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Link road threat to valley wildlife
Bitterns were nicknamed bog boomers centuries ago because of their legendary call, like a lowing cow or distant foghorn. The distinctive sound of one of Britain's rarest birds is so loud it can be heard up to two miles away. Bitterns are sometimes heard
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Link road threat to valley wildlife
Bitterns were nicknamed bog boomers centuries ago because of their legendary call, like a lowing cow or distant foghorn. The distinctive sound of one of Britain's rarest birds is so loud it can be heard up to two miles away. Bitterns are sometimes heard
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Union slams professor's salary rise
Union leaders have criticised pay rises given to the vice-chancellor of the University of Sussex, saying they outstrip increases given to other members of university staff. The Association of University Teachers (AUT) says Professor Alasdair Smith's pay
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Fuss over nothing
I think the new-look Argus is okay but I really don't know what the fuss is about. By having only one news story plus a big picture on the front page, you just put more news inside and have bulked things out by giving a few writers of inconsequential
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Another lost art
I read the article about the under-cliff walk and the cliffs at Black Rock (The Argus, January 30). I am a bit miffed about the way people are at one another on how to look after it, the walk and the cliffs. Whatever happened to the past and how they
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Time to catch up
Matt Morris is right. Pressure groups only cause planning delays. For 40 years Brighton station goods yard lay unused, except for car parking. The West Pier and King Alfred sports complex in Hove could have been in service by now. Modern planned speculative
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Dr Martens (Premier): Eastbourne 2 Havant 0
Goals from Stuart Tuck and Scott Ramsay gace Borough a well deserved victory at home to Havant and Waterlooville. For once, Priory Lane was not completely windswept and an entertaining first half ended with Borough 1-0 in front. After a Tuck free kick
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E-book to create personal mobile library
Bookworms could soon be able to carry around an entire library in their back pocket. What the iPod pioneered in music, the e-book could now follow in literature - as long as you have a spare £300. Technology giants including Philips are developing an
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True democracy
In praising Frank Gehry's architecture, Matt Morris says pressure groups cause delays, spiralling costs, compromise and blandness (Letters, February 5). I suspect he may be thinking of my Hova (Heritage Over Vandalism Actually) group, formed to oppose
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Ryman (South): Lewes 2 Epsom 0
Lewes are back on top of Division One after two goals in the first 11 minutes laid the foundations for a comfortable victory at the Dripping Pan. The Rooks have moved above previous leaders Windsor & Eton on goal difference and also have a game in
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Unfare increases
The proposed increases in hackney carriage fare structures are proving to be a little unpopular within the trade and objections have been sent. The late night charge for Fridays and Saturdays of £1.80, an increase of £1 on the current night time charge
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Parking charges place cultural events at risk
Not so long ago, you could park of an evening at the Church Street NCP car park in Brighton for a reasonable rate - if memory serves, £2 or even slightly less. With immaculate timing, just ahead of last year's Brighton Festival, this rate was more than
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Works will mean months of delays
Four months of traffic misery are expected when roadworks are carried out on one of the busiest roads in Brighton. New bus and cycle lanes and better traffic lights are being provided in the shopping section of Lewes Road between Elm Grove and the Vogue
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Air passenger numbers take off
The number of passengers taking to the skies in January rose 4.8%, with a double-digit leap in long-haul traffic, airports operator BAA said today. The group said fliers using its seven UK airports - which include Gatwick - totalled 9.3 million last month
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Pier wins big rides battle
Two towering funfair rides will be built on the Palace Pier in Brighton after John Prescott overruled the city council. The Noble Organisation, which owns the pier, has been given permission to replace the existing Ventura and Ranger attractions with
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Babes case family continues fight
Russell Bishop may be sued for allegedly damaging the clothes of the two Babes in the Wood murder victims. Bishop was cleared of strangling the nine-year-old girls but the family of one victim is considering civil action against him in a bid to link him
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Tax hike to pay for more wardens
Taxpayers are being asked to provide the police with an extra £10 million to help fund the expansion of a controversial community wardens scheme. The Sussex force wants a total budget of £221.6 million next year to fund 150 more community support officers
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On thin ice
We were devastated to hear that the Sussex Ice Rink in Brighton is to be closed for good (The Argus, February 6). Having been to the rink for six years and attended some hockey sessions, we will be disappointed to see it closed. The article shocked us
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Wrong water
I want to congratulate Martina Watts and the new Argus on her extended column, now on Tuesdays. Not long ago Martina mentioned that most people are marginally dehydrated because we don't drink enough water. But she did not say what kind of water she would
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Link road threat to valley wildlife
Bitterns were nicknamed bog boomers centuries ago because of their legendary call, like a lowing cow or distant foghorn. The distinctive sound of one of Britain's rarest birds is so loud it can be heard up to two miles away. Bitterns are sometimes heard
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Date
End of the road
I have been heartened to read the views of readers in the letters pages lamenting the discontinuation of my cycling column. I attempted to convey the pleasure I experienced while out on my cycle rides and travels and to portray cycling in a positive light
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Date
Union slams professor's salary rise
Union leaders have criticised pay rises given to the vice-chancellor of the University of Sussex, saying they outstrip increases given to other members of university staff. The Association of University Teachers (AUT) says Professor Alasdair Smith's pay
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Date
Another lost art
I read the article about the under-cliff walk and the cliffs at Black Rock (The Argus, January 30). I am a bit miffed about the way people are at one another on how to look after it, the walk and the cliffs. Whatever happened to the past and how they
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Date
Can you help?
Brighton-based charity Sussex Lantern needs volunteers, in particular, people who have a sympathetic ear, a sense of humour and relate well to a mature age group. Individuals who are able to drive a minibus or could transport members in their own car
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Youth Athletics: Fuller dedicates win to loved ones
Tom Fuller won the senior title at the Sussex Schools' Cross Country Championships and dedicated the triumph to his brother and late grand-father. The Chichester College student nearly pulled out of the event following the death of his grandfather . But
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Dr Martens (Premier): Eastbourne 2 Havant 0
Goals from Stuart Tuck and Scott Ramsay gace Borough a well deserved victory at home to Havant and Waterlooville. For once, Priory Lane was not completely windswept and an entertaining first half ended with Borough 1-0 in front. After a Tuck free kick
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Date
E-book to create personal mobile library
Bookworms could soon be able to carry around an entire library in their back pocket. What the iPod pioneered in music, the e-book could now follow in literature - as long as you have a spare £300. Technology giants including Philips are developing an
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Date
True democracy
In praising Frank Gehry's architecture, Matt Morris says pressure groups cause delays, spiralling costs, compromise and blandness (Letters, February 5). I suspect he may be thinking of my Hova (Heritage Over Vandalism Actually) group, formed to oppose
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Date
Ryman (Premier): Bognor 6 Thuroock 1
Matt Russell scored four goals for Bognor in an impressive home win against high-flying Thurrock. Defender John Price put the Rocks in front in the first minute before Russell hit a 12-minute hat-trick before the half hour mark. Loan defender Brett Poate
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Parking charges place cultural events at risk
Not so long ago, you could park of an evening at the Church Street NCP car park in Brighton for a reasonable rate - if memory serves, £2 or even slightly less. With immaculate timing, just ahead of last year's Brighton Festival, this rate was more than
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FA Trophy: Worthing 1 Hednesford 2
Worthing boss Alan Pook today hailed midfielder Mark Pulling for playing with a broken arm in last night's disappointing FA Trophy defeat. A patched-up Rebels lost 2-1 to Dr Martens League premier division side Hednesford at Woodside Road. An injury crisis
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Albion boss defends Knight
Albion manager Mark McGhee today defended red card victim Leon Knight. The 20-goal striker was sent off by referee Trevor Parkes for two bookable offences in last night's 2-0 defeat at play-off rivals Luton. Knight was cautioned in the first half for
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Dividend boost for BSkyB shareholders
Satellite broadcaster BSkyB today gave shareholders a boost by disclosing its first dividend in more than five years. The group said it was resuming payments "in light of its financial health" as it posted profits of £130 million for the six months to
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Yell moves into profit
Directories group Yell today said it was firmly on track to meet full year expectations, after moving into profit in the third quarter. The group said it made profits of £31.1 million in the nine months to December 31, against losses of £45.9 million
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Air passenger numbers take off
The number of passengers taking to the skies in January rose 4.8%, with a double-digit leap in long-haul traffic, airports operator BAA said today. The group said fliers using its seven UK airports - which include Gatwick - totalled 9.3 million last month
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Why big does not always mean best
Sussex is home to 6,000-7,000 small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and many are on the lookout for bright, motivated graduates who can fit easily into a tight-knit team. Although there is always the risk small businesses can go under, they can offer greater
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February 11: Albion boss defends Knight
Albion manager Mark McGhee today defended red card victim Leon Knight. The 20-goal striker was sent off by referee Trevor Parkes for two bookable offences in last night's 2-0 defeat at play-off rivals Luton. Knight was cautioned in the first half for
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Babes case family continues fight
Russell Bishop may be sued for allegedly damaging the clothes of the two Babes in the Wood murder victims. Bishop was cleared of strangling the nine-year-old girls but the family of one victim is considering civil action against him in a bid to link him
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Tax hike to pay for more wardens
Taxpayers are being asked to provide the police with an extra £10 million to help fund the expansion of a controversial community wardens scheme. The Sussex force wants a total budget of £221.6 million next year to fund 150 more community support officers
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Pier wins big rides battle
Two towering funfair rides will be built on the Palace Pier in Brighton after John Prescott overruled the city council. The Noble Organisation, which owns the pier, has been given permission to replace the existing Ventura and Ranger attractions with
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Date
On thin ice
We were devastated to hear that the Sussex Ice Rink in Brighton is to be closed for good (The Argus, February 6). Having been to the rink for six years and attended some hockey sessions, we will be disappointed to see it closed. The article shocked us
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Thanks for putting Scrunchie on road to recovery
We are extremely grateful for the tremendous response we received from readers after Karen Hoy's article on the plight of Scrunchie, the little ginger cat who had suffered appalling injuries (The Argus, January 29). People have sent donations, caring
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Date
Wrong water
I want to congratulate Martina Watts and the new Argus on her extended column, now on Tuesdays. Not long ago Martina mentioned that most people are marginally dehydrated because we don't drink enough water. But she did not say what kind of water she would
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Date
End of the road
I have been heartened to read the views of readers in the letters pages lamenting the discontinuation of my cycling column. I attempted to convey the pleasure I experienced while out on my cycle rides and travels and to portray cycling in a positive light
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Date
Extend our historical railway
Regarding Brighton and Hove's transport problems, one solution would be to extend Volk's Railway all the way along the seafront and link the Marina, the new ice rink and the new King Alfred development. Volk's Railway is an under-used asset. It is the
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Date
Can you help?
Brighton-based charity Sussex Lantern needs volunteers, in particular, people who have a sympathetic ear, a sense of humour and relate well to a mature age group. Individuals who are able to drive a minibus or could transport members in their own car
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Date
Youth Athletics: Fuller dedicates win to loved ones
Tom Fuller won the senior title at the Sussex Schools' Cross Country Championships and dedicated the triumph to his brother and late grand-father. The Chichester College student nearly pulled out of the event following the death of his grandfather . But
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February 10: Luton 2 Albion 0
Earlier in the day the Whitehall offices of deputy Prime Minister John Prescott were bombarded with flowers as part of the campaign for Falmer. Unfortunately, there is still no sign of Albion's away form blossoming again. A comprehensive defeat by an
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Date
Ryman (Premier): Bognor 6 Thuroock 1
Matt Russell scored four goals for Bognor in an impressive home win against high-flying Thurrock. Defender John Price put the Rocks in front in the first minute before Russell hit a 12-minute hat-trick before the half hour mark. Loan defender Brett Poate
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Date
FA Trophy: Worthing 1 Hednesford 2
Worthing boss Alan Pook today hailed midfielder Mark Pulling for playing with a broken arm in last night's disappointing FA Trophy defeat. A patched-up Rebels lost 2-1 to Dr Martens League premier division side Hednesford at Woodside Road. An injury crisis
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Match Report: Luton 2 Albion 0
Earlier in the day the Whitehall offices of deputy Prime Minister John Prescott were bombarded with flowers as part of the campaign for Falmer. Unfortunately, there is still no sign of Albion's away form blossoming again. A comprehensive defeat by an
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Date
Albion boss defends Knight
Albion manager Mark McGhee today defended red card victim Leon Knight. The 20-goal striker was sent off by referee Trevor Parkes for two bookable offences in last night's 2-0 defeat at play-off rivals Luton. Knight was cautioned in the first half for
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Firefighters: HQ merger too risky
If you call the fire brigade in future, you may find yourself speaking to someone on the Isle of Wight. Firefighters in East and West Sussex believe plans to regionalise control centres will mean the loss of local knowledge and could delay responses.
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Getting a bed on tap
Visitors who want to book a hotel bed will soon be able to do it by tapping on a window. Touch-screen computerised kiosks offering visitors information about Brighton and Hove have been launched. They include details about accommodation, attractions,
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Date
Dividend boost for BSkyB shareholders
Satellite broadcaster BSkyB today gave shareholders a boost by disclosing its first dividend in more than five years. The group said it was resuming payments "in light of its financial health" as it posted profits of £130 million for the six months to
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Date
Yell moves into profit
Directories group Yell today said it was firmly on track to meet full year expectations, after moving into profit in the third quarter. The group said it made profits of £31.1 million in the nine months to December 31, against losses of £45.9 million
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Date
Why big does not always mean best
Sussex is home to 6,000-7,000 small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and many are on the lookout for bright, motivated graduates who can fit easily into a tight-knit team. Although there is always the risk small businesses can go under, they can offer greater
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Date
E-book to create personal mobile library
Bookworms could soon be able to carry around an entire library in their back pocket. What the iPod pioneered in music, the e-book could now follow in literature - as long as you have a spare £300. Technology giants including Philips are developing an
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Date
February 11: Albion boss defends Knight
Albion manager Mark McGhee today defended red card victim Leon Knight. The 20-goal striker was sent off by referee Trevor Parkes for two bookable offences in last night's 2-0 defeat at play-off rivals Luton. Knight was cautioned in the first half for
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Mother backs thieving addict son
A mother has defended her heroin addict son, who looted her house to pay off a dealer. Rupert Upton, 26, stole luxury furniture and jewellery worth £10,000 from his parents, Nicolas and Nicolette Upton, while they were in France. Then he tricked them
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TV ad insults Jane's memory
The mother of murdered teacher Jane Longhurst has called for a TV advert which mirrors her daughter's last moments to be taken off-air. The Big Yellow Storage Company's commercial shows a woman luring her unwitting boyfriend into a unit, where she traps
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Pier wins big rides battle
Two towering funfair rides will be built on the Palace Pier in Brighton after John Prescott overruled the city council. The Noble Organisation, which owns the pier, has been given permission to replace the existing Ventura and Ranger attractions with
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Date
Tie the knot with unique wedding band
The gold bands couples exchange during their wedding vows are a symbol of everlasting love. Usually the rings are bought "off the peg" after weeks of window shopping. But silversmith Anton Pruden is offering couples the chance to design and make their
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Date
Thanks for putting Scrunchie on road to recovery
We are extremely grateful for the tremendous response we received from readers after Karen Hoy's article on the plight of Scrunchie, the little ginger cat who had suffered appalling injuries (The Argus, January 29). People have sent donations, caring
-
Date
Fuss over nothing
I think the new-look Argus is okay but I really don't know what the fuss is about. By having only one news story plus a big picture on the front page, you just put more news inside and have bulked things out by giving a few writers of inconsequential
-
Date
Extend our historical railway
Regarding Brighton and Hove's transport problems, one solution would be to extend Volk's Railway all the way along the seafront and link the Marina, the new ice rink and the new King Alfred development. Volk's Railway is an under-used asset. It is the
-
Date
February 10: Luton 2 Albion 0
Earlier in the day the Whitehall offices of deputy Prime Minister John Prescott were bombarded with flowers as part of the campaign for Falmer. Unfortunately, there is still no sign of Albion's away form blossoming again. A comprehensive defeat by an
-
Date
Time to catch up
Matt Morris is right. Pressure groups only cause planning delays. For 40 years Brighton station goods yard lay unused, except for car parking. The West Pier and King Alfred sports complex in Hove could have been in service by now. Modern planned speculative
-
Date
Ryman (South): Lewes 2 Epsom 0
Lewes are back on top of Division One after two goals in the first 11 minutes laid the foundations for a comfortable victory at the Dripping Pan. The Rooks have moved above previous leaders Windsor & Eton on goal difference and also have a game in
-
Date
Unfare increases
The proposed increases in hackney carriage fare structures are proving to be a little unpopular within the trade and objections have been sent. The late night charge for Fridays and Saturdays of £1.80, an increase of £1 on the current night time charge
-
Date
Match Report: Luton 2 Albion 0
Earlier in the day the Whitehall offices of deputy Prime Minister John Prescott were bombarded with flowers as part of the campaign for Falmer. Unfortunately, there is still no sign of Albion's away form blossoming again. A comprehensive defeat by an
-
Date
Firefighters: HQ merger too risky
If you call the fire brigade in future, you may find yourself speaking to someone on the Isle of Wight. Firefighters in East and West Sussex believe plans to regionalise control centres will mean the loss of local knowledge and could delay responses.
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Date
Getting a bed on tap
Visitors who want to book a hotel bed will soon be able to do it by tapping on a window. Touch-screen computerised kiosks offering visitors information about Brighton and Hove have been launched. They include details about accommodation, attractions,
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Date
Works will mean months of delays
Four months of traffic misery are expected when roadworks are carried out on one of the busiest roads in Brighton. New bus and cycle lanes and better traffic lights are being provided in the shopping section of Lewes Road between Elm Grove and the Vogue
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Date
E-book to create personal mobile library
Bookworms could soon be able to carry around an entire library in their back pocket. What the iPod pioneered in music, the e-book could now follow in literature - as long as you have a spare £300. Technology giants including Philips are developing an
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Date
Pier wins big rides battle
Two towering funfair rides will be built on the Palace Pier in Brighton after John Prescott overruled the city council. The Noble Organisation, which owns the pier, has been given permission to replace the existing Ventura and Ranger attractions with
-
Date
Mother backs thieving addict son
A mother has defended her heroin addict son, who looted her house to pay off a dealer. Rupert Upton, 26, stole luxury furniture and jewellery worth £10,000 from his parents, Nicolas and Nicolette Upton, while they were in France. Then he tricked them
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Date
TV ad insults Jane's memory
The mother of murdered teacher Jane Longhurst has called for a TV advert which mirrors her daughter's last moments to be taken off-air. The Big Yellow Storage Company's commercial shows a woman luring her unwitting boyfriend into a unit, where she traps
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Date
Tie the knot with unique wedding band
The gold bands couples exchange during their wedding vows are a symbol of everlasting love. Usually the rings are bought "off the peg" after weeks of window shopping. But silversmith Anton Pruden is offering couples the chance to design and make their
