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Strong start to 2026 for Vryheid parkrun runners
SportVryheid parkrun starts 2026 with wins, milestones and multiple personal best performances.
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Potholes cause car to crash into fence in Peacevale
Dundee CourierDeep potholes force a driver off Hajee Jamal Street, damaging a fence and renewing calls for urgent road repairs.
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Community helps capture frightened lost dog – puppies still missing
Local newsThe Newcastle SPCA and the broader community helped rescue a frightened dog after the New Year’s Eve fireworks. Puppies still…
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Municipality confirms ambush and shooting of senior official
CrimeSensitive ContentNewcastle Municipality confirms a senior official and bodyguards were injured in a shooting, as police investigate the incident and appeal…
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Filming police in public ruled lawful by court
Local newsHigh Court rules that filming SAPS officers in public is legal if police work is not obstructed.
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January fuel prices drop sharply as diesel sees biggest cut
Local newsFuel prices will fall from Wednesday, January 2026, driven by lower oil prices, a stronger rand and stable levies. Diesel…
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Hospitals welcome 334 New Year babies across KwaZulu-Natal
Local newsPublic hospitals saw equal boy and girl births, as health leaders voiced concern over teenage pregnancy and renewed calls for…
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2026 Local Elections: Register Now and Make Your Voice Heard
NewsIEC urges eligible South Africans to register or update details ahead of 2026 local elections.
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Keep learners safe on roads, online and in school
Local newsPractical safety tips help learners stay safe at school, online, and on the road.
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A 2025 success story: Vryheid unites to save the 1885 Raadsaal
Local newsThe 1885 Nieuwe Republiek Raadsaal is restored through community-driven action after years of decay.
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Joint security operation arrests armed robbery suspect in Dannhauser area
Dundee CourierJoint security operation arrests armed robbery suspect in Annieville
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Security guard vehicle overturns at N11 Utrecht turn-off
Newcastle AdvertiserSeveral security guards were slightly injured after a bakkie overturned at the N11 turn-off to Utrecht earlier this morning. Read…
