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The False Bay Echo (formerly the Fish Hoek Echo) was established in 1953 and renamed False Bay Echo in 1986. This long established popular community title includes the key shopping centres Longbeach Mall, Sun Valley Mall and Valyland Centre within its distribution area.
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False Bay RFC women and men triumph in friendly matches
Jon Harris|Published 1 hour ago

False Bay RFC women and men triumph in friendly matches

Cape Town Surf Pro wrapped up at weekend

fuad Esack|Published 1 hour ago

Catching waves at the Cape Town Surf Pro QS 1,000 finals at Long Beach, Kommetjie

City prepares for thousands of Two Oceans Marathon runners

Staff Reporter|Published 17 hours ago

Get ready for an exhilarating weekend as over 30 000 athletes from around the globe converge on Cape Town for the iconic Two Oceans Marathon, featuring stunning ...

Murder, mystery and mayhem in Black Coffee

Staff Reporter|Published 21 hours ago

Following a long and strong tradition of ‘Christie’ favourites, such asSpider’s Web, The Mousetrap, The Unexpected Guest, and Witness For The Prosecution, Pieter ...

Beachgoers warned as rabies confirmed in Cape fur seals

Published 23 hours ago

With rabies confirmed in Cape fur seals, beachgoers are urged to exercise caution. Learn how this outbreak affects your safety and the steps to take to protect yourself ...

Four new productions for Masque’s One-Act Play Festival

Published 1 day ago

Join the Masque’s One-Act Play Festival, featuring four captivating new South African plays by talented writers Lauren Bates, Alex Learmont, Dawn Garisch, and Charlene ...

Kommetjie climber to represent SA in Europe

Published 1 day ago

Nineteen-year-old Seth Donald from Kommetjie is set to represent South Africa in European Cup climbing competitions, but he needs to raise R100 000.

Fish Hoek branch commander retires after 39 years of service

Yolande Du Preez|Published 1 day ago

After 36 years of unwavering dedication to the South African Police Service, Captain Scharl Basson retires, leaving behind a legacy of service and heartfelt memories ...

Fish Hoek Agility Dogs gear up for world champs in Switzerland

Yolande Du Preez|Published 1 day ago

Join Duke and Reeva from Fish Hoek Agility Dogs as they prepare to represent South Africa at the prestigious World Agility Championships in Switzerland this June, ...

Anna Wolf on South African tour

Staff Reporter|Published 1 day ago

London-based Anna Wolf returns to South Africa for her much-anticipated Dear Daddy Tour, featuring her latest single and immersive performances.

Miller’s Point to Fish Hoek swim

Staff Reporter|Published 2 days ago

St James locals Ross Walkin and Byron Loker completed a 10. 5km open water swim from Miller’s Point south of Simon’s Town to Fish Hoek Beach in a time of 5 hours ...

Just Nuisance birthday trot

Yolande Du Preez|Published 2 days ago

Scores of dog owners joined in on the Just Nuisance birthday walk.

Choirs perform Brahms’s A German Requiem

Staff Reporter|Published 2 days ago

Don't miss the chance to experience the powerful performance of Brahms’s A German Requiem by three choirs this April.

Book review: 100 Poems to Help You Sleep

Lauren O'Connor-May|Published 2 days ago

Lauren O'Connor-May reviews a soothing collection of lullabies, hymns, and gentle verses in 100 Poems to Help You Sleep, designed to guide you into a peaceful slumber. ...

Grow the horse…. and the jockey

Steve Reid|Published 4 days ago

Explore the essential components of a successful business model and the mindset needed for entrepreneurial growth in this insightful second part of a four-part series. ...

St Luke's Combined Hospices hosts tea to honour donors

OWN Correspondent|Published 4 days ago

St Luke’s Combined Hospices held a heartfelt donor appreciation tea in Kenilworth, honouring generous supporters who provide vital palliative care for the elderly. ...

Welcome Glen potjiekos competition to raise funds for community centre

Yolande Du Preez|Published 5 days ago

Join the Welcome Glen Community Voluntary Association for a fun-filled potjiekos competition on March 29, aimed at transforming the historic Welcome Glen Farmhouse ...

Lenient sentence for hit-and-run driver sends troubling message to criminals

Yolande Du Preez|Published 6 days ago

Is South Africa's justice system failing vulnerable road users? A legal expert criticises a lenient sentence for a hit-and-run driver, raising questions about accountability ...

Bay ready for Durbel test ahead of SLA season

Jon Harris|Published 6 days ago

Motorvaps False Bay will complete their Super League A season preparations this Saturday, hosting Northern Suburbs rivals Durbell at Constantia.

Ubuntu boys have good run in group stages of Tournament by the Sea

fuad Esack|Published 1 week ago

After a smooth run in the Tournament by the Sea group stages, Ubuntu Football Academy's boys' under-14 side faced FC Kapstadt in the quarter-finals