Bestival Sponser IW College Girls
31 May 2006 -
Bestival to sponsor the only ‘all girl crew’ in the 2006 Inspire High School Challenge from the Isle of Wight College.
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FIRE AND RESCUE NOW ‘UNRECOGNISABLE’ FROM PREVIOUS POOR
31 May 2006 -
A recent peer review carried out on the Isle of Wight Council’s Fire and Rescue Service is expected the find it much improved, with a positive direction of travel and unrecognisable from the service which was last year rated as poor in its Comprehensive Performance Assessment (CPA).
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Newbridge Recreation Ground Regeneration
31 May 2006 -
On a very wet week a team of volunteers got together to start the installation of new playground equipment at Newbridge, the previous swings having been condemned on health and safety grounds.
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Brading Consultation Day
31 May 2006 -
Brading Peoples Forum, a Committee of Brading Town Council successfully held Consultation Day on the 27th May. The event, held in Brading Town Hall gave members of the community the opportunity to have their say about any forthcoming projects in the Parish. This included the Townscape Project, where local people were asked to choose the style of seating and litter bins they would like to see in the town. Members of the community were also consulted on the design for gateway entrance signs to the town, plans for the Town Trust Car Park, and the Town Trail project.
Read more about - Brading Consultation Day
Totland News:
31 May 2006 -
by Sally Honeychurch
A Totland Community Trust is being set up, to which the lease of the church halls' site can be passed for redevelopment
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Totland Parish Plan
31 May 2006 -
by John Holsburt
Following a successful application to the Rural Community
Council funds have been made available to develop a parish
plan for Totland
Read more about - Totland Parish Plan
Freshwater News in Brief
31 May 2006 -
Freshwater library will be holding its annual Outdoor Arts & Craft event on the lawn in front of the library on Wednesday 16th August. Last year more than 20 arts and crafts people exhibited
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EAST COWES NEWS IN BRIEF
31 May 2006 -
By Margaret Prior
“Freedom of the Seas”, Royal Caribbean’s latest cruise super-liner, impressed the spectators on East Cowes esplanade as she passed by on her way out of Southampton in search of warmer climes
Read more about - EAST COWES NEWS IN BRIEF
Jim Ruby Award for Commitment to Sustainable Tourism 2006
31 May 2006 -
Award Presenter: Chris Barnes (Afton Park)
The Jim Ruby Award was added during 2005 in memory of one of the founders of the Green Island Awards
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Green Island Business of the Year 2006
31 May 2006 -
Award Presenter: Rob Reed (UKSA)
Winner: Chessell Pottery Barns
Chessell Pottery Barns was taken over by the current proprietors in 2003 as part of their Pottery Café group that includes two other sites in London
Read more about - Green Island Business of the Year 2006
Southern Water Award for Water Efficiency 2006
31 May 2006 -
Award Presenter: Jon Crooke (Southern Water)
Nominees: Ventnor Botanic Garden, Heatherleigh Hotel
Winner: Heatherleigh Hotel
This was written by the auditor on her visit in 2005:
“New ownership has brought in a wealth of experience and commitment to this hotel”
The owners of this small family run hotel have a passion about the environment, probably much inspired by the Find Horn Foundation located close to where they used to live in Scotland
Read more about - Southern Water Award for Water Efficiency 2006
Green Island Innovation Award 2006
31 May 2006 -
Award Presenter: Lynn Clarke (Island Waste)
Winner: Medina Post Office / Island Pedal & Power
This business has managed to combine accommodation with sustainable transport
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Green Island Camping & Holiday Park of the Year 2006
31 May 2006 -
Award Presenter: Jim Fawcett (IWC Agenda 21 Officer & Green Island Partnership Chairman)
Nominees: Southland Camping, Ninham Country Holidays, Silver Glades Caravan Park
Winner: Silver Glades Caravan Park
Located in the depths of Hampstead Woods, Silver Glades Caravan Park has managed to integrate holiday accommodation with the beauty and nature of the surrounding countryside
Read more about - Green Island Camping & Holiday Park of the Year 2006
Green Island Service Provider of the Year 2006
31 May 2006 -
Award Presenter: Peter Kelly (Environment Agency)
Nominees: Wight Offroad, Yarmouth Harbour, X-Isle Sports
Winner: Yarmouth Harbour
“Gateway to the West Wight”
Yarmouth Harbour manages to cater for many different site users, around 20,000 a year, from ferry operators and leisure boat users to passing visitors
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Green Island Attraction of the Year 2006
31 May 2006 -
Award Presenter: Angela Mawle (Chief Exec, UK Public Heath Association)
Nominees: Chessell Pottery Barns, Dinosaur Isle, Ventnor Botanic Garden
Winner: Ventnor Botanical Garden
Managing botanical gardens is not just about putting plants into the ground, as Simon Goodenough and his team have shown
Read more about - Green Island Attraction of the Year 2006
Green Island Accommodation Provider of the Year 2006
31 May 2006 -
Award Presenter: Nigel Smith (Head of IoW Tourism)
Nominees: Frenchman's Cove Country Hotel, Gotten Manor, Heatherleigh Hotel
Winner: Gotten Manor B&B and Self-Catering
Gotten Manor is nestled at the foot of St Catherine’s Downs surrounded by picturesque surroundings
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Island Success Celebrated at Third Annual Green Island Awards
30 May 2006 -
The Islands’ very own Green accreditation scheme hosted its third annual awards celebrating the achievements that Island tourism businesses have made over the past year towards improved environmental management. The evening was held on 25th May at Cowes Yacht Haven, attended by over 90 certified businesses and representatives from a whole host of projects and initiatives.
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Ryde Arts Festival Parade
29 May 2006 -
by Di Coppell
Ryde Arts Festival Parade hits town on July 8th and promises to be the biggest and best yet
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Curtain Up’s Guys & Dolls
29 May 2006 -
by Geoff Witt
From the opening sequence to the rousing closing chorus, the Curtain Up players excelled themselves in their production of 'Guys and Dolls' at the Memorial Hall, Freshwater at the end of
April
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Passion at Brighstone
29 May 2006 -
by Chris Goodman
The event was a resounding success and reports have
estimated that there were in the region of 1000 people on
the day
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DUKE OF EDINBURGH NAMES HOVERCRAFT AND HONOURS SEA CADETS IN ISLAND VISIT
29 May 2006 -
The office of the Lord Lieutenant of the Isle of Wight is delighted to announce that His Royal Highness Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh will be performing two official ceremonies on the Island on On Wednesday May 24 2006, his Royal Highness Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh arrived in Cowes and made a private visit to the Island Sailing Club and then on to the Royal Yacht Squadron where he officially opened the new RYS Jubilee Haven.
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Ladies Day @ Skandia Cowes Week
29 May 2006 -
The World’s oldest and largest yachting regatta, a popular fixture on the UK’s social calendar, is staging its first-ever ‘Ladies Day’ in the Event’s 180-year history. Ladies Day @ Skandia Cowes Week is being held on Thursday 3rd August.
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New West Wight Branch For Chamber of Commerce
29 May 2006 -
by Ian Malcolm
Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Industry is pleased to announce the launch of its new West Wight Branch
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West Wight Under 13sFootball Team Gets New Kit
29 May 2006 -
The new kit was generously sponsored by Shaun Moore A.S.A.P Garden Design and Landscaping specialists. Shaun saw the kit was getting a little small for the boys, so kindly offered to buy a
Read more about - West Wight Under 13sFootball Team Gets New Kit
Petition for Christmas Tree Field
29 May 2006 -
by Carol Maybe
A petition of 1,250 names was raised to demand protection for wildlife following the devastation of Nine Acres Field on Golden Ridge
Read more about - Petition for Christmas Tree Field
The Battery Hen Welfare Trust
29 May 2006 -
Due to being let down by a few unreliable people we have 10 ex battery hens
from a rescue we did last Sunday who are feeling abandoned and wondering
where their new home is going to be!
The Battery Hen Welfare Trust are a registered charity who rescue hens at
point of slaughter in agreement with the farmer
Read more about - The Battery Hen Welfare Trust
Carisbrooke High at the Crab Fayre
28 May 2006 -
In an attempt to raise a little more money and of course have some fun, the Carisbrooke sailing team are heading out to the annual Crab Fayre run by the Lions club TOMORROW.
Read more about - Carisbrooke High at the Crab Fayre
Sail the JPMAM Round the Island for charity
28 May 2006 -
The annual Round the Island Race is the third largest participation sporting event in the UK and this year the title sponsors, JPMorgan Asset Management, are encouraging all those taking part to make their race count and race for charity.
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Net rod licence on line
28 May 2006 -
More anglers than ever are buying their rod licences on line, according to figures released by the Environment Agency.
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Castle Museum visits Freshwater Library
27 May 2006 -
People at Freshwater Library had a chance to handle history on Tuesday 23rd May to mark Adult Learners Week.
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Beacon Delivery Person Required South West
26 May 2006 -
What makes the Beacon unique is that it is delivered through the letterbox by our own directly managed and growing network of almost two hundred deliverers.
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Wight Wheels 2
26 May 2006 -
The aim of Wight Wheels 2 is to make transport awards to people to access definite offers of employment, training, education or voluntary work. Referrals for assistance are usually made by referral agents who may be Job Centre Plus advisers, employers, voluntary work and training providers. Requests for awards consisting of the first month/s bus travel, moped loan, public transport awards, and bicycle awards may be made to persons who fulfil the criteria for awards.
Read more about - Wight Wheels 2
Wellow Wind Farm application submitted
26 May 2006 -
Today Your Energy handed in their application to build a wind farm in Wellow. The six, one hundred metre high turbines have mixed opinions from the Island Community.
Read more about - Wellow Wind Farm application submitted
Island Authors talk on Smuggling and Coastguards
26 May 2006 -
The Smuggling and Coastguards of the Isle of Wight talks, kept a group of people in Freshwater library enthralled, as John Medland and Tony Gale spoke enthusiastically about their respective subjects. John
Read more about - Island Authors talk on Smuggling and Coastguards
Flora of the Island Exhibition
26 May 2006 -
Shanklin Chine’s new exhibition “Flora of the Island” was officially opened by Bill Shepard on Thursday, 18th May 2006.
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Driest Weather in Ten Years Brings Best ever Beach Results
26 May 2006 -
The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) today announced a record high in the number of beaches recommended in its annual Good Beach Guide. Over 500 UK bathing beaches are recommended in 2006 for excellent water quality out of the 800 tested, smashing the previous record of 453 set in 2004. See www.goodbeachguide.co.uk
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ALL CHANGE AT AFTON PARK
26 May 2006 -
In an inspired change of ownership Green Island Gold Award winner, Afton Park has been purchased by Paul & Michaela Heathcote of Chinashop Rare Breeds of Bathingbourne.
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Full Council Meeting Results
26 May 2006 -
A Summary of the appointments and out comes from the Full Council meeting held on the 24th May 2006 are summarised below;
Councillor Charles Chapman was elected as Chairman of the Council, While Councillor Roger Mazillius was elected Vice Chairman
Read more about - Full Council Meeting Results
Take part in Skandia Cowes Week for free
26 May 2006 -
Calling all sailing enthusiasts. Long term savings group and title sponsor, Skandia, is looking for crews to represent four different regions of the UK as part of the Skandia Squad which will race at this year’s event (29th July – 5th August). Expert sailing knowledge is not required as fully qualified instructors from the United Kingdom Sailing Academy (UKSA) will sail with the crews over the eight days of the regatta.
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COUNCIL MEETS DEMANDS FOR SCHOOL EXCLUSION
25 May 2006 -
The Cabinet has welcomed recommendations by the Policy Commission for Children and School Results, after its investigations fulfilled the manifesto commitment to produce a costed policy regarding a Schools Exclusion Centre.
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Activities Coordinator for the Park Centre,
25 May 2006 -
Hello, I’m Chris Hughes the newly appointed Activities Coordinator for the Park Centre, which is a community centre situated in the grounds of St. John’s Church, High Park Road, Ryde.
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ISLAND BAND & DJ COMPETITION
25 May 2006 -
Not a lot of people know that a certain scruffy band of Irish teenagers by the name of U2 were initially spotted taking part in a local Dublin talent contest and look where they ended up - only the biggest group on the bloomin' planet!
Well, IOW based acts - this is your chance to follow in U2's illustrious footsteps
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IW Disabilities County Cricket Team Results
25 May 2006 -
The Isle of Wight Disabilities County Cricket team entertained Hampshire at Northwood on Sunday 5th May, in the inaugural match of the new Disabilities (Hardball) County Championship. Having failed to beat Hampshire in the 2 previous encounters under the old softball regulations, the Islanders needed to stamp early authority on the match, and the opening attack of Wayne Dunne and Matt Goulding duly obliged, restricting them to just 19 from their opening spells and removing the 2 of the top Hampshire batsmen. The rest of the
Read more about - IW Disabilities County Cricket Team Results
Brading Town Promoted
25 May 2006 -
Brading Town, after one of the most successful seasons in the club's history, has been promoted to the Premier Wessex league, after finishing third in Wessex Division 2. Roy Penney, Chairman, said " This is really great news for everyone associated with the club. Phil Moore, the manager, and his assistants, and all the players have done a fantastic job in finishing third in the league. They have also won the Gold Cup for the fourth time in the club's history. All the hard work done off the field in improving our ground has meant that, with just a few alterations to our changing rooms, we have the ground grading to play in the Wessex Premier Division." The top two teams failed to get promotion because their grounds were not up to the standards required. The hard work starts now, to make sure we have a team that can compete in the higher division, and we will also need to continue to improve our ground.
Read more about - Brading Town Promoted
COUNCIL OFFERS ADVICE
25 May 2006 -
The Isle of Wight Council, together with its partners South Wight Housing Association and Medina Housing Association are arranging a series of drop-in clinics around the Island to help people find out what they can do about noise nuisance.
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STUDY EXAMINES ISLAND BECOMING TIDAL POWER TEST CENTRE
24 May 2006 -
A study will shortly begin which will look at establishing the Island as a centre for the development of tidal energy technology. The study, funded by SEEDA, will be carried out by Cowes-based consultancy MTMC
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England Beach Soccer Squad (training + selection May 26/27/28)
24 May 2006 -
The First England squad of the 2006 season has been selected to attend a practice and training session on Appley beach, Ryde, IOW.
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Brading Town FC, Chairman's Report
24 May 2006 -
Wow! What a climax to one of the most successful seasons in the history of Brading Town FC. In the final week of the season we won the IW Gold Cup, when we defeated East Cowes Vics 3-2 in front of nearly 400 spectators at St George's Park Newport, many of whom came from Brading to support the team. With 8 minutes to go, we were 2-1 down but up popped Damien Rudd to equalise and with just two minutes left, man of the match Danny Hatcher scored a goal worthy of the FA Cup Final, to bring the cup back to Brading for the first time in 30 years. On the previous Saturday we had an excellent 1-0 away victory at Downton who were second in the league. This very important win set us up for our final league match at Vicarage Lane against Farnborough NE. We had a penalty in the 92nd minute which Ross Gregory duly converted. This enabled the club to finish third in the league and have a good chance of getting promotion to Wessex 1. Phil Moore and his management team of Paul Young, Steve Spillsbury, and Steve Lambourne, and all the players have done a fantastic job over the last two seasons. The same applies to our Reserve team manager Jason Carbin assisted by Steve Berry, and all the players who have won promotion to IW Division 1 and also won the IW Junior A cup defeating Ryde Saints 4-3 after being 2 goals down after 8 minutes. Congratulations also to Brading A manager Steve Rowe and his young team for winning the Combination 2 league. They won their last 9 games and were the top goal scorers in all the IW Leagues. The success was not only confined to the senior part of the club. Brading Town Colts also did well. Mark Cook's under 9 team won their league. They also won the Gurnard tournament. The under 8's were also successful and the under 10's reached the final. The under 11's and 12's both finished in the top half of their leagues.
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New NHS organisation given the go ahead
24 May 2006 -
1 October 2006 – that’s the start date for the new single NHS organisation for the Isle of Wight announced today in the House of Commons. This decision recognises the Island’s special circumstances and the need for a unique solution.
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Breath of Fresh Air Award
22 May 2006 -
Respiratory Nurse Specialist, Sarah Kearney, has won the British Lung Foundation Breath of Fresh Air Award for Outstanding Healthcare in the Community.
Read more about - Breath of Fresh Air Award
Record number of people Walk the Wight
22 May 2006 -
Sunday 14th May witnessed community spirit outshining those targets achieved in previous years for the annual Walk the Wight charity event in aid of the Island’s Earl Mountbatten Hospice.
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50th ISLE OF WIGHT MARATHON
21 May 2006 -
Today marrked the 50th Isle of Wight Marathon, with a near-record entry. The Marathon isn't the oldest in the UK but it is the oldest run in consecutive years and the first marathon on the South Coast. The Marathon is one of the toughest road events in the UK with a scenic course of approc 1500 foot ascent.
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Constabulary action brings fall in homicides
21 May 2006 -
A Hampshire Constabulary initiative to reduce murder and manslaughter in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight is paying dividends.
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Help Items Wanted for Ryde Carnival
21 May 2006 -
Items Wanted
Ryde Carnival Association often require equipment or help from the public to ensure that their float and tableau are enjoyed at all the Island carnivals
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Timeline - a film of 2000 years of History on the Isle of Wight
21 May 2006 -
An opportunity for all teenagers on the Isle of Wight to take part in making a film of island life and events from 00 to 2000
Clips will be recorded using film, animation, puppets, drawings or whatever you like
Read more about - Timeline - a film of 2000 years of History on the Isle of Wight
Free NHS course offers new lease of life for people with long-term health problems
21 May 2006 -
Island residents with long-term health conditions such as heart disease, arthritis, Parkinson’s disease and depression are taking up a unique opportunity to improve their ability to manage. The Expert Patients Programme is coming soon to Newport and Cowes and if you feel your illness has got the better of you or that you’d like to feel more in control, this course is for you. People who attend this free NHS-funded course feel more confident, get more out of life and develop better relationships with the health professionals who treat & advise them.
Read more about - Free NHS course offers new lease of life for people with long-term health problems
COME DANCING AT BESTIVAL
20 May 2006 -
Yee-hah! Roll up roll up for a brand new festival adventure brought to you by the eggheads at Bestival.
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SANDOWN LOTTERY
20 May 2006 -
After a successful trial run in February, Sandown Community Partnership has agreed to sponsor a SANDOWN LOTTERY which will run each month throughout the summer. Many of the leading Sandown organisations have joined together to organise this initiative and tickets are on sale in most of the Sandown shops and hotels. For the cost of £1:00 you could win the First Prize of £500, Second Prize of £250, or Third Prize of £100. The May Draw will be drawn at the Sands Hotel, Culver Parade, on Saturday 27th May at 9.30 pm.
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Sandown on a sponsor hunt!
19 May 2006 -
Sandown high school are currently looking for a number of companies to sponsor the team so they can take part in the 2006 Round the Island race.
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Cowes High look for sponsors
19 May 2006 -
Cowes High are currently in the process of looking for sponsors to provide them with the necessary items needed to take part in the Inspire - High School Challenge.
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The Isle of Wight College joins the race!
19 May 2006 -
The Isle of Wight College team takes part in its first training day for the Inspire High School Challenge 2006 in conjunction with The Isle of Wight Economic Partnership at UKSA.
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BBC News 24 gets the wrong Guy
19 May 2006 -
You've probably already seen this, but in case you haven't, this clip is
worth watching - in fact it is downright embarrassing
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COUNCIL PODCASTS STUDY TIPS TO ISLAND’S YOUTH
19 May 2006 -
New technology is at the forefront of a drive by the council to encourage this year’s GCSE students with their studies. Island students can download the podcast of recorded information from the council’s website onto their Ipods, MP3 players or computer, giving them useful guidance for their revision.
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Pan Community Ranger
18 May 2006 -
My name is Richard Temple and I am working as a part of the Council’s Regeneration Service as the Pan Community Ranger, funded by the Pan Neighbourhood Partnership. I have worked as a Countryside Ranger on the island for nearly 3 years, and am looking forward to bringing my experience and enthusiasm into a more urban environment.
Read more about - Pan Community Ranger
BENEFIT CHEATS IN COURT
17 May 2006 -
A 51-year-old man who was overpaid £4,645.80 in benefits, has been given a 200-hour community sentence and ordered to pay a contribution of £400 towards the council's prosecution costs by Isle of Wight Magistrates.
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WHAT CAN YOU DO FOR A CLEANER, GREENER, SAFER ISLAND?
17 May 2006 -
The Isle of Wight Council’s Civic Pride Team is spearheading the drive to achieve a cleaner, greener and safer Island by supporting people who take an interest in the Island’s public assets.
Read more about - WHAT CAN YOU DO FOR A CLEANER, GREENER, SAFER ISLAND?
Isle of Wight students accept Inspire Challenge
17 May 2006 -
Forty Isle of Wight students had double Olympic Gold Medallist, Shirley Robertson OBE, on hand this weekend to help prepare their teams for the challenge of racing in the prestigious JP Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race on 3 June.
Read more about - Isle of Wight students accept Inspire Challenge
Cooking the Roman Way
16 May 2006 -
If you want to try ‘Cooking the Roman Way’ there’s free entry to Newport Roman Villa on Saturday 20 May, both to celebrate Adult Learners’ Weekand launch the newly-developed Education Room there.
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Ryde East Beach
16 May 2006 -
The Isle of Wight Council has not been able to apply for the Blue Flag Award for Ryde East Beach this year. This is because bathing water has not maintained the high water quality standard necessary for the scheme over the past twelve months.
Read more about - Ryde East Beach
IW Hockey Season Round-up by simon butler
15 May 2006 -
Isle of Wight 2nd XI – Sponsored by the IW Beacon Our 2006 season is over – we certainly had an interesting 22 games. We finished in 10th place in the Hampshire Open League 4th Division – which may sound disappointing, but we had this campaign down as a developmental’ year as we played several colt players – some of whom are just 14 years old in an adult league. But our results improved once we got to know each other’s styles. Our low point came with a 2-1 loss at Gosport – who lets just say had an umpire who we would not like to meet again! Our high point was beating leaders Winchester 3-2. They arrived expecting a big win, but we tunned them with a fully deserved victory wich cost them the title. Now, we take a few months off before regrouping again in August. This team will be back next year and we’re setting a target of finishing in the top five – which we now know we are capable of.
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Wight Diamond Festival 26-29th May
15 May 2006 -
This year the 11th Wight Diamond Festival takes place. It was. last held in 1996 and is now a popular event for hundreds of cyclists. Last year some six hundred cyclists attended the combination of superb riding events, to suit everyone. There is on site camping, catering, a bar and entertainment proving Wight Diamond is one of the best mountain bikers partys around. The weekends events centre on the two day Wight Diamond Challenge navigator race, which takes place over Saturday and Sunday. This uses the whole Island as it’s course. If two days of all out competition sounds a little much for you, enter the Wight Diamond Lite instead where the checkpoints are pubs and cafés and prizes will be awarded for ‘entering into the spirit of the event’! If you'd rather just ride, without the navigating, there will be a choice of marked out 25k, 40k or 60k rides to test your legs on Saturday and Sunday without worrying bout the map. As usual the main events will be complemented by a whole heap of side-show events and activities going on back at base. The big marquee will be back, featuring its usual attractions of food stalls, full bar and excellent live music for Sunday nights prize giving party. See www.trailbreaks.co.uk for more details. For further information see www.walkthewight.org.uk.
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New Non-Emergency police number, 101 officially launched today
15 May 2006 -
The new police telephone number 101,is being officially launched in our area today, the project is due to be up and running across England and Wales by the end of 2008.
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DUKE OF EDINBURGH TO NAME HOVERCRAFT AND HONOUR SEA CADETS IN ISLAND VISIT
15 May 2006 -
The office of the Lord Lieutenant of the Isle of Wight is delighted to announce that His Royal Highness Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh will be performing two official ceremonies on the Island on Wednesday May 24 2006.
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IOW author short-listed for national book award
15 May 2006 -
Isle of Wight author's first novel is short-listed for the
2006 RNA Joan Hessayon New Writers Award
May 15th 2006
Read more about - IOW author short-listed for national book award
Brading Day 2006
14 May 2006 -
The Brading Day Parade led by the Wight Diamonds Marching Band will start at 10.45 on the 2nd July from the Town Trust Car Park and will proceed up the High Street making its way to Beechgrove Playing Fields followed by current Mayor of Brading Cllr John Pewsey in a Batmobile donated by the Brading Experience, fancy dress competitors showing off their creations, stilt-walkers and much more.
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BRADING IN THE PARK
14 May 2006 -
Saturday Night Community Evening
Saturday 1st July 6
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RIBEX promises to be a bumper show in Cowes
13 May 2006 -
Organisers of RIBEX have reported that this year's Show, which runs from 12-14 May, is a sell-out.
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The Lawns Vets Running for Petsavers
13 May 2006 -
Four members of The Lawns Veterinary Group, are running for the Petsavers Animal Charity on July 2nd 2006. The run is 10km and is part of the Great London Run in the capital. The four team members vets Jill Proctor, Alex Davies, Katy Riley and Head Nurse David Kalcher need to raise £800 for the run.
Read more about - The Lawns Vets Running for Petsavers
Ryde COOLspot reaches out to learners
12 May 2006 -
COOLspots (Centres of Open and Online learning) are a part of The Isle of Wight College. Over the past year COOLspot at Ryde has continued to expand its provision across the Island by working with a number of different community organisations, schools and employers. COOLspot have recently been awarded a two year extension to their Learndirect contract and as a result will be in a position to further develop its outreach provision.
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Sandown COOLspot centre secures two year contract
12 May 2006 -
COOLspots (Centres for Open and Online Learning) are part of The Isle of Wight College. The Sandown COOLspot has been rewarded for its success at providing quality training to the Sandown community by securing a two year extension to its existing Learndirect contract. For the past three years COOLspot have supported learners on a wide range of courses and qualifications and have had over 1200 successful course completions since 1st August 2005.
Read more about - Sandown COOLspot centre secures two year contract
St John Ambulance on top of the world
12 May 2006 -
On the 27th April 2006, HASELEY MANOR was the venue for a Lunch and presentation talk, with over 100 slides, by Mr GEORGE BAND on his experiences as the youngest member of the first successful Everest expedition under the leadership of Colonel JOHN HUNT, (later LORD HUNT) when HILARY and TENSING reached the summit on 29th May 1953.
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BRADING CONSULTATION DAY
12 May 2006 -
Brading People’s Forum, now a fully fledged Committee of Brading Town Council will be holding Consultation Day on Saturday the 27th May in Brading Town Hall from 10am – 6pm. Members of the Forum and the Council will be on hand for you to meet and question.
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M.E. – More Than You Know
11 May 2006 -
Action for M.E.’s 2006 campaign aims to inform the general public and the medical profession about the realities of M.E. People with M.E. all too often encounter prejudice and ignorance. This lack of understanding compounds the problems that people with M.E. face. The aim of the campaign in St. James's Square between 11.00am and 3.00pm today was to to destroy the myths about the illness and build a greater understanding of what it means to live with M.E.
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Isle of Wight Soapbox Derby Results
11 May 2006 -
The second IoW Soapbox Derby held at Downside playing field on Pan, on Saturday 6th May, was a great success despite poor weather conditions that doubtlessly kept some people away. We still had over 600 people visit the site through the day and everyone we spoke to agreed it was a fantastic engagement for teenagers and most were impressed by the work that had gone into building the carts and surprised at the sheer proportions of the ramp.
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DELIGHT AT £2MILLION FOR WEST WIGHT LANDSCAPE PARTNERSHIP
10 May 2006 -
The West Wight was celebrating the news that it has secured nearly £2 million from the Heritage Lottery Fund for 17 projects to improve the area’s landscape. The scheme, called Through the Eye of the Needles, has been put together by the West Wight Landscape Partnership, with support from the Isle of Wight Council’s Agenda 21 unit.
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The Isle of Wight College gains national award
10 May 2006 -
Responding to business needs and providing a professional service has resulted in national recognition for The Isle of Wight College. The college’s expertise in helping businesses has led to it being among the first in England to be awarded Action for Business College status by the Learning and Skills Council. To achieve the kitemark the college had to demonstrate its commitment, capacity and ability to deliver and shape provision to local employers’ training and development requirements.
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A CELEBRATION OF YARMOUTH’S HISTORY
10 May 2006 -
The objective of this project is to make the Castle the principal tourist attraction in the town. The first phase is to improve the appearance of Castle Lane which leads to the Castle.
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A PROMISING START TO UP-GRADING YARMOUTH CASTLE
10 May 2006 -
The Yarmouth and Thorley Community Partnership Committee has been trying for some time to achieve an improvement in the appearance of Castle Lane, Yarmouth, which leads to the Castle entrance. For years it has been decidedly “scratty” and it is no surprise that the vast majority of visitors have not given it a second glance. Of course the Castle, situated right in the centre of the town, ought to be Yarmouth’s principal visitor attraction.
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YARMOUTH CASTLE GETS A FACE LIFT
10 May 2006 -
- ENGLISH HERITAGE GIVES £20,000 FOR CASTLE LANE MAKEOVER-
A visit to Yarmouth Castle will be even more memorable this spring thanks to an English Heritage grant of £20,000 which has been used to re-surface Castle Lane with York stone
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More spin than their turbines?
09 May 2006 -
The Wight Against Rural Turbines
Your Energy Ltd announced last week that it would submit a planning proposal for a wind farm development at Wellow before the end of May and that the latest scoping exercise “had ended on 24th April”
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WIND FARM APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY END OF MAY
09 May 2006 -
Wind farm developers, Your Energy, are pleased to announce that it is close to completing its environmental studies and design work on the proposed wind farm located at West Wight and is intending to submit a planning application by the end of May.
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CRASH AWARENESS DAY
09 May 2006 -
In partnership with the Island’s emergency services the Isle of Wight Council’s Traffic and Road Safety Team are holding a Crash Awareness day, specifically aimed at educating young people. The objective of the day is to make this age group more aware of the possible consequences caused by the decisions they make whilst driving.
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Inauguration of Lord Lieutenant's Cadet:
08 May 2006 -
The inauguration of this year’s Lord Lieutenant's Cadet at Carisbrooke Castle Museum will take place at 10.00 hrs on Wednesday 10 May.
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TC’s means Top Class
08 May 2006 -
Shanklin Voluntary Youth and Community Centre (also known as TC’s) are celebrating a treble success at 7.30pm on Friday 12th May 2006, in the Centre on Victoria Avenue.
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LEARN, EARN & BURN
08 May 2006 -
Friday 12th May sees the Riverside Centre in Newport celebrate triple success, between 10.30am and 1pm, in the lead up to adult Learners Week.
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FLAGSHIP SERVICE RECOGNISED
08 May 2006 -
The Real World Trust, the Island’s principal not-for-profit support service for people recovering from substance misuse, is celebrating the opening of its new recycling shop, Tat & Treasure, at Noon on Wednesday 10th May 2006, in Regent Street/Carter Road Shanklin.
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WE WANT MEN!!!l
08 May 2006 -
Isle of Wight Walking Festival 2006
Are looking for MEN ONLY to take part in their SPEED DATING WALK being held on Sunday 13th May 2006
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Open Air Gallery in East Cowes Doubles in Size
08 May 2006 -
An open air, community art gallery in East Cowes is set to double in size this Saturday, 6th May with the introduction of another 30 pieces of artwork. A number of paintings by local adults, along with historical and community photographs depicting views of the town, will go on display in the town centre.
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The Two Week Isle of Wight Walking Festival Begins
07 May 2006 -
The Isle of Wight Walking Festival features over almost 200 walks to suit all ages and abilities be they seasoned ramblers, or the more leisurely walker. Walk Wight this way, and experience one of our Heritage walks, ghost walks, pub walks, pram walks twilight walk, tea party walk to name but a few ……
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Major Potential Prize for the South East and UK Economy - Over 110,000 More People
06 May 2006 -
The Draft Regional Economic Strategy (RES) which was published in April aims to lift the economic performance of the South East, and bring more than 110,000 additional people into work by 2016.
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The Isle of Wight Big Day Out
06 May 2006 -
The Isle of Wight Children and Young People’s Trust
The Isle of Wight Big Day Out event will be held on Sunday 8th October 2006 at Ventnor Botanic Garden
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Bembridge Heritage Exhibition
06 May 2006 -
Round the back of the library is a fascinating exhibition of items connected with the village of Bembridge. These have been collected by the Heritage Society and its 200 members and put on display behind what was once the village school. In recent years the exhibition has been further improved by completely enclosing and enlarging it.
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Nettlestone and Seaview news
06 May 2006 -
from Michael Parsley
At the Parish Council meeting on 10th April newly elected Councillor R
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Diabetes Research Shop
06 May 2006 -
from Barbara Holmes
The idea for the shop came from me, as I’d run another 'Charity shop' successfully and I have a wealth of experience in raising funds for Diabetes Research
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Island Centre of New Composites Industry
06 May 2006 -
The Island’s central position in the innovative world of manufacturing with “composite” materials has been reinforced with the launch of a new website to serve the industry. The new European-funded website was launched in March at the world’s largest Composites exhibition in Paris. It will provide manufacturers and engineers with the latest research from universities and research institutes.
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College Strengthening International Links
06 May 2006 -
The Isle of Wight College plans to further reinforce its well-established links with key international markets during the coming months.
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Cowes Sports FC has unveiled its management teams for next season
05 May 2006 -
Taking charge of the first team in Wessex League Division One is former Newport and Cowes striker Andy Sampson, assisted by Nigel Murray.
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BRADING IN BLOOM
04 May 2006 -
Brading has been chosen to represent the South in the prestigious Britain in Bloom competition. Britain in bloom is not simply focused on horticultural efforts; other core elements judges look for include cleanliness and tackling issues of litter, graffiti, vandalism and conservation.
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COUNCIL CONSULTS PUBLIC ON WIND FARM APPLICATION
04 May 2006 -
Following the announcement by Your Energy this week that it is to submit its application for a wind farm at Wellow in late May 2006, Isle of Wight Council has announced that the public will have an opportunity to view the details of the plan in a series of exhibitions and meetings.
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COUNCIL PUTS ASBO ON PERSISTANT NOISE NUISANCE
03 May 2006 -
The Environmental Health Department of the Isle of Wight Council has obtained an ASBO to control a Newport man who has breached a noise abatement notice seven times.
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NEWPORT HIGHWAY ROADWORKS
03 May 2006 -
Please find below the latest press statement from Isle of Wight Council.
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Soca Comes to Sandown!
03 May 2006 -
Quicksand Carnival Band launch on Saturday night at YSBC
Saturday saw the launch of the ‘Quicksand’ Carnival band at the Yaverland Sailing and Boat Club on Sandown Bay where even the last minute change of venue couldn’t dampen the spirits of island’s carnival enthusiasts
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TEMPORARY SHELLFISH BED BAN ON CLAMERKIN CREEK
02 May 2006 -
The Isle of Wight Council Environmental Health Department has from April 28 2006 temporarily prohibited the fishing or collection of shellfish from the area of the Newtown Creek, (exact details shown below).
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No Deal 4 Gaz nets £100,000
02 May 2006 -
Cowes business man and retained fire fighter Gary Hall became Channel 4's second highest winner on 'Deal or No Deal' this afternoon.
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Island Trust to Fight Water Waste
02 May 2006 -
Local educational charity the Footprint Trust is to launcha new initiative entitled Water Works. Water Works will work with the Island's communities to promote the benefits of sustainable living. This will be achieved by raising awareness of the need to use water resources more efficiently. The pumping of fresh and waste water has many impacts on the environment including the vast amounts of energy used in the process. The Isle of Wight imports around ten per cent of its water from the mainland. This puts a particular strain on resources during the summer months.
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SAVE OUR WATER
02 May 2006 -
Some parts of England are facing the worst drought for 100 years, the Government has confirmed. We know this personally on the Island due to Southern Waters hosepipe ban
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Laura Michelle Kelly
02 May 2006 -
Yesterday was the release day for Isle of Wight actress and singer Laura Michelle-Kelly.
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