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Cowes floating bridge

Ferry still out of service after software glitch

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Cowes floating bridge

Ferry still out of service after software glitch

The chain ferry between Cowes and East Cowes has been unable to run since Sunday.

  • 1h31 minutes ago
  • Hampshire & Isle of Wight

Related content

  • Chain ferry out of action due to software issue
  • Be proud of Floating Bridge, transport boss says
  • VideoVideo shows floating bridge hitting wall

Related content

  • Chain ferry out of action due to software issue
  • Be proud of Floating Bridge, transport boss says
  • VideoVideo shows floating bridge hitting wall
Leopard cub

Biro artist's work aids conservation efforts

Cy Baker specialises in large canvases depicting landscapes and wildlife art using ballpoint pens.

  • 3h3 hours ago
  • Hampshire & Isle of Wight
A white-tailed eagle

First white-tailed eagle born in south in 240 years

Conservationists call it a "landmark" moment for attempts to return the lost species to the country.

  • 18h18 hours ago
  • Hampshire & Isle of Wight
Steve Leggett

Finance leader to step down in cabinet reshuffle

The announcement follows concerns over Southampton City Council's financial situation.

  • 19h19 hours ago
  • Hampshire & Isle of Wight
four seagulls fly in the sky

Seagull poo warning for seaside swimmers

A sample taken to the west of South Parade Pier in Southsea revealed a drop in water quality.

  • 16h16 hours ago
  • Hampshire & Isle of Wight
World of Water fire

Crews tackle fire at former aquatic centre

People living nearby were told to close their windows as smoke billowed from the fire in Romsey.

  • 1da day ago
  • Hampshire & Isle of Wight
Local news promo

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Leopard cub

Biro artist's work aids conservation efforts

Cy Baker specialises in large canvases depicting landscapes and wildlife art using ballpoint pens.

  • 3h3 hours ago
  • Hampshire & Isle of Wight
A white-tailed eagle

First white-tailed eagle born in south in 240 years

Conservationists call it a "landmark" moment for attempts to return the lost species to the country.

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Steve Leggett

Finance leader to step down in cabinet reshuffle

The announcement follows concerns over Southampton City Council's financial situation.

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four seagulls fly in the sky

Seagull poo warning for seaside swimmers

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  1. Posted at 7:157:15

    Ferry still out of service after software glitch

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  2. Posted at 18:51 19 Jul18:51 19 Jul

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  10. Posted at 4:57 19 Jul4:57 19 Jul

    Ex-England star joins fight to save mum's care home

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    'Creating a nature haven helped me cope with grief'

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    Women's Ashes: Australia in England & Ireland 2023

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  13. Posted at 12:59 18 Jul12:59 18 Jul

    'Cutting edge' electric boat beats island record

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  14. Posted at 11:26 18 Jul11:26 18 Jul

    Food bank warns of busy summer holiday period

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    Dog stuck for days in suspected stolen car rescued

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    Water firm lost £17m due to extreme weather

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    'Let’s tackle seaside decay with positivity'

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