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Joe's letter below was originally written to Cllr Colin Richards and he got in touch with us at the weekend asking if we could also share it with OnTheWight readers.
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John Giddings, organiser of the Isle of Wight Festival, thanked the staff, the acts and the Isle of Wight after being presented with the Outstanding Contribution accolade at Wednesday night’s Live Music Business Awards.
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The Modfather himself will be back at Isle of Wight Festival, appearing before The Stone Roses on the Friday night
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Celebrate St George's Day by heading down to Island Harbour and watching several hours of Dragon Boat racing. All for a good cause, a national children's charity.
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John Giddings said this is a special year as it celebrates 50 years since the festival’s first incarnation and they'll be celebrating with returning artists as well as some appearing for the first time.
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Those who have been able to reach the festival are offered refunds by John Giddings on the BBC.
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Twenty pairs of Isle of Wight Festival tickets are available for local charities or community organisations for helping to raise awareness and money for good causes.
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More than 2,000 Islanders descended on Newport’s North Fairlee Farm where they enjoyed live music, children’s rides, a fire show, a fundraising firewalk and a spectacular fireworks display
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Wendy shares some of her favourite things that she's experienced on the Isle of Wight in the last twelve months. What have yours been?
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After taking the Glee Club title, these seven young Islanders will perform at two major festivals this year!
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You have until the end of April to get your entry into the 2016 Wight Noize music competition for your chance to play at this year's Isle of Wight Festival.
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It's been revealed that John Giddings' Solo asked Isle of Wight council if they could stop paying the £50k that he currently pays for the use of Seaclose Park. They said no, but are considering a significantly reduced figure.
