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Matey on a bike

ALL too often cyclists, especially those in a hurry, come in for criticism, but Bob Patterson's story tells that they are not all the same—here are his words:

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Published: 01 June 2011

More upset for Wey & Arun

THOUGH the Wey and Arun Canal Trust has done marvellous work in the restoration of the waterway, it seems it is not without its opponents.

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Published: 01 June 2011

Fund raiser appointed

A PROFESSIONAL fund raiser has been appointed for the new charity that is being set up to manage canals and rivers in England and Wales, it has been announced today. (Wednesday).

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Published: 01 June 2011

More cash for Driffield

THE outgoing mayor, Paul Rounding, has raised £7,700 towards the restoration of the Driffield Canal whilst in office.

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Published: 01 June 2011

Broads Authority seeks new members

The Broads Authority is inviting people to apply to be members of its Navigation Committee.
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Published: 01 June 2011

Gill Rimmer dies

GILL RIMMER, who was involved with Challenger time share boats, has died.

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Published: 01 June 2011

Appreciating the countryside

MANY people took advantage of Castleford Heritage Trust, when it invited the townsfolk to join a series of trips along the Aire & Calder Navigation during the town's annual boat week.

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Published: 01 June 2011

Serious lock approach accident

THERE was a serious accident at Nell Bridge Lock (32) on the Oxford Canal at 6:00pm yesterday (Tuesday) when a teenager was hit by a car on the road that crosses the downstream lock approach.

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Published: 01 June 2011

Rules for cyclists

WITH the continuing upgrade of towpaths for the use of cyclists, there is an urge for some kind of discipline to both control their misuse and bring some degree of safety.

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Published: 30 May 2011

MP to back future of Purton Hulks

THE Friends of Purton—endeavouring to safeguard the hulks on the Severn Estuary—have welcomed the announcement by Stroud Member of Parliament, Neil Carmichael that he intends to chair an open public meeting in order to discuss their future.

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Published: 30 May 2011

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