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Woman who paid £400 on Gumtree for dying kitten called ‘Ghost’ calls for tighter laws

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A cat lover who says she was duped into buying a kitten destined to die young from a fatal heart condition has started a petition calling for all kittens being sold to be checked by vets first. Dianna Voyatzis, from Maida Vale, London, bought Ghost, a grey tabby, during the first lockdown in April but … Read more

Mobile barbers and hairdressers post adverts on Gumtree despite lockdown

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Barbers and hairdressers are offering black market cuts and styling in spite of the lockdown restrictions.  Analysis by MailOnline has revealed self-employed workers are advertising their services online, despite strict guidelines prohibiting them going into people’s homes.  Dozens of barbers, beauty therapists and hairdressers are offering to work in homes, via the online marketplace Gumtree.  … Read more

Mechanic transforms a rusty old Volkswagen into a retro vehicle – which sold for $60,000 on Gumtree 

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From rust to riches! Mechanic transforms an old Volkswagen Kombi van into a stunning retro creation – before selling it for a $55k profit An Australian mechanic has restored a rusty old van into a stylish motorhome  Phil Hoken, 39, said he purchased the 1975 Volkswagen online for $5,000  The restoration took seven months to … Read more