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Friday October 22, 2010 Issue 74
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GEORGE BROWN AND THE £220K ELEVATOR BY JASON KAY THE CASH STRAPPED Isle of Wight Council has agreed to splash out a massive £220k to replace a lift at the Ventnor Botanic Gardens. The decision comes at a time when the council have already announced swingeing cuts to their budgets with the Island’s vulnerable particularly hard hit. There was uproar at a meeting at the Winter Gardens, that was attended by over 300 people, concerned at the massive outlay, Continued on page 5
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WOMAN SERIOUS AFTER CRASH INSHORE KEPT BUSY
THE SUMMER might be over, but it has still been a busy spell for the Ryde Inshore Lifeboat. They were called out four times in the space of a few days, three of the calls to boats that had been caught out by the notorious Ryde Sands. The latest call out came when a 32ft Sloop ran aground and was unable to get off due to the wind pinning her to the bank. Ryde Rescue One attended, helmed by Andy Cheetham, and quickly had the vessel and her crew safely on their way back to Gosport.
PRISONER TRIES TO HARM HIMSELF
THAMES VALLEY POLICE were called to Chieveley Service Station near Newbury on Friday after a man being transported to the IW Prison tried to harm himself inside a G4S van. The prisoner was in the van and Police officers went to the scene, just off the A34, at about 11.40am last Friday, after receiving reports that a man in his 40s was trying to harm himself inside the van. It is understood he was being taken, along with other prisoners, from HMP Bullingdon in Oxfordshire to the Parkhurst wing of HMP IW. Police spokeswoman, Rebecca Webber, said the man was resuscitated and taken to the Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading to be treated for his injuries.
COWES FOOD SHOP OWNER IS FINED
THE OWNER of a food shop in Cowes has been ordered to pay almost £500 after pleading guilty to a charge under the Food Hygiene (England) Regulations 2006. Deborah Phillips, of Primefood in Cowes High Street appeared before Newport Magistrates Court on Monday after inspectors found she had failed to comply with a Hygiene Improvement Notice at the premises. The notice was issued on April 13 after a routine inspection which identified that the business was failing to implement its food safety management system. Although being served with the notice in April, a follow up visit on May 18 showed that while there were some improvements, there were problems remaining relating to displaying correct storage details of some cheeses, which had lead to items being displayed for sale past their ‘use by’ date. Amanda Gregory, Isle of Wight Council Environmental Health Manager said: “Customers expect high standards from food businesses and owners have a duty to ensure they follow food hygiene laws at all times. Sometimes the only option left is to prosecute, which is what happened in this particular case.” Phillips was fined £240, ordered to pay £240 costs and a £15 victim surcharge.
AN TWO-VEHICLE accident in Ryde left a woman in hospital with serious injuries. The accident happened on the Smallbrook Roundabout, Smallbrook Lane, Ryde. Emergency services rushed to the scene where one vehicle was on fire, it was reported and a woman was trapped.
A Peugeot car was in collision with a Ford Transit Van on the roundabout, trapping the driver in her car. Firefighters from Ryde and Newport fire stations were forced to cut off the roof to free the middle age woman. A Hampshire police spokesman said that a woman from the
Ryde area, suffered “severe injuries” and was taken to St Mary’s Hospital for treatment by ambulance. The road closure caused chaos as local diversions were set up whilst officers from the Shanklin Roads Policing unit (RPU) examined the scene. PC Martin
Norman from the RPU said: “I am appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or seen either vehicle prior to the collision to contact me.” Anyone with any information can contact the investigating officer PC Norman at the Shanklin Road Policing Unit on 101.
‘TIME TO CHANGE’ PLEDGE
IN AN ATTEMPT to challenge mental health discrimination on the Isle of Wight, ‘Time to Change’ was in St Thomas’s Square encouraging visitors to their stall to make a pledge. It was World Mental Health Day on Sunday October 10 and the Roadshow on the Saturday (Oct 9) from 10am to 2pm called on Islanders to add their pledges to those that have been made by over 9,000 across the country. One in four people will experience mental health problems at some point in their lives. Pledges made ranged from people suffering with these issues promising to tell others about them to those with healthy mental health pledging to be more tolerant of those who may not. “We’re asking people to make a pledge today to say that they won’t discriminate against people with mental health issues,” said Rachel Mc Kernan, Health Promotions Specialist in IW Public Health. “Mental Health problems affect over 18,000 people on the Island. Sadly nine out of 10 people who experience mental health problems also experience stigma and discrimination that impact on their quality of life and can stop them from seeking help.” Rachel continued: “This
Roadshow will enable people to add their voices to those who are saying that enough is enough and it is time to end the taboos surrounding mental health. Mental health problems can happen to anyone and everyone will be touched by them in some way.” Rachel’s pledge was “to talk to people openly about my experience of mental health problems,” and was the first to be pinned to the side of the gazebo. People who have experienced problems with mental health had made the beautiful silk banners around the tent with artist Sharon George.
Also at the stall was Sandy Ciccognani who has helped facilitate various workshops with Rachel and has helped to make a film about the issues, and Sam Brooks, a Health Trainer with the Rural Community Council. Over the last year the Island’s NHS has been providing Mental Health First Aid Training to support the Time to Change campaign. This course equips people with the skills to recognise the symptoms of mental health problems in others and respond appropriately. It also gives them the knowledge to support people to access appropriate professional support and
develop self-help skills. Over 150 Islanders have now been trained and in November we will be launching Youth Mental Health First Aid specifically for people working with, supporting or living with young people aged 11-18 years. Health Improvement services is also planning a Time to Get Moving Event in November. This Treasure Hunt activity will encourage people to come together and get physically active for the benefit of their mental health. Anyone who would like to know more can call Rachel McKernan on 01983 538024 for more details.
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THOUSANDS TAKEN IN DODGY CHEQUE SCAM
POLICE ARE seeking more information to help identify a man suspected of links with an alleged fraud on the Island. Enquiries are continuing into at least three recent reports from post offices across the Island. Investigating officer PC Jamie Dupey of the Isle of Wight’s Targeted Patrol Teams said: “It’s been alleged phone calls are made to post offices by men speaking with a Scottish accent. They claim to be working for a legitimate bank, and give details of bank accounts belonging to customers who have lost their cards. “The suspected fraudsters then say the affected
customer will be visiting the post office shortly with a cheque from the bank so they can collect emergency money. A contact phone number is provided by the fraudsters so their bogus identity appears genuine. “A majority of staff targeted at post offices on the Island have remained suspicious, and no money was handed over. However, on one occasion, a man was able to obtain £2,800 from a post office on the Island by using this scam.”Police are pursuing several lines of enquiry because this scam is believed to have affected post offices across the country. CCTV footage of a potential suspect has
been obtained from Pan Stores post office on the afternoon of Thursday, August 12. PC Jamie Dupey added: “I would like to thank everyone who has helped the police with the investigation so far. We are renewing our appeal for assistance with this CCTV image of a possible suspect, who someone may recognise.” Anyone with information about this man’s identity or the scam is asked to contact PC Dupey at Newport police station by phoning 101. Information can be given anonymously by phoning the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.
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CHAOS ON TRAINS
THERE IS expected to be travel chaos because Island trains will not be running between Ryde Pierhead, Ryde Esplanade and Ryde St John’s on the weekend of October 30 and 31. The line will be closed because of essential track renewal work on the line. But because of vehicle restrictions on the Pierhead, Islandline cannot provide alternative transport between Ryde Esplanade and the pierhead. Passengers who cannot walk along the temporary walkwayshould contact the assisted travel helpline on 0800 52 82 100. The disruptions mean journey times will be extended and connections cannot be guaranteed, and cycles, prams and items of bulky luggage cannot be carried on rail replacement buses.
ROBBERS MADE TO PAY THE BILL BY JASON KAY
Oliver Mazirel
Gary Ridgewell-Smith
TWO MEN convicted of carrying out an armed robbery in Cowes have been made the subject of compensation orders totalling almost £4,000 to try to ensure benefit is taken out of crime. Gary Ridgewell-Smith and Oliver Mazirel were sentenced to nine years in prison after a cross border police investigation led to their identification and arrest for armed robbery. The shop assistant at Benzie jewellers in Cowes heard a loud bang outside on July 3 last year, and went to investigate. She discovered two masked men had smashed the front window of the shop and were stealing 15 watches, totalling £200,000 in value. At a recent hearing held in Portsmouth Crown Court a judge ordered compensation payments from both men involved in the robbery. Financial investigators have been working on the case and provided evidence to show that Mazirel had financially benefited from his actions to the total of £221,118.50, and had £1,940.60 available. He was
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given compensation orders of £100 to pay to Ryde Library and £1,840.60 to Lloyds of London. Ridgewell-Smith was shown to have benefited from his criminal actions to the total of £212,955.00, with an available amount of £2,000. A compensation order of £2,000
was made to Lloyds of London. Detective Inspector Dave Brown, who leads the force’s Economic Crime Investigation Unit, said: “These orders have been secured using powers under the Proceeds of Crime Act. In the past the money criminals had gained from their
actions was difficult to trace and prove, but now we can ensure that, like in the case of Mazirel and Ridgewell-Smith, they are sentenced for their crimes and also have to literally pay for their actions. We are making every effort to take the benefit out of crime.”
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MOTHER DIES AFTER CYCLE FALL A MOTHER of four died in hospital after failing to recover from injuries she sustained when falling off her bike. Kathryn Anne Hollis, 47, a teacher at Nine Acres Primary School, died after her bike skidded while she was out training for a triathlon. At the time of the accident Mrs Hollis, the wife of Brighstone village shop keeper David Hollis was wearing a cycle helmet. A rapid response paramedic treated her at the scene before she was rushed to St Mary’s Hospital in Newport. It is believed that Mrs. Hollis passed over a wet section on the road, thought to have been caused by a natural spring, and lost control of her bike. PC Simon Richardson of Shanklin’s Road Policing Unit said: “A full investigation into the incident was launched and that police were confident no other vehicle was a direct factor in the incident”. But he said police would like to speak to anyone using the ‘B’ road on the day of the accident who may have seen the cyclist. Anyone who saw the incident or the cyclist prior to the crash is asked to contact PC Simon Richardson at Shanklin Roads Policing Unit on 101, quoting Operation Dowlas. Alternatively, call the charity Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111
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ARMED police swooped on a house and arrested a former soldier after receiving a call from a friend and neighbour who spotted what they thought was a hand grenade attached to the front door. However, it was later thought to be a child’s small green plastic hand grenade.
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Inspector Julie Cocks from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police refused to confirm the reports but said there was no danger to the public. After initial concerns were raised police arrived at the property and later returned, throwing up a cordon and evacuating people from Arctic
Road in Cowes to a nearby church hall. Police called in Royal Navy bomb disposal experts to look at what the police spokeswoman described as a suspicious object. Bomb disposal experts smashed their way into the property by breaking a front
bedroom window after fearing the front door was booby trapped with a device. One man was detained and taken to a police station. A spokesperson from Hampshire and IW police later confirmed that one man has since been released from custody without charge.
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GEORGE’S GREAT GLASS ELEVATOR Continued from front page
brought on by the Council’s move to put the Gardens into private hands. One notable absentee at the meeting was Councillor George Brown, the deputy leader of the IW Council, who was one of the key figures in the decision to rubber stamp the massive outlay. Cllr Brown sent a long statement to be read at the meeting, saying that he had a prior engagement and that he would attend any further meetings if he were given more notice. One of the specific concerns was that the Council were saying that the Botanic Gardens were losing them £250,000 per year and yet they were proposing to spend £220,000 replacing the incline lift from the car park level to the café below. Apparently the Royal Hotel, who now run the catering concession at the Visitor’s Centre, asked the council to repair or replace the lift before agreeing to sign a ten year lease for the café. Claims had been made in a report that there had been an income loss of £7,000 per week because the lift wasn’t working. It stated, “the facilities have not achieved their full commercial
potential is largely due to the unreliable inclined lift. “…each coach which turns around without [visitors] disembarking loses the Garden over £200 in potential expenditure, which equates to approximately £7,000 of lost income per week in summer, plus additional secondary retail spend on the site.” Because of the difficulties with the inclined lift since it was installed in 2000, it has been mooted that a vertical lift might be installed instead. The sum of £220k had been ring fenced as the ceiling of a figure that might be required to fit such a lift. An independent lift engineer informed the Gazette that £30,000 ought to be enough money to supply and install a decent vertical lift, so the Gazette are wondering if the one the Council have in mind is to be gold plated. At the meeting of those concerned about the future of the control of the Botanic Gardens there were several helpful and useful suggestions made as to how revenue might be raised in the future, to prevent the necessity of putting the facility into private control. Mary Thomas, who had been deputy clerk to Ventnor Town Council when the land was
purchased for ‘enjoyment and education’ explained that the stature under which it was purchased did not allow a charge to be made for entrance to the gardens. The car park had been purchased under a separate statute. Although it was suggested that a small (£1.50) entrance fee might be charged, another idea was to ask for a suggested donation – thereby avoiding the statute decreeing that the Gardens must be free. Michael Freeman, trustee of Ventnor Heritage Museum and Friend, suggested that a guide could be produced for sale in the shop. “If 50,000 people bought it and we made £2 per book we could make £100k,” said Michael. Marina Morey pointed out that the Council was doing the same to the Gardens as they were to other social enterprises. “You Friends could make something truly wonderful happen,” she said. Janet Fishleigh wondered if people might be interested in adopting a plant at the Gardens just like people do with animals at the zoo. Peter offered to give dry stone walling classes to repair those in the garden, Yvonne suggested that the garden could become a healing centre and Peter Marsden (Friend) from Niton asked if anyone had
thought of contacting the RHS (Royal Horticultural Society). Phil Le May, Chairman of Ventnor Botanic Gardens Friends Society who was chairing the meeting said that links had been forged with the Friends of the Royal Parks and that it was strange to note that they were a Friends group that had grown out of a protest group, whilst contrastingly the Botanic Friends now appeared to be turning into a protest group. Brian Charlton, a Friend, who lives in nearby Inglewood Park, asked about the £7.5k figure lost per week. “Who’s making up these figures and why are we making
expenditure on a lift to help a private enterprise being run in the building,” he asked. Mrs Christine Benson said: “We must get Mr. Brown back when we have something new to report and we should all come back too.” “Time is getting quite short,” said Councillor and Unison rep Mark Chiverton. “The final decision will be made in full council in February.” Ventnor Town Council Mayor, Debbie Robinson, said, “We will put ourselves fully behind you.” Petitions against taking control of the Gardens out of the IW Council’s hands were available to be signed on the way out of the meeting.
FIRE WRECKS RYDE PROPERTY
A STRAY SPARK may have been to blame for a fire at a property due to be put up for auction in The Strand, Ryde. The blaze was tackled by five fire crews from Ryde, Newport and a team operating an aerial platform ladder. Station Manager Mark Deacon, based at Newport from IW Fire and Rescue Service, said the
fire damaged an area in the roof space and water caused damage to upper level on the property. He was unable to confirm how the fire started. A neighbour who did not wish to be named spoke to The Gazette and explained that hours earlier workmen had been renewing the
roof on the property and a commercial garage. Fire crews were sent after a call by an “alert neighbour” after they smelt smoke at the nearby empty property. Fire fighters searched the building to ensure nobody was inside, and there were no reports of injuries. Mr. Deacon went on to say that
smoke was billowing from the roof when the crews arrived. He said fire fighters had ensured it was safe for them to go on to the roof, when the blaze was underneath them, before they could tackle the blaze. He said: “There was initial difficulty. “We had to cut away into
the roof space to get at the fire, which brings its own problems with regard to putting our personnel onto a roof, where we’re unsure how far the fire has developed underneath them. Once that was dynamically risk assessed and sorted, we were able to put our crews safely into the roof, access the roof
space, cut into it and put the fire out.” The aerial ladder was called in to support the crews in fighting the fire from above and to help remove gas cylinders that were at risk of catching fire. Fire crews spent an hour carrying out salvage at the property.
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WARNING OVER ALCOHOL
ISLAND POLICE have issued a fresh warning about the criminal consequences of alcohol. National Alcohol Awareness Week has been taking place this week, and ends on Sunday (Oct 24), providing an opportunity to raise awareness of all alcohol misuse issues. The theme for 2010 is ‘Alcohol and Childhood’ in which national campaigners are asking the question “Is alcohol damaging childhood?’ This theme encompasses the issue of alcohol use by young people, the impact on young people of parental drinking, and the influence of alcohol marketing on young people. IW Police Licensing Sergeant Mark Voller said: “During Alcohol Awareness Week, the police licensing team have been working closely with partner agencies to highlight the dangers of alcohol. We are particularly concerned at the effects of alcohol on young people. For this reason there has been increased enforcement activity in pubs, clubs, off-licences and in public places during that week. “Drunkenness continues to impact on crime and anti-social behaviour. Most Island licensees sell alcohol responsibly, but
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police are determined to target those with a casual approach. It is vital that licensees and their staff have a strict policy to prevent the sale of alcohol to under-18s and to customers who are becoming disorderly or drunk. “The professionalism of a licensee can benefit the wider community: Where drunkenness
is not tolerated, pubs and clubs are not only safer for customers and staff, but there may be less violence, damage and loutish behaviour in the neighbourhood. “During Alcohol Awareness Week, police seek to identify retailers with a responsible approach, but will take decisive action against those failing
to meet required legal or professional standards.” The Licensing Unit works within the Isle of Wight Community Safety Partnership, which has made a pledge to tackle anti-social behaviour on the island. For more information, log onto www.saferwight.org.uk/ antisocialbehaviour.aspx
THE SANDOWN and Shanklin Independent Lifeboat was called out twice in quick succession. First, a call came from the Solent Coastguard on Saturday October 16, to a report of a upturned catamaran half a mile east of Sandown pier. On arrival the lifeboat crew attempted to re-right it. But he mast and sail had dropped off the boat and were suspended in the water underneath it on its rigging, The crew eventually got it upright and had to get the mast on to the boat with its sail before towing it to Sandown where the Bembridge Coastguard team and Sandown Mobile were waiting and assisted in putting it on to the beach. While on that task the crew was alerted to another sailing vessel in difficulty, and went to their aid. It was found the boat was slowly sinking with the wind and tide not helping them. Coxswain Mark Birch explained: “We transferred one of the crew who was shivering to our boat and warmed him up and attached a line and towed them out of the wind – a Force 5 Northerly. “We made our way back to Yaverland Sailing Club where again Bembridge Coastguard team also assisted in retrieval of the boat and checked the crew.”
LUCKY ESCAPE AFTER CAR OVERTURNS
A MAN walked away without injuries after his car left the road in East Cowes. Police closed one lane of Whippenham Road in East Cowes after the car hit a verge, flipped over onto its roof and landed in a field. A rapid response paramedic and an ambulance attended the crash scene. The driver had managed to free himself from the overturned
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vehicle. Crews checked the man over before he was taken away to St Mary’s Hospital for further checks. Police blocked off one lane whilst the man was checked. A police spokesperson said “It is believed that the man escaped without injury. Officers are now awaiting the recovery agents to remove the vehicle from the field.”
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BESTIVAL UP FOR AWARDS
THIS YEAR the Bestival is up for Best Major Festival in the UK Festival Awards and Rob da Bank, Josie, Simon and Ziggie Hughes and Kate Jackman are calling upon Islanders to vote with their fingers and get online at www.uk.festivalawards.com to show their support. The first round of voting for this year’s UK Festival Awards is now over and both Camp Bestival and Bestival have been shortlisted for a combined total of seven awards. Bestival has made it on to the shortlist for Best Major Festival, Best Dance Event award, the Best Headline Performance award (for The Prodigy’s incendiary Sunday night closing headline set) and the Virtual Festivals Critics’ Choice for Chase and Status’s crowd smashing set. Camp Bestival has also made it onto some very prestigious shortlists: the Family Festival Award, the Best Medium Festival Award and the Best Headline Performance for Madness’s hit-packed singalong. The second round of voting in the UK Festival awards is now open and runs until October 27. “If you could make your way to uk.festivalawards. com and show your support and for both Camp Bestival and Bestival, we will be eternally grateful!” said a Bestival spokesperson.
ROTARY RALLY ROUND WITH BULBS AS A PUSH to ‘End Polio Now’ Island Rotary groups and chidren from Lake Middle School gathered outside Spithead Business Centre to plant 5,000 purple crocus bulbs. Gathering on the verge between the road and the car park, representatives from Rotary, the school children and Spithead Business Centre’s owner Mr. William Smith posed together before
getting down to the challenge of planting the tiny tubers. “I was more than happy to enable this bulb planting,” said Mr. Smith. “Raising awareness of polio immunization is a very worthwhile project. When I was younger the disease could still be caught in this country and we ought to seek to see it eradicated worldwide.” President of Shanklin Rotary,
Mr Bill Wyke, organised the mass planting to raise awareness of the current push to raise £250m towards polio immunization in the developing world. “If Rotary can match fund this amount Bill Gates has agreed to match fund with
another £250m,” said Lora Peacey-Wilcox of Cowes Rotary. Rotary groups from around the world have already raised £150m. Purple crocuses were chosen as the children have a finger dipped in purple dye at medical clinics to
indicate that they have already been immunized. Also at the event were John Hamar the president of Cowes Rotary, Maire Reeves of Vectis Sunrise Rotary and Fred Gilliland and Tom Gifford of Sandown Rotary. Deputy Head of Lake
Middle, Mr Chris Ball, brought school council members from the school along with others who held positions of responsibility within the school. “We do a lot of work with Bill and were more than happy to do so,” said Mr Ball.
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ISLE GET THERE IN THE END! A D-DAY war veteran whose holiday to the Island was cancelled after World War II broke out has finally made the trip, thanks to a 71-year-old credit note. Great Grandfather Len Townsend, 88, of, Ludham, planned to stay with pals at a holiday park here in 1939 but when war started it was taken over by the Government and converted to a training facility, HMS Blazer. Len, a former radio operator and one of the first men to land on the Normandy beaches on D-Day, was given a 10-shilling (50p) credit note for his deposit by the manager of the then Yelland’s Chalet Hotels, but tucked it away and forgot about it. He came across it while going through papers after his wife Mae died in 2008 but quickly put it aside again. However, when his daughter-inlaw Christine saw it earlier this year she thought it would be a good idea to write to the hotel - and the manager of what is now Warner’s Bembridge Coast Hotel immediately offered to honour the note with a free family holiday. Len spent a three-night break with his son Jerry and Christine. The retired shipping agent said: “They looked after us very well and we travelled all over the island. The scenery was beautiful and it looked really clean and tidy. You could say it was brilliant value for 10 shillings, but then I was earning less than £1 a week before the war.” Len, who has two other sons, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, got married
BY JASON KAY on January 1, 1944, but married bliss soon made way for earnest preparation for the Normandy landings. He recalled: “We practised wet landings on the Isle of Wight and that was the only previous time I had visited the island.” As a wireless operator attached to Naval commandoes, he landed two hours before the main landing at Berniere-surMer which has the first liberated house in France. Len, who lived in Essex until his retirement in the 1980s, said: “Mae knew all about the cancelled holiday, but in our 64 years of married life we never once visited the Island although we went on plenty of other holidays from the Mediterranean to Scandinavia. I am glad I finally got to come.” Len’s son Jerry, who lives in Upminster, Essex, said: “We only offered the credit note to the hotel as a memento and were not expecting a holiday. They made us feel really welcome.” Phil Howden, general manager of the four-star adults-only hotel set in 23 acres, said: “When we heard Len’s story we were all touched and thought the only thing to do was to honour the credit note. We were delighted to welcome him and his family to the hotel and it was great to meet him. We’re just glad that after 71 years he has finally had that holiday he wanted and seen the many delights of the Isle of Wight.”
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PAIR FAIL TO ANSWER BAIL
A 49-YEAR-OLD woman from Redhill, Surrey, and a 72-year-old man, originally from the Derby area, have failed to answer police bail. The suspects did not report to Newport Police Station as expected. They remain on police bail pending further enquiries. The man and woman were arrested on suspicion of being involved in an act of outraging public decency in August when members of the public reported concerns about two people who appeared to be involved in a sexual act on the beach. Investigating officers would still like to speak with members of the public who had been on Shanklin beach on the afternoon of Sunday, August 8. Several witnesses left the scene without passing on their contact details to the police. Anyone with information is asked to phone Shanklin Police Station on 101.
POLICE APPEAL ON DOUBLE EXPOSURE
AN APPEAL for information is being renewed by police after allegations of an indecent exposure in Carisbrooke near Newport. It is reported a man exposed himself while sat at a bus stop near the health centre on Carisbrooke High Street at around 10.20pm on Saturday, September 25. The second allegation concerns a man exposing himself in front of two women at around 3am on Sunday, September 26, at the junction of Carisbrooke Road and Recreation Ground Road. The man seen in the second report was described as white; 5 ft 8 ins tall approximately with short dark hair. He was wearing a dark coloured T-shirt and jeans. No one was threatened or injured in either of these situations but police remain concerned about these reports and are keen to identify possible suspects. Anyone with information is asked to contact Newport police station by phoning 101.
FORMER VICAR OF NEWPORT DIES
THE DEATH has occurred of the former vicar of Newport, Canon James Buckett. Canon Buckett, who died on Tuesday, was chaplain to the IW Council for a number of years as well as County padre for the Royal British Legion.
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LORD LIEUTENANT PAY
Chairman Danny Fisher with Major General Martin White and Chief Operating Officer Karen Baker THE ISLE OF WIGHT’S Lord Lieutenant, Major General Martin White CB CBE JP, has paid an extended visit to St. Mary’s Hospital, Newport. Major General White was met and escorted round the hospital by the Primary Care Trust Board Chairman, Danny Fisher MBE, DL and Chief Operating Officer, Karen Baker. The tour included a briefing on Organ Donation and signing of the Organ Donation Register; a visit to the Island’s Ambulance Control Room and Communications Centre; a tour of the Pathology Department; a visit to and formal opening of the Fracture Clinic and an informal meeting with the Island’s Award Winning Cleaning and Caretaking Team. Speaking after the visit Danny Fisher said: “We were able to introduce the Lord Lieutenant to a number of people who work in important areas of the NHS on the Island - from the background support services to front line staff. All play an important role in ensuring
that Islanders receive the very best of care in safety and relative comfort.” In the Education Centre on the St. Mary’s site the Lord Lieutenant met members of the Island’s Organ Donation Committee including Consultant Anaesthetist and Clinical Lead for Organ Donation at St. Mary’s, Dr Oliver Cramer and Specialist Nurse for Organ Donation, Helen McManus. Major General White signed the Organ Donation Register and helped launch a campaign to encourage Islanders to sign up. The Lord Lieutenant then visited the Island’s Ambulance Control and Communications Centre. Chris Smith, Head of the Island’s Ambulance Service and Lee Haward, Control Support Officer explained the role of the centre and the Lord Lieutenant talked with staff. The centre receives 30,000 999 calls per year. In December 2010 it is expected that work lasting four months will start on a new control centre for the NHS on the Island which will encompass many of the
Claire Hatton, Martin White, Matt Martin and Head of IW Ambulance Service Chris Smith ‘out of hours’ health services which support Islanders in an emergency. The centre will be located on the first floor of a new building completed on the St. Mary’s Hospital site in March 2010. Formatted: Bottom: 0.47” Crossing into the Main Hospital the Lord Lieutenant was met by Pathology Services Manager Liz Thorne and shown around the
Pathology Department. On the Island over a 100 people work in pathology and just under one million tests are performed each year. Major General White toured the Chemical Pathology (Biochemistry), Haematology & Blood Transfusion, Cellular Pathology, and Medical Microbiology/Virology where he met Pathologists, Clinical
Scientists, Biomedical Scientists, Medical Laboratory Assistants and Phlebotomists. The Lord Lieutenant then made his way to the new Fracture Clinic where he met staff and patients including six year old Mia-Ray Penn Price with her mother Sara-lee Penn. Mia-Ray was attending the fracture Clinic to have her right
forearm plastered. Sister Kathryn Taylor explained how children are given the opportunity to choose the colour of their plaster. The Lord Lieutenant then formally opened the Fracture Clinic by cutting a ribbon. Finally Major General White was introduced to the Award Winning Cleaning and Caretaking Team who were on a well earned
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morning break. The Cleaning and Caretaking Team were the overall winners in the eight main categories in the NHS Isle of Wight Awards. The Awards which are voted on by the audience on the evening saw over 60 entries across the eight categories.
Commenting on the visit Chief Operating Officer Karen Baker said: “We constantly strive to improve services and meet the needs of Islanders. These are challenging times for the health service as we cope with rising demand for our
services and reorganise services in line with the Government’s recent White Paper. Visits like this enable us to recognise the important role played by all health service staff in looking after the health and wellbeing of Islanders and visitors.” Martin White and Dr Oliver Cramer
Martin White, Katherine Taylor, Sara-Lee Penn and Mia Ray Penn-Price
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LUCKY SHOPPERS DASH IN NCT FUNDRAISER
THREE LUCKY shoppers got first pick at the Isle of Wight National Childbirth Trust (NCT’s) record-breaking autumn fundraiser the Nearly New Sale. They completed a five-minute bargain dash after winning a raffle draw, beating off 27 other people who were first in the queue. The winners were Mark Allen from Cowes who was shopping for Bethany, aged 13 weeks, Lydia Heslop from Ashey out shopping for Charlie, 8 months, and Miranda Hunns from Freshwater who was shopping for Alisha, 7 months. The Island branch of the parenting charity welcomed a record 312 bargain hunters through the doors of the Riverside Centre in Newport and raised nearly £5000. Isle of Wight Radio’s Paul Topping and Michael Coombes kicked off the
dash and officially opened the sale. The Nearly New Sale of pre-loved baby, children’s and maternity clothes and equipment
is the NCT’s biggest fundraiser. It takes place twice a year and the next sale will be held in April. To learn more about
the NCT email chair@ wightnct.org.uk, visit our Facebook page (NCT Isle of Wight), or visit www. wightnct.org.uk.
The Gazette, Friday, October 22, 2010
ISLAND MP WELCOMES CUTS IN ‘RED TAPE’
ANDREW TURNER, the Island’s MP, has welcomed Lord Young’s ‘Common Sense – Common Safety’ report, which outlines ways in which red tape and costs can be removed from businesses, offices, schools and other low-risk environments. Mr Turner said: “I very much welcome this sensible report. There is too much of a tick-box mentality towards health and safety. People are frightened of being sued and rather than taking sensible precautions, they rely on making sure their paperwork is in order or simply don’t do things that have any risk at all. “Hazards faced in schools, offices and most businesses are not the same as those where heavy machinery and dangerous substances are in use, but you wouldn’t believe it from the number of risk assessments needed and health and safety
rules you need to consider. “I am particularly pleased that the pervasive ‘no win-no fee’ advertising is to be tackled. I hope this is the beginning of the end of the compensation culture that has changed our society so much. ” Mr. Turner accepted that many of the problems were due to people misunderstanding the rules rather than the law itself. However he believes simplifying the rules and clarifying Health and Safety requirements was long overdue. He added: “When schoolchildren are prevented from going on school simply because schools fear the consequences of accidents, you know something is seriously wrong. If children don’t experience risks they are unable to assess them properly. Nobody can eliminate all risk – so people need to be able to judge it properly.”
CELEBRATIONS ARE ON TRACK
THE ISLE OF WIGHT Steam Railway is planning a series of celebrations to mark its 40th anniversary in style next year. The popular attraction was opened at Havenstreet in 1971, emerging from the ashes of what was left when the Island’s railway system was closed down, and its rolling stock left to rust. Years of painstaking work by enthusiasts brought about the re-birth of steam on the Island, and now nearly 40 years on plans have been unveiled for events that will stretch throughout the whole on next year. There will be two unique events on key anniversary dates in January and April, one marking the date 40 years ago when the IW Steam Railway was first established at Havenstreet Station, and the other to commemorate the date 40 years ago when trains operated for the first time. Other highlights will include two special Railway Gala weekends, a series of walks along some of the Island’s former railway lines, specially commissioned film
shows, and an auction of railwayana. It is also hoped to host a 40th Anniversary Year lecture with a renowned guest speaker from the world of railways and/or preservation. “It is going to be a very special year for the Isle of Wight Steam Railway”, said Railway Chairman, Steve Oates. “It’s terrific to be celebrating and paying tribute to the vision, commitment and enthusiasm of a small group of individuals who, 40 years ago, worked so hard to save a little of the Island’s once extensive railway network. So during 2011 we want to celebrate all that has been achieved to make the Isle of Wight Steam Railway one of the leading heritage railways in the UK and an important and major visitor attraction for the Island. There will be a great deal going on and our aim is ensure there will be something for everyone to enjoy during the year”. On Sunday January 23, the 40th Anniversary activities will commence with ‘The Last Train’ – a guided walk from the site of the former
Newport Station following, where possible, the former trackbed to Wootton. Walkers will then board a steam train for the remainder of the journey to Havenstreet Station. This will be virtually 40 years to the day since that very last steam train left Newport hauling the fledgling IW Steam Railway’s rolling stock to Havenstreet, to begin a new chapter in
Island railway history. The second important anniversary date next year is April 12. In 1971, the fledgling steam railway was sufficiently organised by April that year to try running a passenger service. Exactly 40 years later, on April 12, 2011, ‘The First Train’ will be recreated with a series of special train workings between Havenstreet Station and
Woodhouse, using the same locomotive and carriages. The first of the Gala Weekends will be held over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend at the end of May, when it is planned to have all of the of the IW Steam Railway’s available locomotives in steam, together with guest locos from other railways (although these are still to be confirmed) possibly making the Gala the largest gathering of locomotives in steam on the Island since 1966. In September, the second Gala will feature locomotives with an Island pedigree in steam together and may include the return to steam of the Railway’s historic 1878-built ‘Terrier’ class locomotive No. 11 ‘Newport’. One further event, still in the planning stages, may see a continuous timetabled service of steam trains spanning 40 hours, with trains operating from 6am on Saturday June 25 until 10pm on Sunday June 26. Alongside the 40th Anniversary celebrations, the Steam Railway will also be running a special appeal
throughout the year to raise funds for an ambitious project to transform and restore Wootton Station in the style of the old Isle of Wight Central Railway. Initial plans have been drawn-up and, as part of the anniversary celebrations, the Railway is appealing for £40,000 to make this project a reality and create a country terminus station of 100 years ago! Outlining some of the regular events and attractions planned for 2011, the IW Steam Railway’s events officer, Liz Tagart said: “Over the Easter weekend there will be a number of new children’s activities with our ‘Easter Fun’ theme, while in May we’re again asking anyone with a classic or vintage car, or maybe just an old banger, to bring it along to the ‘Pride and Joy’ Show on May 22. “In early July we head back to the exciting, but most dangerous 1940s for our annual ‘1940s Weekend’, and later in the year, there’s a Victorian Weekend in August, our Wine Festival in September, and much-loved Santa Specials in December.
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DIGGING IN FOR NEW FIRE STATION
THE FIRST step has been taken to extend Ryde Fire Station, with work due for completion in February. A ceremonial breaking of the ground officially marked the start of work to extend the station as part of the IW Council’s fire modernisation project. Cllr Barry Abraham, IW Council
cabinet member with responsibility for fire and community safety put spade to turf at a special ceremony on Monday. The extension will provide much-needed accommodation for the 14-strong day crew that have been operating from the station since February 2010. Additions to
the current site include additional office space, a kitchenette, gym and large multi-purpose room which can be used for training, community safety work and the LIFE scheme which promotes fire safety among young people. Space within the extension will also be made available for local
community groups to use as a place for meeting or events. The extension costing £280,000 will have full disabled access, additional parking and cycle racks. It has been designed in-house by the council and will be built by local construction company Mountjoy. Cllr Barry Abraham, said: “This is
an important milestone in the Fire Service Modernisation project which aims to create a more efficient and resilient fire and rescue service. The improvements to Ryde Fire Station will not only provide crews with a better standard of accommodation, but also space that can be used by local community groups.”
REMEMBER, WEAR IT PINK FOR CHARITY
BREAST CANCER CAMPAIGN’S Isle of Pink fundraising initiative saw the Island go pink, pink and more pink throughout September and the charity hopes to raise £30,000 to help fund vital breast cancer research. And there will hopefully be more pink Islandwide on October 29, when schools, offices, clubs, businesses and individuals – in fact everyone – will be urged to Wear It Pink to raise even more cash and awareness. There have been some zany ideas for Wear It Pink in previous years, so now here is everyone’s chance to go even pinker for such a good cause. You could hold a dress down in pink day, throw a pink party or
run a pink bake sale. It’s totally up to you. But The Gazette is urging all Islanders to Go Pink and Wear Pink on October 29, and our photographers will be out and about finding out the efforts YOU have made to support breast cancer research. By ‘Going Pink’ you will be helping the 46,000 women and 300 men who are diagnosed with breast cancer each year in the UK. You will be helping to fund world class research at Europe’s only research centre dedicated to breast cancer research, plus research units and campaigning and education work. You will be helping to fund a future free from the fear of breast cancer. With the help of local
businesses, volunteers and supporters, the Isle of Pink campaign was awash with pink fundraising activities and events. Local companies such as Wightlink, Hovertravel, Red Funnel, Southern Vectis, as well as attractions such as Blackgang Chine and Bestival, got involved with fundraising and charity collections and contributed greatly to the Isle of Pink’s success. But don’t worry if you missed out. Now is your chance to take part in Wear It Pink day, supported by Vanish. Just wear an item of pink at work, at home or at school, on Friday October 29 and donate £2 each to breast cancer research. Visit www.wearitpink.co.uk or call 0800 107 3104 to register now.
Wightlink’s Isle of Pink fundraisers
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The Gazette, Friday, October 22, 2010
RYDE A BLOOMING SUCCESS
All of the Ryde in Bloom winners RYDE TOWN COUNCIL was delighted to host the 2010 Ryde in Bloom awards at the Waterside Cafe. Ryde in Bloom was re-launched by the Town Council this year to recognise the hard work that goes into the entire town’s wonderful
gardens, displays and hanging baskets. There were several different categories, covering everything from window boxes to front gardens and care home/community projects. The Town Council’s judging panel was delighted to be joined by
Ryde in Bloom overall winner
renowned horticulturist Mike Fitt OBE, Former Director of Parks & Deputy Chief Executive, The Royal Parks, and Andrew McIntyre, Parks Officer, IW Council. Island Printers provided sponsorship. Winners in each category were: Front garden over 3 metres - Diane
Riddell. Small front garden - Monica Whyte. Hanging basket/planter/ tub/window box - Joan Olive Large public house/hotel/guest house/restaurant/business Wetherspoon’s. Senior citizen complex/nursing
home/care home - St Vincent’s Care Home. Community initiative involving young people - 54 St Johns Road. Overall Winners were: First Diane Riddell, Second - Monica Whyte, Third - St Vincent’s Care Home.’
Ryde in Bloom youth and community winner
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PUTTING ON PEDAL POWER
POLICE OFFICERS have been getting on their bikes and displaying a bit of pedal power to raise funds for good causes across the Island and Hampshire. A team of 11 officers and staff completed a gruelling cycle ride around the Island for two charities. They started from Cowes police station at 9am and cycled through East Cowes, Ryde, Bembridge, Sandown, Shanklin, Ventnor, Niton, Chale, Brighstone, Freshwater and Yarmouth before finishing in Gurnard at 4pm. The team’s stamina in the saddle generated an overall sum of more than £1,000, to help support the Earl Mountbatten Hospice in Newport, and the Hampshire branch of BASICS (The British Association for Immediate Care). Isle of Wight Operations Inspector Paul Savill, who
organised the Bobbies On Bikes event, said: “There are police officers and staff whose lives and families have been affected by life-threatening conditions. We want to show our support for the dedication and compassion of the Earl Mountbatten Hospice staff. They are a tower of strength in coping with the physical and emotional challenges of caring for a loved one in the most difficult circumstances.” Two riders in the team, PC Jon Lansley and PC Tony Flatman from Hampshire Constabulary’s Roads Policing Unit in Portsmouth, raised money for BASICS Hampshire. One of the charity’s doctors helped fellow Roads Policing Officer PC Nick Oliver at the scene of a traffic collision where he received serious injuries earlier this year.
In Hampshire, specially trained emergency doctors get to every critically ill or injured patient they can, bringing the hospital to you, in the critical minutes before you reach A & E. Because they’re volunteers they can only do it when they’re not doing their normal job. PC Tony Flatman said: “We appreciate how much we all owe this charity after what happened to Nick Oliver in June. The response of Doctor Rob Dawes from BASICS made a crucial difference to Nick’s critical situation. Please dig deep and support us.” There’s still time to make a donation by visiting the following websites: www.justgiving. com:80/IOWBobbieson bikes2010, or www. justgiving.com/ Tony-Flatman.
PC Tony Flatman and PC Jon Lansley outside Cowes police station
GENERATOR STOLEN ...AND MOUNTAIN BIKE IN FRESHWATER... GOES MISSING IN COWES
A GENERATOR has been stolen from a building site in Freshwater. Island police are making enquiries into the theft of the generator (pictured), which is alleged to have happened between 5pm on Wednesday, October 13 and 7.50am on Thursday, October 14. Investigating officer PC Tim Campany from the West Wight Safer Neighbourhoods team said: “The generator was padlocked behind a hut on the building site on Colwell Road in Freshwater. We believe at least two people
were involved in the theft publishing a picture of the because of the generator’s generator to help find this weight, and the valuable equipment and the thieves responsible as soon as possible.” The generator is bright yellow in colour; manufactured by Evopower and carries the model number SDG6500SS. Its serial number is 1003901686. Four empty five-gallon white-coloured drums for storing fuel were also reported stolen. bumpy, Anyone with information m u d d y is asked to contact PC Tim ground on the building site. “Forensic enquiries are Campany at Yarmouth police continuing, and we are station by phoning 101.
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A PICTURE of a distinctive bicycle reported stolen on the Island has been released. The white, blue and black Scott Aspect mountain bike
was taken from outside a house on Shore Road in Gurnard near Cowes. A chain, which was securing the bike to the house, was
also reported stolen. Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Mark Thomas at Cowes police station by phoning 101.
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ISLANDERS HONOURED AT AWARDS CEREMONY
SUCCESS AND achievement was celebrated at the Lord-Lieutenant’s Annual Awards Evening this week. Taking place at the Royal Yacht Squadron in Cowes, Major General Martin White CB CBE JP presented a number of awards recognising a diverse range of achievements from individuals and groups from the Island.
Lord-Lieutenant Martin White
An wards was also be presented by the Island’s High Sheriff Peter Kingston and Chairman of the Isle of Wight Council, Ian Stephens. Four new Lord-Lieutenant’s cadets were inaugurated at the awards evening. Scout Cadet Edward Gray, Leading Cadet Harry Gallaher from Cowes Sea Cadets, Cadet Flight Sergeant Antony Lillington and Cadet Staff Sergeant Thomas White of Cowes Combined Cadet Force. The cadets support the Lord-Lieutenant in his duties over a two year period, assisting at major events including Remembrance Sunday and Veterans Day. As well as military awards including the Lord-Lieutenant’s Certificates, SSAFA long service award, Hampshire and IW Territorial Trust award for notable achievement and award for
40 years service to combined services entertainment, a number of public service and community awards will be presented by the Prison Service, Hampshire and IW Constabulary and the British Red Cross. New for this year is the Island Ability Awards which celebrates disability diversity on the Isle of Wight. Organised in partnership with the Southern Housing Group, Local Involvement Networks (LINKs) and the Isle of Wight Council, awards to be presented include the public sector business award, young person’s award and social inclusion award. Lord-Lieutenant of the Isle of Wight, Major General Martin White, said: “It is important that we recognise success and celebrate the valuable contribution individuals and groups make to our community.”
Superintendent Norman Mellor, Police Constable Mark O’Sullivan and High Sheriff Peter Kingston
Former Governor IW HMP Barry Greenberry with Mr Christopher Hazelgrove THE IMPERIAL SERVICE MEDAL was awarded to Former Senior Officer Chris Hazelgrove who recently retired from a public service career spanning over 32 years. He completed his initial training at prison service College at Wakefield and was based at HMP Winchester before joining HMP Parkhurst in May 1978. Chris worked as a Prison Officer at Parkhurst when it
was a high security prison with a reputation for housing some of the most notorious and difficult prisoners in the country. He earned the respect of colleagues and managers for his skill in handling these prisoners whilst remaining calm and unruffled. His promotion to Senior Officer in March 1992 was well received and he took up post at Camp Hill where he served steadfastly as a
Residential Senior Officer before taking up the baton in the Detail Office just prior to his retirement. Senior Officer Hazelgrove is respected and liked by staff and prisoners. He was a credit to the Prison Service throughout his career, and will be remembered by everyone working and residing in HMP Isle of Wight for his steadiness in times of trouble and his humour on happier occasions.
PC MARK O’SULLIVAN received a Lord Lieutenant’s award in recognition of over 30 years of exemplary service to the people of the Isle of Wight and Hampshire. Supt Norman Mellors of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police commended PC Sullivan for his sterling work. Supt Mellors said: “PC O’Sullivan has completed over 30 years of service in the Hampshire Constabulary. The majority of this service has been in uniform on frontline patrol duties, most recently in his role within Cowes Safer Neighbourhoods team. “This officer has done anything but slow down at a time when most others would be thinking of quiet retirement and I would like to provide some brief examples of his most significant recent achievements. “In 2009 he was commended for his actions at an incident where he was one of the first officers on the scene and dealt with an extremely traumatic and ultimately fatal fire. This summer, PC O’Sullivan worked with a colleague to
arrest two offenders for street robberies and a burglary, and return them to prison within days of their crime spree beginning. “PC O’Sullivan is proactive and robust in the way he deals with offenders. However, he shows a great compassionate ability to deal with individuals whenever that is appropriate. For example, PC O’Sullivan was approached in the Cowes area by a particular prolific offender who had realised the errors of his ways and decided to apply for regular employment. After learning that this individual had problems with reading and writing, PC O’Sullivan willingly gave assistance and support with the appropriate application forms and C.V. “One final example of PC O’Sullivan’s ability to innovate and support often vulnerable individuals within the community is evident in his work with the Cowes Autism Support Group. It is a fact that young people affected by autism can become involved in crime or anti-social behaviour either as victims
or very occasionally as offenders. “By working closely with these individuals, their parents and health service advisors, PC O’Sullivan has done a great deal of work to assist these individuals and help them cope with some of the challenges of growing up within our local community. This officer has worked hard and long within the Hampshire Constabulary and I know he continues to work in a highly effective manner for his local community in Cowes. “He remains committed as an individual both to his residents and his fellow colleagues, and is still active in training Special Constables locally and assisting younger officers to gain from his experiences. It is my great good fortune as Police Commander on the Isle of Wight that officers of this calibre continue to work within our community. PC Mark O’Sullivan received a Lord Lieutenant’s award in recognition of over 30 years of exemplary service to the people of the Isle of Wight and Hampshire.
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THE LORD-LIEUTENANT’S ANNUAL AW EDWARD GRAY joined Newchurch Scout in 1999. He was a Beaver and Cub, before going on to Scouts in Sandown. They were delighted when Edward returned to Newchurch as a Young
the 1st Leader, working with the Cub Group Pack where he is very popular with everyone. Edward has always been a very interesting and enthusiastic young man, and ready for a challenge. He started to show his application and talents as a Cub, especially in a star role in the Pack’s ‘Commonwealth Capers’ in the Village Show. He worked hard to learn his lines and played his part well, delighting the audience with his performance. Another special memory was when he presented his Warhammer collection for a Cub Badge, demonstrating his knowledge and interest in the subject. Edward continues to show great application and knowledge in things that interest him, and this in turn makes him an interesting person to talk to. He is a good listener, well mannered, intelligent and reliable, and has a good sense of humour.
LEADING CADET HARRY GALLAHER is the Unit’s senior Cadet and has attended every major function and training activity during his Cadetship. Harry has just secured a place at Welbeck College and has passed his AIB and is aiming to become an Engineering Officer within the Royal Navy. Leading Cadet Gallaher was recommended because of his overall commitment towards the Cadet movement and his strong role within the Unit. He can be trusted to look after, lead and teach other Cadets in the Unit from the youngest Junior to Cadets that are even older than himself and is a good inspiration to others. He has helped at major functions and even with visiting royalty at the Unit and can be counted upon to make them feel most welcome and at home. He is a strong supporting asset to the Commanding Officer and
Scout Cadet Edward Gray (1st Newchurch Scout Group) SQUADRON LEADER LIZ MEAD joined the Combined Cadet Force in 1988 as a 2nd Lt. with the Army Section at Shoreham College, Sussex. In 1994 she moved to the Island when her husband retired and for a short time and helped Ryde School CCF. She was appointed Contingent Commander at Cowes High School in 1995. In 2004 she stepped down as Contingent Commander and transferred to run the RAF Section. In 2008 she retired from Cowes High School CCF but has retained h e r
commission and is still a valuable member of the Cadet Movement. She continues to work with mainland Cadet Units as a sailing instructor on RAF Adventure Training camps at Windermere and Cyprus. Having organised many Adventure Training Camps over the years, she finally achieved her dream two years ago, by taking Cowes CCF cadets abroad to Morocco, when they attempted a sponsored climb of Mount Toubkal raising £13,500 for the MS Society in the process.
Squadron Leader Liz Mead (Cowes combined Cadet Force)
can be called upon at very short notice to give that lending hand above and beyond the call of duty. To make other Cadets and staff feel at ease and to act in a professional manner at all times takes a special sort of person and especially at such a young age makes L/C Gallaher a very extraordinary Cadet.
Leading Cadet Harry Gallaher (Cowes Sea Cadets) LT STURDY has served in the Cowes Sea Cadets for 3 years. He took command of this unit in 2009 where he continues to organise and train cadets of all ages to a very high standard. He has embraced the concept and opportunities of Cadet 150 and drew up a varied programme of events throughout the year to celebrate this important anniversary. He has planned and combined with other units to produce some excellent events. His planning is meticulous and done with quiet
confidence. He organised and ran the most successful Cadet 150 Swimming Gala involving many of the Island units, and a large number of cadets. Such a complicated and ambitious event was a triumph of detailed organisation and enjoyed by all who took part. His work has raised the profile of Cadet 150 and inspired new recruits to join. Lt Sturdy is a quietly spoken man who leads by encouraging young people to inspire to the highest standards that they can obtain with great improvements to their self confidence. His efficient organisation has been a shining example to both adult instructors and cadets.
Sub Lieutenant Sam Sturdy (Cowes Sea Cadets)
JILLIE WHEELER and her German Shepherd dog Cassie have raised £38,000 for Island charities.
J i l l i e , suffers from a h e impairment, had picture taken with
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CADET FLT SGT ANTHONY LILLINGTON is the leading cadet in the RAF section and has attended every training activity from weekends to summer camps since he started in February 2005. Anthony is currently studying A-level Maths, Physics and Electronics. Cadet Flt Sgt Lillington was recommended because of his overall commitment towards the Cadet movement. He has shown determination and commitment throughout the years, particularly to the unit. Even though he attends Brockenhurst College, Anthony has shown himself as a dedicated young man who is always willing to go the extra mile to help both the unit and more junior cadets. This year he demonstrated this by assisting in the hill walking and rock climbing on Adventure Training in Dartmoor. Flt Sgt Lillington is a cadet who has shown that he has the ability and determination to succeed which is why he is a good role model to the unit and the cadet force as a whole.
CADET STAFF SERGEANT THOMAS WHITE has shown dedication and commitment to the unit, throughout his time as a Cadet. He has attended every major function and training activity during his Cadetship since starting in February 2005. Tom is presently studying his L3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport (Development, Coaching & Fitness) as well as the L3 CVQO BTEC National Award in Public Services.
Cadet Flight Sergeant Anthony Lillington (Cowes combined Cadet Force) MERITORIOUS SERVICE CERTIFICATE RECIPIENT MRS TINA DAY joined T. S. Osborne as a committee member in 1985 before becoming a Unit Assistant helping with the tuck shop in 1990. In 1994 she took over as the Unit Administration Officer with responsibility for the Unit Stores and the organisation of staff social events. She is also the Liaison Officer with local groups such as the Royal British Legion. Mrs Day, 52, is the true back bone of the Unit. Utterly reliable, she works long hours, often in her own time, to provide support for the Commanding Officer, staff and Cadets of the Unit. She has remained resolutely loyal to the Unit and can always be relied u p o n to give
General Martin White, who congratulated them both on their fantastic fundraising activities.
Cadet Staff Sergeant Thomas White (Cowes combined Cadet Force)
assistance with any activity that is being carried out. She is extremely well liked and respected by everyone, acting as a strong link between the Unit’s Staff, Cadets and most importantly, the Cadets’ parents. She always promotes the Unit widely throughout the local Community and has helped organise many successful fund-raising events during her time. This has been a truly outstanding performance over 25 long and demanding years by a dedicated and committed lady.
Tina Day (TS Osborne Administrative Officer)
Staff Sergeant White has gone the extra mile to help with major functions, sometimes at the last minute and regularly shows his excellent leadership skills by helping junior ranks and officers in the organisation and delivery of the syllabus and training for the Army Section. Every cadet looks up to Tom and his enthusiasm and dedication towards the cadets and staff can easily be seen. His high level of maturity and professionalism, along with his caring ability to always put others first, is what sets him apart from other senior cadets.
MAJOR TIM FULLER has served in C Company Hants & IW ACF for 16 years and has held most of the ranks and jobs as he has progressed through the Company. The Company is made up of small detachments throughout the Island and he now heads a thoroughly sound and fit organisation which maintains high standards for cadets and adult instructors. He took on the challenge of Cadet 150 and from the start, produced many good ideas to enable Island Cadets to celebrate this anniversary. His planning and organisation has been precise and detailed and has enabled all the Cadet Units to join together for a common purpose. He has led by example in every Cadet 150 activity this year and has assisted in any way he could t o
promote this event. Major Fuller has given many years service to the ACF with a dedication and commitment that has been highly impressive. He is a good leader who is not afraid to delegate and gives subordinates their head. His many hours of hard work and his enthusiasm combined with detailed planning, has ensured his cadets and adult instructors have a worthwhile and fulfilling time in the Company.
Major Tim Fuller (C Coy Hants and IWC ACF)
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Presentation of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Territorial Trust Award for Notable Achievement STAFF SERGEANT INSTRUCTOR GRAHAM to many young people on the Island and has made himself available to conduct talks LIGHT has been an enthusiastic and loyal on the ACF at school assemblies, mostly member of ‘C’ Company, the Hampshire on his rest days off work. and Isle of Wight Army Cadet Force for Graham, along with his wife, is the best part of a decade. He currently a Foster carer, giving respite and serves as the Second-in-Command of enduring care to more unfortunate No. 3 Troop, ‘C’ Company at Sandown. youngsters,. Despite the fact that, in He previously worked at No. 5 Troop, addition to all this, Graham Bembridge and No. 7 Troop has had to cope with illness both at Ventnor and Godshill. closer to home, he is never SSI Light works shifts in his grumpy, let alone without civilian job and often gives a smile. His ability and up his time on rest days to resourcefulness on any carry out duties for the occasion, is without benefit of the Cadets. question. SSI Graham In particular he Light represents has been setting exactly the calibre of up First Aid instructor every ACF courses and, as a Commandant needs very accomplished within his County instructor in this organization and is a subject, also worthy recipient of instructs. the 2010 Hampshire Additionally, Territorial Trust SSI Light has been Award for Notable instrumental in promoting Achievement. the ACF, with some success, Staff Sergeant Graham Sidney Light (C Company, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Army Cadet Force, 3 Troop, Sandown
Social Inclusion Award THE HOT GREEN BUS DANCE COMPANY received the Social Inclusion Award for a person or organisation who has worked towards improving a more inclusive environment by creating opportunities for people to participate more fully in Island life. The importance of improving a learner’s confidence, communication, self-esteem, life and employability is at the forefront of the ethos of this group. Each member has a learning and or physical disability which has had to be overcome to enable them to take part in this group. The staff who work with the group have been able to
achieve success through dance and have inspired the learners to develop the skills they need to deliver workshops to others, choreograph their own dances and perform to audiences both across the Island and on the mainland. The group has been successful in attracting funding to buy t-shirts, props and produce leaflets and a banner to promote the group. The group has pulled together as a team to plan and develop in all areas, such as dance production, tour dates, travel arrangements, response to correspondence, choreography and performance. Their tutors are extremely proud of their achievement.
Hot Green Bus Dance Group (Edward Sherfield)
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Presentation of Cadet Forces Medal SGT ALAN WILLIAMS has served in the Ryde Sea Cadets where he was in charge of the Royal Marines Section for 14 years. He has organised and trained young cadets to a very high standard. He has been an excellent ambassador for Cadet 150 helping with the detailed planning of events and joining in with infectious enthusiasm. His planning is meticulous and tasks are quickly and quietly done without fuss. He enjoys military history and has collected and collated a series of photographs, mounted on boards, showing a representative history of the cadet units on the Isle of Wight to celebrate Cadet 150. These he has displayed at various locations round the Island and have caused much interest and favourable comments. This display has
Sergeant Alan Williams (Royal Marines Section, Ryde Sea Cadets)
Lifelong Achievement Award ANGELA GUILLE received the Lifelong achievement award for a person, over the age of 25, who has demonstrated a sustained and extraordinary personal commitment to improving or reshaping the lives of people with a disability. She received an outstanding nomination by over 45 people, and received comments such as: Very caring person, always has time; caring with wise words and understanding; always smiling, caring and easy to talk to; I did not have any
greatly assisted in raising the profile of Cadet 150 and inspiring new recruits to join. Sgt Williams is a quietly spoken man who leads by example and encouragement inspiring cadets to match his immaculate standards. His presence has seen the numbers rise in his unit and their standards continue to improve.
confidence before I met her, I don’t know what I would have done, I really count on her; This person brings so many qualities to our lives, she has changed my life. Angela works hard to support so many people, often in her own time, helping people to grow in confidence and self-esteem, to live more independently and to take a more active part in Island life. Because Angela was unable to attend the award was received on her behalf by Lorraine Scambell.
Angela Guille, collected by Lorraine Scambell
Public Sector Business Award RACHEL JAGGERTHOMAS received the Business / Public Sector Award on behalf of the Isle of Wight College. The award goes to an organisation that has displayed an innovative approach or made a significant contribution in advancing the lives of people with a disability. This organisation has over the last four years pro-actively worked to go above and beyond the public duties required by legislation in its provision, support and inclusion of disabled learners and staff and community members. A key and ongoing goal is to seek and remove barriers to disabled
students, be those physical, social or perceptive in nature, to ensure that disabled members of the community are supported to achieve their potential. The organisation regularly supports local community events to raise awareness of disability issues and in 2010 received royal recognition of its work with people with disabilities, when a recently retired member of staff was awarded an OBE for services to education for people with disabilities. As final proof of the IW College’s success of being nominated and winning this award, the organisation can boast that they have an estimated 92% accessible site for their learners and staff with physical mobility issues.
IW College, collected by Rachel Jagger-Thomas
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Presentation of SSAFA Long Service Certificate
Presentation of Award for 40 years Service to Combined Services Entertainment CHRISTOPHER COX is more known as the Incredible Crisco, an Island based magician and
entertainer, who 2 years ago was given a special 50th anniversary award by the Magic Circle. He has now been recognised for his contribution to CSE (Combined Services Entertainment) which included entertaining the troops in Ireland, during the troubles, Malta, Belize, and he arranged the first christmas party for troops in the Falklands after that war. He has been involved for over 40 years and made around 50 trips. In addition to this voluntary effort, Chris is a social landlord and provides accommodation to vulnerable people on the Isle of Wight.
Mr Christopher Cox
Civic Trust Green Pennant Award (Award to be presented by the Chairman of the Isle of Wight Council) RICHARD PORTER is part of a team, based at the Riverside Centre, that maintains the grounds and tends a nearby allotment. He collected the green pennant award and certificate, together with colleagues Barry Minshull (who is also
secretary of the IW Branch of the Coldstream Guards). Richard has worked at the Centre for several years, and has helped develop the courtyard project, landscape the grounds, and provide a therapeutic environment for all users of the centre.
Mr Richard Porter
MAJOR KINGSTON is a retired royal military policeman and has worked for SSAFA for 13 years. He was one of SSAFA’s most experienced case workers and has been instrumental in helping hundreds of ex-service families on the Isle of Wight. SSAFA, which provides a range of services to the ex-services community ranging from pastoral care to financial assistance, felt it appropriate to acknowledge the huge contribution he has made to so many people over the years.
Major David Kingston
Young Person’s Award JAMES LOOSEMORE was the winner of the Young Person Award, for someone under the age of 25, who has raised awareness and shown outstanding leadership in improving the lives of people with a disability. James is very articulate and determined, working with service providers to give an insight into the barriers to inclusion, with both humour and insight. His determined outlook on life has enabled him to set up his own football team – Isle of Wight Inclusives - now boasting 14 children who have been motivated by his steely determination. Without other young people – guided by their parents – he takes responsibility for risk assessments a n d guidance for the activities that they enjoy as well as seeking funding to provide a sports wheelchair and for adaptations to be made so that other young people are able to take part in activities.
His work has resulted in the production of a DVD which is shown to strategy makers at the council and PCT, which aims to encourage, support and train the growth of local short break providers on the Island. James has had a key involvement in the commissioning panel and process for Aiming High for Disabled Children to which his contribution has been invaluable.
James Loosemore
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The British Red Cross Badge of Honour in recognition of distinguished services to the Red Cross MRS. PETRONEL TURNBULL of Sandown was presented with the prestigious Badge of Honour for Distinguished Service. The award is given ‘in recognition for her exceptional service to the Red Cross, enthusiastically sacrificing her own time as a volunteer to maintain and expand the charity’s training and services to the local community’. Petronel has volunteered for many of the Red Cross’s local services. The Lord Lieutenant Major General Martin White presented the award at an awards’ ceremony, with a citation read by Red Cross president for the Isle of Wight, Dr Charles Mobbs. Petronel said: “It was a great privilege to receive this award. I was very surprised. It meant a great deal to me for recognising the work I have done for the Red Cross. The Red Cross serves a very great purpose in helping people in crisis, to enable them to carry on with their lives.” Remarking on her four decades of service to the Red Cross, Petronel added: “I have been able to keep inspired thanks to the variety of people I have met through the organisation. Wherever I went in the world – from Surrey to the Isle of Wight, from South Africa, to Bahrain or Brazil – I met some amazing people who quietly got on with their good work.” Paul Robinson, Red Cross volunteering manager, said: “We wish to acknowledge the tremendous devoted service to the British Red Cross that Petronel has given over many years in the two counties of Surrey and Isle of Wight. She was greatly valued by all who worked with her and her contribution was felt by volunteers, beneficiaries and staff. We thank her most sincerely.” In her 43 years with the Red Cross, Petronel has served in a variety of roles in both Surrey and on t h e Island
including cadet officer, publicity and appeals officer, district co-ordinator, principles and law officer, branch vice president for Surrey, deputy president, president (both in Surrey and on the Island), chairwoman of the Volunteer’s Council (both in Surrey and on the Island), and community fundraiser. On relocating to live on the Island, where she was born, Petronel became chairwoman of the Volunteer Council, and later the president. She stepped down from these posts in the summer of 2009 after six years of service. In a speech then, Petronel had said: “The role of Isle of Wight Red Cross president has been very enjoyable and varied. I never cease to be amazed at the variety of the work the Red Cross does for the local community and the quality of the volunteers who make it happen.” The Badge of Honour for Distinguished Service is given to Red Cross volunteers and staff for distinguished or exceptional service. The badge is accompanied by a certificate, which is signed by the Chairman of the Board. The recipient should have shown an element of self-sacrifice in time and effort, and should also have demonstrated the ability to initiate innovatory ideas, maintain enthusiasm and expand training and service to the community. The British Red Cross provides a whole host of valuable services in our local communities, including equipment loan, first aid training and provision, and fire and emergency support.
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Vectis Radio launches a new weekday evening show line up
It’s been a fantastic couple of weeks and the listening figures are at the highest level since we started broadcasting in January of this year. The station has done it’s first ever outside broadcast, we have secured the services of Ghetto Graphics to make our window stickers and this coming week we are launching the All New Live weekday evening shows, so in these dark times of financial worry, Vectis Radio are very much going from strength to strength.
The Alternative Show
The Alternative Show is for those who want to hear their favourite bands ranging from Blink-182 to the dark days of Johnny Cash, The Cure, and even show off your own talent! Sound good? It is! Check me out, Tel Santos, I am island born and bred. Monday Nights 7pm-10pm. Only on Vectis Radio.
Marko’s Mod Magic
Marko likes all music but especially the Mod sound which was fresh, stylish and virtually only got played in the clubs and on the juke boxes of certain pubs and cafe’s. Retired firefighter.. many memories.. from horse up a tree (its not always cats) to multiple rescues. If you were a mod, still are, or just like the classic style movement sounds then tune in every Thursday evening 7-10pm and catch Marko’s Mod Magic..Not Arf!!!
Chris Dupre
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Tramp in the Shed
The Tramp in the shed made his name on the afternoon show and now hosts his own show playing all sorts of dance tunes from the last 20 years, whilst interacting with listeners from all over the world via facebook and twitter.
Funk, Rock & Soul
Funk, Rock and Soul on a Wednesday with ‘Goldpipes’, a well known Island character, playing his favourite music blended with his own unique personality and a voice that has been compared to Barry White along with his waistline. Wednesdays from 7-10.
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Macca’s Moan I could moan for England at the moment! On a national point, I am fed up with being threatened every day by this government’s spending cuts and spending review. I don’t know about you, but I am terrified of going to bed some nights because I swear
one day we’ll all wake up to find that they’re going to charge us for the air we breathe. When are we as a nation going to stand up and say no! instead of being dictated to? It’s been rumoured that Glastonbury may be cancelled because of a shortage of
porta-loos, owing to our shoestring Olympic Games using them. There is a massive opportunity here for someone to go into the porta-loo industry - they’ve got to come from somewhere....why not the Isle of Wight? Failing that lay off the prunes! Ian Mac
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YOUNGSTERS GET FEE A GROUP of ten Junior Wardens from Pan have completed a four-day training course at Ryde Community Fire Station. The LIFE programme was run in conjunction with the Pan neighbourhood partnership, and was designed to help the teenagers boost their self-confidence, discipline and teamwork skills by putting them through a basic fire-fighter training programme. To mark the end of the course participants were put through their paces by course tutor Martin Poynter with a public display in front of IW Fire chief Paul Street, local councillor Geoff Lumley, and friends and family, when they showed off their new found skills
at Ryde Fire Station in Nicholson Road. Cheered on by the crowd, the ‘crews’ took part in a hose exercise before fighting an artificial fire in the station’s purpose-built training facility. While some of the group doused the building with water, others climbed a ladder to rescue a fire fighter posing as the big bad wolf in distress. On completing the course the teenagers received basic qualifications in fire fighting and a written record of what they had learned. IW Fire Service Chief Paul Street praised the scheme. He said: “The fire service has got a lot to offer young people in terms of giving them structure, teaching
them about work ethic and giving them discipline, things the fire service do on a day to day basis. “Many of the students who complete a LIFE course are keen to do it all again, but unfortunately for them this is a once in a lifetime experience.” Community Safety Manager Geoff Wall added: “The LIFE courses are run by off duty fire-fighters who come in and work with the young people. This is the ninth course we have run, and so far over 100 teenagers have benefited from it. The course embraces many fire service activities including, hose running, ladder climbing, community home fire safe visits and basic first aid.”
Firefighter Simon Rann
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KIM ROSCOE has ten young Junior Wardens at Pan and they meet on a Thursday at the school. On the Life Project she saw the youngsters overcome their fears to climb ladders – some of them had never been up one before. “I saw them grow and it was fabulous,” she said. “They worked really well. Libby didn’t want to go up the ladder and was absolutely petrified, and she went up and it was amazing for her. “We were stitched up,” she laughed. “The firemen tied a knot in our hose.” “Everyone said, “I can’t do this, I can’t do that,” and now they’ve gone into school really proud
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of what they’ve done.” All of the children attend Downside apart from one of the mentors who attends Medina High. “I think it should expand, I think it’s a really good thing to do,” said Kim of the Life Course. “We’re self funding and we raise a little bit of sponsorship and my money is paid by the Pan Neighbourhood Partnership. The Life Course was funded by Grassroots. “The kids are the only Junior Wardens on the Island and it just boosts them. “The most memorable thing on the course was climbing the ladders
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and the most emotional for me was the passing out parade. “I couldn’t let them see my dread when I went up the ladder – my legs turned to jelly. I had to conquer my fear of heights to show them that we could do it. “I would love to do it again and I know the girls and one boy would love to do it again too. We’re hoping to recruit more boys. “With Pan Wardens we do litter picking, we’ve done environmental audits and stream dipping for bugs – we’ve found some rare ones. And I’m doing first aid with them soon. It’s all down to funding.”
Martin Poynter
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DRASTIC CUTS HIT OAPS WEDNESDAY’S central government announcement about of the drastic cuts that are to be made in all areas of public spending were relatively kind to current pensioners, but there was a sting in the tail. Men and women will gradually have their pension age increased to 66 by 2010, a one year extension for men but a massive six year increase for women – in one foul swoop the coalition is likely to have lost the votes of tens of thousands of female
voters. But it is the shake up in social service funding and provision that is already hitting care providers on the Island. The elderly, disabled and infirm will now have their own personal budgets to pick and choose their own care providers and services. Things are not what they were within care homes, was the feeling of one care home business manager. “The amount regulations from the CQC that we have to comply with is mind blowing,” he said.
“And the talk of providing care in people’s homes is condemning older people to being home alone with visits only two or three times a day. “If I went to stay in a Premier Inn it’s about £65 per night, say £450 per week, and you don’t get fed or get carers and you don’t get nursed. And yet Social Services want to give us less than £400 per week. “It’s staggeringly stupid of the Government to insist upon this – small care homes will not survive.”
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KEITH’S QUAY ART DATE THIS SATURDAY (October 23) Keith James will perform The Great Canadian Songbook at Quay Arts, paying homage to music greats such as Joni Mitchell, Neil Young and Leonard Cohen. Keith says: “It was around 40 years ago that I became drawn to these three wonderful songwriters, unaware at the time that
each of them are Canadian. “I am still in awe of their profound contribution and of all the dots that they have joined up in the lives of millions of us across the world. “Their music forms the backdrop to all of the joy, hope and anxiety that we have lived through in recent times. Now somehow locked in time,
these are songs that expose such personal and global fragility that they continue to embrace us as if they were our mothers’ arms”. This bio-documentary on the life and music of Joni Mitchell will be followed by Keith’s intimate and deeply personal take on the rich tapestry of their lives and music. Keith added: “Also
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included are some rare and never transcribed poetry by both Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen that I have, with great pain and respect, set to music.” For more on Keith James or to listen to his music visit: www.keith-james. com. Call the Quay Arts Box Office on 822490 for tickets, priced £10/£9 concessions.
OPERA TREAT IS COMING TO CINEWORLD CINEWORLD has loads of great ways to entertain the kids this half term, but there’s also a real treat for adults too – a live opera from New York’s iconic Metropolitan Opera House. For the kids why not strap on your 3D glasses and enjoy some of the cutting edge digital technology. You could check out the world’s greatest super-villain in the hilarious new animated 3D comedy Despicable Me; watch two mismatched wolves embark on an incredible expedition in animated 3D family adventure Alpha and Omega 3D; or follow Soren, a barn owl who must embark on the journey of a lifetime to save the owl
kingdoms in animated 3D fantasy adventure Legends of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole 3D. There’s also still time to catch Toy Story 3D. Old friends and new faces feature as Andy’s toys find themselves in a brand new home Alternatively, in Ramona and Beezus the adventures of an extraordinary young girl are brought to life in this heart-warming tale based on the much-loved ‘Ramona’ stories by Beverly Cleary. Finally, at just £1 for child and adult alike, Movies for Juniors gives parents the chance to enjoy the best kid’s films of recent weeks with all the family every Saturday morning. Each
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cinema offers three films on a Saturday morning, this week’s are: Tooth Fairy, Race to Witch Mountain and Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs. But for a more sophisticated evening of opera, Cineworld has a live screening of Mussorgsky’s Boris Godunov, from which will be shown tomorrow, October 23, at 5pm. The epic tale of the legendary 17th Century ruler of Russia in operatic form will last for a total of 300 minutes (including interval). Tickets cost £12 for adults and £10 for concessions. The next live-screened opera performance at Cineworld will be Donizetti’s Don Pasquale, on November 13.
A COPY OF RUSSELL BRAND’S NEW BOOK ’BOOKY WOOKY 2’
AND FOR the second installment of Russell Brand’s corner we have a copy of the second part of his autobiography ‘Booky Book 2’ to give away! More copies to win will follow in further issues of the paper in the run up to Christmas. But you do
follow in our next issue, but for a quick look at some of the photos that appear in it go to www.russellbrand.tv and to enter the competition to win his book can you answer the question:
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“What word does Russell use to describe Noel Gallagher in Booky Wook 2 and why has Noel taken offence at the use of this word?” You will need to visit the website to find out the
answer. Remember to pick up the next issue of the IW Gazette on November 5 for another chance to win Booky Wook 2 and a new question to answer.
Question: What word does Russell use to describe Noel Gallagher in Booky Wook 2 and why has Noel taken offence at the use of this word?” Answer: Name: Address: Tel no: need the entry form to send in with your answer, so make sure you pick up your Gazette. Here is Russ signing his books at a recent bookshop promo – I wonder if
we could get him down here to do one? Perhaps if enough of you send a request to Harper Collins his publishers they might arrange one? A review of the book will
E-mail: The prize will be awarded to the first correct entry opened after Friday November 5, 2010. Terms and conditions apply. Employees and their immediate families of and The Gazette are not allowed to enter. The editor’s decision is final. No correspondence will be entered into.
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HARRY HELPS TO SAVE THEATRE WANT A fun night out for all the family, or maybe a trip down memory lane or just an evening of good music and entertainment? Well in that case Harry Darby is your man. Harry has set up home in Shanklin and with a view to helping the ailing Shanklin Theatre get back into the swing of things he’s been bringing some great acts to the lovely Victorian theatre. First out of Harry’s stable of dates was the Players Theatre, the very same Player’s Theatre who used to record The Good Old Days for television from the late fifties until the mid eighties. A very
popular evening enjoyed by all and receiving rave reviews – including one from Vanessa Churchman in our own pages. Next up are the Drifters on November 17 – as advertised in The Gazette. A chance to catch all of their wonderful numbers such as ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘’Up on the Roof and Kissin’ in the Back Row of the Movies’, with the genuine Drifters. And Harry has lots more exciting evenings planned for next year with Essence of Ireland (a Riverdance style troupe), brass at its best with the Grimethorpe Colliery Band, The velvet voices of The Cwmbran male
COURSES TO GET ONLINE RECENT COMMONWEALTH Games Silver medallist Richard Wilson will be at the Riverside Centre today (Friday October 22) to help launch the new range of ‘My Guide’ Courses. As part of their celebration of ‘Get On Line’ week Riverside Centre will launch the courses at 2.15pm with Newport Mayor Peter Whiteman and Richard Wilson doing the honours. ‘My Guide’ Courses include learning to use a mouse and keyboard, and how to access the internet and send emails, as well as how to access literacy and numeracy courses. Commonwealth Games Silver Medallist Richard Wilson will be attending the event in his Silver Medal Winning Kit and has promised to bring his medal along for the event. Riverside IT co-ordinator Fraser McDermott said, “The Centre has a State of the Art computer facility, is an accredited UK Online Centre and has qualified tutors, and the My Guide Courses will enable more people to access IT opportunities in a user friendly and affordable way.” The Centre, which won the National Next Generation Learning Award earlier this year, plans a series of similar events, providing taster sessions, and enabling people to participate in courses and activities that enhance and enrich their lives. Fraser concluded: “Silver Surfing is just one of the activities on offer, its about people having fun learning the fundamentals, and we are delighted the Mayor and Richard are able to attend.”
voice choir and toe tapping with Terry Lightfoot and his Jazzmen. Four Poofs and Piano, newly released from the Jonathan Ross show, are dropping in to entertain in the New Year as is the Glen Miller Band – obviously without the great man himself but still able to swing your socks off. We will be featuring an eight-page pullout of all the acts coming to Shanklin Theatre via Harry Darby Media in one of our November issues, and he’s also hoping to bring a few good crowd pullers to Ventnor Winter Gardens too. Watch this space!
‘BEST IS YET TO COME’
MY LIFE has changed since I began taking Maggie Currie’s advice. It all started about a month ago when she suggested, on Facebook, that I say, “I have everything I need to be a success,” five times. Bizarrely I tried it. Now saying this five times is actually quite difficult. The first time it sounds daft, the second time it sounds silly and so I put on a silly voice for the third time. But by the fourth time I had a little bit of conviction in my voice and by the fifth time I almost believed it. Then things began to change – and most of them for the better. And then her book appeared in the office for us to review. I find reading self-help books very difficult. Most of the advice seems just like common sense and I think, “I knew that anyway,” when I read them in my arrogant fashion. But Maggie’s theories in ‘What You Believe Creates Your
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Reality’ struck a chord – particularly the advice in Chapter 4 ‘How to Challenge Your Limiting Beliefs.’ For example page 30: “You deserve it – “before you can attract something new, you will need to shift our perception of yourself and your beliefs about deserving to have it.” For many years I had believed that I didn’t deserve the beautiful house where I live and because of this I didn’t enjoy living in it. I saw only the negatives and gradually these increased – the roof that I couldn’t seem to get fixed, the leaking wall at the back, and then the appliances began to break…When anyone remarked on what a wonderful house it was I would say “yes but…” and point out that it was hard to keep clean or it had a crack or something else
that was wrong with it. Basically I was manifesting the belief I had that I was not worthy – I did not deserve to live in the house, and I hadn’t looked after it either, so I was doubly unworthy. Therefore the house was diminishing on a daily basis both through my eyes and in reality. Upon reading Maggie’s book I realised what I was doing and I have been able to change my perception of the house and myself. I now believe I deserve to live in the house because I work hard doing a job that benefits other people. And since I began to believe this so have other people too. After our last issue I had three emails saying now pleased people were with what I had done for them that week – amazing! I now believe that I can make a difference. This issue I have continued in that vein and I am finding a lot more job satisfaction
because of this. I’ve also encountered some opposition, but that’s the nature of the job. “If you like eggs, you’ve got to put up with the chickens,”’ as that famous closing line in Annie Hall goes. I’ve done some work to the house and it looks much nicer and feels more like home. I am beginning to appreciate living in her, and I’m finding something I can do to improve her every day, instead of finding
faults. I have changed my reality, hopefully permanently. So here’s the task for those of you who would like to win a copy of Maggie’s book. Write or email into The Gazette and tell me why you need this book – what mess is your life in and how do you think that reading this book will help you to sort it out? The best entry wins the book. Simple. More from Maggie’s book next issue.
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SPOOKTACULAR TIME EXPECTED ON ISLAND
THE BEWITCHING EVE approaches and everyone is getting ready for a spooky experience for Halloween next weekend. Halloween has roots in the Celtic festival of Samhain and the Christian holiday All Saints’ Day, on November 1, but is today largely a secular celebration. The Irish name Samhain is derived from Old Irish and means roughly ‘summer’s end’. A harvest festival with ancient roots in Celtic polytheism, it was linked to festivals held around the same time in other Celtic cultures, and continued to be celebrated in late medieval times. Due to its date it became associated with the Christian festival All Saints’ Day, and greatly influenced modern celebration of Halloween. Trick or treating, the activity that has become best known on Halloween eve, was probably an import from America where children have been terrorizing t h e i r neighbours with threats of flour bombing o r
water drenching for decades. The practice infiltrated into the British culture during the late 1970s and 80s, not without its critics. Older people were reported to have been persecuted by tiny terrors demanding money and sweets by the tabloid press. For this reason it has become more acceptable to just target the homes of those who have agreed to take part. Older revelers have now joined in the celebration of All Hallows Eve with club nights, fancy dress parties, paranormal investigations and spookily themed quiz nights. Fun examples of these are advertised on this page. Twisted House at the Kasbah in Ryde has prizes for the best costume, free entry for those in fancy dress, themed cocktails, magic show and a gothic bellydancer! Ventnor Winter Gardens has
a double whammy of spookiness: Psychobeat – a rave style party night to blow the cobwebs out of your hair on October 29 and Twilite Nite Halloween Party on October 30. If you’re up for an adventure Vectis Investigations Halloween Special is holding a psychic sleuthing evening with meal included at the old fort that surrounds Sandown Zoo. Call the Zoo for further details and to buy tickets. And for a fun quiz night with a twist, it’s all eyes slithering down your cheeks for the Halloween Quiz Night at the Raiders Bar at Planet Ice. NEW for this year Planet Ice are putting on a scare attraction with in our venue, why not come down and test your fright limits! Starts at 7 10pm and is only £1 to enter with all proceeds going towards Children in Need.
The Gazette, Friday, October 22, 2010
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SATURDAY NIGHT AT THE BALCONY
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The Gazette, Friday, October 22, 2010
FIND YOUR WAY BACK TO WORK WITH JOBCENTRE PLUS
PART OF THE DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS JOBBar/Restaurant TITLE Staff LOCATION
Ryde
DESCRIPTION
Must be 18+ as will be serving alcohol unsupervised. Experience in a pub/restaurant background is essential. Duties include serving customers, handling cash, stock replenishment, taking restaurant and bar orders and cellar tasks. The employer has claimed an exception under the Equality Act 2010.
WAGES Wage exceeds national minimum wage. 20-35 hrs per wk, 3-5 days out of 7 between 11am – midnight.
DURATION Permanent
JOB CENTRE PLUS REFERENCE NUMBER. HOW TO APPLY
RFM/6749 - Visit www.direct.gov.uk or call 01983 273747 to speak to an adviser quoting the reference number.
Housekeeper JOB TITLE
LOCATION
Newport
DESCRIPTION
No experience required as full training will be given. Duties to include cleaning rooms, changing the bed linen, and keeping the public areas clean and tidy. There are 2 positions available one full time and the other weekends only.
WAGES Wage meets national minimum wage. 8-20 hours per week 4-5 days over 7 between 9.30am – 2pm.
DURATION Permanent
JOB CENTRE PLUS REFERENCE NUMBER. HOW TO APPLY
NIW/11358- Visit www.direct.gov.uk or call 01983 273747 to speak to an adviser quoting the reference number.
Home Help JOB TITLE
LOCATION
Seaview
DESCRIPTION
Female required to assist elderly lady in domestic setting. Duties to include cooking a meal, cleaning, changing sheets etc and any other duties as required. No personal care involved. Employer flexible re hours of working - 2 hrs required per morning on a Tuesday and Thursday. Exempted vacancy Employment Equality Act (Sex).
WAGES
£6.50 per hr. 4 hrs per week, Tues and Thurs between 9am – 12 noon.
Sales Executive JOB TITLE
LOCATION
Newport
DESCRIPTION
There are a range of excellent opportunities available to suit hard working and target motivated people where meeting target equals financial reward. We offer an attractive basic salary and a competitive bonus and commission structure to motivate and reward staff and high achievers. We encourage a high performance culture in the field with our sales teams responsible for representing the ‘face’ of the Company to the public and promoting the brand.
DURATION Permanent
JOB CENTRE PLUS REFERENCE NUMBER. HOW TO APPLY
RFM/6660 - Visit www.direct.gov.uk or call 01983 273747 to speak to an adviser quoting the reference number.
Cleaner JOB TITLE
LOCATION
Ryde
DESCRIPTION Previous experience is preferred. Duties include cleaning of retail outlet, to include sweeping, vacuuming and all aspects of cleaning as required.
WAGES WAGES Wage meets national minimum wage.
4+ hrs per week. Mon – Sun days and evenings.
DURATION
£11,500 to £17,500 per annum. 40 hours per week.
DURATION Permanent
Permanent
JOB CENTRE PLUS REFERENCE NUMBER. HOW TO APPLY
RFM/6707 - Visit www.direct.gov.uk or call 01983 273747 to speak to an adviser quoting the reference number.
NIW/11409- Visit www.direct.gov.uk or call 01983 273747 to speak to an adviser quoting the reference number.
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The Gazette, Friday, October 22, 2010
Supervisor JOB TITLE
LOCATION
Newport
DESCRIPTION
Part-time Supervisor required for best-selling family publication. Family Favourites Cancer League Healthcare, an excellent booklet for all the family, has already contributed over eleven million pounds to pioneering cancer research and control. Duties will include interview, collection, courier and administration work. This is a part-time vacancy, but openings can arise for advancement to a full-time position. Own transport necessary due to location.
WAGES
Exceeds National Minimum Wage. 5 hours per week Two evenings per week evenings to suit, 6pm-8.30pm.
DURATION Permanent
JOB CENTRE PLUS REFERENCE NUMBER. HOW TO APPLY
NIW/11291 - Visit www.direct.gov.uk or call 01983 273747 to speak to an adviser quoting the reference number.
JOBSoftware TITLEDeveloper LOCATION
Ryde
DESCRIPTION
WAGES
DURATION Permanent
JOB CENTRE PLUS REFERENCE NUMBER. HOW TO APPLY
RFM/6762 - Visit www.direct.gov.uk or call 01983 273747 to speak to an adviser quoting the reference number.
JOBDispensary TITLE Assistant LOCATION
Shanklin
DESCRIPTION
Applicants must have dispensary experience, and be able to work on your own, or as part of a team. Must possess excellent customer service skills. Duties will include dispensing items, using the computer to produce medication labels and order stock, checking and putting away deliveries, answering the telephone, and keeping the dispensary clean and tidy.
WAGES £6 per hr. 16 per week. Tues and Thurs 9am - 6pm.
JOB Retail TITLEAssistant LOCATION
Lake
DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Retail Manager, you will be responsible for meeting and greeting customers on their arrival, building retail quotations and advising customers of their vehicle needs. You will be responsible for ensuring the telephone is answered in a timely and professional manner and giving customers an accurate quote. You must have good selling, customer service and communication skills with a confident telephone manner. Ideally you will have good knowledge of the tyre industry.
WAGES
Wage meets national minimum wage. 8.30am – 5.30pm, Mon – Fri and 8.30am – 5pm alternate Saturdays.
DURATION Permanent
JOB CENTRE PLUS REFERENCE NUMBER. HOW TO APPLY
RFM/6741 - Visit www.direct.gov.uk or call 01983 273747 to speak to an adviser quoting the reference number.
JOBSoftware TITLEDeveloper LOCATION
Ryde
DESCRIPTION
Must have solid previous experience on desktop and web based programming - NET 2.0 Framework ,visual studio, AST. NET, VB.NET. Implement, support and maintain IT systems.
£25,000 to £30,000 per annum. 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm.
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JOB CENTRE PLUS REFERENCE NUMBER. HOW TO APPLY
RFM/6666 - Visit www.direct.gov.uk or call 01983 273747 to speak to an adviser quoting the reference number.
WAGES
DURATION Permanent
JOB CENTRE PLUS REFERENCE NUMBER. HOW TO APPLY
RFM/6761 - Visit www.direct.gov.uk or call 01983 273747 to speak to an adviser quoting the reference number.
Cleaner JOB TITLE
LOCATION
MOT Tester/Mechanic JOB TITLE
LOCATION
Lake
DESCRIPTION
You will be responsible for carrying out Class 4 MOT inspections including repairs on a wide range of vehicles. You must be an approved MOT Tester with VOSA, and preferably hold an NVQ level 3 in a related subject or equivalent. Applicants should have good customer service and IT management skills, be able to work on your own and as part of a team. Experience of the motor trade is beneficial although training will be provided.
Wage meets national minimum wage. WAGES 8.30am – 5.30pm Mon – Fri and 8.30am – 5pm alternate Saturdays.
DURATION
Permanent
JOB CENTRE PLUS REFERENCE NUMBER. HOW TO APPLY
RFM/6740 - Visit www.direct.gov.uk or call 01983 273747 to speak to an adviser quoting the reference number.
Supervisor JOB Care TITLE
LOCATION Bembridge
Reporting to the management team, you will be responsible for the safety and well being of the residents, staff and visitors to the home whilst running the shift. It is essential you have the relevant experience, an NVQ Level 2 in Care and be willing to work towards your NVQ Level 3. Will include sleep-ins.
WAGES
DURATION
£7.57 to £8.58 per hour. Days, Nights and Weekend shifts.
Permanent
JOB CENTRE PLUS REFERENCE NUMBER. HOW TO APPLY
RFM/6751 - Visit www.direct.gov.uk or call 01983 273747 to speak to an adviser quoting the reference number.
LOCATION
DESCRIPTION
Newport
DESCRIPTION
Previous experience is preferred. Duties include cleaning of retail outlet, to include sweeping, vacuuming and all aspects of cleaning as required.
WAGES
JOBS FEATURE
Housekeeper JOB TITLE
Ryde
Wage meets national minimum wage 4+ hrs per week, Mon – Sun days and evenings.
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Must have understanding of desktop and web based programming - NET 2.0 Framework ,visual studio, AST. NET, VB.NET. Implement, support and maintain IT systems. This is a trainee position.
£20,000 to £23,000 per annum. 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm.
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JOB CENTRE PLUS REFERENCE NUMBER. HOW TO APPLY
RFM/6707 - Visit www.direct.gov.uk or call 01983 273747 to speak to an adviser quoting the reference number.
No experience required as full training will be given. Duties to include cleaning rooms, changing the bed linen, and keeping the public areas clean and tidy. There are 2 positions available one full time and the other weekends only.
WAGES
Wage meets national minimum wage 8-20 hours per week 4-5 days over 7 between 9.30am – 2pm.
DURATION Permanent
JOB CENTRE PLUS REFERENCE NUMBER. HOW TO APPLY
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The Gazette, Friday, October 22, 2010
IS THIS A GREEN IDEA?
IS THE PLANNED biomass plant “The Reality Project” at Stag Lane on the Medina the best way forward for the Island? On the website of Real Ventures, the company who have been chosen to build and operate the plant, it states: The “Reality Project” will.... • Produce 66% of IOW Electricity from renewable sources • Create immediate and significant carbon savings 190,000 tonnes CO2 p.a. • Use 100% virgin wood fuel - sourced in IOW, UK and Europe • Import Fuel by river • Through the use of high quality fuel, allow a very
efficient plant design • Aim: To be the most efficient system of its type globally • “Best Available Techniques” applied throughout the design process • Re-use existing industrial site with appropriate remediation • Located at Stag Lane; remediation of old landfill site • Switch on in 2013 as UK electricity supply starts to dwindle • Employ 35 people directly and 100 - 200 people as a result of associated activities The plan seems like a good one – doesn’t ‘biomass’ mean eco friendly? And ‘renewable energy’ is the
new buzz-phrase among the green cognoscenti. The plant will burn a fuel that can be replaced by growing more of it – not by oil or coal or gas,
plant – some fairly well established. The directors of the company, Michael Hammond (Chairman), Ray
“‘Renewable energy’ is the new buzz-phrase among the green cognoscenti.” all three of which are running out – perfect? We can also grow some of the biomass required to fuel the power station on the island, providing still more jobs for Islanders. Indeed there are already a few companies on the Island producing the wood pellets required for burning in the
Tucker (CEO) and John Gallimore (Commercial Director) who are planning to build the plant are all ex wind turbine objectors, having held positions with the group ThWART (The Wight Against Rural Turbines) so presumably they have come up with this alternative idea to solve the problem of
producing power without the necessity to install turbines here on the Island - a system that they oppose. Ironically the site for the planned biomass power station is right next to the new Vestas Research and Development factory on Stag Lane. Vestas recently closed their wind turbine manufacturing plant further down the river in Newport with the loss of more than 500 jobs. The new biomass power station will employ “35 people directly and 100 to 200 as a result of associated activities”. A few people who have concerns about the plant have contacted the Gazette and as a result have begun
Could it look like this? A Biomass plant in Malchin, Germany
an investigation into the pros and cons of such a development. We are hoping to meet with the directors of Real Ventures next week and would appreciate any questions from readers who have something specific to ask about the planned power station. Plans are being submitted to the planning department at the end of this month and it may be useful to open a forum in this newspaper for people to air their concerns and/or support. Please send your questions to jo@iwgazette.co.uk and we will be able to pass them on to the directors early next week.
The Gazette, Friday, October 22, 2010
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VOXPOP ARE IN TUNE!
A GROUP of Islanders form part of VOXPOP, an adult rock and pop choir, which sings chart songs from over the years, and has recently returned from their hugely successful Cornish Tour. They blasted out their powerful sound to an audience at The Atlantic Hotel, Newquay; Town Quay, Fowey and most importantly in the Mediterranean Biome at The Eden Project. The 107 singers from the
three branches of VOXPOP at Southampton, Fareham and Newport, thrilled their audiences with some familiar tunes from the charts ranging from Queens ‘I Want To Break Free’ and ‘Love of my Life’ to ABBA, Frankie Valli, the Carpenters and Blondie. VOXPOP sing chart songs and the choir concept came about from singers taking part in director Alison Eade’s singing for pleasure workshops. No one has
to audition, no one has to read music, no traditional soprano, alto, tenor and bass line-up and singers work with a specially developed training method for them to learn their music. Alison said: “I firmly believe that every child and adult can sing and yet I hear time and time again from people who have suffered years of anguish thinking they cannot sing as a result of some thoughtless remark in childhood.
ANGEL SPREADS WINGS
FANS OF Island-based Angel Radio will now be listening to a much wider choice of music. After long negotiations with OFCOM, the broadcasting regulatory body, Angel have finally been granted permission to remove the date restriction from the music they play and will no longer be forced to play music prior to 1960 only. This means they will be able to include many more of their listeners’ favourite tunes and artists along with some which have not been heard on Angel Radio before. The library already consists of more than 86,000 tracks and will soon hold many more. Angel Radio will still be playing all the favourites but with the addition of many more wonderful tunes and melodies. They will be able to play music from any era as long as it is in keeping with their listeners’ good taste. “We certainly do not wish to become a pop station but it would be nice to be able to play James Last, Bert Kaempfert, Barbra Streisand and some of the wonderful Bert Bacharach arrangements. Up until now
we were not able to play ‘What a Wonderful World’ by Louis Armstrong or ‘My Way’ by Frank Sinatra because they were released in the late ‘60s but now we can,” said Bev Webster, the programme controller and director of Angel Radio. “Ringo Starr is now 70 years old, Paul McCartney is 68 and Mick Jagger is 67. If we cannot play their music we are not playing music for the over 60s. Their original fans will now be in this age group so you can expect to hear the Beatles and the Rolling S t o n e s etc on Angel Radio
alongside all the favourites you love” said Chris, owner-manager of Angel Radio Isle of Wight. Soo Williams, manager of the Community Radio team at OFCOM told Angel Radio: “We have concluded that you do not need to change the key commitments
to broaden your range of music. This wording gives you sufficient flexibility to play music outside the period 1900-1959. As you say you do not intend music from the 1960s to dominate the schedule, your target community continues to be the ‘over 60s’, and this community is requesting the inclusion of some artists and music from the 1960s.” Angel Radio Isle of Wight is the Islands first and only FM community radio station playing music to appeal to listeners o v e r the age of 60. A n g e l R a d i o a l s o broadcasts on Wight Cable and worldwide via the internet. • Angel Radio Isle of Wight broadcasting on 91.50FM, on Wight Cable and via the internet on www.angelradioisleofwight. moonfruit.com.
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POLICE ISSUE WARNING OVER FLARE THEFT
A NUMBER of marine flares have been reported stolen from a boat yard in Newport. A member of the public contacted Island police to say various items had been taken from his boat, which was berthed at Odessa Marine. It’s believed the theft took place sometime between 7.30pm and 10.30pm on Sunday, October 17. The items include various tools and two boxes of marine flares. Sergeant Phil Smith of the Newport Safer Neighbourhoods team said: “The victim has told police the marine flares were out-of-date and could be dangerous in the wrong hands. “Our enquiries are continuing to find the stolen items, but in the meantime, we are warning those responsible for the theft and members of the public not to handle these flares. We are particularly concerned because fireworks night is approaching.” The flares were packed in two plastic boxes; one is yellow in colour, the other is black in colour. Both these boxes were inside a black The choir gives them the chance plastic bag. Anyone with information is to discover they have a voice asked to contact Newport police station by and can sing and when they take phoning 101. part in the singing events it is a thrilling revelation for singers.” VOXPOP have been busy this year helping raise funds for many WE PUBLISHED photographs of the last local charities singing at ‘Race wedding to be held at Northwood House for Life’ and ‘Music in the city’ in our last issue – that of Marie Wiltshire Southampton; ‘Gardeners Day’ to Lee Thomas. These lovely pics should in Fareham; ‘Yaverland Manor’’ have been credited to Andy Norton of and ‘Kings Manor’ Isle of Wight www.nortonphotos.com Apologies for this as well as the Cornish Tour. omission.
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The Gazette, Friday, October 22, 2010
WINTER WONDERLAND
WINTER WEDDINGS are wonderful in their own way. Crisp frosty weather as you awake to a hopefully sunny day, huddling into the warm church and then bundling into awaiting cars to ferry you to your reception destination and lovely warming food and even hot toddies for your wedding breakfast. Many hotels will only accommodate weddings in the summer but others, like the Eastmount Hall Hotel in Shanklin, will only take wedding bookings in the winter months. Because they are full of guests in the summer and don’t want to turn their regular and loyal customers away, the Eastmount have decided to only offer wedding packages when they have the time and space to give them their undivided attention. And the Eastmount can accommodate up to 70 people for a sit down meal at your reception and if pushed can fit 63 people into their 23 bedrooms – although some are in family rooms. As soon as you see it the
reception at another hotel on the Island. Added to this, this friendly family-run hotel has the best views of the Bay area all the way to Culver when the leaves have fallen from the trees. Mingling in the lounge with your guests or on the small dance floor in this room in the evening and you will have the most amazing view of white culver cliff or the twinkling lights of the
honeymoon suite will clinch the deal – a wonderful burgundy and gold themed room with stunning carved wooden four-poster bed and a spa bath with waterfall feature that can be concealed within its own curtained corner of the room. The bride and her mum can even have their last breakfast together in this room overlooking the bay, and the honeymoon couple can then take their first
married breakfast together watching the sunrise over Culver downs. But it is the prices at which you will be really amazed with packages starting at only £500 and rising through a very reasonable table of rates to £5,000 for hire of the whole hotel, wedding breakfast, evening party and bed and breakfast for 55 of your guests. This is truly a superb deal – you might pay £10,000 for just your
Bay area at night. Jill and Julian Page will be your perfect hosts – Jill is happy to help you with any part of your wedding planning and Julian is a superb chef. When you’ve picked the meal for your wedding, and prices start from £12 for three courses, you can come and sample it free of charge. The hotel even has a treatment room for massages and beauty
treatments. The Eastmount Hall Hotel won IW Radio’s People’s People Award for hospitality in 2008, and it’s not hard to see why – they really go out of their way to make sure everything is perfect and are so approachable and welcoming. Their prices are incredibly good value and they will make sure that everything runs as smoothly as clockwork.
The Gazette, Friday, October 22, 2010
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KEEPING WARM THIS WINTER WITH STOVES AND BIO-FUEL LOOKING for an eco friendly way of keeping warm this winter and keeping your carbon footprint down by going local for your supplier, then these companies all have the answers to your needs. Wight Briquettes are produced in Chale by Joanna Richards and made from clean waste wood, mostly shavings and sawdust, from Period and Modern Joinery based at Upper Bramstone Farm as well as Morey’s, the Island joinery company and Rural Ways WoodCraft, a wood working company in Arreton. The waste is put into the briquetter machine’s hopper, then drawn down into the hydraulic press, and emerges as a formed briquette into the bags on the bagging carousel ready for sealing. The natural lignin in the wood binds the material. “I use some energy in the processing hydraulic press and the matter is slightly heated but nothing is extruded and nothing added – it’s very straightforward,” said Joanna. Wherever possible deliveries are combined with other outward goods to save carbon emissions. For more details go to www.wightheat.co.uk Wight Made Diesel (WMD!) recycle
waste Island cooking oil into bio diesel and sell it from their depot at Medina Wharf in Arctic Road, Cowes for only 95p per litre plus VAT. Other companies do collect waste oil on the Island but WMD are the only company licensed to produce bio diesel over here. Support them by giving your waste oil to their
“Cavity wall insulation is a fantastic way to significantly reduce the amount of energy you need to heat your home.” collecting van and by calling into their depot to fill up your vehicle. Or you could arrange to have your business fleet supplied with bio diesel - Bardon Vectis buy all of their bio diesel from WMD. Just phone 282022 to join them. Actrite, the cavity wall and roof insulation company has recently moved from their Sandown premises
to Spithead Business Centre in Lake. There’s no need to go through a scheme or to apply to your energy supplier for these eco friendly solutions to heat loss from your home – Actrite can sort all of this out for you, regardless of your supplier or the size of your home. Actrite is a small Island and family run business offering commercial and domestic insulation. Those over 70 years of age can get these services free of charge and others on benefits, tax credits and disability payments can receive free or reduced rate supply and installation. Around a third of all the heat lost in an un-insulated home is lost through the walls. Cavity wall insulation is a fantastic way to significantly reduce the amount of energy you need to heat your home and could save you around £115 a year on your fuel bills. Insulating your loft could save you around £150 per year on your energy bills if you don’t have any insulation there at the moment. If everyone in the UK topped up their loft insulation to 270mm, around £520m would be saved each year! See www.actrite.co.uk for further details.
WIGHT AND GREEN GIVE A CLEARVIEW
IT IS ALWAYS welcoming to see a real fire, and comforting to know that being a stove it is safer and more efficient than an open fire, but you still want to see the flames, don’t you? This is why the stoves supplied by Wight and Green all stay clear. Their showroom at Sheat Manor Farm is the Isle of Wight’s home for Clearview Stoves; Chesney’s Stoves and now Relax workshop burners. If it’s a classic country stove you are after, nothing beats a Clearview for it’s durably, elegance, build quality and efficiency, not to mention the ‘Clearview’ of the fire. If you have you heart set on something more contemporary then the Chesney’s range is well worth seeing. In the stove showroom in Gatcombe you can see two live displays, see an example of a twinwall flue system as well as many other stoves and products.
Unlike other shops, Wight and Green are always happy for their customers to purchase the stoves on display and save themselves the waiting time for an order. All the flue parts can also be ordered from Wight and Green and installation can be
arranged. From the classic Clearview stove to workshop wood burners, Wight and Green can cater for your stove needs. Pictured is a Chesney’s Alpine in red enamel, see Google maps for directions to the shop or phone-01983 721697.
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PATTER TO BACK SPLATTER
IF YOU WERE thinking of trying paintballing then it’s Sid at ‘Splatter On Paintball’ you need to find because not only has he got three fantastic Paintballing arenas but he’s got the patter to back up the splatter! In fact he’s a very good and confident paint-balling instructor. If you’re not sure what to do after his safety brief then you must have been asleep! “Five years on the Island and I have personally been involved in the sport of Paintball for over 20 years,” he told us. “We have the experience and history in paintball to make any person’s experience very rewarding and you’ll dine out for months on the war stories.” Just like a real op, you meet up at the Hare and Hounds car park at 1000. The group gradually assembles, full of anticipation, and then, when all is clear, the convoy moves off to the site like a metallic snake. Down a long well made track and Sergeant Major Sid parks you up and you step over decaying paintballs from old battles, fought over flags and objectives as you pass the arenas looking awesome in the morning sun. Glory or doom beckons! You are then sent off to the changing room, an old military tent, to don overalls and the upper-body protective vest that makes everyone look like a ninja turtle. The finishing touches of the mask and ammo belt make you ready for action – one safety brief and a quick test on the shooting range and you’re “Good to Go!” Chief Marshall Vicky and
Arena Marshall Sam lead you off for your first game. Sid especially enjoys the look of expectation and trepidation on the customer’s faces at this point, especially if they’re Paintball ‘newbies’ – he knows what’s coming. “We have catered for all sorts here,” said Sid. “We’ve had everyone f r o m
stag and hen parties to football clubs and businesses on a development day.” He laughed as he recalled a battle between Bikers and Swedish girl sailors who were over on a tall ship. The Swedes turned up and asked young Sam to show them the changing tent and the poor boy stood shaking as the girls stripped off completely in front of him.
“Then the Swedes went out and completely destroyed the Bikers, but I don’t think they minded,” laughed Sid. “Lots of people come here quite stressed out, but after three or four hours of Paintball come away calm and smiling,” emphasized ex TA soldier Sid. “People take different things away with them: it builds confidence, is exciting, gives a great adrenaline rush and is character building – overall the best fun the Island has to offer.” Sid and his wife Val also use the business to raise money for ‘Help For Heroes’ as they donate £1 from everyone’s rental to the charity, but on October 30 they are having a ‘Ladies Day’ to raise money for the Breast Cancer Appeal. So come on girls! Splatter On Paintball also holds the ‘Isle of Wight Pub Paintball Championships’ – a team from the St Boniface Arms in Ventnor won it this time. They are also holding the largest paintball battle the Island has ever seen. “The Battle of Duxmore will be huge,” continued Sid. “A hundred paintballers split into West and East Wight armies. Fifty per side battling for objectives around the fields and woods at Duxmore (60 acres). All Islanders are welcome – you’ve probably seen the posters dotted around the Island. Places are going quickly so hurry up if you want to book your place.”
It costs £65 for this battle and paintball soldiers will get 500 paintballs, two paint grenades, all the equipment, lunch and, if that’s not enough, a unique commemorative mug. He also has a paintball league up and running, so for more info call him on 07891552238. “We don’t play at Paintball, we are Paintball on the Island,” is Sid’s motto as well as “Pain is Fleeting, Pride is Forever.”
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The Gazette, Friday, October 22, 2010
MALKI RACES HOME IN RYDE ROAD RUN
THUNDER HIT SIX
WITH THEIR first two games won in convincing fashion the IW Ice Hockey U-16 Thunder team travelled to Peterborough full of confidence. The first period was very scrappy, but after shaking off the lethargy of such a long journey, the players began to take a hold of the game. The first goal came with just a minute left of the first period when Archie Bicknell used his strength to beat one player and then fire home. The early exchanges in the second period went all the IW way and they soon found themselves doubling the
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lead when Aidan Doughty scored assisted by Andrew McCloskey. The game was all but over when within four minutes the Thunder added another two once again by Doughty and Bicknell. The third period allowed coach Scovell to give the third and fourth lines plenty of ice time and it was good to see the rookie players and under 14 players who were playing up really get stuck in and show some great grit and determination. This was highlighted when Oliver Bennett scored his first ever goal for the club with a peach of a shot.
There was still time for one more goal, and this was scored by the hard working Sean Molloy after some good work by Jordan Jacobs. The final score of 6-0 was a good result for the Thunder and even though they were not as fluent or as clinical as in previous games they still managed to grind out a good road trip win. Man of the match : Aaron Craft. Spirit of the game : Lee Tyers. Points: Aidan Doughty 2+0, Archie Bicknell 2+0, Oliver Bennett 1+0, Sean Molloy 1+0, Andrew McCloskey 0+1, Jordan Jacobs 0+1.
RYDE HARRIERS were out in force when 23 members competed in the club’s Winter Series of Nominated time road race events, with a five-mile evening race. The winner was Malki Bibliowicz-Gottlieb, with a nominated time of 45.00 and finishing in 45.04, just four seconds outside of her nomination. In second place was Sarah Kavanagh, with a nominated time of 41.00, and finishing in 40.50, just five seconds inside her nominated time. In third place were John Randells and Karen Collett, both with nominated times of 48.00 and both finishing in 47.51, nine seconds inside their nominations. Fastest lady Harrier on the night was Mary Norman in 40.50. Fastest men’s Harriers were Rod Parker and Tom Blackwell, who both recorded the same time of 34.44. Official timekeeping was conducted by Ceri Lewis and Paul Charlton-Smith. The Harriers’ Winter series of nominated time events continued with a 10Km
timed event. Again 23 Ryde Harriers turned out for this race, with the winner, Mary Norman finishing in 45.04, having nominated a time of 45.00, just four seconds outside. In second place was Peter White, with a nominated time of 48.48, and finishing in 48.54. six seconds outside his nomination. Mandy Womack was third, with a nominated time of 45.15, and finishing in 45.05, ten seconds inside her nomination. Fastest men’s Harrier was Rod Parker who completed the 10Km course distance in
39.53. Fastest Lady Harrier was Mary Norman in 45.04. Official timekeeping was conducted by Ceri Lewis and Paul Charlton-Smith. The next Ryde Harrier event is on Tuesday (Oct 26th) which will be an eight-mile Nominated timed Road Race, commencing from the Ryde Harriers HQ. at the Headquarters of the Ryde Rowing Club, at 7.30pm. Visiting runners to the Island and guest runners are welcome to join in with Ryde Harriers Tuesday evening club events.
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TOP MAN KEVIN VECTIS UNDER 12s SET FOR ISLAND BRAVE IN DEFEAT VECTIS under-12s played Overton at the ‘Trojans Festival’ in Southampton, losing narrowly despite a spirited fight.. Vectis went behind to an early try in the first half, but a neat interception by James White led to him scoring the equaliser just before half
THE NEXT seminar to be held at Isle of Wight Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy on December 4 will be a gi BJJ workshop run by one of this country’s top BJJ competitors Kevin Cappel. Kevin who is currently a Brown Belt under Roger Gracie is the head coach of Roger Gracie Academy Buckinghamshire (www.rgaa.co.uk). Some of his competitive accomplishments include:
Purple Belt; British Northern open BJJ champion; British Southern open BJJ champion; Masters and Seniors World Championship Silver Medallist; European Championship Silver Medallist. Brown Belt: No gi British Championship Silver Medallist; European Championship Silver Medallist Kevin’s other accomplishments include a black belt in Judo, Jeet Kune Do
time. Despite strong pressure from Vectis in the second half, with forwards man of the match Luke Henaghan, leading by example with his fine tackling and backs man of the match Sam Brading, standing in at scrum half, Vectis conceded a try in the
last minute of the match to lose 10pts to 5pts. The new boys in the team Sam Mabey, Sam Morton and Tim Hill, who were playing in their first competitive match, gave promising performances which bodes well for the future of this age group.
instructor and a former professional MMA fighter. He will be teaching the techniques and principles that he uses in his game plan that have made him so successful in competition. The seminar will be held on Saturday December 4 at Shanklin Youth & Community Centre. For more information please ring Martin Dell on 07791 987 412 or check out www.iowbjj. co.uk.
VENTNOR SLICK WILDCATS ARE FINDING THEIR CLAWS ACE JACK IS A WINNER
FOLLOWING his recent hard fought win at the Newport tournament, Ventnor Boxing Club junior featherweight Jack Parkes was matched against the willing Harry Pearce from the Jubilee Club, Reading at the Tichfield ABC Open event. The contest opened with Parkes taking the initiative, keeping his opponent on the back foot and easily winning the first round. This pattern continued in the second and although he tired in the third, Parkes was a clear winner. The Ventnor club trains three nights a week, and for more info contact Darren Green on 01983 852749 or 07855 444519. In the Hants & IW Round of the National Novice Championships,
supporting bouts, Ryde light heavy weight Steve Hasler received a bye to the Class A final where he was matched against Lewis Templeton representing the Sweat Science Boxing Academy. From the outset both boxers started at a very fast rate with Templeton just about winning the first round, while Hasler tried very hard to contain his opponent, he was unable to redress the balance and lost by a clear margin. Hasler underperformed to his ability in a contest he should have won easily, but he will come again. Training at the Ryde Club takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, for more info contact Tom Dilsworth on 01983 567655.
HARD WORK and perseverance appears to be paying off for the Isle of Wight under-18 ice hockey team – known as the Wildcats. Only a few weeks ago the team were in desperate trouble with virtually no players, because several had left the junior system and a couple chose to swap their allegiance and transfer to local rivals Gosport. But now, after loads of work behind the scenes to recruit players, coupled with huge effort and commitment from the players within the club a team was assembled. Earlier this month all the effort was highlighted as the 12 players who made up the Wildcats team assembled at the rink for the biggest game of the season – against Gosport – and the 100-plus crowd
enjoyed a cracker. After just seven minutes Aidan Doughty broke through centre ice and placed a well timed shot past former Isle of Wight netminder Elliott Powell which sent the crowd and players into hysterics. Almost before the place could settle down the Wildcats were in the ascendency once more. Daniel Bennett found Doughty once again in centre ice and for the second time in just under a minute he placed a shot past the keeper, for a two-goal lead in the opening period. The period break gave coach Herbert a chance to compose his troops knowing the visitors would come out in the second period with all guns blazing. The second period was more even with Gosport edging the early
exchanges, but Dan Weller was proving to be a rock in the goal. The rear guard of the Wildcats was penetrated after 24 minutes when a scramble in front of the goal allowed Milner to score for the visitors. This obviously gave Gosport some added belief, but the Wildcats had other things on their minds and were not in a charitable mood. After 35 minutes an early nail was placed in Gosports coffin when Jordan Ricketts used his strength and skill to waltz past the Gosport defence and placed a pass to Dan Bennett who slotted the puck home with comparative ease. A lack of discipline from Wildcats gifted Gosport a five on three power play for well over a minute, but they held strong to kill the penalty and see
out the period with a 3-1 advantage. With a new netminder between the pipes for the visitors in the final period, the Wildcats wanted to test him early. This is exactly what they did when after just one minute of the period Doughty broke free and placed a backhanded shot past the keeper to almost put the game to bed. There was however time for one more goal. Just two minutes later Ben ThomasHart peeled away from his defender to find himself in open space in front of goal to receive a pass from Doughty and place it into the bottom right corner for a5-1 success. Points: Aidan Doughty 3+1, Daniel Bennett 1+1, Ben Thomas-Hart 1+0, Jordan Ricketts 0+1 Man of match: Ben Thomas-Hart. Spirit of the game: Dan Bennett.
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JEWELS BEGIN TO SPARKLE
SHANKLIN HIT A BAKER’S DOZEN! Shanklin 13 Downside 0
BEN GLANVILLE’S spectacular goal from 35 yards was one of the highlights of an exciting under-11s match, along with the surging runs from Shanklin’s man of the match Ade Fashina who netted an excellent hat-trick. Cody Chapman and Josh Dennes also scored a hat-trick each, Adam Davis scored two clinical goals and Conor Burton scored with a fantastic finish. It proved a great team performance from Shanklin, but the Downside team never gave up and stayed committed throughout.
ISLAND SKATERS HOPING TO TAKE NATIONAL TITLES
THE THREE synchronised skating teams from the Island will be travelling to Sheffield to compete in the British and National Synchronised Skating Championships at the end of November. A Skating Gala is to be held on Wednesday October 27 from 6pm to 7pm, and Planet Ice, Ryde, to help fund the travel to Sheffield. Entrance is £2.50. Planet Ice have kindly donated the ice time to allow all monies raised on the door to go straight to the teams. The skaters are consistently trying to help themselves and their teams by different forms of fund raising including sponsored jog, bag packing, carol singing and coffee mornings. The club and parents are very supportive but to be able to perform and raise money is great for our teams as performance is a major part of ice skating. Wight Jewels are a Junior standard team from 12 to 18 years compete at a high standard of Synchronised skating. Nationally the girls haven’t been beaten ever at junior level. They will be trying to retain their British title in Sheffield. Wight Crystals are a Juvenile standard team 8 to 12 years, and will be trying to regain their British title in Sheffield as were narrowly beaten in February by Nottingham. The Crystals also have International success with Gold and Silver medals in Switzerland events over the past two seasons. Wight Gems are a preliminary standard team, and a mixed team of standards and ages. They have only been together for one season and the girls moved from fourth in Sk8Scotland to second at last year’s British Synchronised Skating Competition.
KYRAN BRACKEN, the 2007 winner of the popular TV series Dancing on Ice has agreed to become the patron of the Isle of Wight Ice Dance and Figure Skating Club. Having visited the Island last month with his Ice Dance Champions show, Kyran, a former England rugby union star, was so impressed with the high level of skaters on the Island that he has agreed to support the efforts of putting the club on the skating map. The club celebrated the news in style as the Junior Synchronised Skating team the Wight Jewels had their first competition of the season in Deeside with two new programmes. Their short program Jai Ho saw
them finish three points clear of their rival team Nottingham. They skated their long programme to a medley of Michael Jackson hits and despite a fall and a nervous wait for the scores they achieved their best ever score gaining a further 10 point lead. This achievement bodes well for the new season putting them on course to achieve the points required to become part of NISA’s development team and to represent Great Britain again in the Junior World Championship where they are already ranked 19th in the World. Their next competition takes them to France, where they will be competing on November 6 and 7 in Lyon.
NEW GOLF CAPTAINS TEE OFF
THE NEW MEN’S and ladies’ captains of Shanklin and Sandown Golf Club were joined by several past captains and many members for the annual drive-in to mark the start of their terms in office. Richard Hodges is the men’s skipper, with Dave Woodhouse as vice captain, while Joyce Petrie has taken over as ladies’ captain with Sandie GallardJupp her vice captain. The Captains’ Drive-In competition attracted a big field, with the winning men’s team of Martin Henry, Richard Pardey, Elliott Jones and Mike Jones scoring 108 points to take the honours in their category. But even more impressive were the winning mixed team of Tony Wray, Adrian Nobbs, Ralph Abbott and Jane Abbott who amassed 112 points. The winning ladies team of Margaret McClelland, Jan Easlea, Pat Tainsh and Christine O’Brien
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also did the occasion proud with a combined score of 89 points. Other recent results from Shanklin and Sandown GC: Daily Mail Foursomes: Winners Judy Richardson and Angie Linington 33pts. 2nd Stephanie Hart and Barbara Butler 32. 3rd Joyce Petrie and Sandie GallardJupp 32. Ladies: Summer Eclectic Silver: Winner Debbie Berry. 2nd Lillian Bushby. Bronze (1): Winner Gill Robinson. 2nd Philippa Warren. Bronze (2): Winner Alix Goddard. 2nd Ruth Gazzard. Seniors Monthly Stableford (0-16): Winner Bob Donald 37pts. 2nd Roy George 37. (17-28): Winner Trevor Mitchell 37. 2nd Andy Hicks 35. Ladies EWGA Medal, Silver Nett: Winner Sandra GallardJupp 73. 2nd Debbie Berry 75. Bronze: Winner Lorrie Hawkins 74. 2nd Wendy King 76. Ladies Taylor Trophy: Winner
Christine Smith. Runner up Deborah Richards. Ladies Canard Trophy: Winner Alix Goddard. Runner up Christine O’Brien. Ladies Summer Foursomes: Winners Angie Linington, Deborah Richards. Runners up
Pru Woodford, Ronnie Hirst. Warren Cup: Winner Tony Cole. Runner up Bill Foss. Savile Cup: Winner Tim Ellis 42 pts. 2nd Derek Brown 41. 3rd Rick Crutchlow 40. 4th Rob Turrell 40. 5th Tony Williams 39. 6th Paul Cock 39.
SAVIOUR SAMPSON
A GOAL deep in stoppage time by Scott Sampson enabled Newport to pick up a vital point in their Sydenhams Wessex League Premier Division match at leaders Poole Town. Newport got off to the worst possible start, falling behind in the first minute. But they gradually steadied their nerves and Darren Powell grabbed an equaliser before the break. Poole regained the lead and looked set to pick up maximum points until Sampson showed his strength by snatching the leveller in the 94th minute.
Brading Town dropped their first points of the campaign when they were held to a 1-1 draw by Christchurch. Brading were trailing at the break, but hit back to grab a draw thanks to a goal from Alek Przepolewski on the hour. Cowes Sports’ decent run in Division one was ended when they went down 3-1 at home to Horndean. They started well enough, taking the lead through Dom Burbidge but Hordean equalised before the break and sealed victory with two more goals in the second period.
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ADAM BOWLS ALONG
ISLAND BOWLER Adam Clark has enjoyed huge success after recently being selected to play for England in the British Isles under 18s championships, held in Newport, Gwent. Adam, 16, was additionally selected as captain of England One, a five strong team which came out on top in the team event, and was also crowned as British
Isles singles champion. Starting with the triples competition, he lined up with players from Lincolnshire and Kent to win the first round match against a Scottish team. In the semi finals, they lost to their English team mates, but went on to gain the bronze medal by beating Wales in the play-off. However, the icing on
the cake was Adam’s play and progress in the singles competition. in the first round he had a straight sets win over Ryan Videgrain from the Channel Islands. Having progressed to the semi-final he had another straight sets win over Ireland’s Ryan Bell. He went on to win the title by beating the young Scot Mike Docherty.
SOLENT SWIM FOR CHARITY
Heather Martin on left, Kiri Colleypriest on right (in red t-shirts) - taken in Gurnard before the swim
TWO FORMER Cowes High School pupils battled their way through a two-mile swim in the Solent in memory of a family member and to raise money for charity. Kiri Colleypriest and
Heather Martin, both 27, and originally from the Island now live in Winchester and Norwich respectively. They swam the two miles across the Solent in one hour and 10 minutes in difficult conditions due to
spring tides, strong winds and steep chop in the middle to swim through. They both wore specially designed swimming wetsuits, but no fins or any swimming aids. They were accompanied by a rescue boat loaned from
Gurnard Sailing Club. The pair swam from Gurnard to Lepe Beach in memory of Kiri’s father, Andy Colleypriest, who passed away last year after a long battle with leukaemia. They raised money for
Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research – and have so far reached around £1,770, with donations continuing to flow in via our Just Giving website: www.justgiving. com/kiriandheatherswimthesolent
Kiri’s father battled leukaemia in France, where he lived with his wife, Sarah. He spent many years on the Island bringing up Kiri and her brother Daniel, and many of his friends still live here.
HURRIES KEEP UNBEATEN RECORD
SANDOWN came out on top of a close fought encounter between the top two sides in the league, who went into the clash with 100 per cent records after four matches. The Hurries made a couple of enforced changes with Will Baxendall coming in at Fly Half, Nick Heelan in the second row and after a late call off Dan Muir stepping in at centre. The game started at a
frantic pace but stayed scoreless for the first 20 minutes with only a couple of missed long range penalty attempts from Baxendall. The first try came from a quick break from wing Josh Wetherick and when he chipped ahead Baxendall won the race to touch down. Sandown then lost Dan Muir to a head injury and he was replaced by the returning Joe Rees, Winchester hit
back with two tries to go into the lead but the Hurries hit back after Wetherick was tackled illegally a quick tap from skipper Lawrence Edmonston who fed Rees and from the next phase. Wightlink man of the match Steve Perfect took the ball at pace and crashed through to score, then Baxendall scored again to take the half time score to 15-12 to the Hurries.
The second half was a close fought affair with not a lot to choose between the sides but the Hurries took advantage of the chances they created with further tries from first Joe Rees who powered his way over and then two superb scores, first from second row Nick Heelan who sprinted 30 metres to touch down, then from sustained pressure Michael Cooper sidestepped
his way through a couple of tackles to touch down under the posts. It was a superb performance from the Hurries in a close fought encounter against a good strong organised side. Particular praise must go to the Sandown forwards led by the experienced Gregg Dean, Steve Perfect, Nick Heelan and BJ meats man of the match John Buckingham plus youngsters
Chris Perfect, Adam Tyas, Joe Wiltshire and Michael Barrett. They provided a superb platform for Edmonston to get the ball out to the dangerous back line who caused constant problems for the home side all afternoon. The win put the Hurries top of the league with a home game against Alton on tomorrow (Saturday) at the Fairway, 3pm kick off.
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