Learn the art of Kung Fu

Carmen Jacobs|Published

The Somerset West Kung Fu Academy is inviting those interested in trying out a new hobby this year, to join them in learning the art of Kung Fu. The academy’s Shaolin ...

Atleet beplan terugkeer ná terugslag met besering

Carmen Jacobs|Published

Somerset-Wes meestersatleet, Edna Brand, 72, beplan haar terugkeer na die atletiekbaan, ná ’n tydperk in rehabilitasie as gevolg van ’n besering verlede jaar opgedoen. ...

Making mediation services accessible and affordable to all

Carmen Jacobs|Published

The team of mediators from Mediate Mzansi, a new registered non-profit company based in Strand, has one mission in mind: to make mediation services available and ...

Traffic flow to be affected by construction of seawall

Carmen Jacobs and OWN Correspondent|Published

The City of Cape Town this week starts with the next phase in the construction of the Strand seawall and road users should take note of the traffic management plan ...

Keep pets cool in heat wave

Carmen Jacobs|Published

With the hot weather conditions being experienced across the Cape metropole, Capetonians have made it their mission to keep cool; equally important though is to ...

Be cautious of slithery visitors during snake season

Carmen Jacobs|Published

Scorching temperatures unfortunately means that snake season is officially in full swing and Helderberg-based certified snake catcher, Blackie Swart provide some ...

Somerset West musician a finalist in CPO’s competition for composers

Carmen Jacobs and OWN Correspondent|Published

A young composer, musician and music tutor from Somerset West has made it as one of the top five finalists in this year’s Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra’s (CPO’s) ...

Join an exciting beach clean-up in aid of a good cause

Carmen Jacobs|Published

The public is invited to a beach clean-up, drum-up and fire-up, event on the beach by Strand Surf Lifesaving Club, at Strand Beach on Friday January 31, at 6pm. ...

Overall contentment with matric class of 2024 results

Carmen Jacobs and OWN Correspondent|Published

The Western Cape Province achieved the highest National Senior Certificate pass rate in it’s history with a 86. 6%, a 5. 1% improvement on the 2023 pass rate revealed ...

Reading programme promotes caring for the environment

Carmen Jacobs and OWN Correspondent|Published

Young patrons at libraries will now be able to join in on the fun of participating in the Eco-warrior Reading Programme currently presented at City libraries until ...

Increase in fatal drownings at Strand Beach

Carmen Jacobs|Published

Statistics of fatal and non-fatal drownings recorded for this past festive season, reflect an unfortunate increase in incidents recorded at Strand Beach in comparison ...

Cemetery extension brings extra burial space

Carmen Jacobs and OWN Correspondent|Published

The extension of the Sir Lowry’s Pass cemetery brings with it added space for new burials, but also gives residents of Sir Lowry’s Pass the peace of mind in knowing ...

Drama unfolds at Wellington bank

Carmen Jacobs|Published

Drama unfolded at the Capitec bank branch in Church Street, Wellington, yesterday morning, Wednesday January 8, when a 41-year-old man allegedly held up banking ...

Community donations make Christmas Party a reality

Carmen Jacobs|Published

Aanhouwen, a work and care centre for persons with disabilities in the Helderberg basin, could with generous donations from the community host a Christmas Party ...

Swimmers urged to be safe at beaches

Carmen Jacobs and OWN Correspondent|Published

After a suspected fatal drowning at the Strand beach on Tuesday, December 10, the public has been reminded to be vigilant and exercise extreme caution when visiting ...

Bekendstelling van nuwe kinderboek net betyds vir die Kerskous

Carmen Jacobs|Published

Indien jy nog op soek is na die ideale geskenk vir die kleingoed hierdie Kersfees is ’n oulike kinderboek wat die verbeelding van jong lesers aangryp, altyd ’n wenner. ...

Book Review: Into the Uncut Grass

Carmen Jacobs|Published

Into the Uncut GrassTrevor NoahHarperCollins PublishersReview: Carmen JacobsPlayful. Entertaining. Witty with a charm reminiscent of old childhood classics I loved. ...

Awards recognise those keeping neighbourhoods safe

Carmen Jacobs and OWN Correspondent|Published

“I am very proud of the award, and I can only hope that it inspires the other members of our team as well. People close to me know the medical challenges I face ...

Beach safety programme kicks off

Carmen Jacobs and OWN Correspondent|Published

Last week saw the launch of the City of Cape Town’s annual Identikidz beach safety programme which every year, since its launch in 2016, ensures that little ones ...

Sun protection is important in skin cancer prevention

Carmen Jacobs|Published

Protecting your skin against the harmful effects of the sun should always be a priority and with December being Skin Cancer Awareness Month, the message of skin ...

Addressing GBV in the Cape Winelands

Carmen Jacobs|Published

The workshop was presented at the Wellington Readers library in Van Wyksvlei, Wellington. Pictured from left, are Marie Blignaut, Head of Library Services, with ...

Teach children to be water safe this summer

Carmen Jacobs|Published

The Helderberg and Winelands are peppered with dams, and teaching water safety is essential. With the upcoming school holidays, children will enjoy leisure time, ...

New flea market launched for community upliftment

Carmen Jacobs|Published

A community worker initiated the process to launch their own community flea market with the goals to introduce her community in Lourensia Park, Somerset West, to ...

Health awareness programme hosted in Wellington

Carmen Jacobs|Published

Drakenstein Municipality Executive Mayor Stephen Korabie, was one of the speakers during the event’s programme. Community health care worker, Andre Petersen, addressed ...