'Desperate situation': Synthetic cannabis dealing leads to death
The dealer had lost his job and was desperate for money to keep his household afloat.
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South Taranaki mayor urges people to express their views on Three Waters
Phil Nixon is urging communities to tell their local MP their thoughts on the reform.
Fenton Street Arts Collective displaying new exhibition
Picturesque views are displayed in Fenton Street Arts Collective in a new exhibition.
Taranaki charitable trust addressing mental health in the construction sector
Building Wellness Taranaki is helping create a sector that cares about the whole person.
Finals hosting rights on the line in Taranaki club rugby
NPOB and Stratford/Eltham are early contenders to host Taranaki club finals day.
Police appeal for sightings of missing Taranaki man
Police and Steven Walton's family are concerned for his welfare.
Trustpower rebrands, power schemes get makeovers
Manawa Energy is the new name for Trustpower, following sale of retail operations.
Review: The real crime here is the shortness of the season
Murder - isn't it fabulous? Theatre is anything but a drag in Les Femmes' latest show.
New screening system for Taranaki hospitals and Stratford health centre
After the trial, they will be rolled out to other locations including Stratford.
Power of words to take centre stage at Writers' fest
The power of words hits the stage in July, with TAFT's first standalone writers' festival.
'I can't even walk properly': Mum's $30K loan for hysterectomy to end pain
Her pain was so bad she would regularly faint at work.
Mission to Mars: Stratford student headed to US space school
The teenager plans to earn his spot at space school by doing odd jobs to fundraise.
How a single punch shattered the lives of one young couple
Violent attack at New Plymouth bar shows the "danger of alcohol and youth", judge says.
Rugby skills session gets Stratford youth prepared
Children from the district enjoyed some free rugby training from local premier clubs.
Lots of fun at informative Stratford Park day
The event is a chance to have fun, and learn more about the park.
Student shaves off eyebrows to support cancer society
Lara Abraham (15) shaved off her eyebrows to help those affected by cancer.
Granddaughter of past mayor seeks memories of him
Jennifer has lots of photos of, and letters from, Norrie Moss but wants to find out more.
Student raises most funds in Taranaki for Relay Your Way
A Stratford High School student raised the most money in Taranaki for Relay Your Way.
Returning inmate caught smuggling drugs into prison
The inmate was caught trying to smuggle the drugs into prison after compassionate leave.
'Gutted': vandals destroy flood warning gear, endangering community
The vandalism has left the community vulnerable to unexpected flooding.
New Plymouth: Hunt on for local legends
The New Plymouth District Council wants to hear about those who've made a difference.
New Plymouth: Upgrades to road proposed to make school run safer
The district council wants to make Mangorei Road safer for everyone.
Thunder on its way for Stratford Eltham codes
Stratford Eltham Rugby sports codes have changed to Stratford Eltham Thunder.
New date for Hardpark event
Hardpark event for car-lovers now takes place at Kaponga school on Saturday April 23.
High School supports Taranaki Cancer Society
Stratford students, staff and volunteers did an alternative Relay Your Way.
Avon School makes move to online learning for rest of term
Pupils will study from home for the remainder of the school term.
Hockey season underway with victory for Stratford Broadway men's team
Stratford teams have had a strong start to the season.
Opinion: Stratford mayor remains unconvinced by water reforms
To say the reforms are controversial would be an understatement, writes mayor Neil Volzke.
'I'm hōhā': Council iwi rep says nothing will change at leaching compost site
After years of breaches, Keith Holswich is fed up with the polluting composter.
Rock solid defence to protect beach
The rocks will protect the seafront at Onaero and Urenui.
Bus users advised to check before travelling
Taranaki Regional Council is urging people to check before they travel by bus.