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John Wilson: Lighter wines for warmer days Don’t be afraid to chill these red wines – it brings out their fresh fruit flavours about 8 hours ago   I sat out in the garden for the first time recently; only for a short time because it was colder than it looked from inside, but it was an important first step. Some of my happiest wine moments over the past year have been sitting down, indoors or out, by myself with a book or newspaper, or with family, nibbling away on a few crackers and sippi...

Hermitage Road c1905 Comment by patrick byrne on September 26, 2014 at 12:08 Lovely image of the road in quieter times. I grew up in the house on the corner just out of view on the left of the picture (left of the lamp post). At that time ( 1950 to 1964), the road on the left (Finsbury Park Avenue) was most of the time a quiet cul-de-sac. However it was also one of the main pedestrian access routes to Harringay Stadium (Greyhound racing and Stock car racing) and to H...

Landmark licensed premises and off license has full planning permission for two holiday homes and two apartments

Landmark local pub on the market has planning permission for holiday homes and apartments 3 Apr 2021  ); Finlay’s Pub & Off Licence which occupies a prominent and highly visible location on Dublin Street, opposite Market Square in Monasterevin town centre is on the market with Jordan Auctioneers. The property, which is zoned Town Centre, has excellent potential to generate a substantial rental income, according to the selling agent. The property comprises the detached two-storey licensed pre...

Share One worker claimed they were underpaid for 1,114 parcels over eight weeks, missing out on almost £400 worth of commission. Another independent store said they were owed for 300 parcels across a six-week period. Natalie Lightfoot of Londis Solo Convenience in Glasgow said: Last week, myHermes only paid me for one parcel when I know I had processed double figures. When I see this, it makes me wonder if it has ever been right. And Atul Sodha, owner of Peverills Londis Harefield in Uxbridge,...

Barrow town centre shops that have remained open during lockdown. (Photo: Google Maps, Pixabay) EARLIER THIS WEEK, The Prime Minister announced a roadmap out of lockdown. This announcement included key dates to be aware of over the next few months that will contribute to life returning back to normality. According to Johnson, non-essential shops will be able to open from April 12. However, facemasks could still be required for shops up until June 17 which is the earliest bench mark for ...

Pic: Google Streetview PLANS to demolish a convenience store and the flats above it and to rebuild the premises have been given approval. Proposals were submitted last autumn to the council relating to Lees Off Licence on Westleigh Lane, Leigh. Planning permission had previously been granted to make internal alterations and create a single-storey rear extension at the shop. However, plans, submitted by applicant Lee Das, say the buildings "poor state of repair" mean a demolition is nece...

Buglers Off Licence organised a free delivery service during lockdown. - Credit: Buglers An independent store in Wrington has been nominated for the Best Village Store in the South West award. Buglers Off Licence, on the High Street, will face stiff competition in the Farm Shop & Deli Awards which will be judged by BBC radio host, Nigel Barden. Owners Paul and Carly Butchers took over the store in 2019 shortly before the coronavirus pandemic hit and left the pair scrambling to help the village...

Holbeach veteran celebrates 100th birthday with cards Published: 12:00, 16 January 2021 A Second World War veteran was still able to celebrate his 100th birthday in style after being inundated with cards from wellwishers. Alan Barkes had been planning a special party to mark this milestone birthday for five years but unfortunately this had to be postponed due to the pandemic. However, his birthday on Wednesday last week was still special thanks to his friends and the community in Holbeach who...

Others, such as food stores still remain open to the public. Dalton Road businesses who are allowed to welcome in customers include Home Bargains, Wellfed Community Grocer, Poundland and the European Food Store. On Rawlinson Street you will find the Charming Deli Food Shop, Battys Off Licence and Tesco. Heron Foods on Portland Walk, Wilko on Duke Street and LBG Ghuman LTD on Buccleuch Street are also open to shoppers. For those who are unable to leave their homes, or would like to red...