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Island Dental Services New patients always welcome at our friendly private clinic

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Tel 01983 565753 or 07917 861 969 For all your electrical needs from lights, sockets, showers, cooker & oven installation to new fuseboards.

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This course is FREE OF CHARGE but you must commit to undertaking all six modules & feed back to the company your opinions on the content. We are currently looking for 12 people so if interested, get in touch soon.

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Rotary Shoebox Appeal Thanks to a tremendous effort by schools, clubs and members of the Island Community the Island Rotary Clubs collected 2,438 shoeboxes together with an assortment of warm clothing which has all been loaded onto a lorry kindly provided by Steve Porter Transport and delivered to the mainland. From there the shoeboxes will be transported to Moldova to reach Rotary Clubs there for distribution to children in Moldavan communities in time for Christmas.

Thank you everyone and we look forward to working with you next year!

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Dear Readers Welcome to the December issue and here we are hurtling along heading towards Christmas and the New Year... and what a year its been.

The Rotary recently did a big shout out for their Christmas Shoebox Appeal and you didn’t disappoint with your generosity, and you can find out the final figures on page 2.

Karl Love the new Town Councillor for North Ward has been kind enough to send in a short report (page 13) and I’m sure he will be happy to continue to keep us up to date with his news, so watch this space for future reports.

There is plenty happening across the Island in December whether its lantern parades, Christmas fun days, Christmas Fayres or concerts you will find something for everyone on the ‘Dates for your Diary’ on pages 14 and 15.

The Salvation Army in Newport are once again providing a Christmas Day Dinner for friends in the community who may be homeless, elderly or on their own. Please go to page 6 to see how you can help with donations and volunteering.

Please keep using the businesses that advertise, between them all they offer a wide range of services.

Finally, I would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and I look forward to catching up with you all in the New Year.

Debbie

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East Cowes Business Association

It’s here! Christmas is just around the corner and I for one, cannot wait! But before you rush into Newport to do your Christmas shopping at the larger national stores (you know the ones) check out your local shops first; Valu-4-U has loads of gifts from inexpensive stocking fillers, to ‘posh presents’, as well as a large range of jewellery and clothes. If you’re looking for something a little different for that someone who has everything (or even worse, buys things for themselves in November – every family has at least one, I have several!) why not pop into Kathy’s, with shelves full of unusual ideas, it can really help with those who have no idea what they’d like this year. Artisan Pear also has a range of Fair Trade gifts and goodies, so you can buy unusual gifts and your brussell sprouts all at the same time! If you still can’t decide, why not pop in to Taste of India, Prego, Seabreeze, The Galley or Jade Garden and ask about a voucher for a meal to enjoy later in the year (they might even ask you along)?

Small Business Saturday is taking place on Saturday 3rd December, when many local shops will be giving discounts, promotions and extra treats to customers. This coincides with our MASSIVE £200 prize draw! The vouchers will be supplied in a book of £10 and £20 vouchers, meaning that the lucky winner can spend smaller amounts across a range of our members, rather than the winnings being spent on children’s dinner money, the window cleaner and dare-I-say-it, on non-members (we’re here primarily to help those who support us – if you’re a business and want to join in, be quick and pay your membership!) Whether this pays for a few haircuts throughout the year, some slap up meals or even your Christmas presents, it’s up for grabs! All you have to do is collect an entry form on Saturday 3rd December from Tourist Information Point / Valu-4-U, Waitrose, Flix or the ‘big’ Co-op, complete the short quiz and hand it in to Valu-4-U by 2pm that afternoon!

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In addition to the huge £200 prize, the winner and runner up gets a free return ferry crossing curtesy of Red Funnel! Entry is completely free for all.

Although not members, I would like to give a mention to the Toy Appeal and Food Bank, who are under strain to deliver goods to make Christmas special for those who are less fortunate. If there is anything that you can give, whether a donation of a gift, food or perhaps your time, it will be greatly appreciated.

Our AGM will be held in February 2017, please have a think about some ideas that you would like to see the ECBA undertake to boost business in our town. If you have a business, please give some thought to joining the committee, we’re all here to make East Cowes a busy, thriving, healthy, wealthy and happy town!

A quick shout out to members, if you want to promote your business FOR FREE via our Twitter, Facebook or e-newsletter, drop us an e mail with the details, we’re here for you! If you would like to be added to the ECBA monthly e-newsletter, please get in touch.

Finally, I would like to wish all of our members and you, a very happy Christmas and look forward to working with you to make 2017 a great year.

ECBA welcomes new members this month: Kim Aminu, a physiokey therapist of Island Pain Relief – www.islandpainrelief.co.uk E Mail: eastcowesbusinesses@gmail.com Twitter:@EastCowesBiz Facebook: East Cowes Business Association

Authentic Indian Cuisine The Taste of India is situated at 24, Castle Street, East Cowes in the former premises of Purple Mango but they now have new management and new chefs, who are cooking up a storm with their mouth watering range of authentic Indian cuisine.

Their beautifully decorated restaurant can seat large parties or intimate tables for 2, so whether you want to book the Christmas office party or celebrate New Years Eve with family and friends or maybe a romantic dinner for 2 to celebrate a wedding anniversary, whatever your needs Taste of India will be able to accommodate them.

They have a special Christmas menu available as well as banquet nights on Wednesdays and Sundays. For something a little different why not try lunch on a Saturday or Sunday from their special Tiffin menu which is a selection of South Indian breakfast dishes.

Taste of India are attracting many new customers and here are just a couple of extracts from reviews left on Trip Advisor.

“Could not do enough for us” A.B. “Great ambience and great food. An authentic dining experience with good service. We have just moved across to the island and we would definitely recommend” – from London38 “Friendly, fast service and able to accommodate vegan diet” E.H

Tel: 01983 296335 Under New Management

Authentic Indian Cuisine Banquet Nights on Wednesday and Sunday Christmas Menu Available Christmas/New Year Bookings Being Taken

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Bollywood Nights 24, Castle Street, East Cowes, PO32 6RD. Check out our menu on our website www.tasteofindiaiow.com Find us on Facebook & Trip Advisor

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Coming soon to Taste of India are their Bollywood Nights which will also include dancing and look great for a fantastic night out. They will shortly be introducing an online table booking facility and online ordering via their website www.tasteofindiaiow.com. They also offer an outside catering service so if you want to impress at your dinner party or corporate event give Swapna a call on 07421 996432 or if you want to book a table and experience the Taste of India for yourself call 01983 296335 and feel free to browse their current menu on their website.

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Christmas is fast approaching and once again the Salvation Army Traditional Painting & Decorating in Newport will be holding their Private & Commercial Christmas Day Dinner. There will be a “a professional, reliable & high quality tradesman” free hot meal and pudding available to Specialist in painting/staining kitchen all their friends in the Community who may be doors, a much cheaper alternative to homeless, elderly, anyone on their own and for any families who wish to join them replacing’

Fully Insured - References - Free Estimates Tel: 294020 or 07769 967 140 This event is a mammoth task and organiser, Kay Email: si.mcm@hotmail.co.uk Willett is asking help from us all whether it be in the form of donating food or volunteering.

is a list of items needed in order for them Cowes Chiropractic Clinic Here to help the homeless and those who would ... help your body heal itself ... usually spend Christmas on their own. If you can help in any way please email Kay at McTimoney Chiropractic kay.willett@salvationarmy.org.uk or find her BCA Chiropractic on Facebook. Currently the drop off points for donations are the Salvation Army Church in Remedial Massage Newport on a Monday Tuesday and Wednesday between 10 and 2. Also the Salvation Army Sports Therapy charity shop in Ryde. If you are aware of anyone Environ Skincare who would like to join them on Christmas Day or are in need and can’t be there, please let Kay CACI Facelift know.

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Food - Carrots, sprouts, stuffing, pigs in blankets, parsnips, roast potatoes, gravy, turkey, peas, Christmas pudding, cream, custard, mince pies, milk, tea, coffee and Christmas cake.

Drinks (non alcoholic) - Pop, flavoured water, fruit juice.

Gifts - Men’s, ladies and children’s.

Entertainment - Can you spare a couple of hours on Christmas Day to entertain to the guests.

Volunteers - Volunteers are needed to assist in the preparation of the vegetables on Christmas Eve. This usually takes a couple of hours with a good team of people. Volunteers are needed on Christmas Day to help get the room ready for the guests’ arrival. People are also needed to serve the guests during the meal and to chat and share fellowship. You may be the only person that has spoken to the elderly folk that come in for a while. Finally, it all needs to be cleared away.

Drivers - Many of the guests will needed to be collected from their homes. If you can help collect and return the guests at the end of the day please get in touch. The Salvation Army also delivers food parcels to families over the Christmas period. Could you assist?

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Bringing home the magic!

Acclaimed magician Luke Lamont is pleased to announce he is back on the Isle of Wight, after spending the majority of the last 3 years performing in London.

In that time Luke has entertained in various prestigious venues such as the O2 arena, The Dorchester Hotel in Mayfair, St James Palace Theatre in the West End and many other theatres in London, Oxford and Edinburgh.

Luke performed his own shows as well as acting in the critically acclaimed 1940’s comedy stage play “The Gin Chronicles” and its sequel. Luke wrote his role and gained high praise for his comedic performances.

After two successful runs at Edinburgh Fringe festival, receiving 5 star reviews from the official reviewers and multiple 5 star reviews from magazines and national newpapers Luke is bringing his Award Winning magic back home.

“Luke Lamont is the future of Magic” Paul Daniels 5 star review at Edinburgh Fringe

Award Winning Comedy Magician A Professional Magician with 18 years experience.

Luke can provide a bespoke Magical experience that’s just right for any occasion.

07961 825 013 www.lukelamont.co.uk hello@lukelamont.co.uk @lukelamontmagic Fully Insured member of Equity and CRB checked.

Luke, who has been performing for over 15 years told me, “I had a wonderful time travelling the UK performing and I am excited to be able to bring all of that experience back home and add some magic to the IOW again.”

With his large knowledge of magic and its allied arts, Luke can provide a bespoke experience that’s just right for any function.

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Town Mayor Report for East Cowes From Margaret Webster

(Tel No: 01983 299082 and leave a message for the Mayor) Another month has past, this month has proved very busy for the Town Council. By the time you read this magazine we will have a new clerk for East Cowes installed in the Town Hall.

Miss Amanda Barnsley is our Clerk, she will be busy settling in and getting used to all her responsibilities, if you need her help please phone the Town hall first and she will do her best to help or contact someone who can!

This month our environmental officer has been very busy in East Cowes, early October the Town Hall facilities officer and myself met with her to discuss various issues that have come to our attention. Sophia kindly took these issues back to the County Hall and discussed with the appropriate departments to arrange the sorting of the problems. Many issues were dealt with where possible, Street cleaning, Dogs parcels! (Still a big issue in certain roads around East Cowes), cars parked incorrectly on street corners inappropriately close to the bend. When we pointed out to her that there had been a couple of cars and a trailer parked for lengths of time in one area without being moved, she immediately contacted Island Roads to action. I believe that these matters have now been dealt with or are being actioned soon so we thank Sophia for her promptness in dealing with these matters. Further issues are still being looked into so a further report will be given in due course. Matters that are not in the East Cowes Town Councils remit have to be referred to the correct County Council Offices, which takes a little longer to deal with. Please contact our Facilities Officer Mick Collis with any problems, he will try and help or direct to where to get the help. Thank you.

Remembrance weekend was very well supported on both the Friday short service at the memorial in St James Church grounds and the Sunday full service. A number of children from Queensgate Primary attended

the Friday service and laid a wreath that they had made their selves very professionally. Mrs Karen Walker very kindly came and played the trumpet for the Last Post and Reveille. Thank you Karen, also for the repeat performance on the Sunday service as well that you kindly performed.

Sunday saw a record number of members of the public attending, a lovely morning, and many children of several East Cowes youth organisations took an active part during the service. I do hope those that attended noticed the cleaned and repainted war memorial, the Town Council arranged for this to be carried out, we were so pleased that it was completed in plenty of time for the weekend of remembrance.

Now to activities that are taking place in December in the Town hall. On Saturday December 3rd between 10am-2.00pm, there will be a varying array of charities with stalls, plenty of ideas for your last minute Christmas shopping. Do support them all. Come in and have some refreshment. In the evening the Amy White Theatre are presenting a Christmas Variety Concert with plenty of acts to entertain all ages. All monies raised during this day and evening show will be donated to two local charities. Please support.

Last years was excellent, please help us to make this year even better.

Saturday and Sunday 17th and 18th December is Pantomime Weekend. Three performances will be taking place (look at posters for times), please support your local children and adults who have all given their time freely to bring this together for a magnificent show. I am assured it is to be brilliant, last years was a sell out! Please don’t be disappointed this year.

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Town Mayor Report May I now take this opportunity to wish you all a very happy and enjoyable Christmas.

INFORMATION. Please Note: East Cowes Town Council Meetings will now be starting at 6.30pm on the 3rd Thursday of each month. However, the next Town Council meeting will be on the Thursday 8th December 2016 at the Town Hall at 6.30pm.

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Email lovehilluk@gmail.com Facebook:- Cllr Karl Love A big thank you to everyone who voted for me in the recent local election. I look forward to attending my first meeting in December and to getting stuck in to my role as Councillor for North Ward.

East Cowes Young Heroes I would like to take this opportunity to say a very well done to Joshua Aitkin. You certainly deserve an Historic England - Angel Award. Equally as deserving of recognition are the efforts of young Daniel High-Smith, a poppy seller who spent his weekends collecting for the Royal British Legion, in the bitter cold, as Armistice Day approached.

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passionately about his feelings for saving the iconic Frank James Hospital building.

His efforts have long been the talk of the town, Island and now the whole country. Josh and Daniel highlight how the young people of our town are caring for their community and we are so proud of them.

In my new role as a Town Councillor I plan on being in the town once a month so residents can come and talk to me about anything and everything and I will do my best to sort any issues you may have. Watch this space for more information and you can like my page on Facebook or feel free to email me with any questions or issues you have.

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Dates for your Diary Saturday 3rd December - Town Hall Charity Stall Bonanza from 10am - 2pm and then in the evening at 7pm a spectacular Christmas Variety Show. Refreshments served at both events. All funds raised to be divided between two local charities.

Saturday, 3rd December - Shanklin Christmas Festival. 10am until 4pm Loads of entertainment, fun and games to get the whole family in the Festive Spirit. Meet Santa Claus in his Grotto on the town square.

Entertainment throughout the day on Regent St including dog shows, singers, dancers, samba band, brass band and magician. Lots of opportunities to buy unique Christmas gifts.

Bungee trampolines, shooting alley, birds of prey, craft activities, tastings, Christmas tree festival, ghost walk and hog roast plus lots, lots more. All to raise money for Ability Dogs 4 Young People.

Saturday 3rd December - FUN DOG SHOW at Binstead Community Centre, Coniston Avenue, Ryde, PO33 3SB in aid of Wight Dog Trackers, Search & Rescue for lost dogs across the Island.

Entries from 12.30pm. Judging starts at 1pm.

Entries £2 per class or £5 for three. Only dogs of 6 months and over are eligible to compete but younger puppies (once fully vaccinated) are most welcome to come along. Everyone is welcome.

Saturday 3rd December – Christmas Fayre at Nine Acres Community Primary School, South View, Newport 12pm – 3pm. Come along and enjoy the fun. Many stalls, tombola, Santa’s grotto, raffle - with great prizes including £100 cash prize.

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Sunday 4th December – Christmas Concert at Cowes Yacht Haven at 3pm in aid of Diabetes Research. The Royal Marines Association Band will be performing with guest appearances including The Royal Marines Corps of Drums (Portsmouth). Tickets £16. Please call 856857 for further details Sunday 4th December – Santa Dash in aid of Earl Mountbatten Hospice. 11am at Ryde Superbowl, Ryde – Adults £15 under 12’s £10 and under 3’s free. Includes santa suit and medal. Register at www.iwhospice.org Monday 5th December - Isle of Wight Family History Society open meeting, everyone welcome. 100 years on – an update on the Titanic – talk by Dr Noel Stimson at Hunnyhill Room, Riverside Centre, The Quay, Newport.

Doors open 7pm talk starts 7.30pm lasts about 45 minutes. Admission: members of the Isle of Wight FHS - £1, non-members - £2 Tuesday 6th December – East Cowes Ladies Group will be holding their Annual Candlelight Carol Service in the East Cowes Methodist Church at 7.30pm. Everyone is invited and coffee and mince pies will be served.

Tuesday 6th December - Coffee morning in the Oddfellows Hall, 20 St. Thomas Sq, Newport PO30 1SG. Come along have a cup of coffee or tea and have a rest from the Christmas shopping, everyone is welcome.

Wednesday 7th December – Sunday 11th December - Brighstone Christmas Tree Festival will begin on Wednesday 7th at 7pm with the special “Lights of Love” Carol Service in aid of the Earl Mountbatten Hospice. All welcome.

From Thursday 8th December to Sunday 11th December over 200 themed decorated Christmas trees will be on display in seven different locations in Brighstone and all venues will be open from 10am to 5pm. No admission charge. All donations to charity.

Dates for your Diary Friday 9th December – Community Christmas Fayre at Barton Primary School, Furrlongs, Newport from 2 – 5pm. Craft stalls, Santa’s grotto, refreshments, xmas stalls, raffle and much more.

Friday 9th December – East Cowes Evangelical Church (Clarries Club for Seniors) invite you to their event. Return visit of our dear friends Ian and Pat Attrill to sing and entertain.

Meeting commences at 10.30am. For further information contact Derek or Myra on 717895

Friday 16th, 6pm-8pm, Saturday 17th 10am – 6pm and Sunday 18th December 11am – 3pm. Nativity Crib Festival at All saints’ Church, Ryde. Friday . Seasonal music and refreshments. A unique opportunity to view a variety of different nativity scenes. Free Entrance – Donations for church maintenance Welcome

Friday 16th December - East Cowes Evangelical Church (Clarries Club for Seniors) invite you to their event. Another visit by ‘Friends in Harmony’. A Christmas buffet will be held after Friday 9th December – Christmas Fayre at Holy this event. Meeting commences at 10.30am.

Cross Catholic Primary School, Millfield Avenue, For further information contact Derek or Myra on 717895 East Cowes. 3pm – 5pm. Local band and carols, raffle, school and local business stalls, Santa’s grotto, refreshments and a ho-ho-ho lot Friday 16th – Sunday 18th December Sandown Christmas Tree Festival. Come along more to Sandown Baptist Church, Station Avenue, Sandown for a display of Christmas trees Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th December decorated and themed from local businesses, - Christmas Market at Rylstone Tea Gardens, clubs, societies, associations and groups.

Shanklin from 10.30am – 4pm. Craft stalls, mulled wine, hot food and drinks, Christmas Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th December crazy golf tournament and much more. Free – Cowes Christmas Festival at Cowes Yacht entry and dogs on leads welcome.

Haven, Cowes. A host of great quality exhibitors and festive entertainment, it’s an Saturday 10th December – Christmas coffee event you don’t want to miss. Live cookery morning at 10am at East Cowes Methodist demonstrations from talented local chefs, a Church. Various stalls & raffle, soup and great choice of Isle of Wight Arts and Crafts pudding lunch to follow at 12 noon. stalls, a fantastic range of live music, children’s entertainment, Santa’s grotto and lots more Monday 12th December – Christmas Concert by the Cowes Concert Band at East Cowes Sunday 18th December – East Cowes Methodist Church at 8pm. Hosted by the East Methodist Church Carol Service preceded by a Cowes Ladies Group there will be a retiring tea at 4.30pm. Service at 6pm collection and a raffle in aid of the Ladies Charity. Coffee and mince pies will be served Monday 19th December –The Cowes Concert Thursday 15th December – Cowes Rotary Club Band present a Christmas Concert of festive Christmas Concert at St Mary’s Church, Cowes. music and carols at Newport Methodist Church at 7.45pm admission is free but a collection will Starting at 7.30pm. Featuring “THE ISLAND be taken for Ability Dogs for young people and CONCERT BAND”. Tickets on the door - Adults £5 - children under 15 Free. Refreshments and the band. All welcome. raffle Saturday 24th December – Christmas Eve

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Councillor Luisa Hillard – County Councillor for East Cowes. Phone/ text: 07964 869341 or email luisa.hillard@iow.gov.uk Season’s Greetings as we come to the end of another year! I have to say that this has probably been the most depressing year of my term in office so far and at times I have questioned whether it is still possible to ‘make a difference’ as a Councillor. In part this is due to the Isle of Wight Council lacking funds for local projects, the frustrations of various planning applications, and the wilful obstruction of certain individuals.

However, with just six months left until the next Council elections I am looking ahead at what the future of local government will look like. Certainly it would appear that further government cuts to education will be felt on the Island, and the on-going under-funding of the NHS will cause further difficulties in our hospital, particularly over the winter.

The damaged wall at the Frank James was finally fixed recently. Unfortunately works within the grounds have been delayed.

Some time ago I was successful in getting the resurfacing of Old Road brought forward from 2018/19 and this should be underway soon. I am hopeful that money to install safety features will be secured very soon but unfortunately this will not be in time to combine the works with resurfacing. I have discussed the possibility of Island Roads delaying and doing all works together (which would be more labour and cost effective) but I am reluctant to delay resurfacing for another six months to a year. There will probably be press releases out about this in late November or early December.

The efforts to get the Columbine Building listed by Historic England were again unsuccessful. I have taken advice from planning experts and it seems highly unlikely 16

that a further application for the Union Jack doors to be listed in their own right would be successful, although any changes would require planning permission.

If you have not already heard, the Boundary Commission is currently undergoing consultation on proposals to divide the Isle of Wight into two constituencies, with two separate MPs. As per the proposal East Cowes would be in the West Wight constituency. You have until the 5th December to comment. Go to the Boundary Commission website: www. bce2018.org.uk Parking continues to be an issue with some cursing enforcement officers and some wanting more. I understand how frustrating it is not to be able to park near to your home, particularly with young children and/or bags of shopping. I await the Council’s Parking Strategy and hope that it will have proposals to improve matters for residents.

On the 3rd December is Small Business Saturday. This is the day when the Council encourages people to use their local shops and support the high street. I have no doubt that the East Cowes Business Association have some plans this month – I’ve heard that they have a raffle. Also this month will be Christmas Fayres and I know that the East Cowes Scouts/Cubs/Beavers are selling raffle tickets to raise money.

If anyone is struggling to eat this month, or to heat your home, please ask for help. There are various charities that can offer assistance.

Until next month keep warm, keep safe and think positive thoughts at this special time.

Kind regards, Luisa

Adrian Kensit Garden Services Garden Maintenance

Tree Surgery

• Crown lifting & • Maintenance & thinning pruning of shrubs • Reduction & shaping • Cultivation & cleaning of borders • Dead wooding • Grass cutting • Tree felling • Hedge cutting • Stump removal We can offer a one-off visit or regular maintenance visits For further info call 07850 489754 or 404720, or email adrian.kensit@btinternet.com

Isle of Wight

WINDOW CLEANING Tel 07955 352 126 or 01983 296445

CONTACT DAN FOR YOUR FREE QUOTATION Telephone: 01983 862695 Mobile: 07816 545283 Email: td.decors@hotmail.co.uk www.tddecors.co.uk

Call: 01983 754666

• Portable Appliance Testing (PAT Testing) • Electrical Wiring Testing & Alterations • Telephone Sockets, Data Cabling & Faulting • and More

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Most aspects of the building trade undertaken Maintenance - repairs - pointing stonework - renovations landscaping - period restorations

...stationery y leaflets y flyers y posters y display print y multi-part forms y banners y and much more...

For more information or a quote, please contact us on 01983 534440 or printdept@gmail.com

Free estimates - fully insured with qualified tradesmen No job too small - over 25 yrs experience - Islandwide coverage Tel 01983 567566 or 07472 738126 email: isolamarc15@gmail.com www.isolabuilding.co.uk 16, Pier Street, Ventnor, PO38 1ST Public liability: ISCOMBL16973989

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Dr Sheila O’Toole Clinical Psychologist

I offer specialist assessment & treatment for a range of problems including:• depression & anxiety disorders • post-traumatic stress disorder • bereavement & loss • dementia & cognitive impairment • low self-esteem & stress • support for carers 07846 960266 sheila@wightpsychology.co.uk www.wightpsychology.co.uk

If you would like to promote your business in the next issue email islandmagazines@gmail.com for a rate card and details of our special introductory offer or call Debbie on 07880587931

Rubbish Survey If you have an opinion on our current waste collection service and would like to give some input on future changes then the Isle of Wight Council and Amey would like to hear your views on the recycling and waste service you currently receive or purchase.

Complete the online survey now by going to www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/waste_survey_ 2016 Or alternatively you can visit County Hall reception area, council help centres and your local library to pick up a paper copy of the survey.

The survey will close on the 23rd December 2016

Artisan Pear This month we invite you to join us for a special, handmade, fair trade Christmas shopping experience.

3rd December is ‘Small Business Saturday’

Order your Christmas holiday vegetables from us before the 19th December and we will deliver to you for free, just before Christmas.

You can even include gifts, free range eggs, artisan bread and fair trade Christmas cake!

15 York Avenue, East Cowes

Phone: 07889 722656 Email: shop@artisanpear.co.uk Facebook: www.facebook.com/artisanpear 18

The Rodfather Paul Keenan is ‘The Rodfather’ and he has taken his business from strength to strength and has left a trail of happy customers across the Island. Paul understands that a blocked sink, drain or toilet is the last thing anybody needs and understands the urgency of sorting these problems and is therefore on call 24 hours a day.

He is on the Island for the Island and has over 20 years experience in this field and is used to dealing with these unsavoury tasks on a daily basis.

The biggest compliment any business can get is great reviews from their customers and here are what some people are saying about The Rodfather.

Excellent service and excellent fee! Call The Rodfather before anyone else! – SM

The Rodfather CCTV Sinks, baths, showers, toilets & all drains cleared fast.

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20% off with this advert NO CALL OUT CHARGE. The Rodfather, number one for your number twos

You can’t fault Rodfather, he turns up on time, does a great job at my office in Lake even better he has great prices. Would recommend him any time. – AW Excellent service! He’s fast and he’s good!

Thanks for sorting us out Paul! – JR Cut out their advert and keep it in a safe place as you never know when you’re going to need to place a call to The Rodfather on 629893 or 07758 766654.

Follow The Rodfather on Facebook and read more testimonials from satisfied customers.

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