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Work progressing to refurbish historic Tamworth theatre
/ Community/ Council & Politics/ Property, Planning & Development
THIS year will see the launch of a new-look, modern theatre for the people of Tamworth and its visitors to enjoy as Tamworth Assembly Rooms undergoes its biggest refurbishment since it was built 130 years...
Tamworth shoppers raise hundreds for charity during Christmas
/ Community/ Events/ Staffordshire
VISITORS to Ankerside Shopping Centre have helped raise more than £400 for charity, as well as donating hundreds of presents to the ‘Operation Christmas’ gift appeal.A portion of the entry fee families paid to...
Shortlist announced for the Spirit of Tamworth Community Awards
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THE shortlist has been announced for the 2019 Spirit of Tamworth Community Awards and everyone shortlisted gets to attend the event for FREE! Now in its third year, the Spirit of Tamworth Awards, which...
New Year brings cash help to voluntary groups across Tamworth
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VOLUNTARY, arts and sports groups across Tamworth have received a collective cash boost of nearly £6,200 in the latest round of grants from Tamworth Borough Council. Eleven groups and five individuals have each been...
People reminded about opportunities to volunteer in their local library
/ Community/ Council & Politics/ Staffordshire
PEOPLE are being reminded about the many volunteering opportunities available in their local library as part of a new campaign. Over 800 regular volunteers already play an important role in Staffordshire’s 43 libraries, all making a...
See Tamworth Assembly Rooms’ touring exhibition in new location this January
/ Community/ Council & Politics/ Staffordshire
A TOURING digital exhibition showcasing almost 130 years of Tamworth Assembly Rooms’ history has moved to its next location in the town. The exhibition features old photographs, memories, press cuttings, flyers and historic architect drawings...
Support St Giles in 2019 and help give something back to your community
/ Community/ Health & NHS/ Staffordshire
STAFF and volunteers at St Giles Hospice have launched their 2019 programme of events to help raise more than £7 million to support their vital work. In 2018, the charity cared for more than 7...
Youth volunteer group lends a hand to nature reserves
/ Children & Young People/ Community/ Environment & Nature
YOUNG people are being given the chance to learn new skills and gain vital work experience by volunteering on nature reserves across the Tamworth area at a series of free sessions. ‘Youth Action’ has been...
Builder is backing food banks this new year
/ Business/ Community/ Property, Planning & Development
A LOCAL housebuilder is helping to support families this new year – by backing Tamworth Food Bank. Bellway West Midlands is creating food collection points at its Peels Meadow and Barley Fields developments off Ashby...
Nominations close soon for the Spirit of Tamworth Community Awards – Don’t miss out!
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THERE is just a few days left to get your nominations in for the 2019 Spirit of Tamworth Community Awards. Hurry -  get your thinking caps on and your nominations in! Now in its...
Go green and support St Giles Hospice by recycling Christmas cards
/ Appeal/ Community/ Environment & Nature
PEOPLE can help the environment and raise funds for a great local charity in the New Year by donating their old Christmas cards to St Giles Hospice. As families and businesses pack away the decorations...
For the help you need at Christmas and New Year – NHS111 and your local pharmacy
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MAKE sure you know how to access help this Christmas season. The advice from the NHS in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent is to make the most of NHS 111 and local pharmacists and to make sure they’re...
Call blocking scheme continues to help  vulnerable people in fight against nuisance calls
/ Community/ StaffordshireHeadline
PEOPLE who receive regular nuisance sales calls continue to benefit from call blocking devices fitted to their telephones as part of a national scheme. Staffordshire County Council’s trading standards team is coordinating the project locally...
Fire Service’s Christmas wish is to not see you during the holidays!
/ 999/ Community/ Staffordshire
AS families come together to celebrate the holidays Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service is wishing residents a Christmas free from fire in their homes. The Service has been to dozens of incidents during the holidays...
Make volunteering at a St Giles Hospice shop your New Year’s resolution
/ Appeal/ Community/ Health & NHS
ST GILES HOSPICE is calling on people to make volunteering at one of its shops their New Year’s resolution for 2019 - to make a real difference to the lives of families throughout the region...
Smyths Toys back-track and apologise over Santa incident
/ Business/ Children & Young People/ Community
SMYTHS Toys has this afternoon issued a statement, agreeing that there was a 'misunderstanding' in their Tamworth branch on Monday night (17 December) We reported on Tuesday that Santa was thrown out of the...
“It is a downright lie, I am heart broken” -Response to Smyths Toys
/ Business/ Children & Young People/ Community
TAMWORTH'S much loved charity fundraiser and personality has spoken out in response to a statement from Smyths Toys this afternoon, which accused him of swearing. We reported on Tuesday that Santa was thrown out...
Housebuilder welcomes new neighbours with festive get-together
/ Community/ Events/ Property, Planning & Development
A HOUSEBUILDER in Tamworth has been bringing locals together for the Christmas season by hosting a Meet the Neighbours event at its development in the town. New and existing residents joined together at Ashberry Homes’...
Smyths have their say on throwing Santa out of store
/ Business/ Children & Young People/ Community
SMYTHS Toys have today responded to reports that a local charity fundraiser was thrown out of their Tamworth store whilst dressed as Santa. We reported on Tuesday that Santa was thrown out of the...
Home-Start Tamworth Welcomes Support from Amazon
/ Business/ Children & Young People/ Community
THE Tamworth branch of Home-Start, a national family support charity, has received a donation of £2,000 from the Amazon fulfilment centre in Rugeley. Home-Start in Tamworth provides life-changing support for families when they face...
Ankerside Shopping Centre team become Dementia Friends
/ Community/ Staffordshire
MEMBERS of the Ankerside Shopping Centre team have pledged their commitment to support vulnerable members of the community by becoming Dementia Friends. The centre management team at the retail spot have taken part in the...
Santa Claus thrown out of Smyths Toys
/ Business/ Children & Young People/ Community
CHRISTMAS spirit was not in the air at Smyths Toys last night (Monday) when Santa Claus was thrown out whilst attempting to buy gifts for children. The incident happened as Santa and a group...