Isle of Wight News from Friday, February 21st, 2025
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Isle Of Wight Seaside B&B Could Be Converted Into House
An Isle of Wight seaside holiday flat could be converted into residential accommodation.
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Newport Energy Hub Supports Utilita’s Renewed Pride365 Pledge
Utilita’s high street Energy Hubs strive to provide ‘Safe Spaces’ for the LGBTQ+ community and beyond – welcoming people to host events, meetings, and more in a supportive environment.
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Island Duo Launch Science-Based Planner to Help Runners Stay Motivated
Islanders Dr Rob Chard and Jen Parker have launched a first-of-its-kind tool that uses behavioural science to help people build a lasting running habit.
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Village Harbour Could Get New 19.7 Metre Houseboat With 27 Solar Panels
An Isle of Wight village’s harbour could get a new 19.7m houseboat with 27 rooftop solar panels.
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Half Million-Pound Floating Bridge 2024 Losses Revealed
The troubled East Cowes to Cowes floating bridge made a “half a million-pound loss” last year, an Isle of Wight deputy mayor said yesterday.
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More Than 70 Driving Offences Dealt With Over Two Days On Isle Of Wight Roads
More than 70 driving offences were identified in the space of two days as part of proactive efforts to tackle offences on the Isle of Wight’s roads.
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Wightlink Technical Problems Lead To Cancellation Of All Fishbourne-Portsmouth Crossings
Wightlink's St Clare ferry remains out of service on the Portsmouth-Fishbourne route today because of a technical problem involving two engines. Both of them have developed faults which we believe are linked.
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Isle Of Wight CAMRA Pub And Beer Of The Year 2024 Winners Announced
Island real ale enthusiasts have voted the Newport Ale House as their favourite Isle of Wight pub and Earl’s RDA from Island Brewery as its top beer for 2024.
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Have You Seen Missing Sarah Watson, 56, From Ventnor?
Have you seen missing Sarah Watson from Ventnor?
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Newport Youth Hub 'Proving Very Effective' Says Council Leader
An employment skills ‘one-stop shop’ for 18 – 24-year-olds on out-of-work benefits is ‘proving very effective’, County Hall’s leader has said.
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Kilometres-Long Underground Cable Could Be Installed Beneath Farmland
An underground electrical cable relating to an approved Isle of Wight solar farm could be installed along a roughly 2.5-kilometre route through farmland.