Local Stories
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Coniston Park residents oppose high school development amid zoning dispute and traffic concerns
A large group of residents are objecting to a proposal for a high school to be built on Coniston Park.
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Shooting at Wynberg Magistrates’ Court sparks safety concerns
A shooting incident at the Wynberg Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday morning has left residents alarmed and raised renewed concerns about safety at public institutions. According to reports, shots were fired…
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Informal settlements in Cape Metro surge post-Covid, City faces growing strain on resources
The Cape Metro is home to more than 270 000 informal households. And with the state of poverty in the country, the rise of new settlements such as Covid-19 in…
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Kommetjie rock climber seeks support for European competitions in Italy and Switzerland
A nineteen-year old rock climber from Kommetjie, Seth Donald, is looking forward to representing his country on foreign soil but needs help with his flight ticket.
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Three years without functional holding cells at Kensington Police Station raises safety concerns
For the past three years the Kensington Police Station has had no functional police holding cells. This was revealed by Ward 56 councillor Cheslyn Steenberg.
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Volunteers needed at Kensington police Victim Friendly Room
Offering support and kindness to victims of abuse and trauma is the key focus of volunteers at the Kensington Police Victim Friendly Room, and currently the team is looking for…
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Free vehicle safety checks offered for Easter holiday travellers
With the Easter holiday fast approaching motorists are encouraged to ensure their vehicles are roadworthy.
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Dr Jonathan Butler: A dream fulfilled and a life in music
In his mid-20s he had a dream that he was being robed and now, more than 40 years later, this dream has become a reality. On Monday 24 March he…
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The Street Store returns to Green Point: Donate clothing and empower the needy
The Street Store, the world’s first rent-free, premises-free, free pop-up store for those living on the street, returns to the Haven Night Shelter in Green Point on Saturday 12 April…
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Fish Hoek Police Station bids farewell to captain after 36 years of service
After giving 36 years of service to the South African Police Service, Fish Hoek Police Station branch commander Capt Scharl Basson (57) is looking forward to enjoying his golden years…
