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The 24th Mediclinic Vista Eskom Road Race is around the corner
Entries are open for the 24th Mediclinic Vista Eskom Road Race on August 22, promoting community participation and supporting local charities.
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Harmony Striders shine at trail and road running events
Members of the Harmony Striders athletics club were in action on the weekend of 11 and 12 July, representing the club at events in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. Riaan and Adel […]
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Pyjamas in public: Have we redefined social standards?
The post discusses the shift in societal norms regarding pajamas, which were once exclusive to home use but are now seen in public settings. It questions whether this trend reflects a decline in standards of self-respect and appropriate dress. The…
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Intelligence-led police operation uncovers explosives in Meloding
An intelligence-driven police operation has led to the arrest of two men after explosives allegedly intended for illegal sale were discovered at a house in Meloding.
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Armed men rob Welkom barbershop and flee in customer’s vehicle
WELKOM – Welkom police are investigating a business robbery after three armed men allegedly held up staff and customers at a barbershop before fleeing in a customer’s vehicle.
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Undocumented man arrested with firearm during illegal shebeen raid
A 22-year-old undocumented man was arrested for possessing an unlicensed firearm during a police raid on an illegal shebeen.
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Municipality ordered to pay R237 732 for unlawful demolition of security gates
The Free State High Court ordered Matjhabeng Municipality to compensate Welkom residents for unlawfully demolishing their gates without a court order.
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Court backs victim whose home ownership dream falls flat
Two agents were sentenced to six years for defrauding a home seeker of R300,000 in Welkom; restitution ordered.
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Reign of criminality ends for serial criminal
A 38-year-old man has been sentenced to 20 years’ imprisonment for murder, rape, and assault.
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Rotary helps the elderly in Bronville
In June, the Flamingo Rotary replaced 25 windows at Bronville Old Age Home, supporting local charities and promoting community events.
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