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This England

Published 31 January 2008

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Way we tell ’em

Do you have an amusing or moving story to tell about your binoculars? If so, author and RSPB Council member Brin Best would love to hear from you.

Birds magazine (Peter Barnes)

Strangely bloody

Meanwhile, police were appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

Det Chief Insp Paul Barton, who is leading the inquiry, urged people to report anyone they have seen acting strangely since Friday, or returning home covered in blood.

Hampshire Chronicle (Harvey Cole)

Just the ticket

If you're travelling with more than one child and you want space for them to play, it's a good idea to buy more tickets than you need, or book out an entire compartment.

"Fifty top tips for travelling with kids", Observer (Sarah Davies)

Not a washout

Members of Gibson WI were entertained by a speaker on how the chore of washing up could be enlivened by choice of tea towel.

Walden Local (Anon)

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