A man today failed in a bid to bury his wife in the back garden. Dover Council took Terry Leigh to Canterbury County Court after he said his wife's dying wish was to be buried alongside their pets. The court was told the move would devalue neighbouring homes. - London Evening Standard (Robert Chesshyre)
The Wilmslow-based Bamby Choir is still seeking singers, especially sopranos, to join their friendly group. The ability to sing is helpful but not essential. - Advertisement in Wilmslow Express (Sigrid Rabiger)
Members of the Rylstone and District Women's Institute who stripped for a charity calendar have sold 100,000 copies and raised £310,000. The women, from North Yorkshire, hoped for 1,000 sales. - Times (Brian Taylor)
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