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Newport’s one-hour free parking pilot marked a success, with 62,526 free tickets issued in six months. Talks ongoing with businesses to share financial burden, says regeneration director
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Explore King Charles II's challenging and exciting reign with historian Kevin Shaw in fundraiser lecture at Carisbrooke Castle Museum
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Newport and Carisbrooke residents face frozen council tax, but reduced community services and no new play equipment due to budget constraints
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Experience the exceptional talent of Thomas Luke, BBC Young Musician of the Year 2020 Winner, as he performs Rachmaninov's iconic Piano Concerto no.2 with the Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra later this month
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It's your chance to ask questions of share your point of view with managers from Southern Vectis, Island Line and the Isle of Wight council
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New Warm Space open in East Newport for community to socialise, meet new people and escape rising heating costs
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Travelodge has revealed some of the interesting items left behind in its Isle of Wight hotels over the last 12 months, including vintage Punch and Judy puppets and a toupee
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Island Roads to improve cycling and pedestrian routes on the outskirts of Newport beginning next week, expected to last five weeks with traffic disruptions
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This reader is calling for the council and the NHS to cut through the red tape and urgently work together to tackle the housing shortage for key NHS workers
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Join the repair revolution and take your damaged items to the expert volunteers at Isle of Wight Repair Cafe's event on 14th January
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There’s so much to be gained from volunteering a little of your time. The Volunteer Centre can help you learn about the benefits and range of roles from more than 50 organisations at this year’s Volunteering Fair
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Maternity team at St Mary's Hospital celebrate the arrival of three babies on Christmas Day
