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The Isle of Wight MP asked whether they'd be money available for feasibility studies to assess the costs and benefits of opening up former Isle of Wight branch lines closed in the 1960s.
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MHI Vestas - the world leading offshore wind project company - has announced 70 new jobs at its blade production facility on the Isle of Wight this week.
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Financial gap prompts Isle of Wight council to consider another 5% council tax increase. Have your say
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If you'd like to see a LEGO version of The Winchester Pub from Shaun of the Dead, cast your vote.
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A small group, including supporters of the local Conservative Association, UK Independence Party (UKIP) and Labour Party have held discussions about how to work together on the Grassroots Out (GO) Campaign.
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The Sandown-based software company has pledged £16,000 to fund the squad’s official team uniform for the second games running.
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Before you head to the polling station, make sure you have photo ID with you
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Police say some of the sheep involved in these incidents appear to have been bitten, but it’s not clear as to what animal may have caused these injuries at this stage.
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The new 'People First Zone' plans could shift the priority from cars and vehicles to pedestrians and shoppers in key areas of the town
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Cephalodidge will be playing an informal acoustic set at Trade Winds Global Gifts in Scarrots Lane, Newport on Saturday. If you're a friend or supporter, he'd love to see you there to celebrate the launch of his new album, The Path.
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A spokesperson for Fuller, Smith and Turner, said while they're disappointed with the low food score, the tenants had already addressed the issues raised
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Two of the four categories have been upgraded to 'Good', as the school shows it is making the necessary changes to ensure improvement
