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Local News

College staff changes inevitable - assistant principal

Staff changes at the Isle of Wight College are inevitable following a cut in funding, according to its assistant principal.

Bucketful of awards for Isle of Wight beaches

The Isle of Wight's beaches have won the highest number of awards in the country from the Keep Britain Tidy Group.

Hampshire Police to sell £9.2m building in HQ downsize

A £9.2m building bought as a new headquarters for Hampshire and Isle of Wight police is to be sold, along with the force's current HQ site in Winchester.

Eurovia working with Bardon Vectis parent company on materials for Highways PFI

Island Roads, the company in charge of the Isle of Wight Highways PFI programme, has revealed that it is already working with Bardon Vectis' parent company on fulfilling the contract.

Dredger work continues to improve Bembridge Harbour

Work to improve Bembridge Harbour should be completed by the end of the week, according to owners.

'Landmark victory' for Fire Brigades Union over Surrey transfer of staff

The Fire Brigades Union has claimed a "landmark victory" for its members after the Isle of Wight's emergency control service was transferred to a mainland authority.

Measles vaccine letters sent to Isle of Wight parents

Parents on the Isle of Wight are being sent letters to remind them about the importance of the measles vaccine.

Sea water plant planned for Sandown

Southern Water plans to build a plant in Sandown to turn sea water into drinking water.

Organisers hail amazing Race for Life runners

Organisers of this year's 'amazing' Race for Life have said a heart-felt thank you to everyone involved.

More than 2,000 homes hit by power cut

Around 2,200 homes in Binstead and Wootton have been affected by a power cut this morning (Monday).

National News

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Wed, 22 May 2013 6:50AM

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Tornado: How Heroic Teachers Saved Lives

Wed, 22 May 2013 4:23AM

Food Hygiene Standards 'A Postcode Lottery'

Wed, 22 May 2013 2:33AM

Afghan Interpreters Can Come To UK In Rethink

Wed, 22 May 2013 1:35AM

Jodi Arias: Jury Deciding Killer's Sentence

Wed, 22 May 2013 1:28AM

Andy Murray Withdraws From French Open

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:13AM