Feature Article #1

Yarmouth’s Old Gaffers Festival

29th 30th May is Yarmouths Old Gaffers Festival.

This year it will mark the 50th Old gaffers Festival. The two days are full of things to do and see. Full details are in the programme on sale at £2.00 from local shops and those who buy a Lucky Programme can win one of many super prizes. [...]

Polly | May 15th, 2009 | Continued

Feature Article #2

Young people on the Island

Young people on the Island are benefiting from £162,000 of new funding for a wide range of
projects and activities. The money has been received by the council for distribution under the
Government’s Youth Opportunity Fund, and the recipients have been decided by a group of
young people on behalf of their counterparts.
Dozens of projects, groups and individuals [...]

Polly | May 12th, 2009 | Continued

Feature Article #3

Priory School Under New Management

Priory School is now under new management.This independen school is  based in Shanklin. They have small classes, academic and pastoral flexibility , reasonable fees. If you wish to see for you self call 01983 861222 email mail@prioryschool.org.uk or log on to www.prioryschool.org.uk

Polly | April 28th, 2009 | Continued

Feature Article #4

Cowes Week fireworks !

Having just quickly glanced at the County Press I noticed that the fireworks for cowes week may be axed. The body responsible Cowes Week Ltd bleating on about fairness and why the 1000 or so entrants pay for the 75000. Can it not be argued that yet again it is the ‘haves’ wanting the ‘have [...]

Mr.Grumpy | February 21st, 2009 | Continued

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Richard Durrant live & free concert at the Dairyman’s Daughter, Arreton Barns, Wednesday 24th June 7.30pm.

“Extraordinary virtuosity…almost like hearing the pieces with new ears. A
simply unmissable treat.” Classic F/M magazine
“A rare ability to articulate each note perfectly, both technically and
emotionally. A gift that sets him amongst the greats of instrumental
performance” Propaganda Magazine
“Flawless and mesmerizing” Acoustic Magazine
Richard Durrant, the virtuoso soloist, will be performing “The Guitar
Whisperer”. An innovative [...]

23Jun2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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Getting your mind fit

I believe that you should try to eliminate the junk that’s in your head just like you eliminate the fat from your body and replace it with muscle, just like you would try lose any excess weight.
Your excess thoughts should be eliminated and replaced with empowering thoughts. Replace your negative and limiting beliefs with positive [...]

22Jun2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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MP – ‘I’ve Nothing to Hide’

Andrew Turner has responded to the widespread concern about the ‘blacking out’ or ‘redaction’ of information on the expenses details published by the House of Commons yesterday.
The Islands’ MP explained that the redaction of the information was done by the House of Commons Authorities and not in response to a request from him – other [...]

22Jun2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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FREE SUMMER NETWORKING EVENING

The New Forest Branch of The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is holding a free open networking evening at The Crown Hotel, Lyndhurst on Tuesday 7 July, starting at 6.30pm. The event is open to all businesses, whether FSB members or not, and will be an opportunity for networking. Additionally, FSB branch officers will be [...]

22Jun2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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IOW Film Network

This in June is for the fourth and final round of the Short Film Festival screening with the finale & prize-giving taking place next month on July 18.
IOW Film Network
Jun 18, Starts 19h30 The Anthony Minghella Theatre, Quay Arts FREE Entry
The 4th round of the IOW Short Film Festival is happening on the 18th [...]

11Jun2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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SMALLEST BUSINESSES MISSING OUT ON TRAINING

Micro-firms, with fewer than five employees, are currently being excluded from Government-run training schemes, and are struggling to take advantage of the ‘Train to Gain’ scheme, a Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) survey has found. The UK’s smallest businesses – which make up the majority of the workforce – must be given their own Small [...]

9Jun2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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QUAY COMEDY CLUB

Quay Arts dives into summer with another dazzling line-up of hilarious comedy acts. June Quay Comedy Club opens with young comedian, Simon Jenkins, a finalist in the Paramount Student comedian of the year and part of Channel 4’s BAFTA nominated ‘Year Dot’. He comes to share his stories, jokes and opinions and is accompanied by [...]

9Jun2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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The Big Step Forward

The Big Step Forward
This is a sponsored walk around Steyne park to Raise awareness of Downs Syndrome and funds for The Rainbow club and DSA.
Please join us on Sat 13th June at 10 am
Steyne Park,
Steyne rd
Bembridge
Tel 568601 or email address to clareanne21@btinternet.com
for a registration form .
Cost just £2

9Jun2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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West Wight Triathlon

Organisers of the West Wight Triathlon which will take place on September 20th are delighted that entries are already much higher than for the same period in previous years. Fifty nine individuals and eight teams are already entered and so the event is well on it’s way to exceeding it’s target entry of 250.
The West [...]

1Jun2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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Business Expo 29th May – 30th May 10am – 6pm

Reserve your place at the Seminars & Workshops of your choice… you can pre-book the free seminars and workshops you want to attend, ensuring your place. You can also book for the Speed-Networking sessions. Alternatively, you can register on arrival at Business EXPO 09 or simply turn up a few minutes prior to the session [...]

27May2009 | Polly | 4 comments | Continued
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HAT TRICK FOR PJ’s Theatre School – 3 in a row !

HAT TRICK FOR PJ’s Theatre School – 3 in a row !
For the last 3 years the British Red Cross have held a Competition on the Island called “Dance for Life ”
To help raise awareness & funding for their very worthy cause, rather like Global Rock, creating a dance routine that tells a story, helping [...]

27May2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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Old Graffers Festival in Yarmouth 29thMay- 31st May

What to do this week-end pop over to Yarmouth for the Old Gaffers Festival. This will be a week-end full of life and colour.
You will find
Street Entertainment
Live Music
Spectacular Classic and Gaff-rigged Boats in the Harbour
Exciting Racing for Gaff-rigged Boats within sight of the shore
Visiting Classic Vehicles
Craft Fair and Market
Flower Festival
Lifeboat Demonstration
And lots more …..
To find [...]

27May2009 | Polly | 1 comment | Continued
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Boost Your Self-Esteem by Experiencing Your Feelings

Boost Your Self-Esteem by Experiencing Your Feelings
You can boost your self-esteem by just experiencing your feelings?
In NLP there is a saying “what you resist persists.”
Your subconscious brain is like a meadow where whichever seeds you sow, it takes over to make sure you have a good harvest. We are natural goal seekers. Your [...]

27May2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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Isle of Wight Youth Concert Band

The next concert is at Rookley sports ground, and is called ‘Brass in the Park’ Sunday 7th June. Gates open at 1:30pm

27May2009 | barry.reeves | 0 comments | Continued
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News from Ventnor Theatre Group

News from Ventnor Theatre Group
Rehearsals are now in full swing for this year’s summer production ‘My Girl’ and tickets will shortly be available to purchase from the Winter Gardens Box Office on 857581. If you enjoyed ‘Buddy’ last summer, winner of the County Press Award’s best musical 2008, you will not be disappointed! Be sure [...]

15May2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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Waterwalkers

WATERWALKERZ
I have been told it is great fun, this 1/2 term children can have a go at West Wight Sports Centre
Walk on water wthout getting wet!
£5 per session
Age 6+ (water confident)
10am – 11am
Tuesday 26th May
Thursday 28th May
For more information call
West Wight Sports Centre
Moa Place
Freshwater
PO40 9XH
Tel: 01983 752168
And to see Waterwalkerz images go to www.waterwalkerz.com

15May2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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‘Silly idea’ – but needs watching says MP

Andrew Turner, the Island’s MP, has been getting to the bottom of reports that the UK Border Agency, part of the Home Office, is seeking to impose an “e-Border” control system for people travelling from UK islands to the mainland. The Home Office’s Counter-Terrorism strategy ‘CONTEST’, published in March, outlined plans to introduce new [...]

13May2009 | Polly | 1 comment | Continued
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Ingenious, Dippy Family Fun at Quay Arts

Quay Arts are offering families the chance to catch the latest offering from the CBBC’s newest presenters Dan and Jeff who return to Quay Arts this season with Potted Pirates on Saturday, 16 May 2pm & 4:30pm.
They take the audience on a search for talking parrots and mysterious buried treasure! On the way they’ll [...]

13May2009 | Polly | 0 comments | Continued
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