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After a welcome reminder I have read the said terms. I see why some of my posts faIl. Any pertaining to current political concerns are not perhaps couched in calm language.

I am looking for one of these, too. Can't bear the thought of putting her in kennels although those who know me well would probably say I'm too soft. I think there is already a word for this: dog-hosting. Maybe we could set up some sort of reciprocal arrangement along the lines of the baby-sitting circles that served us so well a few years ago? Either that or I'd happily pay the going rate and put things on a proper commercial footing.

We are looking for a local dog boarder, not kennels, for our young goldendoodle, for when we can't take her on holiday with us.
Audlem, or within 2/3 miles of, is ok; someone who is happy to take in dogs for up to 2 weeks and be like a second home. Anyone have recommendations?
Thanks!

Perhaps the people who criticise the Editors ought to read the terms of use.

No, no, no, that all sounds wrong. I don't mean I'm on Steph I mean I'd like to talk to her, join her for a drink, she sounds like she knows a bottle or two.
Steph made us giggle whilst we were still in bed, maybe it doesn't happen as much as it used to but our neighbours have been smiling at us ever since!
I have never met Steph but I've thought of a way to find her, remember Where's Wally well I'm doing Search Steph and I've thought of this. I'd like all of Audlem to do a fancy dress day and Steph stay normal, see where I'm going with this....
I feel very at home in Audlem now, reading Chat-line has provided me with inner strength, missing dogs, found dogs, bats out of hell and wanted Wheelie bins to name a few but reading Steph has made my day week and year, keep it up as you might say!
So, to the mention of balls, some years ago whilst living in a busy city I went to catch a bus home, as I approached the bus stop I saw a blind gentleman, white stick, dark glasses, he was obviously in distress, so I asked him if he was ok, he said and I quote ' My truss is killing me' l was glad he couldn't see my expression, with that the bus turned up and he said the same thing to the bus driver, I recognised that expression and grimace!
So, it's goodbye from me, I'm off to Search Steph I could be gone some time.
Stay sane, sorry I meant safe everyone.
Jen

Does anyone know if the lad that was knocked off his motorbike is okay? Incident occurred last week on Woore road at the longhill Lane junction...driver didn't stop!

Large brown retriever type dog running loose on Cheshire st about 20 minutes ago towards Little Heath
Almost ran over by a car.
I was unable to catch it as it was going like a bat out of hell.

I've started a different thread as responding under the "Steph is Back" thread would rather distract from the accolades that Steph rightly deserves. It's a shame that Ann has to take pot shots. However my comment was intended to be somewhat rhetorical, rather than literal, to show appreciation for Steph's efforts.
As to making regular contributions myself, I'm afraid personal circumstances mean I don't have the time, and I certainly have nothing like the level of talent as Steph. I do try to add the odd chatbox post, but I too have been blocked on a number of occasions recently for what I consider relatively mild stuff. Constantly being blocked discourages making contributions and whilst I understand why you in particular feel the need to defend the editors, I do feel that Andrew Carr has a point. There seems to be a pandering to the Mary Whitehouse brigade on the one hand and the overly woke on the other resulting in a rather sterile forum now and within that a rather capricious application of "the rules" whatever they may be. But overall I feel the sensibilities of a small minority shouldn't be a determining factor in what the majority can enjoy.

Couldnt agree more with Andrews comments. It made me laugh out loud, something Ive not done for a very long time, so well done Steph, keep them coming.

I very much enjoyed Steph's article. Great to read the Chatbox entries today although sad that it still seems that the hardworking editors still seem to be shot at. Why not keep your surprise to yourself. And if Steph has the time to fill a weekly slot that would be great but I imagine she has lots to do and might not wish to be tied to a weekly slot. The editors would i think be glad for more of her contributions.
Perhaps whoever suggested a weekly post might like to contribute something himself.
Meantime thanks Steph....and for the book.

I was delighted to read the latest offering from Steph – it certainly put a smile on my face, and I really enjoy the frank interpretations that Steph brings to her humour.

I was somewhat surprised (and equally pleased) to see that Steph's piece was published without any intervention from the sometimes overzealous editors of AO. Her suggested alternative phrase to "Grow some balls" and the explanation thereof was hilarious!

Brilliant!
Steph should have a weekly slot.

What better way to lift the spirits than to start the day with a 'Steph Story', I have always said Steph should write a book, she is so talented. Probably the only articles on the web I actually read to the end.

The precept was agreed about 48 hours ago – the volunteers at the council are working on the minutes and an update for AOL on the matters discussed. Lots was achieved in the last APC meeting, so an update will be available very shortly.

Does anyone know what the precept (Council Tax Bill) for Audlem is for year beginning April 2022 to March 2023, which has been discussed and agreed by The Finance Committee and approved by the full council on the 10th of January?

Can anyone recommend a local person/business who will repair and service recliner/riser chairs. Have used Ableworld before but would like to try someone else. Thanks

Perhaps people would like to read the article in the Express today – BBC fury: 'Absolutely disgraceful!' Viewers fume at 'biased' reporting of Boris's party

Hi Simon

This is something I may be able to help with. If you want to get in touch, my email address is hayleymbottomley@gmail.com

Kind regards

Hayley

A thank you to all of the residents and parrish council who submitted objections/concerns about the plans to build a new sewage pumping station in very close proximity to properties , and the disruption going to be caused by heavy construction traffic in that local , would have liked a few more but thats the way it goes , so far no word from council as to decision .the extension to the audlem sewage treatment plant will no doubt cause a few problems , traffic wise equally but at least it has a dedicated track .

Lost 3 keys on small ring. Please contact me if found. Many thanks

Hi all, we are looking for a local dog walker/minder to call in on our Sprocker puppy on the off chance we are both working away, would just be to call in and feed, let in garden etc, any recommendations very welcome. (would not be on a regular basis as one is us is WFH most of the time)

Simon and Ioana

I too admit to the same challenge as you have Anna – no response from the Community Woodland Group regarding my offer to volunteer to work with others in the great outdoors. Perhaps there was a typo in the email address.

No doubt a certain Editor will block my post as he does with anything I try to post these days. However, since Chris Dyson has raised the issue of political bias, I will try.
The issue of whether anything is biased of course depends on your own political viewpoint. However, I quote from the Wikipedia page on GB News "GB News has been widely described as right-leaning on political issues". It's contributors are predominantly right wing.
It's popular to brand the BBC as biased – both the left and the right do it, so on balance it's probably getting it right. However as someone left leaning myself the concerted efforts of the government since 2010 to populate the higher levels of management with right leaning people (it's well documented in "Private Eye") mean I rarely turn to it for broadcast news – I find Sky and ITN more balanced overall.

Hi,
I'm keen to fi d out about the Community Woodland Group. I expressed interest to Chris about 6 weeks ago and have messaged again but I haven't had a response.
Can anyone let me know if its still going and who to contact please?
Thanks

Anna

Retune your telly and go to 236 on Freeview , or Sky 515 or search on Internet ............It's a news channel that is not as biased as the BBC