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Anyone who has heard Bill Shepard speak on the history of Newport will know just how deserved this honour is. Well done to all involved.
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The Barton School World War One Memorial has now been successfully relocated.
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The residents of the Chillerton and Gatcombe celebrated the installation of not one, but four Ramblers' gates with a walk across Chillerton Down.
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Newport Parish Council approached Rob Mew to see if the Isle of Wight College Horticulture students and staff could help prepare a permanent planting scheme.
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The average Band D household in Newport will pay 38.4p per week council tax from April 2016 it was agreed at last night's meeting.
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If you have a ‘green’ garden, or your friends and neighbours have gardens that you think would qualify, look out for next year’s Bloomin’ Green competition.
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A dedication ceremony took place on the banks of the River Medina to commemorate those who served and those who lost their lives at Gallipoli 100 years ago. Life size silhouettes have been erected as well as an interpretation board.
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At a recent Newport Parish Council meeting a presentation was made by two members of WightSAR (Isle of Wight Search and Rescue).
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This interesting piece of history has been preserved by Newport Parish Council, in collaboration with the Landscape Group.
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New Outdoor fitness gym installed in Newport. Give it a go next time you're there.
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Nearly 300 residents and parents in the village of Chillerton have signed a petition calling for a 20mph limit around Chillerton and Rookley School, in the village.
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If you have tickets for tonight's event, they will still be valid for the re-organised date.
