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Russell, Mark, and a loyal worker stood in the nearly empty shop
The 116-year-old business is set to close down due to personal, supply and economic reasons.

A brother and sister who used to live in Captain Cook's childhood home have shared their story.

Medals steeped in Stockton history will now to stay thanks to the generosity of a local man.


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