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Mateo Silva Culture
Painting missing for 60 years found in Millbrook attic and handed to Wrenhaven Art Gallery
Why it matters: A harbour scene that vanished from a council office in the 1960s has turned up wrapped in a blanket under the eaves of a terraced house in Millbrook. Its finder has given it to the city's art gallery.
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Diego Fernández Lifestyle
Millbrook repair café fixes 400 items in its first year, from toasters to teddy bears
Why it matters: Volunteers with screwdrivers, sewing machines and soldering irons meet once a month to keep broken things out of the bin, and to teach owners how to mend them.
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Grace Mwangi News
Millbrook footbridge over the River Asher reopens after flood repairs
Why it matters: The 80-year-old crossing, closed since floodwater damaged its foundations last winter, is back in use with stronger piers and a wider deck.
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Millbrook's community orchard harvest day: apple pressing and grafting lessons
Why it matters: Around 600 people came to pick, press and learn at the Millbrook community orchard at the weekend, leaving with juice, saplings and the beginnings of a new skill.
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Elena Sokolova Sports
River Asher regatta draws 600 rowers in its 120th year
Why it matters: Crews from 41 clubs raced over two days on the stretch between Millbrook and the city, making this year's anniversary regatta the largest in its history.
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Freya Collins Technology
Libraries lend laptops and run digital skills classes for older residents
Why it matters: Residents can now borrow a laptop for up to three weeks and join small weekly classes on everything from video calls to spotting online scams.
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