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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas; Soon the bells will start, And the thing that will make them ring, Is the carol that you sing, Right within your heart IT is a song we have loved for decad

FLOWERS are one of life’s joys – they make us happy whether they’re growing in a garden or given in a bouquet. However, at this time of year there aren’t many blooms to be found in our borders. Don’t

Editor Kim Stoddart shares some ideas for great no-cost gifts from the garden`

We can’t predict exactly how you’ll be feeling as the year comes to a close, but our best guess is that you’ll be in need of a breather. Because for many of us, 2025 has not been painless. Political t

The pressure is on to snap up glitzy gifts for loved ones, but it can leave many of us out of pocket by January. Here’s some ways to get more bang for your buck on Christmas gifts this year...

Q I’d like to help others this Christmas but my budget is limited. Do you have any tips? A There are lots of ways to help others that don’t involve money. Are there any local charities near you lookin