Local Stories
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Custom-built trap boosts rescue efforts for local animal hero
A significant boost to local animal-rescue efforts was celebrated this week following the donation of a custom-built animal trap to animal lover Kyle Girodo, a result of community networking and…
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Somerset West local rakes in national title for women in DIY
Somerset West resident Elle Franco has been named one of three national winners of the prestigious 2025 Brights Women in DIY Excellence Awards for her decade-long commitment to democratising home…
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Young Somerset West cyclist clinches national podium finish
Thirteen-year-old Zac Davies from Applewood Preparatory School in Somerset West secured third place representing the Western Cape at the Schools Cycling South Africa interprovincial primary school finals in Limpopo, overcoming…
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Somerset West grandpa’s special delivery
A 69-year-old Somerset West grandfather named Mark Pennells became a TikTok sensation after his video dressed as “Mr Sixty60” in a complete Checkers delivery outfit garnered nearly 100 000 views,…
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Helderberg Hospice’s compassion angel marks 25 years of service
Sister Julia Stuurman celebrates 25 years of service as a hospice and palliative care nurse at Helderberg Hospice, where her background in psychiatric nursing and gentle approach has helped countless…
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Jong ma van Strand sing pad oop na Amerikaanse droom
20-jarige Thomalene Phillips van Strand verdien goue kaartjie na Amerika nadat sy beoordelaars by Show Your Talent wegslaan met haar stem.
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Plaaslike fopdosser wil verskil in mense se lewens maak
Miss Drag Suid-Afrika-finalis Tammy Fredericks van Somerset-Wes gebruik bakvaardighede om lewens in haar gemeenskap te verander.
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Jong drome maak saak! – Purple Rose se Strand-konsert help jeug
Strand-stadsaal het Saterdag omskep in ‘n jol toe Purple Rose Collective drie legendariese Kaapse kunstenaars bymekaar gebring het vir leerders.
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Overseas Teaching Opportunities: A Gateway to Global Career Growth
Standing at the crossroads of Grade 11 or matric, the question “What’s next?” can feel overwhelming. With countless career paths and study options ahead, making informed decisions has never been…
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Avontuurlustige bejaarde van die Strand skrik nie vir hoogtes nie
Helene ‘Kleintjie’ Krijnouw van die Strand het op 81-jarige ouderdom haar avontuurlustige gees bewys deur te valskermsweef.
