Ms. Wilson said the city opted to build the stadium on the site of the existing city hall because it was centrally located.

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The project will improve the existing library and town hall site, with new shops and council offices.

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In addition to the existing Oasis facilities, the scheme will also include a ten-pin bowling hall, multiplex cinema, and restaurants and bars.

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Cash, who had won practically every existing country music award, in 1992 was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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Hall said on Tuesday he could not continue in the post "because of a pre-existing medical condition which is exacerbated by stressful situations and constant travel".

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