Issue 337
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March 31, 2025
The Purbeck Gazette www.purbeckgazette.co.uk
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Red Arrows to stage show in Swanage for first time since 2017
GOODBYE TO FIREFIGHTER Crew manager Tom Reid hangs up kit for last time after 41 years in service Page 8
FULL STORY: PAGE 3
PLANS FOR BANK BUILDING Town wants to use it as ‘cultural hub’ Page 5
RAIL CROSSING SOLUTION Future secured for ‘long-term’ following meetings Page 4
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