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If you’re interested in news from around the East of the Isle of Wight, this is the place to find it.
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There's free entry Thursday at Island Speedway, as the fraternity celebrate the life of late Bryn Williams, Warriors former stadium announcer and press officer who sadly passed away last year.
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No-one was injured during the robbery, but staff were threatened by the man who has now been arrested.
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Don't forget to register for the Loudest fundraising event on water – The Wave Project’s Paddle Out LOUD - taking place on 30th April with a choice of two paddles, both ending in Sandown.
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A team of ten brave souls will be eating their way through 5kg of 'warm' pickled onions on East Monday for charity. Head down to Sandown from midday to see them complete the challenge.
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Warriors’ captain James Cockle emerged from practice day to tell fans that he was determined to defend his title tonight.
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Expect a highly energetic performance of all Chili Peppers' classics including from Really Hot Chili Peppers at this year’s Good Friday show at Coburgs.
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Island Roads say that in order to keep transport hubs accessible they will be starting work as late as 11.30pm during the esplanade resurfacing works taking place in May.
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Well done to all Ryde Academy students who are celebrating success in the annual Maths Challenges.
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Jamie Sealey - who has become the seventh rider for Wightlink Warriors in 2017 - shone through at the press and practice day on Saturday.
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Lawrence Holofcener had achieved so much in his lifetime; singing; writing; acting; directing and creating fantastic pieces of artwork, he really was an true inspiration. Our sincerest thoughts go out to all of his family and friends.
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As the former ice rink is stripped by contractors, young synchronised skaters hold their off-ice practice outside the building in protest at the "apparent wanton destruction of their lost facility".