The Newcastle Advertiser took a trip down memory lane, revisiting our July 2006 archives to uncover some of the biggest stories, memorable events and grocery specials that had the town talking.

From community news and major local events to the weekly shopping bargains everyone looked forward to, these pages capture a snapshot of life in Newcastle two decades ago.

We hope you enjoy this journey through the archives as much as we enjoyed putting it together.

N11 Amajuba Pass horror collision:

A horrific collision between a taxi and a truck on the N11 Amajuba Pass claimed the lives of seven people. A 36-week pregnant woman was admitted to hospital, where staff worked tirelessly to save both the woman’s and her unborn child’s lives.

Baboons terrorise Ingogo farmers:

Farmers in Ingogo reported that they were being terrorised by baboons. One farmer in particular reported a troop of baboons caught riding on the backs of his cattle, causing frenzied cattle to jump off a cliff. Another farmer reported the baboons tearing a dog’s throat open.

Final suspect caught in Newcastle’s most vicious murder case:

Following the gruesome murders of an entire family in Arbor Park, police set up an elite task team whose sole purpose was to solve this case. Police were able to breathe a sigh of relief when they finally caught the last suspect linked to the case.

20 animals die after rabies outbreak:

Around 20 dogs in Madadeni were euthanised after a resident’s dog was positively tested for rabies. According to the man, his previously peaceful pet had started displaying odd and aggressive behaviour. A vet confirmed that the dog had rabies and needed to be euthanised. This unfortunately led to the deaths of several more unvaccinated dogs that had been in contact with the contaminated pet.

What was showing at the theatres?

• X Men: The Last Stand (13V rating)
• The Crow: Wicked Prayer (16LV rating)
• The Shaggy Dog (PG rating)
• Hostel (16LSNV rating)

A basic trip to the grocery store: R126.13

• 450g Weet-Bix: R9.49
• 410g Farmgirl Baked Beans: R2.59
• 2l Oros: R13.99
• 750g Cremora: R18.49
• 170g Tuna: R4.99
• 410g All Gold Tomato and Onion Mix: R4.99
• 1kg Sunshine D Margarine: R4.99
• 500g Ouma Rusks: R9.79
• 6 Mammas Pies: R21.99
• 500g Nestle Instant Hot Chocolate: R19.45
• 400g Sea Harvest Hake Fillets: R15.39

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