Singapore Local News, 2012-12-24

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Real Christmas trees gaining popularity in Singapore Live Christmas trees or fir trees seem to be gaining popularity in Singapore. But how do these trees - native to a cooler climate, fare in equatorial Singapore? Far East Flora says it imported about 6,000 trees this........     Charities see more volunteers during festive season The National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre (NVPC) said it is seeing more people coming forward to volunteer during the festive season. More of such seasonal volunteers are switching to regular community work. At........ Computer firm says town council's claim "inaccurate" A disagreement between Aljunied-Hougang Town Council (AHTC) and a company that used to provide its computer and financial systems continues. In a letter to the media, Action Information Management Pte Ltd (AIM) said AHTC Chairman........ 653-unit executive condominium development receives 800 applications Forestville, the latest executive condominium (EC) project at Woodlands, has seen strong demand from eligible home buyers since electronic applications opened on December 21. Close to 800 e-applications have been received over the........ S'pore's Nov inflation moderates to 3.6% on-year Singapore's inflation moderated to 3.6 per cent on-year in November, down from 4.0 per cent in October and lower than what economists had expected. Data released by the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) and the Monetary........

Metal theft on the rise again An area of concern for the authorities five years ago, the theft of metal has, in recent months, witnessed an increase, as construction activities are ramped up around the island. A total of 481 cases of metal thefts were reported in the first........     Heartlands abuzz with activity on Christmas eve Orchard Road and downtown are known to be packed on Christmas eve, but in the heartlands, streets and shops are also abuzz with activities...... Vegetarian and vegan dining options for festive season It's just one day to Christmas and the festive season would not be complete without a celebratory meal...... Charities see more volunteers during festive season The National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre (NVPC) said it is seeing more people coming forward to volunteer during the festive season...... S'pore's top social issues in 2012 Singaporeans are under significant environmental and psychological pressure, say sociologists...... Real Christmas trees gaining popularity in Singapore Live Christmas trees or fir trees seem to be gaining popularity in Singapore...... Computer firm says town council's claim "inaccurate" A disagreement between Aljunied-Hougang Town Council (AHTC) and a company that used to provide its computer and financial systems continues...... Road users urged to be responsible The Singapore Road Safety Council is appealing to road users to be responsible and safe during the festive season......