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Check out the weather predictions for all of the places the Olympic Torch will be travelling to on the Island this Saturday.
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.
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The council's own Environmental Health experts now say the new floating bridge is so loud it breaks the maximum noise levels laid down by the World Health Organisation. Families living nearby can't sleep. The council's in the clear - they say they can't take formal action against themselves. The details are shocking.
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The Floating Bridge fiasco reached the dizzy heights of the BBC’s Politics South show this morning. Link to watch again within
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We interview the Minister, Mark Prisk, about this significant R&D investment in composites on the Isle of Wight.
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The Wessex and Dart Branch of the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society is hosting their annual meeting on the Isle of Wight with guest speaker Paul Semple from Waverley Excursions
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The council's £250k plan for the Isle of Wight floating bridge crossing sparks debate
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Isle of Wight's floating bridge trials a late crossing, boosting Island connectivity
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Letters from two Norfolk residents who have lived close to an asphalt plant for 40 years give an idea of the impact it has on their daily lives.
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The building has undisputed historical significance and several people have applied to have it listed. OnTheWight has details of why Historic England have rejected the application again.
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It's great to see community spirit is alive and well in East Cowes as the 100th anniversary of the Umbrella Tree is celebrated.
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The council say the scheduling of the work is designed to ensure the service is up and running for a busy August, and the remainder of the summer
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Island Roads wanted to remove the tree which was planted by Queen Victoria’s road manager, but after opposition from Islanders, celebrities and locals, alternative options are being pursued.
