Tamworth has lots of festive cheer to offer this Christmas
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Chainsaw used by police in hunt for drugs
> CRIME
Tamworth man stabbed in his own flat
> CRIME
Draft Agreement on withdrawal from EU – What does it say? What does it mean?
> COUNCIL & POLITICS
Appeal following another assault on dog walker
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There’s enough to go around – over 65s should book their flu vaccinations now!
> Health & NHS> StaffordshireHeadline
PEOPLE aged over 65s are being urged to book their flu jab and enjoy the benefits of a flu-free winter. There are no shortages and everyone who requires one can get one, with patients...
Tamworth has lots of festive cheer to offer this Christmas
> Events> Tourism & Leisure
ENJOY extended shopping hours, concerts, Christmas lights, Santa visits and pantomime, to name just a few of the festive activities that Tamworth and the borough has to offer this Yule-tide season. Christmas is a magical...
Centuries of life on Cannock Chase Retold in new exhibition at Tamworth Library
> StaffordshireHeadline
PEOPLE interested in learning more about Cannock Chase’s fascinating history can now do so in a new pop-up exhibition set to tour the county’s libraries. Using the latest LIDAR and Aerial photography technology, the Chase through...
Chainsaw used by police in hunt for drugs
> Crime> StaffordshireHeadline
A CHAINSAW has been used by police officers to cut through a reinforced and braced door at a Tamworth property in their fight against illegal drugs. Yesterday morning, Thursday 15 November, officers from Tamworth...
Tamworth man stabbed in his own flat
> CrimeHeadline
OFFICERS from Staffordshire Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a man was stabbed at his home in Tamworth on Wednesday night (14 November) At around 9.05pm, a group of unknown...
Draft Agreement on withdrawal from EU – What does it say? What does it mean?
> Council & Politics> NationalHeadline
UNLESS you haven't seen any news, and you haven't spoken to anyone this week, chances are you will have seen a lot of headlines about the Countries withdrawal from the European Union - Deal...
Appeal following another assault on dog walker
> Appeal> CrimeHeadline
DETECTIVES from Staffordshire Police are appealing for information following a serious assault on a dog walker in Tamworth. The victim was walking along a well-lit footpath that leads from Merganser in Wilnecote, running behind...
Council to consider new approach to children and young people’s mental health
> Children & Young People> Health & NHS> Staffordshire
A PROPOSED new approach to helping children and young people with mental health issues in Staffordshire will be considered by Staffordshire County Council’s cabinet next week (November 21). If agreed, the new joint approach by...
Businesses urged to have their say and help shape a West Midlands economy fit for the future
> Business> Staffordshire> West Midlands
LOCAL businesses are invited to have their say on how to build on economic potential and ensure a regional economy fit for the future. The Local Industrial Strategy Consultation will take place at Lichfield District...
Construction reaches halfway point at new homes development in Tamworth
> Business> Property, Planning & Development> Staffordshire
ALMOST 50 new homes have been sold at a new homes development in Tamworth, where building work has now reached the halfway stage. Ashberry Homes’ Oaklands development, off Ashby Road, has been particularly popular with...
Knitting groups are busy joining forces to support dementia and social isolation
> CommunityHeadline
TAMWORTH’S army of generous knitters have been busy putting their skills to good use again, creating a variety of items to help people across the area. Knitters from groups Tamworth Knitting and Crotchet Group...
Staffordshire skills boost revealed as near full employment continues
> Education & Employment> StaffordshireHeadline
THE number of people without qualifications in Staffordshire has been reduced by 50 per cent over the last four years as the county continues to see near full employment. Skills leaders say close working between...
Midlands apprentice named best in the region
> Education & Employment> Property, Planning & Development> West Midlands
AN apprentice has been named best in the Midlands by a local housebuilder.  Thomas Morgan, based at Wellington Place, in Fradley, scooped the Redrow Homes Midlands’ Apprentice of the Year title, thanks to his...
Appeal following handbag snatches in Tamworth
> Appeal> CrimeHeadline
STAFFORDSHIRE Police is appealing for help in identifying a man caught on camera after two elderly women were injured during handbag robberies in Tamworth. Officers received a report that a 77-year-old woman had been...
Thousands pay respects at amazing ‘We Will Remember’ tribute
> NationalHeadline
THE community of Tamworth united for an extra special Remembrance Day event, marking 100 years since the end of World War One. Thousands of people came into Tamworth town centre on Sunday, November 11...
It’s a family affair as electrical company receives another trophy for the cabinet
> Business> Staffordshire
A FAMILY-RUN firm of electricians received the ‘shock’ of their lives after winning a major regional award in recognition of sustained growth and commitment to family values. Mr Electric Birmingham North was crowned Family Business of...
Parents claim millions of hours of childcare
> Children & Young People> StaffordshireHeadline
STAFFORDSHIRE parents are claiming millions of hours of funded childcare for their three and four-year-olds. Latest figures show more than 7.7 million hours a year of pre-school care are being claimed by nearly 6...
Rotary Club of Tamworth elects youngest ever president
> CommunityHeadline
A VOLUNTARY organisation which has been supporting the Tamworth community for more than 70 years has elected its youngest-ever president as it looks to evolve and thrive for the future. The Rotary Club of Tamworth...
Consultation begins on special needs education
> Children & Young People> Education & Employment> Staffordshire
PLANS to educate more special needs pupils closer to home are at the heart of a new plan under consultation. Parents, carers and schools are taking part in a countywide consultation over the future of Staffordshire’s...
How Tamworth was supporting the war effort 100 years ago
> CommunityHeadline
PHOTOS and information on display as part of a digital exhibition charting the history of Tamworth Assembly Rooms reveals the building’s key role during the First World War. As we mark 100 years since the end...
Appeal after woman was threatened with a knife as group steal her car
> 999> Appeal> Crime
WARWICKSHIRE police are appealing for information after a woman was threatened with a knife and had her car stolen in a robbery in Coleshill. The victim was attacked by three men as she was...
Have your say on community proposals for crossing patrols
> Children & Young People> Council & Politics> Staffordshire
PEOPLE can their say on proposals to encourage more communities to support and fund their local school crossing patrol. Staffordshire County Council is proposing to no longer fund patrols from September 2019 as it needs to close...

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