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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.

26, September 2012·1 min read

Cowes asphalt plant could cost GKN jobs says MP

Eurovia failed to consult with GKN Aerospace. It's thought that emissions from the proposed asphalt plant could shut down GKN

4, June 2016·2 min read

East Cowes community offered support following tragic deaths

The police, Isle of Wight council, NHS and others are ensuring that children and parents affected by the two deaths this week in East Cowes get the support they need.

6, November 2013·1 min read

Police appeal after teenager hit by car that failed to stop

Police are keen to speak a female driver of a black Renault or Citroen that collided with a teenager in East Cowes at the end of last month.

20, October 2024·1 min read

High tide warning issued for Isle of Wight coast as unsettled weather persists

Isle of Wight expects higher tides; minor flooding possible along the coast this Sunday lunchtime

3, June 2022·2 min read

Beacon lightings were well attended across the Isle of Wight (photos)

A few shots from last night's Beacon lightings in East Cowes and Ryde. Thanks to Karl Love and Christopher Jackson for sharing

Kahu in happier days - when for sale - 640px - ancasta

5, November 2013·1 min read

Photos and video of the $5m motor yacht before today’s fire in Cowes

With the sad loss of Kahu today, here's a look at it in happier days. You'll understand why it was referred to as “The most impressive boat on the Medina”.

22, September 2014·2 min read

Friends of Frank James Vintage Day a success

The Friends of Frank James would like to extend a big thank you to all who made the Frank James Vintage Day so wonderful.

25, May 2017·1 min read

Armed police carry out random routine check at Isle of Wight ferry terminal

Residents are advised to remain alert by not alarmed - ferry terminals are just one of the areas armed police will be patrolling after the national security threat level was increased to 'Critical'.

23, June 2015·1 min read

Frank James midsummer celebration marks milestone (gallery)

The long-awaited 'urgent works' have been completed and celebrations took place at the midsummer gathering on Sunday at Frank James Hospital.

8, April 2019·1 min read

Residents take part in Great British Spring Clean

Well done to the 82 residents, young and old, who took part in the Great British Spring Clean at the weekend.

14, November 2013·1 min read

‘White Knight’ steps in at former Frank James Hospital

Is there light at the end of the tunnel for campaigners desperate to see action at the former hospital site?

11, November 2022·3 min read

Medina Studios: The Film and TV studio that’s going to open on the Isle of Wight (updated)

The potential for high-paying work for Islanders is considerable with this previously-confidential project with major industry figures involved now revealed

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