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Somerset West woman Rika Norris still missing after a month
Police confirm the search for missing Somerset West woman Rika Norris continues after more than a month with no trace of her found.
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Police issue warning ahead of anti-immigrant protests
Strand police have laid down five strict rules ahead of Tuesday’s nationwide anti-immigrant march, warning offenders will face criminal charges.
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Franschhoek Pass remains closed indefinitely after May floods cause extensive damage
The historic Franschhoek Pass has sustained significant damage during the May floods, marking the latest setback for the popular scenic route.
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Lights out in Somerset West for planned maintenance
Somerset West residents face a planned power outage from 18:00 on Saturday 27 June to 06:00 on Sunday 28 June for infrastructure upgrades.
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Schools for Clean Catchments pilot launches in Asanda Village
City of Cape Town’s Schools for Clean Catchments pilot launched at Silunkhanyo Primary to teach learners recycling and protect river systems.
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Robbers on a rampage across Helderberg and Boland farms
A wave of house robberies hits Helderberg and Boland farms. Police suspect syndicate behind it as armed men in balaclavas strike in similar pattern.
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City of Cape Town clears sewer blockage linked to Sanctuary dam
A sewer overflow linked to The Sanctuary dam caused fish distress; the blockage was cleared after inspections confirmed ammonia pollution.
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Swift response to accident in Main Road
A motorcyclist was injured when he collided with a vehicle on Main Road, Strand, last Thursday (18 June).
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Gordon’s Bay local’s garments colour World Cup opening
Local fashion designer Sanette van Schalkwyk of Shifting Sands African Couture has taken local design to one of the biggest sporting stages in the world. Colourful garments designed by the Gordon’s Bay designer were worn by the Mzansi Youth Choir…
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Harmony Flats Nature Reserve project grinds to a halt after contractor fired
Construction of the highly-anticipated, state-of-the-art Visitor Education Centre at the Harmony Flats Nature Reserve between Strand and Gordon’s Bay has ground to a sudden halt. The City of Cape Town confirmed that the contractor tasked with building the five-star Green…
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