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Blizzard signalled a night of drama

Blizzard signalled a night of drama

FOR almost half a century he had told countless others when to go and when to stop but now it was time for him to take his own cue for retirement.

 

Rail warriors who are still fighting for travel rights

PERSEVERANCE, dedication and commitment - the three key words behind Storm, the local rail users' group.
Late sub hits spot to bring end to bus saga

Late sub hits spot to bring end to bus saga

FOR three decades bus shelters had been scattered around the town centre - on The Butts, The Esplanade South Parade and Town Hall Square.

 

Yellow brick road

Yellow brick road

IN 1930 the Transport Act came into force, regulating bus and coach companies for the first time. In order to be granted licences, each operator had to provide evidence that the services were indeed run and that passengers were carried.
Ernest took wheel in drive for road safety

Ernest took wheel in drive for road safety

TOWNSFOLK used to call him Safety Smith - and for good reason.

 

 

Other Headlines...

Swiss precision helped dig up clearer future No, sir, we didn't like your idea Popular newcomers pointed way ahead Bringing people off the line for summer fun Trio steered town on path to progress
When royals stpped off for a sleep Special delivery from parcels to passengers Hero on slippery slope to disaster Tram link is trip back to the future Cars and planes brought curtain down on empire
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