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Hi there and welcome to the latest edition of Local Focus. I can hardly believe that we are into February and heading towards  Easter! The days are gradually getting longer and we can all look forward to the promise of warmer weather and sunny days.
In this issue we have a great idea for a different Valentines Day surprise for your other half. Look at our guide to the Chinese New Year and take a romantic and exciting trip to London to experience the excitement of the New Year Parade in Trafalgar Square.
Been thinking about starting your own business? Take a look at Mark Batty’s article on his SMART (small and medium area repair technology) business. Or have you always liked the idea of writing and publishing a magazine? Local Focus is now looking for special individuals who have the desire and ambition to succeed in running their own business. if you are serious about working in this exciting and rewarding environment, contact us and find out more.
What about boys and their toys? Read about four school friends who took to the road and went to Germany on their motorbikes. It’s amazing what can be planned over a few pints in the pub and beats a ‘book club’ any day!
Thank you once again dear Readers and Advertisers for your contributions. Local Focus is YOUR magazine and we are always keen to have articles from you, so if you have an idea for a story or something interesting to tell, please do write or e-mail me.
Cheryl Hooper, Editor
Welcome to the December/January 2010 issue of Focus Magazine. As you will see, we have an exciting new look and have changed the format of the magazine so each town has its own ‘local focus’. We are also celebrating our second Christmas and have some great reader offers to help make the festive season start with a bang! A bit strapped for cash? Try our ideas for cash conscious chums and enter the true spirit of Christmas without spending a fortune. Do you run a business and haven’t sorted out the office Christmas party yet? Consider our alternative and enter our competition to win tickets for up to 10 people for a free paint balling day out! Charlotte Stevens was our last competition winner and won a trip to meet Matt and Giselle at Heart FM – read about her on page 9.
Our dinner party menu will give your friends something to talk about right into the New Year, and for the younger ones, why not try out our fabulous Jewelled biscuits to hang on the tree or just give as beautiful Christmas presents.
So, relax and enjoy our new look and please do send me interesting articles or features about your community when you can. This is YOUR local magazine, and we are always keen to feature local stories where possible.
Happy Christmas!
Cheryl Hooper, Editor
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