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The search continues for missing New Sweden girl

Oct 1, 2024 | thecounty.me | Chris Burns

The search continues for a missing New Sweden girl. Stefanie Damron, 13, was reported missing last Tuesday, according to the Maine State Police. The state police described Damron as standing 5 feet tall, weighing 130 pounds, and having green eyes and shoulder-length brown hair. She was last seen wearing blue jeans, a long-sleeve blue shirt and black Harley Davidson hiking boots. On Monday, the state police had no updates to share, but said that the search for Damron continues.
Email from Townsville mayor Troy Thompson shows attempt to sue council for $100,000

Aug 16, 2024 | townsvillebulletin.com.au | Cas Garvey |Chris Burns

Despite repeated denials from Townsville’s embattled mayor that he never attempted to sue his own council for $100,000, an explosive email from the mayor’s office has proven otherwise. An email obtained by the Bulletin sent from Mr Thompson to council’s acting CEO Joe McCabe reveals that the mayor did in fact demand $100,000 in compensation for “a breach of his human rights”.
Email from Townsville mayor Troy Thompson shows attempt to sue council for $100,000

Aug 16, 2024 | couriermail.com.au | Cas Garvey |Chris Burns

TownsvilleDon't miss out on the headlines from Townsville. Followed categories will be added to My News. Despite repeated denials from Townsville’s embattled mayor that he never attempted to sue his own council for $100,000, an explosive email from the mayor’s office has proven otherwise. An email obtained by the Bulletin sent from Mr Thompson to council’s acting CEO Joe McCabe reveals that the mayor did in fact demand $100,000 in compensation for “a breach of his human rights”.
‘It was smashed’: Stolen car crashes in Richmond

May 11, 2024 | townsvillebulletin.com.au | Daneka Hill |Leighton Smith |Chris Burns

TownsvilleDon't miss out on the headlines from Townsville. Followed categories will be added to My News. A 21-year-old man is assisting police with inquiries after he allegedly stole a car from Hughenden and crashed it in Richmond. The car was initially reported stolen from a Moran St, Hughenden address on Friday evening. By 1.20am, the driver and sole occupant had totalled the car at Goldring and Clayton St, Richmond - right around the corner from the Richmond Police Station.
Sky Store sees queues and long waits as iPhone 15 now available to pre-order

Sep 15, 2023 | manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Chris Burns

Apple's brand new handset, the iPhone 15 is now available to pre-order and demand has seen huge online queues. Right now the Sky landing page displays a message saying "You’re in a queue. The wait is almost over! We’re very popular at the moment but we’ll get you in as soon as we can." The huge demand was to be expected after Apple unveiled its newest iPhone 15 range at its Wonderlust event in California earlier this week.
Early Amazon Prime Day deals sees big savings on equipment every festival goer needs

Jun 21, 2023 | msn.com | Chris Burns

The weather seems to be on the up across the UK and with festival season now upon us, yes it's that time again to stock up on those camping essentials - or invest in new, as no one wants to sleep in a mouldy tent... After Amazon confirmed their summer Prime Day sale will begin on July 11, a number of stunning early discounts have already begun to appear.
UFC coming back to London in July: All you need to know as fights announced

May 22, 2023 | mirror.co.uk | Chris Burns

It's been confirmed that Tom Aspinall will face Marcin Tybura at the UFC Fight Night event in London on Saturday, July 22. The night at the O2 will mark the second time the UFC has come to the UK in 2023. The promotion's last event, UFC 286, took place in March, also at The O2, and was headlined by the welterweight trilogy clash between champion Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman in which Edwards came out on top.
Martin Lewis sends pension warning to those aged 45 to 70

Feb 20, 2023 | inyourarea.co.uk | Chris Burns |Alex Evans

PENSION ALERT: Martin Lewis revealed the information on his podcast (Photo by Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire) Reporting by Alex EvansMoney Saving Expert, Martin Lewis has warned that a pensions deadline is fast approaching that could cost people between the ages of 45 and 70 thousands. The finance guru was talking on the Martin Lewis Podcast, after he missed his regular ITV slot due to family commitments.
Bargain hunter buys £2 ornament only to discover its incredible real value

Feb 19, 2023 | inyourarea.co.uk | Chris Burns |Sophie Watson |Elaine Blackburne

THE REAL DEAL: Charles Hanson, owner of Hanson Holloway’s Ross, with the Chelsea baby (Photo by Hansons) Reporting by Sophie Watson and Elaine BlackburneAn avid bargain hunter who bought an ornament at a car boot sale for just £2 was amazed to learn it was actually worth an incredible £30,000. The buyer spotted the white a sleeping baby ornament at an event in Gloucestershire in the mid-1990s.
DVLA warns drivers who've had a licence for almost 10 years

Feb 18, 2023 | inyourarea.co.uk | Chris Burns |Lucy Farrell

LICENCE WARNING: Licences are valid for a decade after they're issued (Photo by John Stillwell/PA Wire) Reporting by Lucy FarrellThe DVLA has sent a warning to those who have had their driving licence for almost a decade. The organisation has said those people must renew it in time or face a penalty. As it stands, licences are valid for a decade after they're issued, but anyone who continues to drive once it has expired is committing a serious offence, as their insurance will no longer be valid.