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![Logging train revival to help 'deteriorating' Napier-Taihape Rd](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Logging train revival to help 'deteriorating' Napier-Taihape Rd
'After some pencil-sharpening, we’ve been able to get this agreement in place.'
!['Freaking amazing': Desert Road closure brings boom to small town](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
'Freaking amazing': Desert Road closure brings boom to small town
Ohakune businesses have thrived since the two-month closure began.
![How a 21-year-old woman became one of NZ's youngest supermarket owners](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
How a 21-year-old woman became one of NZ's youngest supermarket owners
'When I tell them my actual age, they do get shocked.'
![Former minister Russell Marshall dies aged 88](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Former minister Russell Marshall dies aged 88
Russell Marshall was Whanganui MP from 1972 to 1990.
![One dead after truck hits pedestrian in Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
One dead after truck hits pedestrian in Whanganui
Emergency services went to SH3, near Blueskin Rd in Westmere, about 10.15am today.
![White-tailed spider bite leaves man in hospital for a month with deadly infection](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
White-tailed spider bite leaves man in hospital for a month with deadly infection
Andy Stewart pushed on with his motorbike trek despite his growing pain.
![Third murder charge laid after man found dead at Levin park](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Third murder charge laid after man found dead at Levin park
There have now been three men charged with murder.
![Celebrating community and history as we say farewell](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Celebrating community and history as we say farewell
OPINION: The enduring legacy of local stories in the Horowhenua Chronicle.
![Thumbs-up for central North Island village name change](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Thumbs-up for central North Island village name change
National Park Village is being renamed Waimarino.
![From Foxton with love: Gazza’s pop-up cards bring joy](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
From Foxton with love: Gazza’s pop-up cards bring joy
Gary Stewart said the cards are a great way to promote his favourite place.
![Horowhenua District Council and iwi sign partnership](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Horowhenua District Council and iwi sign partnership
The council and iwi celebrate a new partnership with ceremony and kapa haka.
![Police shoot dogs that attacked person](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Police shoot dogs that attacked person
Police were called to the Talbot St area on Monday morning.
![Farewell to the 'Chron': Former Horowhenua Chronicle reporter shares memories](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Farewell to the 'Chron': Former Horowhenua Chronicle reporter shares memories
Frankie Webb reflects on her decade reporting for the Horowhenua Chronicle.
![Christmas message from Bernie Wanden](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Christmas message from Bernie Wanden
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden.
![Busy year for Levin Volunteer Fire Brigade](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Busy year for Levin Volunteer Fire Brigade
The brigade has praised volunteers and families for their dedication.
![Horowhenua AP&I Show marks 119 years with exciting events for families](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Horowhenua AP&I Show marks 119 years with exciting events for families
Horowhenua AP&I Show celebrates 119 years with fun activities for all the family.
![Foxton Community Op-Shop supports local](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Foxton Community Op-Shop supports local
The Foxton Community Op-Shop was founded by Julie Petersen and Jenny Stokes.
![School names new library after beloved deputy principal](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
School names new library after beloved deputy principal
Donna Rowe retires after 33 years; Fairfield School honours her with their new library.
![Council to consult community on new bylaw](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Council to consult community on new bylaw
The council will be consulting on the new bylaw in January.
![Experts warn of rising family harm during holiday season](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
Experts warn of rising family harm during holiday season
'Family harm is a crime. We encourage those affected to reach out for help.'
!['I remember calling her mum at work once': Mother and daughter graduate together](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=870)
'I remember calling her mum at work once': Mother and daughter graduate together
'I feel humbled and proud to have that moment.'