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Strand library is 120!
Strand Library celebrates a page-turning 120 years of bookish service to the community! The City of Cape Town facility is one of two local libraries which have crossed the 120-year threshold. Somerset West Library is listed among 12 other “grand…
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Teaching jobs in limbo
Devastation looms for many schools after the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) announced that a shortfall in its budget will lead to the cutting of almost 2 400 contract posts in the province.
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Strand boxer on the ropes to sweet victory
Anathi Hela, a talented amateur boxer from Strand, finds himself on the ropes against Ayanda Gangqa during a Boxing SA Bantamweight bout in Ottery on Friday (30 August).
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Give the gift of life during Heritage Month
The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) is calling on the public to donate blood this September, with the theme for Heritage Month being “Giving is in my blood”.
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Beachgoers at risk due to pollution
Strand Beach is facing a growing sewage pollution crisis that is putting residents and tourists at risk. Despite repeated closures and warnings, the City of Cape Town stands accused by residents of deflecting blame rather than addressing the underlying issues.
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Burglar hits S-West centre for disabled
A brazen thief who targeted the Gabriella Centre has forced the Somerset West facility to champion an online crowdfunding campaign in hopes of funds to upgrade their security system following the safety breach.
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LETTER: Community leader passes the baton
It is with great sadness that I hear of the passing of Professor Brian O’Connell.
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Strand library is 120!
Strand Library celebrates a page-turning 120 years of bookish service to the community! The City of Cape Town facility is one of two local libraries which have crossed the 120-year threshold. Somerset West Library is listed among 12 other “grand…
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Strand boxer on the ropes to sweet victory
Anathi Hela, a talented amateur boxer from Strand, finds himself on the ropes against Ayanda Gangqa during a Boxing SA Bantamweight bout in Ottery on Friday (30 August).
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Beachgoers at risk due to pollution
Strand Beach is facing a growing sewage pollution crisis that is putting residents and tourists at risk. Despite repeated closures and warnings, the City of Cape Town stands accused by residents of deflecting blame rather than addressing the underlying issues.
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