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fromevalleyvoice January 2014, Issue 7
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Letters, Page 8| What’s on, Page 16
Things are looking up
Businesses say confidence is returning to local economy
2014 is shaping up to be a much better year for the Frome Valley Economy. That’s the message from local businesses as they gear up for the new year. Frome Valley Voice has taken the economic temperature in the area, from the local high street to various businesses that have made their home here. Although the area has had to shoulder some tough times during the recession as austerity took hold, it would seem that it is ready to bounce back. The recovery would appear to be led by the housing market which is buoyant thanks to a lack of available homes for sale. But other businesses, some set up in the teeth of the recent economic downturn, say that the outlook for the new year is excellent. Story: Pages 6 & 7
Solar cash windfall secured Frampton Cotterell in line for £18,000 a year from solar farm, as planners give the green light.
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Adventure playground for Frampton? No snow, but a mild December did give the Frome valley a glimpse of some of nature’s wonders
Councillors review all of the villages play facilities.
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Winterbourne’s Northern Soul star Teenager’s dance videos are hit on YouTube.
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Sport’s the star of the show
South Glos Show book star BMX rider.
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