1 October 2011

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A post box in Woodbury Avenue which disappeared, presumed stolen, in June was replaced with a new one last month. Local resident Mr Barden originally alerted the Town Council to the loss of the post box, and the Council contacted the Royal Mail to ascertain whether it would be replaced, and a likely date for the work to take place.

When an original date for replacement of around the middle of August passed and no box appeared, the Town Council chased the matter further and was told one would be installed on 2 September.

"We are pleased to report that the new box is finally in place," said Town Clerk Julie Holden. "This will be a huge relief for the local residents who have been inconvenienced by its loss over the summer."