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council

[koun-suhl] / ˈkaʊn səl /


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“When voters are frustrated, they often say: ‘The system’s not working, the only one working for me is my council member,’” Guerra said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The council said it was "disappointed" with the court's decision but still backed the reasons for Article 4.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Hernandez, among the youngest members on the council, had unexpectedly unseated incumbent Gil Cedillo, who was seeking his third term, in 2022.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Gwynedd has the highest concentration of second homes in Wales, and the council said stronger controls were needed to protect Welsh‑speaking communities and improve access to housing.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

He explained what had taken place at the council, what they had learned at Dark Gate and from Gwystyl.

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander




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