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Mark Jeffries
11, July 2025·1 min read

Independent candidate Mark Jefferies secures victory in Isle of Wight council by-election

Isle of Wight council welcomes Mark Jefferies as its new representative for Wroxall, Lowtherville and Bonchurch
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7, July 2025·8 min read

Residents prepare to elect new councillor for Wroxall, Lowtherville and Bonchurch

Wroxall, Lowtherville, and Bonchurch residents will vote for a new councillor this Thursday
Nine-year-old Lucas at the donkey sanctuary
7, July 2025·2 min read

Award-winning author David Goodday writes children’s book to benefit donkey charity

The Search for Donkey Paradise combines a charming story with support for a local charity
polling station sign outside Bonchurch church
19, June 2025·7 min read

Meet the candidates competing for Wroxall, Lowtherville and Bonchurch seat on Isle of Wight council

Meet the six candidates who are contesting the Wroxall, Lowtherville, and Bonchurch by-election
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19, June 2025·3 min read

Ask ELVIS: New AI app to help visitors connect with donkeys at sanctuary

AI specialists collaborate to create a donkey identification app for sanctuary visitors
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15, June 2025·1 min read

Six candidates confirmed for Wroxall, Lowtherville and Bonchurch by-election

Wroxall, Lowtherville, and Bonchurch will vote for a new councillor on 10th July
Wroxall Primary School
21, March 2025·1 min read

Councillor celebrates community effort to keep Wroxall Primary School open

A united effort has successfully kept Wroxall Primary School open for pupils, says Councillor Downer
Wroxall Primary School
5, March 2025·2 min read

Letter: Wroxall parent shares gratitude for support against potential school closures

A heartfelt letter highlights parental concerns amid the threat of school closures
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4, March 2025·2 min read

Letter: Preschool children build resilience through outdoor learning and exploration

This letter urges the council to consider rural upbringing benefits in school closure decisions
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28, February 2025·1 min read

Letter:  Is democracy dead on the Isle of Wight?

A Wroxall parent expresses anger over school closure decisions despite public opposition
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3, February 2025·1 min read

Plans submitted to convert former public toilet into one-bedroomed dwelling

Plans to convert a former public toilet in Wroxall into a one-bedroom home have been submitted
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1, February 2025·2 min read

Letter: Urgent need for collaboration as school closure proposals fuel community outrage

Wroxall Primary stakeholder highlights concerns over school closures and their impact on education
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