NINTH EDITION - The Island e-newsletter

The Island
Totland Pier

The community newsletter for the Isle of Wight

January 2020 - #9

Major grant boost to expand winter shelter
Homelessness

The Island's winter shelter at Newport, which provides rough sleepers with a warm and safe place to sleep, is to see its services expanded, thanks to a major government grant. The council has been successful in securing an extra £288,700 towards the shelter and measures to reduce homelessness.

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Fizz Free February

Take up the 'Fizz Free February' challenge

Would you like to save more than £30 this month? Then why not give up fizzy drinks and take part with your family in the 'Fizz Free February' challenge.

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Ryde Village

Building together for a better Island

The future housing needs of the Island have been a hot topic of debate in recent months. Read the article for details on how you can have your say.

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Dave Stewart, council leader

Celebrating success and looking to 2020/21

Council leader Dave Stewart looks ahead to 2020/21 - with much to celebrate, new projects to launch and key challenges to tackle.

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1Leisure

Get fit and healthy with a free gold One Card!

Have you always wanted to try 1Leisure but felt unsure about signing up? Here's your chance to have a gold One Card for a whole month completely free.

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Budget 2019

Countdown to budget for the year ahead 

Extensive planning and consultation has taken place as the council develops its budget for 2020/21. Look out for full details in February.

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Newport Roman Villa

February half-term fun at Roman villa

Get 'hands on with history' at Newport Roman Villa this February half-term school holiday - from wolf masks to clay face pots!

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