Local news
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Mother fears for missing son after weeks without contact
Local newsJuan Roux has been missing for a month and his mother is appealing to the community to help find him.
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SPCA urges responsible pet care this New Year
Local newsFestive season strays and abandoned pets put pressure on West Rand shelters – here’s how the SPCA is helping.
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Three mouthwatering dishes to try this festive season
Local newsGet in the festive spirit with these dishes to celebrate the new year.
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Love it or hate it: The fruitcake debate
Local newsTo fruitcake or not to fruitcake? In true West Rand style, residents weighed in on South Africa's hottest debate.
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Skoonfamilie en Kersfees – hou dit vreedsaam
Local newsKersfees bring nie net vreugde nie, maar soms ook spanning – veral met skoonfamilie. ’n Kliniese sielkundige verduidelik waarom konflik…
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From nostalgia to new tunes: Christmas through Paul Hodgson’s eyes
Local newsThe West Rand’s own Paul Hodgson of The Parlotones opens up about festive nostalgia, why Boney M is 'too much'…
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Coping with the ‘holiday blues’
Local newsAlthough Christmas is usually seen as a joyful time, trauma counsellor Dr Khomotso Phaka explains that for many people, it…
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Too soon for tinsel? Pastor reflects on true meaning of Christmas
Local newsWest Rand pastor weighs in on the age-old question – when is it too early to start putting up your…
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Romance, comedy and festive spirit: Locals reveal top Christmas movie picks
Local newsWest Rand residents reveal their festive favourites, from heartwarming classics to family-friendly films.
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Help NPC bring hope to children, animals and communities
Local newsDuring the festive season, Blessed to Bless Rainbow Foundation aims to make a difference in the lives of the less…
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5 fun ways to count down to Christmas
Local newsFrom crafts to movies, discover creative ways to wait together as a family.
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Festive memories of the West Rand
Local newsWest Rand resident Frans le Grange recalls the grand community spirit of Christmas celebrations from years gone by.
