Local Community News from Friday, November 22nd, 2024
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Food Donation Bags Boost Tesco Food Collection As Charities Prepare For Tough Winter
Tesco customers can make a huge difference to the lives of Isle of Wight people facing hunger and hardship by donating long-life items this week.
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One Last Hoorah For Terry as Long Lane Lights Prepare For 25th Year
Long Lane's iconic Christmas lights display, organised by Islanders Terry and Sue Ramplin, are set to 'switch on' for the final time.
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Cowes Enterprise College’s Young Artists Bring Children's Stories To Life
Graphics students from Cowes Enterprise College, part of Ormiston Academies Trust, have been working hard on designing creative illustrations for a book of short stories written by young authors from the Isle of Wight.
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It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas At Isle Of Wight Steam Railway
New surprises are on the horizon at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway this festive season.
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Shanklin Care Home Manager Set For National Competition After Winning Regional Award
Teresa Hope, the Registered Manager at Highfield House in Shanklin, has been named Registered Manager of the Year for the South East at the prestigious Great British Care Awards.
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Plan To Protect Vulnerable Tenants And Combat Fraud Set For Decision
A new plan to enforce housing rules could be agreed – to protect vulnerable tenants and help the council avoid financial losses through fraud.
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Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council Launches Resident Survey
Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council is inviting residents to help shape the future of their community by participating in a survey that will inform the new strategic plan and upcoming budget.
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New 'Cider And Chocolate' Attraction Could Be Heading To Arreton
A planning appeal has been launched over the construction of a new ‘cider and chocolate’ tourist attraction near an Isle of Wight village.
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Mini-Games Area Proposed For Sandown Play Park
An Isle of Wight seaside town’s popular play park and gardens could get a new multi-use games area.