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Surf’s up

Surf’s up

A thrill-seeking granddad has become a world record-breaker after WIND SURFING from Northern Ireland to Scotland in just 100 minutes – quicker than a ferry. Chris Loughridge, 57, made the 16-mil ...
Blooming shame

Blooming shame

A flower shop that had been blooming for over 150 years closed its doors after being pushed out by rising rents and supermarkets. Two sisters who have run the florist shop are to retire after more tha ...
Living life to the full

Living life to the full

Centenarian Kathleen Hilton celebrated her 105th birthday with a fry up – and said a full English breakfast was her secret to a long life. The grandmother of six and great-grandmother of nine ha ...
Tea free ton

Tea free ton

A former dinner lady who has turned 100 says she’s never had a cuppa – despite serving up millions. Caffeine-averse Betty Vosper has gone an entire century without a cup of tea or coffee & ...