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Exciting new job opportunity at West Wight Sports & Community Centre
[clear] Please see below for details of a new post at the West Wight Sports & Community Centre for a Fundraising, Grants and Project Officer. https://westwight.org.uk/grants-and-project-officer/
New Councillor
We are very pleased to welcome our new Councillor, Mr Terry Dimmick, to the Parish Council.
Proposed changes to Freshwater North and South Wards
The Isle of Wight Council submitted proposals to the Boundary Commission with regards to changes in some Parish Wards across the Island. Pictured are the proposed changes to Freshwater North/South Wards with the area highlighted in green moving from South to North Ward. More information on the proposed boundary changes both in Freshwater and elsewhere […]
Some of you may have noticed that we have some more adult swans at the Causeway. They are in the habit of wandering along the road. At temporary sign has been put up asking drivers to slow down. Hopefully the swans will soon get to grips with the basics of road safety but we would be very grateful if people could spread the word about slowing down at the Causeway to keep the birds safe. Thank you.
Time to update our logo?
Following on from the mystery surrounding the design of our Parish Seal/Logo one of our local residents thought that perhaps this could be an opportunity for an update. The original logo – presented to the Parish by Hallam Tennyson in 1894. We have not been able to find out the significance of the small boat […]
Freshwater Parish Seal
We’ve been asked about our Parish seal. This was presented to the Parish by Hallam Tennyson in 1894 at the first parish meeting. The seal shows a dragon like creature (although the head appears to be more rodent than fire breathing beast). We’ve had an interesting morning trying to find out more detail about this […]
Apprentice
Freshwater Parish Council is seeking to recruit an apprentice. If you are interested in community matters and are looking for an apprenticeship in business administration this could be the job for you. Details are available at http://isleofwightjobs.com/job/apprenticeships/apprentice_administration_support__freshwater_parish_council/ The closing date is 31st May 2018.
Parish Councillor vacancy
Freshwater Parish Council are seeking to co-opt a Councillor for a vacancy in Norton Ward. To apply please send your application to the Clerk Michael Mills to include a CV and brief details of your reason for applying. Alternatively if you would like an informal discussion Michael will be pleased to hear from you. The […]
New Seating on Stroud Field
The sun has been shining and we hope you have all been able to enjoy the new seating areas on the Stroud Playing Field.
Parish Councillor vacancy
Are you interested in becoming a Parish Councillor? Freshwater Parish Council has a vacancy for one Councillor. Notice has been given and if no election is triggered by 27th April 2018 the Parish Council will look to fill the vacancy by co-option. Click here for notice of vacancy.