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Challenging Young Islanders Celebrate Epic Adventure
Challenging and disadvantaged young people from the Isle of Wight will share their experiences of an epic 11 day expedition across Scotland, at a special awards ceremony tonight.
Still Time To Have A Say In Healthwatch
There is still time for residents to have their say in a consultation to help shape a new organisation which will represent the views of local people in relation to health and social care services on the Island. The consultation runs until 16th July.
Only Days Left To Vote For New Public Art Work
Time is running out for members of the public to vote for their favourite of four designs celebrating the life of a famous Island resident, John Milne.
Yarmouth Hosts Olympic Torch Relay
This Saturday (14th July), Yarmouth Town plays host to the Olympic Flame. It will be run through the town on the route map below by Hattie Little, Richard Pearson, and Sophie Wade.
New Facilities For Discharging Patients
Patients at St. Mary’s Hospital will benefit from a new ‘discharge’ lounge which will open week commencing Monday 24th July with the aim of making the transition from hospital to home a more comfortable and smooth one for them.
Isle of Wight’s Public Woodland Should Remain In Public Hands
The UK’s public forests including those found across the Isle of Wight are a national asset that play a vital role for people and wildlife and should remain in public hands.
Southampton Heart Decision Welcomed
The Isle of Wight Council cabinet member responsible for children’s services has welcomed news that children’s heart services to be retained at Southampton General Hospital.
‘O Little Town’ Islander Returns from Bethlehem
An Islander has returned from three months spent working as a human rights observer in Bethlehem in the West Bank, part of the occupied Palestinian territories.
