Oyez! Oyez!
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When former town councillor Barry Griffiths was appointed town crier, his first cry was to announce his selection.
He beat four other contestants and went on to take part in a national competition as part of the Barmote Courts’ 700th anniversary celebrations.
Was he a wise choice?
Town mayor John Hopkinson, Councillors Mary Waterhouse and Charles Richards were not so sure!!!