Looking on the bright side

The continuing winter weather may be extremely inconvenient to many who have to travel afar, but some local residents have found unexpected bonuses in the inclement conditions.

One resident has contacted Audlem Online this morning to say how much he's enjoyed carrying out all his shopping in the village in recent weeks. It's so much more convenient than having to travel six or seven miles, he says.

The resident – who quips that he doesn't want his name published for fear of being showered with free goods and services by grateful retailers – says the real surprise is how much you can now buy in the village. And, he adds, the whole experience is so much more personal and friendly.

Another resident in touch today adds how, because of the conditions, most people are having to show more patience and are talking more to neighbours, checking that they are ok.

As they say, almost, every snow cloud has a silver lining.

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