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The cinema Vandalism At Playground In Easingwold 2 keeping Thirsk's cinema open. is a huge part of their social scene, Times change and in the current most enjoyed the interaction with their Peter Brown Spring Arrives On Claypenny................. 3 situation of course, the cinema as all team members and the customers, Gardening Talks.................................... 4 others, has had to temporarily close often not actually watching films - Managing Director Rat Or Water Vole? ............................... 4 it's doors. simply enjoying keeping the cinema Kevin Hollinrake MP Visited Outwood It's important that we hear of good open for others. 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