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As I write this restrictions are lifted, the sun is shining and you wouldn’t believe we’d been locked down for almost 18 months. Of course by the time this gets distributed we could be back to square one but we must live in the moment! Rain or shine lockdown or no lockdown, stay safe and keep supporting your local businesses and local people, while we all hope the vaccine does it’s job! Starting to get used to this normal life. As always to go a long with our puzzles and articles, we have a range of local businesses. Everything from the essentials like plumbers and electricians to pet food and driveway sealing. All local people offering a local service in one place for you to find. Our recipe this month is an adventurous one giving you all a taste of Japan. Celebrate what I’m sure will be a great Olympics with some Tonkatsu Pork. A great introduction to Japanese food for anyone that hasn’t tried the cuisine yet. Bon Appetite.
July's Quiz Winner was Sam & Oliver Rushmer from Northlands Close in Stanford-Le Hope who won a Peter Rabbit 2 DVD. Well done to all those who got the correct answer! In the kids quiz this month your little one has the chance to win a Mr Tumble DVD. Don’t forget you have to be in it to win it! If you would like to advertise with us, the last day to get your advert in is 15th August. We can design your ad for Free and a Month’s Advertising to 5,000 homes costs from as little as £25. You can contact us on 01268 330271 or email at sales@keepitlocal.marketing We do not vet our advertisers and take no responsibility for anyone who advertises in our magazines. Please stop by and like our Facebook page (Essex Business & Leisure Ltd)
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