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As recently reported by OnTheWight, UK Oil and Gas confirm they've given up the licence for oil exploration off the coast of Compton but say their sights are now set on drilling in Arreton from 2019.
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Rare Comptonatus chasei dinosaur species discovered, honouring collector Nick Chase's extensive legacy
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Women of all ages from total beginners to seasoned pros are encouraged to join in have some fun and experience the community and support that female surfers on the Isle of Wight are so proud of
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Police called to reports of a car over the cliff near Compton Chine Farm. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the woman who died.
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Council director, Colin Rowland, said there are only two potential solutions: Re-routing the road from the coast; or upgrading existing inland roads to take diverted traffic
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The Top Ten list of the best places to go stargazing in the UK was put together by Astronomer and science communicator, Dr Jenifer Milard. Read on for details
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Island Roads say they hope that carrying out the work after the summer holidays and by working overnight will keep inconvenience to Islanders to a minimum.
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This video shows you the Military Road as you've probably never seen it before.
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The Marine Conservation Society advise beach-goers to avoid touching the man o' war as their sting can be painful and in rare cases, fatal.
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Islanders advised to steer clear of roadside void between Compton and Freshwater, after many 'sightseers' travel to look at the void over the weekend
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The trailer for the Bollywood film that was partly shot on the Isle of Wight had a whopping 16 million views in the first 24 hours!
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Seeing just one rainbow can be a special moment for many, but to catch two, with such glorious sunshine, is glorious.
