Malton and Norton are back in business. That's the message from today's survey that reveals 50 shop fronts in the towns have been refurbished.
Pessimists will argue that this is just papering over the cracks. Not at all. It is a statement of intent.
Traders who invest in their premises are giving a public vote of support in Malton and Norton's future. They are demonstrating that area can and will recover from the devastating floods.
The new look will boost the confidence of residents and impress visitors. These businesses are smartening up their act and that can only be good for the towns' prosperity.
Updated: 10:17 Wednesday, February 07, 2001
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