The Wharfedale Observer: News from Otley and surrounding areas.

Our performing animals are part of the family, say circus bosses

8:00am Thursday 8th April 2010

Annette McIntyre considers the arguments surrounding the use of animals in circuses.

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Family history quest from New Zealand to old country

8:43am Monday 5th April 2010

Annette McIntyre explains how a photocopied page from a family diary began a written journey linking New Zealand to 19th century Yorkshire.

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Growing clamour for ban on plant food used as legal high

9:05am Thursday 25th March 2010

Amanda Greaves examines the moves being made to combat the dangers of mephedrone.

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Nell Bank boss has no doubts: We are the best!

9:17pm Wednesday 17th March 2010

Suzy Poole finds out what makes an outstanding outdoor educational centre.

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