Warm reception

This crimbo, some three million people in the UK will have difficulty heating their homes or paying fuel bills.

That’s why those caring folks at the Home Heat Helpline have a solution for people worried that a friend, neighbour or family member is having trouble keeping warm.

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Get the message

Christmas is coming, the Duke is getting fat. And so is Captn for that matter. But we’re not worried, for life is good here at PRSD towers.

So fulla the festive spirit are we, that we’ve put together an alternative Christmas message for your delectation. Yes, you can choose between the mad old lady on BBC1, the moderate Muslim

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Crimbo selecta

More than a third of citizens in the People’s Republic are determined to show how pinko they are this crimbo by buying ethical prezzies. That’s according to a survey by Friends Provident, the founder of the UK’s first ever retail ethical fund, Stewardship.

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Roundup reloaded

There’s no Arthouse Roundup this week – apparently cinemas aren’t showing anything for a coupla weeks cos of a little thing they like to call Christmas.

Stupid oafs!

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Weeping and woozles

Who knew Woozle Tracking was a festive activity? Well, if you’re up in Haldon Forest it is. There’s a whole day of tracking the Woozel on Saturday, December 23. Tally-ho! But if you fancy something more sedate, take a Santa’s Stroll, everyday up to Christmas Eve (we’re not sure if the Big Man will make

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Toxic Waste Monkeys – Melting Pot, Tues 19 December, Newton Abbot

Five years into their career, and yet just 16 and 17 years old. No mean feat. Their music and playing style reflect the years of practice and development. A track like Woodstock shows their layers of musicianship, and confidence. Alex Lane on drums continually lays down a solid and, as required, varied foundation. James Stephens

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Turner overdrive

The Art Fund, the UK’s top indie art charity, has helped Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery snap up a watercolour by the British landscape whizz, JMW Turner.

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