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Iconic Percy Street Gallery closes

08 Feb 10 | The doors have closed at Percy Street Gallery however Katie Barton’s memory will live on forever.

Man charged with illegal possession

08 Feb 10 | What police thought was a domestic violence incident turned out to be more than they had imagined.

Students ready for year’s challenges

08 Feb 10 | Local children have settled into school for the new year and are preparing for the exciting adventures ahead of them.

Town set to benefit from gas-fired power station

Store windows to embrace spirit of boot racing carnival

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08 Feb 10 | It was a quiet weekend for local sportspeople after the weekend rain forced clubs to call off games. The heavy rain dampened the cricket pitches and bowling greens, but gave some relief to farmers who have been looking forward to the rain.

Family affair at Parkes race meeting

08 Feb 10 | Brother and sister, top jockey Greg Ryan and Wellington-trainer Karen McCarroll, had an interest in the Lewis Pest Control Benchmark 60 Handicap (1000 metres) at Parkes, but not with the same horse.

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