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fromevalleyvoice September 2013, Issue 3
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Chaos at the school gate
Heads warn of accident waiting to happen if parents don’t heed warnings
As the new school year gets underway, Head Teachers are warning that children are risking serious injury or worse if parents in cars don’t improve their behaviour on the school run, Several schools in the area have told Frome Valley Voice of continuing problems caused by a small number of inconsiderate parents who flout the rules during school pick up and drop off. Parking on yelow zig-zags, on kerbs and across local residents driveways are just some of the misdemeanours that are raising temperatures at the school gate. There have already been some minor incidents, but the fear is that there may be a serious injury. Frustratingly, teachers say there is little they can do to stop it. Full story, page 4.
New South Glos show revealed EXCLUSIVE: Plans have been unveiled for a huge new show in Henfield for 2014. 20,000 people are expected to flock to the site off the Westerleigh Road for the two day event in August.
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Protests over new store Local businesses say any new
supermarket in Coalpit Heath would shut them. They’ve come together to fight any plans.
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Football kicks off as cricketers finish on high
Band on the run How this pair aim to entertain the crowds at this months Bristol Half Marathon whilst completing the race! More details on Page 5
Football teams get down to business as friendlies make way for league games. Meanwhile our cricket teams celebrate multiple promotions.
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