RECYCLE YOUR OLD MOBILE PHONE FOR CHARITY
26 December 2009 -
Help the British Red Cross to be there when the call comes… by recycling your mobile phone and raising up to £30 for us.
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PROLIFIC GRAFFITI OFFENDER BROUGHT TO JUSTICE BY POLICE IN RYDE
24 December 2009 -
A series of criminal damages in Ryde on the Isle of Wight was stopped and solved thanks to persistent enquiries by a local neighbourhood police officer.
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FRESH APPEAL AFTER SUSPECTED ARSON IN LAKE
24 December 2009 -
Police are renewing an appeal for information after a suspected arson in Lake on the Isle of Wight.
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SCHOOL REORGANISATION PROGRESSING WELL
24 December 2009 -
Work is continuing behind the scenes as the Isle of Wight moves towards implementing a two-tier education system.
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NO HALF MEASURES IN PREVENTING ALCOHOL RELATED CRIME FOR NEW YEAR
24 December 2009 -
Police are working with licensees to reduce the risks of crime and disorder on the Isle of Wight during the New Year party season.
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PARKING CHARGES OVER FESTIVE PERIOD
22 December 2009 -
Isle of Wight Council is reminding residents that parking charges both on street and in council-run car parks will be in force over the Christmas and new year period as normal.
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A ROUND OF APPLAUSE FOR SHANKLIN THEATRE
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22 December 2009 -
Shanklin theatre faces the most momentous year in its 120-year history, as the clock ticks down to a council decision on whether to keep the historic venue open.
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STAY IN, STAY WARM, STAY SAFE ADVISE AMBULANCE SERVICE
22 December 2009 -
Islanders are being asked to only venture out in the current freezing weather if they really need to. Older people in particular are asked to take special care as a slip, trip or fall can be very significant for them.
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ISLANDERS WARNED ABOUT DANGERS OF 'LEGAL HIGH' THIS CHRISTMAS
21 December 2009 -
People on the Isle of Wight are being warned not to risk their lives by using ‘legal high’ drugs during the Christmas and New Year party season.
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PANTOMIME SUCCESS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN CARE
19 December 2009 -
A very special performance of Jack and the Beanstalk has been hailed a success by all those involved.
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ISLAND PARENTING CHARITY’S CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
18 December 2009 -
Nearly 100 Island children were celebrating Christmas in aid of the National Childbirth Trust (NCT), at the weekend.
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MAN CHARGED WITH BURGLARY AT BRIGHTSTONE BUSINESS
18 December 2009 -
A man was charged on Saturday, December 12, 2009 with a burglary at ‘Island Gems’, Military Road, Brighstone, Isle of Wight on December 2, 2009.
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POLICE APPEAL TO TRACE BOAT REPORTED STOLEN
18 December 2009 -
Police are releasing a photograph of a boat and trailer reported stolen on the Isle of Wight.
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CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR OPENING TIMES FOR COUNCIL SERVICES
17 December 2009 -
Many of the services provided by Isle of Wight Council will either close down or run a revised service from 1500 on Christmas Eve (Thursday 24 December) until 0830 on Monday 4 January 2010.
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RETURN TO SPORT COURSES TAKING BOOKINGS NOW
17 December 2009 -
Isle of Wight Council has unveiled its latest schedule of its popular Return to Sport courses coming up in January.
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YOUTH COUNCIL AND MEMBER OF UK YOUTH PARLIAMENT ELECTION RESULTS
17 December 2009 -
The results of the 2009/10 Isle of Wight Youth Council and Isle of Wight Member of the UK Youth Parliament have been announced.
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VECTIS DFAS -THURSDAY 17TH DECEMBER
17 December 2009 -
The Vectis Decorative and Fine Arts are holding a lecture this evening entitled "Christmas Pie".
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YOUNG MEN TARGETED IN HAMPSHIRE ANTI-RAPE CAMPAIGN
17 December 2009 -
Did you know that most reported rapes involve two people who know each other? A new hard-hitting anti-rape campaign warning young men about the dangers of crossing the line when it comes to sex has been launched in time for the party season by Hampshire Constabulary.
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POLICE RECRUIT SANTA'S 'LITTER' HELPERS IN SANDOWN
16 December 2009 -
A Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) is encouraging residents in Sandown to help keep their neighbourhood clean this Christmas.
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MAN CHARGED WITH THEFT OF CHARITY BOX
15 December 2009 -
A man was charged on Thursday, December 10, 2009 with the theft of a charity box in Yarmouth, Isle of Wight.
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NO FESTIVE GOODWILL FOR CHRISTMAS SHOPLIFTERS
15 December 2009 -
Police are warning thieves there is a zero tolerance attitude towards shoplifting on the Isle of Wight this Christmas.
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HOUSING ADVICE AVAILABLE TO ALL
15 December 2009 -
As the recession continues to grip the country, the Isle of Wight Council's housing team is reminding residents that support is available for those in financial difficulty.
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MAN JAILED AFTER POLICE INVESTIGATION INTO SERIOUS ASSAULT
12 December 2009 -
An investigation by detectives from Isle of Wight CID led to a man being jailed at the island’s Crown Court on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 for an assault that left the victim disabled.
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CONSULTATION TO BEGIN ON PROPOSED NEW TAXI TARIFFS
10 December 2009 -
A 21 working day period of consultation will begin on Friday 11 December for people to express their views to Isle of Wight Council on a proposed new pricing structure for taxi fares. The consultation period will end at 1700 on Wednesday 13 January 2010.
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CYCLE TRACK TO RE-OPEN
10 December 2009 -
The Cowes to Newport cycle track will re-open on Friday 11 December following extensive works to improve drainage along the popular route.
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IOW COUNCIL SIGNS UP TO SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE FARMING AND FOOD
09 December 2009 -
Today, Shaun Leavey OBE, Chairman of the SE Sustainable Farming and Food Strategy Board, visited the Isle of Wight to receive the Sustainable Farming and Food Charter from the Isle of Wight Council signed by the Leader, David Pugh and the Chief Executive, Steve Beynon.
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TECHNOLOGY HELPING PROTECT PARKING METERS
08 December 2009 -
Crime busting 'Smartwater' technology is to be used to protect Isle of Wight Council parking meters.
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VENTNOR GARDENS SUNDAY CLASSICS
08 December 2009 -
Take a rest from Christmas preparations to enjoy a feast of songs at Ventnor Winter Gardens on Sunday 20th December at 3pm.
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PAINTING OF GARIBALDI GOES ON DISPLAY IN NEWPORT
07 December 2009 -
A fine oil painting of a famous 19th century military and political figure is on display at Isle of Wight Council's Museum of Island History in Newport.
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NEW NATIONAL DIRECTORY AIMS TO HELP CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES
07 December 2009 -
A major online directory is expected to provide better support for children and families on the Isle of Wight and across the rest of the country, according to Isle of Wight Council Chief Executive, Steve Beynon.
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VENTNOR ESPLANADE IMPROVEMENTS MAKE GOOD PROGRESS
04 December 2009 -
Due to a natural break in the staging of the works in Ventnor, the Isle of Wight Council is able to open the Esplanade to traffic from 5pm tomorrow (Friday 4 December) until Monday morning.
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ESSENTIAL WORK SCHEDULED FOR COWES FLOATING BRIDGE
04 December 2009 -
The floating bridge service will be suspended between approximately 0830 and 1400 on Wednesday 9 December 2009 so that replacement chains can be fitted.
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I.W. FESTIVAL TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY 4TH DECEMBER
02 December 2009 -
Next year’s Isle of Wight Festival, Friday 11th- Sunday 13th June, will be back with a host of international acts including, Squeeze, The Strokes, Blondie, Pink, Orbital and Jay-Z.
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