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Local Tamworth MP slams the European Super League plans as by the elite, for the elite and of the elite
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LOCAL Tamworth MP Christopher Pincher reassured football fans on Sky News to that he will support the Government’s actions to protect domestic and grassroots football in England. This comes after 12 breakaway European clubs announced...
Drayton Manor Theme Park unveil plans for a new nautical-themed Adventure Cove
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STAFFORDSHIRE-based family attraction, Drayton Manor Theme Park, has announced a new, nautical-themed area that includes a host of new improvements and attractions for 2021. An exciting addition to the park, the new Adventure Cove area...
Outdoor education centre is active again
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AN outdoor education centre is to reopen its doors after a long-term deal has been agreed with a new tenant. Staffordshire-based, national operator Peak is adding the Chasewater Outdoor Centre to its national portfolio of...
IRONMAN 70.3 Staffordshire triathlon to go ahead in July
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THE Ironman 70.3 triathlon in Staffordshire will take place in July - it was announced last week. Organisers have been working with Stafford Borough Council and Staffordshire County Council to ensure the event can...
Officers put focus on rural crime during week of action
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PATROLS have been carried out across the county’s countryside including agricultural communities and beauty spots as part of a week-long operation to tackle rural crime. Staffordshire Police’s Rural and Wildlife Crime Team targeted areas including...
Families urged to opt for a Staffordshire staycation over Easter Holidays
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FAMILIES looking for something to do during the Easter holidays are being urged to opt for a Staffordshire staycation and help support their local tourist attractions. The county has hundreds of exciting locations and attractions...
People urged not to swim in open water
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WITH the first sightings of warmer weather showing over the past week, Staffordshire will likely now be starting to think of the warmer summer months. And as the government’s coronavirus pandemic restrictions begin to ease...
Appeal after large amount of fishing equipment stolen
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POLICE are appealing for information after around £10,000 worth of fishing equipment was stolen from a property. Officers were called at 10am on Sunday (21 March) to reports of a burglary at an outhouse...
Councillors to consider hundreds of views on Gungate plans
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COUNCILLORS will be meeting next week to consider the views of more than 200 Tamworth residents and businesses that were put forward as part of a consultation on the future of the Gungate site in...
St Giles hoping to relaunch charity events in 2021 with Cycle Spring
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ST GILES Hospice is hoping to relaunch its programme of fundraising events over the next few months – starting with Cycle Spring in May. Events like Cycle Spring and their annual Solstice Walk raise more...
New mountain biking trails set to boost tourism in Staffordshire
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NEW mountain biking trails being built on Cannock Chase Forest will boost the local tourism economy and help more people stay active. Harry Broadhurst - Staffordshire Reporter The project, being developed by Forestry England, will...
Lichfield residents urged to enjoy ‘Active Lichfield’ walks
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WITH indoor leisure facilities reopening no earlier than 12 April, Lichfield District Council’s Active Lichfield team is encouraging everyone to rediscover the joys of walking. Going on a brisk 30-minute walk each day is a...
St Giles Hospice offers its first-ever London Marathon place to one lucky fundraiser
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ST GILES Hospice is offering one lucky fundraiser the chance to run this year’s London Marathon after the hospice was awarded its first-ever charity place at the iconic event. With the public ballot for this year’s...
Project to shine a light on Tamworth’s historic castle revealed
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TAMWORTH Castle will come under the spotlight as plans progress for a brand new external lighting scheme designed to showcase the attraction and raise its profile on a regional and national stage. The project will see...
Daredevils to take on St Giles Hospice wing walking challenge
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DAREDEVILS with a head for heights can now take on the ultimate aerial challenge by wing walking on a plane in aid of St Giles Hospice. St Giles is joining forces with events company Life...
Give it up – or bring it on – to support St Giles Hospice
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WAVE goodbye to your bad habits and feel fitter for 2021 by giving it up - or bringing it on – to support St Giles Hospice in the New Year. The charity has launched two...
Mercia Juniors are the champions for St Giles Hospice
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A JUNIOR football club which plays in the Tamworth League has kicked off its new community partnership with St Giles Hospice by adopting the charity’s colours for its new kit and raising more than £1...
Large fire breaks out at Drayton Manor Park
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A LARGE fire has broken out within the grounds of Drayton Manor Park, resulting in the fire service urging residents to keep their doors and windows closed. Fire crews from Tamworth, Tamworth Mercia, Chase Terrace...
Discover Staffordshire’s rural walks to stay active during lockdown
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The Staffordshire Tolkien Trail is a series of three walks that cover over 30 miles of Staffordshire countryside. Physical activity coupled with getting out in the fresh air is a proven antidote to stress...
Drayton Manor cancels it’s Magical Christmas for first time in 12 years
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THE owners of Tamworth's Drayton Manor Park has announced that this year they will not be holding their 'Magical Christmas' event after 12 years of success. News of the event being cancelled comes due to...
From hair brushes to paint brushes – Tamworth hairdresser-turned-artist unveils stunning portraits of football stars 
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A TAMWORTH mum who gave up a career in hairdressing to follow her dream of becoming a professional artist has seen her latest tributes to her footballing heroes given the official seal of approval. Aston...
Give the gift of care by supporting St Giles Hospice Katie’s Christmas Appeal
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Printed packs include a money box, for a recommended donation of £5. Fundraisers can use the props provided to post an Elfie Selfie using hashtag #StGilesElfieSelfie on Social Media. ST GILES HOSPICE is asking people...
Cannock Chase conservation plan to be scrutinised
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A £7.8 million conservation plan has the potential to protect Cannock Chase’s wildlife and landscape for years to come. Creating more car parking spaces away from vulnerable areas will help manage millions of visits...
Christmas treat for Tamworth families as St Giles Hospice Rudolph Run is going ahead
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CHRISTMAS has come early for St Giles Hospice and its army of festive fundraisers with the news that the popular annual Rudolph Run will be going ahead this year – even though it might be...
Wife of patient who was able to spend one last Christmas at home asks people to support festive raffle
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A GRANDMOTHER whose husband was able to enjoy one last Christmas at home with his family thanks to St Giles Hospice is calling on people to support its festive raffle. Gill Henley’s husband Charlie (aged 54)...
Residents urged to celebrate Halloween and Bonfire Night safely and be Covid aware
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PARTNERS from the Staffordshire Local Resilience Forum (LRF) have issued a plea to residents to take extra care when celebrating Halloween and Bonfire Night this autumn. The pandemic and government restrictions on social gatherings have...
Families urged to opt for a Staffordshire Halloween staycation
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FAMILIES looking for something spooktacular to do this Halloween half term are being encouraged to opt for a Staffordshire staycation to help support the local tourism economy. Staffordshire has hundreds of exciting locations and attractions...
Beacon Park’s Halloween puzzle trail offers fun this half-term
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CHILDREN are invited to follow a spooky trail at Beacon Park and to download some extra activities for double the Halloween fun. From spotting the odd ghost out to solving the spell ingredient anagrams, follow...