Ilona Hanne is editor of the Stratford Press
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Maze on Medallion offers all the fun of the scare
Entry is free each year, and attracts large crowds eager to get a scare or two.

Bilingual service planned for Eltham's All Saints church
The concept of bilingualism should be old news, not headline making, says Rev Bowers-Mason

18 more acts join Womad NZ 2024 lineup
From waiata to punk, classical to ska, the lineup includes a wide range of musical styles

Review: Upu brings poetry to beautiful life
Upu is a beautiful demonstration of the power of words.

Touchwood brings locally made homeware to market
The market has grown, and so has Adele and Pierce Devlin's business.

Fun, quirky and affordable items make the cut for Hummingbird Designs
Nicole always has a range of affordable and child-friendly items available.

Popular fete offers early start for Christmas shopping
A wide range of regular and new stalls will be there this year.

New principal on the power of education
Power of education in teaching students they can achieve anything, says the familiar face.

Opinion: Break the table talk rules this week.
Pass the salt to the right but consider breaking another dinner table rule this week.

Beauty is power says beauty queen / tradie
Amber is representing New Zealand in an international competition in Egypt next month.

Dancing their way to Australia
It's time to show Taranaki's talent to the world, says the group's creative director.

Stratford author looking for help to get book into schools
Siubhan says the book contains a message that all New Zealand children should hear.

Q&A with Nicola Kawana
Nicla Kawana grew up in Taranaki, and she is returning to her home stage during Reimagine.

Six more acts announced for Womad 2024
The quartet is one of seven acts currently named in next year's lineup.

Q&A with Sherilee Kahui: Sketching an emotional journey
Sherilee Kahui on colonisation, the wāhine Māori experience and cuts to theatre education.

Can you dig it - yes you can!
The park will give kids - and adults - the chance to test out their digger skills.

Editorial: Clarissa Dalloway had a point
Turns out, my English teacher knew something after all.

Review: Woven Pathways shows the true art of music
Technical precision combined with flair, passion and sheer talent in this performance.

Obituary: Peter Seymour Dalziel
Peter was an integral part of the Stratford community and will be greatly missed.

Palmers New Plymouth named best of the bunch
Plants, and customers, are at the heart of the successful business.

How much is a litre of milk? Election candidates face grocery challenge
Drag queen story time, abortion, potholes and more curly questions for candidates.

New Plymouth mayor hopes to trigger roading referendum
New Plymouth Mayor Neil Holdom says action is urgently needed.

Designer, pre-loved and vintage clothing ready to fill racks at pop-up shop
From vintage pieces to brand new designer brands, the pile is packed with fashion finds.

Detour in place on SH3 near Stratford after rolled truck closes section of highway
The truck rolled near the intersection of SH3 and Rutland Rd

Stratford's finest: Citizen Award recipients announced
The six recipients have all made a substantial positive difference to their community.

Review: A poignant love story you don't want to miss
Do not miss this show - it's theatre at its very best, writes Ilona Hanne.

Perfect time to bring Perfect Arrangement to life, says director
A play set in the past carries an important message for today's world says its director.

Lions clubs group effort a roaring success
Lions get great results when they work as a pack it seems.

Medical musicians set to perform in New Plymouth
A group of medical musicians will be playing in Taranaki this month

Opinion: Is it time to step back in time?
Some things shouldn't stay in fashion, others should, writes Ilona Hanne.

Cirque OLIO named as headline show for Reimagine Festival
The Australia based show will bring a New Zealand exclusive to Taranaki for the festival.

Review: Rachel Atlas's Gag Reflex is a gem of a show
This show is edge of your seat stuff, and not just because of the swords and knives

Review: Absolutely! Cabaret is Absolutely Fabulous
Absolutely! Cabaret is packed with fantastic acts

Stratford council approves 8.9pc rates rise
Councillors voted unanimously to adopt the annual plan with an 8.9 per cent rates increase

Review: Parker's Lots of Love exuberant and slightly exhausting
Chris Parker puts plenty of energy and comedy into the show.

Construction has begun on the two lane bridge project
Members of Ngāti Ruanui and Ngāti Maru opened the ceremony on Tuesday morning.

The Baking Company named Central Taranaki Regional Top Shop
The local eatery also won the Food and Beverage – Take Out Category Award.

Drag queens, rave parties and more - Q&A with Emma Vickers
Emma Vickers wants audiences to feel challenged, exhilarated and perhaps unable to sleep.

Opera, ukulele and more on offer at benefit concert
Parody songs such as I kissed a cow are only part of the talented singer's repertory.

Sole learn to swim provider in Stratford calls time on lessons
More information will be available after councillors meet on Tuesday and discuss the issue

King’s Theatre to star in new documentary
Whether your first date was there or you worked as an usher, your stories are wanted

Vandalism costing Stratford ratepayers more than money
One cemetery visitor says she no longer feels safe as a result

'Incredible' playground opened at St Joseph's Stratford
Thousands of sausages were sold to get this playground built

Review: Guaranteed to blow your mind
Review: This high-energy jukebox musical is guaranteed to rock you

Q&A with We Will Rock You's William Deane and Danica Manson
William Deane and Danica Manson are ready to rock the TSB Showplace stage.

Review: Spread the word - these actors are blessed with talent
The students claim the story and the stage as their own in this fantastic production

Two popular American bands ready to rock Bowl of Brooklands next year
The concert is one of only two by the bands planned for Aotearoa New Zealand

Taranaki Electricity Trust trustee censured after code of conduct complaint
Lawyers were brought in by both the trust and the individual trustee involved.

Opinion: Why we should cherish Taranaki's own crown jewel
You can fund plenty of clubs and groups for the price of just one coronation accessory.

Council draft annual plan now open for public feedback
Members of the public can make submissions on the plan until May 28

Brenda Buchanan - A much-loved friend of many
Brenda was remembered as being someone who gave her all to everything and everyone.