{"id":141776,"date":"2017-01-08T06:45:00","date_gmt":"2017-01-08T04:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/141776\/top-five-stories-of-the-week-37\/"},"modified":"2017-01-08T17:53:12","modified_gmt":"2017-01-08T15:53:12","slug":"top-five-stories-of-the-week-37","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/develop.citizen.co.za\/germiston-city-news\/news-headlines\/2017\/01\/08\/top-five-stories-of-the-week-37\/","title":{"rendered":"Top five stories of the week"},"content":{"rendered":"

The top five stories on www.germistoncitynews.co.za for the week, December 31 to January 6, were:<\/p>\n

1 Be on the lookout for these vehicles: http:\/\/bit.ly\/2iCMvFz<\/a><\/strong><\/p>

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The SAPS in Primrose has asked the community to be on the lookout for several vehicles allegedly being used in crimes in the area. Vehicles included a white Volkswagen Golf, a white Mini Cooper, a black Citroen sedan and a silver Mercedes Benz.<\/p>

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2 National News – New hijacking trend in Gauteng: http:\/\/bit.ly\/2iimzxM<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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A new hijacking trend is doing the rounds in Gauteng, warn police. Hercules police spokesman Capt Bonginkosi Msimango said criminals removed registration numbers from parked cars while residents were out shopping to use in this disturbing trend.<\/p>\n

3 Be alert and aware at all times: http:\/\/bit.ly\/2hMtmDF<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The festive season is a time for family, friends and fun. However, it is also the time of year when criminals take advantage of people\u2019s vulnerability. With this in mind the SAPS has compiled a list of personal safety tips that it hopes residents will take to heart.<\/p>\n

4 Be prepared for more thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and hot weather \u2013 says SA Weather Service: http:\/\/bit.ly\/2ixYPGX<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The South African Weather Service warned residents to be prepared for more thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, damaging winds and hot weather. The extreme weather was predicted to hit the province from last Tuesday.<\/p>\n

5 Remember these important metro numbers: http:\/\/bit.ly\/2iIhamY<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The community is urged to report any water leaks, electricity outages or municipal complaints to the metro. Residents should receive a reference number when reporting issues to the metro. This reference number allows you to follow-up on the progress of your complaint.<\/p>\n

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