Archive | March, 2011

Local heroes shortlist for new bench is revealed – Hastings Observer

31. March 2011

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Local heroes shortlist for new bench is revealed – Hastings Observer

Hastings Observer Local heroes shortlist for new bench is revealed Hastings Observer A FAMOUS comedian, a medical pioneer, an influential author and an inspirational young BMX rider are among the names vying to be immortalised in a new sculpture. In January, the Observer invited nominations for people with local connections to adorn ..

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Duke of Kent’s royal visit to Kidderminster – Kidderminster Shuttle

31. March 2011

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Duke of Kent's royal visit to Kidderminster Kidderminster Shuttle During the 40-minute visit, the The Duke saw young people using the BMX track and children from St George's CE Primary School told him about their recent daffodil day when they helped the Friends group plant 6000 bulbs in the park, funded by Grassroots ...

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Video: Party atmosphere as star Fern rides into town – Aylesbury Today

30. March 2011

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Video: Party atmosphere as star Fern rides into town Aylesbury Today Fern joined in the party atmosphere before the cyclists set off – even trying out the BMX bikes belonging to the break-dancers who gave an impressive display later in the day. Event organiser Kerri Coote said: “The atmosphere in Kingsbury Square was ...

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Multi-use games area is officially opened – Horncastle Today

30. March 2011

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Multi-use games area is officially opened – Horncastle Today

Horncastle Today Multi-use games area is officially opened Horncastle Today Coningsby Town Council has worked hard to bring this ambitious project to fruition, which has already seen a BMX track built and hundreds of trees and bulbs planted on the 18-acre field with help from local youngsters. Council clerk Kathy Roberts said ...

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Police renew appeal for information about robbery in Crewe – Crewe Chronicle

30. March 2011

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Police renew appeal for information about robbery in Crewe Crewe Chronicle Two men confronted the 20-year-old victim near the Shanaze Reade BMX Park on Victoria Avenue and demanded he hand over his belongings.

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Vandal attack is ‘sickening’ – Petersfield Today

30. March 2011

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Vandal attack is 'sickening' Petersfield Today The park has proved very popular since opening last November and the attack has upset many young skateboarders and BMX riders who use it. Mr Hitch said: “Some of them were frightened that we would come down and close it – but that is not the case. ..

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Skating towards boarding brilliance – Dunstabke Today

29. March 2011

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Skating towards boarding brilliance Dunstabke Today UNICYCLE tricks and boarding brilliance wowed the crowds as skating stars showcased their skills at the first BMX and skateboard event in Dunstable on Saturday. The Back 2 Basics team took over the tennis courts at Bennetts Recreation Ground in ..

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Lease wrangle leaves Portishead skate park in doubt – Bristol Evening Post

29. March 2011

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Lease wrangle leaves Portishead skate park in doubt Bristol Evening Post It is estimated around 20 to 30 young people would use the facility at any one time, using it to either skate or ride BMX bikes. PSP has been searching for a site for a new skate park in the town for the last two years and initially identified 14 ..

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PREVIEW: Bicycle Film Festival at FACT – Liverpool Echo

29. March 2011

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PREVIEW: Bicycle Film Festival at FACT Liverpool Echo Film highlights for the Liverpool BFF include Birth of Big Air (being shown at FACT on April 9 at 6.30pm), the much anticipated documentary on legendary BMX 'er Mat Hoffman, produced by Spike Jonze; and Where Are You Go, by veteran BFF filmmaker Benny ...

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Have your say on leisure cuts – Manchester Confidential

28. March 2011

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Have your say on leisure cuts Manchester Confidential "From the brand new BMX Centre in East Manchester to Heaton Park in the north and the Wythenshawe Forum in the south, we have world-class facilities, and we remain committed to the best possible provision. "However, the council needs to make ...

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