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Town Centre Rates PetitionA petition has been launched calling for an investigation into the rates burden of town centre businesses. Traders are calling on Torbay Council to look at the issue of business rates which they say are cripplingly high in the town centre having been 19 Jan 2012 |
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Winners light up award ceremonyThe efforts of dozens of families and businesses to brighten the winter gloom were recognised at a sparkling prizegiving ceremony. Chairman of Winter Glitterland judges Marshall Ritchie said this year's displays provided a warm welcome over the festive season for both local residents and visitors to the resort. 12 Jan 2012 |
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Winter Glitterland CompetitionAs Torbay town centres are brightened by more festive lights than ever this year, businesses and families are being urged to get on the 2011 Winter Glitterland trail. Businesses across the Bay have this year invested in extra lighting displays as part of their town centre improvement projects. And Torbay Town Centres Company is keen to see the brightening effect spread around Torquay 02 Dec 2011 |
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Best ever christmas celebrationA lantern parade, carol singing and fireworks got the festive season started in Paignton. The town held its first Christmas lights celebration since voting in favour of becoming a Business Improvement District, and it was reported to be the 'best ever'. 01 Dec 2011 |
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Explosive start to lights switch onThe calm waters of Torquay's inner harbour formed a perfect foil to reflect the spectacle of the town's festive fireworks. The popular Christmas tree lights feature was flanked by explosive displays from a pontoon in the harbour on a perfect, still winter's night. The weather helped swell the crowds who flocked to the town centre both for the entertainment which had been livening the 26 Nov 2011 |