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It has been reported that there’s a big drop in the number of people eating out. One hundred million fewer meals were eaten in hotels, restaurants and public houses last year. Even fish and chip shops, takeaways and burger bars were down by 6.6%. This is not brought about by a change in lifestyle, it’s […]
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stories / Then & Now / valley lad memories / Waveney Valley May 3, 2007
In these days of hustle and bustle how much thought is given to the time we have to relax as a family?
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It has been suggested the reintroduction of National Service for all youngsters when they reach eighteen is the best way to teach them discipline. This is often debated among certain sections of the public who are of the opinion that it is the only solution to the crime and vandalism being inflicted on them by […]
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It is always said children grow up much too quickly but that can’t be the reason for wanting to raise the School leaving age to eighteen
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School holidays seem to come around more quickly than they did years ago! Concern has been expressed as to how children should be helped to occupy themselves during that time. This will be of most interest to those families where parents are working. Before the days it became necessary to have two wage packets to […]
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stories / Then & Now / valley lad memories / Waveney Valley April 14, 2007
Some Cities and large Towns like Norwich and Ipswich have announced they are now making an effort to break away from County Council control and become autonomous. In days gone by, even small Towns who were governed by Urban District Councils worked very well this way. People are now asking if it would be to […]
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Christmas / stories / Then & Now / valley lad memories April 4, 2007
The government took steps in the last Budget to raise awareness of the air pollution caused by exhaust emissions. Almost every family in the country now has at least one motor vehicle.
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Sunday has always been known as a day of rest. How many of us can find time to relax for longer than we do at any other time?