The final days of the British summer are winding down as autumn and winter approaches. But this means Christmas will be on its way soon. Christmas is a busy period for many, with plenty of people relying on the postal service to send gifts across the country. To meet the …
Read More »Based in Near Sawrey, close to Hawkshead, Hattie crafted a three flask lined container, with shot glass tray, which outshone all competition entries. The pre-made competition challenged entrants to display their dexterity by fabricating a leather case to house an everyday item. There was no restriction on colour, thread, or …
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Bolton Two Hats (Image: Bolton Two Hats) Hundreds of scooters descended on a Bolton pub to raise money for an important cause. Local scooter club, Bolton Two Hats, held the event recently to fundraise for North West Air Ambulance Charity. Taking place at the Three Pigeons on Wigan Road, over …
Read More »Charles and Camilla were in position to watch their thoroughbred Desert Hero take on some of the best horses in the country on Saturday. Bred by the late Queen, the William Haggas-trained colt Desert Hero won two of his three juvenile starts, demonstrating his stamina and talent and fuelling speculation …
Read More »The centre of the post-tropical cyclone made landfall on Saturday with near-hurricane strength winds of 70mph about 135 miles west of Halifax, Nova Scotia, according to the US National Hurricane Centre. Weakening as it headed north to New Brunswick and the Gulf of St Lawrence, Lee flooded coastal roads in …
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The Big Sleep-Out comes to Maumbury Rings this year (Image: Julian House) MEMBERS of the public will have the opportunity to raise money for the homeless as they brave the elements with the Big Sleep-Out. Julian House has organised the fundraising event with Dorchester Town Council, due to take place …
Read More »SIR – You report (September 15) that the northern leg of HS2 “may be axed to save £35 billion”. It is time our politicians woke up and cancelled the whole sorry enterprise. Vast amounts of money have been spent, without any accountability – and for what? Charles PenfoldUlverston, Cumbria SIR – …
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oadworks are set to begin on busy routes in Blackburn and Darwen. (Image: LT) Motorists are being advised to plan journeys in advance over the coming week as roadworks are set to begin on busy routes in Blackburn and Darwen. The roadworks are set to commence on Monday (18 September) …
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Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance (DSAA) has been shortlisted as a finalist in four categories at this year’s Air Ambulance Awards of Excellence. These annual awards, organised by Air Ambulances UK, celebrate and recognise the specialist life-saving skills and commitments of those within the air ambulance community. Captain Mario Carretta, …
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Meghan isn’t really in my consciousness says Dame Joan Collins but Kate ‘never puts a foot wrong: Dame reveals what she really thinks of the royals as she prepares to play Wallis Simpson in biopic By Jo Macfarlane Published: 11:19 EDT, 16 September 2023 | Updated: 11:26 EDT, 16 September …
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