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Day: February 5, 2019

Overstrand Municipality steps up ‘dogs on leash’ compliance

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Overstrand Municipality’s Environmental Department requests that residents living adjacent to the Fernkloof Nature Reserve, or the general public using the nature reserve for recreational purposes be mindful of the current state of the veld and support the recovery of wildlife after the recent fires. “A young female duiker, injured during the January fires in Fernkloof, … Read moreOverstrand Municipality steps up ‘dogs on leash’ compliance

George Municipality reviews electricity tariff structures

electricity

The George Municipality is currently reviewing the way electricity is being charged to better address the overall cost of the provision of electricity to its citizens. George Municipality Deputy Director Electrotechnical Professional Services, Paul Gerber, said municipalities had traditionally used the cost per kilowatt-hour it paid to Eskom as the only guideline for setting electricity … Read moreGeorge Municipality reviews electricity tariff structures

2019 Junior City Council welcomed at George Council Chambers

Junior City Council

A group of the 2019 Junior City Council visited the George Council Chambers on Thursday, the first George Council meeting for 2019. “Members of the Junior City Council pictured here with Executive Deputy Mayor Charlotte Clarke, Executive Mayor Melvin Naik and Speaker Gerrit Pretorius in the Council Chambers,” said Debra Sauer, George Municipality Communications Department. “The Mayor welcomed … Read more2019 Junior City Council welcomed at George Council Chambers

Drugs, unlicensed firearm and ammo seized in Bishop Lavis

Bishop Lavis

Members attached to Operation Thunder descended to Bishop Lavis in their efforts to curb gang related shootings in the area. “They followed up on information and searched a vehicle that was parked at an address,” police said. “The members discovered an unlicensed firearm and ammunition as well as an assortment of drugs worth a substantial amount.” Bishop Lavis man … Read moreDrugs, unlicensed firearm and ammo seized in Bishop Lavis

Four men arrested in Lentegeur following triple murder

Cape Town

Prompt action by the Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit, together with Lentegeur police, led to the arrest of four men, aged between 18 and 26, following a triple murder that occurred in Lentegeur on Monday morning. “on Monday morning, at about 10:45 , three men were shot by five suspects,” said police. “Police conducted tracing operation and arrested … Read moreFour men arrested in Lentegeur following triple murder

MEC opens netball court at Outeniqua Park

Outeniqua

Western Cape MEC for Cultural Affairs and Sport, Anroux Marais, officially opened a new netball court at Outeniqua Park on Saturday. She also thanked George Municipality and the Eden Sport Council for all their efforts in promoting sports as well as the teams that take part in sports. “Our women in sport are too few,” … Read moreMEC opens netball court at Outeniqua Park

15 George traffic wardens graduate at traffic colleges

George

The George Municipality last week celebrated the return of 15 learner traffic officers, who have successfully completed their year-long traffic officer training. The smartly dressed cadettes were welcomed back by Executive Mayor Alderman Melvin Naik following a show of their marching skills in front of the municipal buildings last Thursday (31 January 2019). “We are … Read more15 George traffic wardens graduate at traffic colleges

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