Newport is the capital of the Isle of Wight. It’s the town with the most nation-wide chains of shops as well as being the centre for business. The County council are head-quartered there.
Cllr Price thanked the community and members of Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council for their support and the Isle of Wight Council for listening to residents
People power appears to have worked, as the Isle of Wight council u-turn on their plans to build new homes on park of Seaclose Park, following local outcry at the plans
Just by diverting £5 of our weekly spend to local independents we give them a fighting chance to thrive. It’s a conversation worth having, says Chris from Totally Locally
There'll be lots of activities at Isle of Wight libraries next week, including online readings, book chat, grab bags with a comfort read novel selected by local library staff, plus some refreshments to wash it down.
Cllr Ian Ward says he has his 'finger on the pulse' about St Mary's roundabout and has only received one letter of complaint. He asks residents to write directly to him if they have concerns or queries.
The Training Lead at Isle of Wight Ambulance Service said, "The time and commitment people are willing to give our Ambulance service is truly humbling and we are extremely grateful indeed"
The minister responsible says “This fund will help breathe new life into high streets in towns and cities across the country – restoring them to their full glory so that they are beautiful places for people to shop, work and enjoy"
The donation from TK Maxx and Homesense Foundation’s Community Fund programme wil help Pan Together continue to provide lifeline support services to vulnerable local residents