Local News
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Two Western Cape traffic officers in the dock over botched bribery bid
Two Western Cape provincial traffic officers appeared in the Somerset West Magistrates’ Court on corruption charges after allegedly attempting to extort money from an e-hailing driver.
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Somerset West sisters graduate together
Local sisters Jemma and Juliet du Plessis both graduated with distinction from IIE-Vega Cape Town, with Jemma earning a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design and Juliet receiving a Bachelor…
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Top sleuth praised for securing convictions
Somerset West Detective Sergeant Berchill Allies received commendation for successfully securing convictions in two separate 2021 cases.
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Busamed Paardevlei marks Mandela Day with free medical care
Busamed Paardevlei Private Hospital in Somerset West delivered four life-changing medical procedures free of charge to nominated patients as part of their UniversalCare@Busamed Mandela Day initiative, with medical professionals and…
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House fire swiftly doused in Strand
A house fire erupted in Abattoir Street, Strand last Wednesday afternoon (16 July), leaving a bedroom and roof completely destroyed and displacing its two residents.
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Walmers looi St. George’s
SK Walmers het Saterdag (19 Julie) sy stempel in ‘n eensydige Superliga A-rugbywedstryd teen St. George’s op Gustrouw afgedruk danksy ‘n eenrigting-sege van 5-66.
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Showjumping at Helderberg Pony Club
Horsepower and horsemanship will be on full display on Saturday 2 August as the Helderberg Pony Club hosts its final fundraising show of the year at Firlands Equestrian Estate in…
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Truck collision leads to long delays on N2 highway
Lwandle police investigate reckless driving after truck collision at N2 and Broadlands Road in Strand. One driver sustained injuries to his lower body.
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Attempted murder suspect nabbed with two firearms in Somerset West
Maitland Police Flying Squad members arrested a 42-year-old suspect during a tracing operation in Somerset West this past Saturday (12 July).
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Sir Lowry’s Pass River ready for rain runoff
With winter rains upon us, critical pre-season maintenance at the Sir Lowry’s Pass River in Gordon’s Bay has been completed. This vital intervention, part of year-round efforts by the City…
