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iPads in Education

November 12, 2011 Featured

iPads in Education The children in Year Two at Hordle Walhampton School have recently taken possession of a large set of iPads which they are using in class to both support their learning and to extend the curriculum. The new technology is already being used and enjoyed by the children in their maths, creative writing, [...]

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HOVERTRAVEL’S BOOK SIGNING SUCCESS

November 12, 2011 Business

HOVERTRAVEL’S BOOK SIGNING SUCCESS Hovertravel, the fastest Isle of Wight passenger service across the Solent, hosted the first ever book signing on 27 October onboard their hovercraft and in terminals with motoring journalist Ashley Hollebone, author of The Hovercraft Story. Ashley Hollebone travelled to and from Ryde and Southsea signing books and talking to passengers [...]

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Credit easing must be bold to ensure it helps small businesses

November 12, 2011 Business

Credit easing must be bold to ensure it helps small businesses The Government must be bold in its development of credit easing, ensuring that it is separate from the banks, affordable and available as soon as possible to help small businesses, says the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB). Even though the banks have signed up [...]

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Wightliving now Launched on the Isle of Wight

October 13, 2011 Business

We all look for ways to save money, without compromising on the good life. Now a new island based discount website is making it easy for everyone. Officially launched last week, www.wightliving.co.uk is helping islanders and visitors, enjoy the best the island has to offer, while making huge savings along the way. Wightliving offers great [...]

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RF Engines nominated for Made By Britain Project

October 6, 2011 Business

RF Engines nominated for Made By Britain Project   The Island’s MP, Andrew Turner, has nominated RF Engines Ltd for the Made By Britain project.   Last month Mr Turner sought suggestions from the public and the Island’s business community for suitable nominations to be put forward to represent the Island for the project.  It [...]

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Wightliving the island’s exciting new discount website

October 5, 2011 Business

Wightliving the island’s exciting new discount website offers you the very best handpicked offers with massive savings. How do you save money in 10 seconds? Well, here’s how: register your email address for free at www.wightliving.co.ouk. You’ll find something for everyone withWightliving from discounted places to stay to fabulous eating out, family entertainment, beauty, fitness, leisure, sports and [...]

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Equine Assisted Learning Centre Now On The Isle Of Wight.

October 5, 2011 Business

Bodster Equine Assisted Learning Centre a new business based at Aldermoor farm, Upton Road, Ryde. There is no riding involved but learners have experiences with horses, such as grooming, leading and taking part in team building exercises along with exercises such as choosing a horse to say hello to which allows learners to think about [...]

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Mayville High School in Southsea – Drop In Day 29th September.

September 28, 2011 Events

MAYVILLE:  THE SMALL SCHOOL WITH THE BIG HEART “One of the South’s best kept secret”, is how parents at Mayville high School in Southsea often refer to their school. Mr and Mrs Dean have three sons at Mayville. Mr Dean says, “It’s a school that looks after its pupils, and they in turn feel confident, [...]

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Meet The Archers at Priory Bay on the Isle of Wight.

September 28, 2011 Events

Meet The Archers at Priory Bay on 8 October 2011 A real treat for fans! Come and meet Brian Aldridge and Shula Lloyd (nee Archer) at Priory Bay on 8 October (7.30pm for 8pm – cost: £39.00 includes talk and three course dinner including coffee) – fresh from Ambridge! Well, Charles Collingwood and real-life wife [...]

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West Wight Sports Centre are recovering fom an epic weekend

September 28, 2011 Events

Staff, trustees and supporters at West Wight Sports Centre are recovering fom an epic weekend. 39 of them swam the Solent on Saturday and on Sunday over 300 took part in the annual West Wight Triathlon. Bill French, 68 from Brighstone trustee of the charity that runs the Centre was the  bravest – completing both [...]

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The Family Directory has new ways in which to keep up to date with what’s going on The Isle of Wight

September 27, 2011 Featured

The Family Directory has new ways in which to keep up to date with what’s going on The Isle of Wight. As well as our and magazine, we are on Facebook and Twitter. So please do Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @ Familydirectory and you will be updated with local offers and [...]

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Quay Arts’ Café Wall exhibition space has changed to….

September 23, 2011 Events

‘Takeaways’ in the Café features a selection of affordable work by local and regional artists and allows buyers to purchase and take away artwork on the same day. The display will evolve throughout the year and will focus on supporting artists who want to sell their work.   Currently on display are Justine Wall’s shabby [...]

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Noble Childcare Agency now serving the Isle of Wight.

September 23, 2011 Business

  Noble Childcare Agency provides the childcare you’ve been looking for.  Marilyn Pitts-Noble, herself with over 15 years professional childcare experience and knowledge, has launched Noble Childcare  to provide high quality excellent and affordable childcare to Island families and visitors alike. Understanding how difficult it is for parents juggling busy modern lives, Noble Childcare was [...]

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Island MP Andrew Turner raises Radar

September 14, 2011 Featured

  The Island’s MP, Andrew Turner, yesterday made representations in Westminster on behalf of one of the largest private employers on the Isle of Wight, BAE Systems.  Mr Turner called for the debate after concerns were raised with him jointly by BAE management and unions about the future of the British radar industry, and specifically [...]

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Open Morning For Hordle Walhampton School in Lymington

September 14, 2011 Days Out

OPEN MORNING Observing a busy, active and engaged class of children can tell you far more about a school than simply browsing a website or reading a prospectus, which is why Hordle Walhampton School in Lymington encourages parents to come along to their Open Morning (Monday 3rd October) to see for themselves pupils at work [...]

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Two MPs for the Island – Have Your Say

September 13, 2011 Featured

Two MPs for the Island – Have Your Say   The Island’s MP, Andrew Turner, is encouraging Islanders to respond to the Boundary Commission’s proposals on how the Island will be split into two constituencies following the next election in 2015.  This morning the Commission published the electoral divisions that will be included in the [...]

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