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East Cowes

East Cowes is the arrival point for many people visiting the Isle of Wight, as Red Funnel have their car ferry port here.

The area is rich with boat building history and well as the more obvious Queen Victoria connection with Osborne House.

Below are articles that OnTheWight has published connected to East Cowes.

6, August 2020·1 min read

Floating Bridge: Isle of Wight council reject claims of up to 30 week outage for repair – but are so far silent on whether 8 weeks possible

Claims have emerged that the Cowes Floating Bridge - already out of service for over three weeks - needs parts that could take up to 30 weeks to be fitted. News OnTheWight has asked the council to clarify

20, November 2020·1 min read

East Cowes could now have the youngest councillor in the country

At just 18 years of age, Cameron is believed to be the youngest parish councillor in the country

25, August 2012·1 min read

Guerilla gardeners back at Frank James Hospital

All invited to go along and help out clearing the grounds of the former Frank James hospital on Sunday from 10am

27, July 2020·1 min read

Isle of Wight Fuels to close: Concerns over knock-on effect for customers and companies in supply chain

The parent company for Isle of Wight Fuels say they came to the decision after staff consultations and a detailed examination of the trading options

30, April 2012·1 min read

A Wet But Busy Clear-up At Frank James Hospital

Another busy day of clearing for Friends of Frank James, despite the torrential rain!

Car loading on First day of floating bridge by Allan Marsh

8, September 2021·2 min read

Floating Bridge: A replacement would take minimum of four to six years to implement

In October, the Isle of Wight Council Cabinet will be asked to consider commissioning an independent Government review of the Floating Bridge. And there's more

Matt Whittaker and Jane Allchorn at the East Cowes Community Pantry

5, October 2023·2 min read

How Keert’s e-cargo bikes are revitalising Island communities with eco-friendly grocery deliveries

Keert's e-cargo bike delivery service bolsters Island's community pantries, ensuring affordable, accessible groceries to the most vulnerable

13, May 2021·1 min read

Consultation planned for changes to parking in Cowes, East Cowes, Northwood and Gurnard

The Isle of Wight council say the changes are minor and have been amended to reflect the feedback on original designs

14, November 2024·2 min read

Inspectors note positive outcomes and caring environment at Queensgate Primary School

Queensgate Foundation Primary's Ofsted report highlights a nurturing environment

From left to right: Paul Bristowe, ABP Head of Marine, Liv Quinn, ABP Port Management Graduate and RNLI Volunteer, Victoria Fleming Williams, ABP Public Affairs Manager (front), Sam Holliday, RNLI Senior Strategic and Operational Partnerships Manager (back) and Mike McCartain, ABP Group Director of Safety, Engineering and Marine (front), Scott Armiger, Section Leader – ILC (back).

11, June 2024·3 min read

New RNLI D-class lifeboat built in East Cowes thanks to £100,000 donation from ABP (updated)

ABP celebrates RNLI's bicentennial with a lifesaving donation: a new D-class lifeboat

28, March 2024·1 min read

Flood alert for Isle of Wight coastline due to high tide and strong winds

Strong southerly winds lead to flood alert for Isle of Wight coastline

Cameron Palin signing documents to become Deputy Mayor

19, May 2023·1 min read

Youngest Deputy Mayor in the country? Cameron Palin sets his sights on positive change

Cameron Palin, possibly the youngest Deputy Mayor in the country, vows positive change in East Cowes

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