New vehicles introduced to the frontline in the fight against wildfires
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FIRE crews tackling wildfires across Staffordshire can now make the most of new equipment after the fire and rescue service made some additions to its fleet. Two new vehicles – which are now fully operational...
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NEWS Recycle your garden waste and support St Giles Hospice by registering for Greencycle
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KEEN gardeners in Tamworth will be able to beat the queues at the tip while raising funds for St Giles Hospice thanks to a new recycling fundraiser launching this week. Many people have been getting...
Morrisons launches ‘Vegan Essentials Food Box’
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The box which contains 23 products for £35, including next-day delivery, is designed to feed two people for one week MORRISONS has launched a brand-new Vegan Essentials Food Box to help its vegan customers during...
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NEWS New rules for Social Distancing – what do they mean?
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FROM Today, June 1 2020, new rules are in place in England with regards to the restrictions in around Self-Isolation and Social Distancing. The government has set out its plan for what they say is...
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NEWS Schools in Staffordshire step-up to the challenge of re-opening to more students
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AROUND three-quarters of the county’s 313 primary schools in Staffordshire are expected to open to more pupils today (June 1), with nearly all primary schools expected to open in the next two weeks. Social distancing...
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NEWS Borough Councillors cost Tamworth tax-payers nearly £270,000
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THE latest figures released from Tamworth Borough Council show that the Borough Councillors for Tamworth cost the tax-payer nearly £270,000 for the year 2019-20 in expenses. The yearly figures which were released this week...
False alarms make up just under a fifth of lockdown call-outs
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There were also 17 hoax calls in the period. STAFFORDSHIRE Fire and Rescue has received just short of 600 false alarm call-outs since the coronavirus lockdown began – with officers issuing a warning over the...
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NEWS Dispersal order in place at Cannock beauty spot
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OFFICERS have dispersal orders in place following a spout of anti-social behaviour at beauty spots across the county. Staffordshire Police has put a dispersal order in place on Marquis Drive in Cannock following a number...
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NEWS APPEAL – £60,000 worth of property stolen in Elford
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DETECTIVES are appealing for information following a burglary at a rural business in Elford. At around 0145 BST on Saturday 9 May, two offenders forced entry to an outbuilding in Elford and stole specialist farming...
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NEWS Considerate parking plea to beauty spot visitors this weekend
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MOTORISTS are being reminded to park considerately if visiting popular county beauty spots this weekend and not cause any obstruction. With good weather forecast through the weekend, some locations could be busier than usual. It...
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NEWS South Staffs Water asks customers to be water wise as hot weather causes spike in demand for treated water
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The plea comes as hot weather causes spike in demand for treated water THE sunniest April on record, followed by a hot and dry May, has led to a big increase in the demand for...
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NEWS Almost 300 drivers caught speeding by motorway officers
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Central Motorway Police Group, who cover both Staffordshire and West Midlands, caught 575 in total across both regions. ALMOST 300 motorists  - including some travelling at double the speed limit - have been caught speeding during...
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NEWS Wetherspoons reopening plans are ready for official government go-ahead
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JD Wetherspoon has drawn up plans to ensure that its staff and customers are safe before its pubs reopen. The company, which has one pub in Tamworth, The Bole Bridge in Bolebridge Street, will open...
Are your employees or colleagues in abusive relationships?
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A STAFFORDSHIRE domestic abuse support service is urging local employers to be on the look-out for tell-tale signs their employees might be in an abusive relationship and in need of support. The request comes as...
Bolehall shoppers’ dividends help girl footballers to reach their training goals
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ONE of Tamworth’s best-known and long-established junior football clubs has netted a much-needed donation from kind-hearted shoppers at Bolehall Co-op. St John’s Junior Football Club will use the £500 grant to buy new training equipment...
Pioneering St Giles Hospice service offers virtual support to bereaved Tamworth families
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BEREAVED people in Tamworth are meeting online to support each other and beat isolation thanks to a pioneering service offered by St Giles Hospice. In recent weeks St Giles has launched three virtual bereavement help...
Staffordshire fire crews receive more than 50 call-outs to secondary fires over Bank Holiday weekend
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More than 70 firefighters attend a fire covering approximately 15 hectares of Cannock Chase on Friday evening STAFFORDSHIRE Fire and Rescue received more than 50 call-outs to secondary fires over the most recent Bank Holiday...
Opportunity to shape plans for new history centre
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PEOPLE from across Staffordshire are being reminded that there is still time to help shape exciting plans for a new history centre for the county. Staffordshire could be home to a brand new £3.9m...
Latest figures show importance of tourism to Staffordshire economy
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AS the Coronavirus lockdown approaches its scheduled conclusion, the county’s official tourist board has released latest figures demonstrating the importance of tourism to the Staffordshire economy. To coincide with the return of the annual English...
Libraries continue to see rise in demand for e-books
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PEOPLE looking to keep themselves entertained over the bank holiday weekend are being reminded of the range of e-books and e-magazines available from Staffordshire’s libraries service. The reminder comes as the demand for the eBook...
People urged to get composting with discounted bins
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HOUSEHOLDERS in Staffordshire are being urged to take up composting with the help of discounted compost bins from the county council. The council’s waste team are offering Staffordshire residents the opportunity to get compost bins...
Tamworth’s demand for delectable doughnuts sees PROJECT D launch delivery service
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DELICIOUS doughnuts which have been enjoyed by Love Island contestants, fashionistas and even members of the Royal family are now being delivered directly to the doors of households in Tamworth. The brightly-coloured handcrafted treats are...
Local MP gives his view on Dominic Cummings
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THE Member of Parliament for neighbouring Lichfield has spoken out about Dominic Cummings who is the senior adviser to Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. Mr Cummings is facing calls from various people in all areas of...
Staffordshire County Council help launch new careers for Harry and Megan
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Staffordshire's own Harry and Megan now have new jobs thanks to the County Council scheme. YOUNG people continue to get their foot on the career ladder thanks to a work experience programme delivered by Staffordshire...
More time to nominate for Dignity in Care Awards
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People now have until 31 July to get their nominations in. PEOPLE interested in nominating work colleagues, carers, friends and family members or volunteers for a special award have been given more time to do...
85% of Midlanders admit to cleaning their car less than once a month – despite the ongoing pandemic
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A SURVEY conducted by a car leasing company has revealed that 85% of Midlanders admit to cleaning their car less than once a month, despite the fact that there is an ongoing pandemic where hygiene...
Santa is coming! Yes, it is only May!
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THE big man in red is coming to Tamworth this week - yes you heard that right.  Although you may feel like you have been in lockdown for months, we have checked and it...
County support for businesses and employees highlighted as out-of-work claimant figure rises
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A COUNTY Council business and employee support campaign is promoting a range of schemes launched as a result of the coronavirus crisis as the number of out-of-work benefit claimants in Staffordshire increases. Together with the...

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