Staffordshire news and blogs Wednesday 19 June 2013
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Families of soldiers killed in Iraq win claims fight
Birmingham Mail 19 JunRelatives want to sue for negligence and to make claims under human rights legislation.
Couple wed nearly 40 years after getting engaged
Birmingham Mail 19 JunChris Green, 75, has proposed to his girlfriend of more than 40 years 72-year-old Ann Turner…
VIDEO: Rihanna ‘hits’ fan with microphone during Birmingham LG Arena show
Birmingham Mail 19 JunFan posts YouTube clip where Diamonds singer appears to take a swipe at an over eager fan…
UK bands honoured at Kerrang! Awards 2013
Birmingham Mail 18 JunRock legends Iron Maiden picked up an inspiration gong at the annual Kerrang! magazine awards ceremony.
New Tamworth Mayor invests prefects at Rawlett School
Tamworth Herald 18 JunPupils at a Tamworth school welcomed the town’s new Mayor when he made a tour of their site and invested a new team of prefects.
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Tamworth Herald 14 JunAFTER climbing thousands of feet up the highest mountain in England and Wales, flicking through a copy of the town’s top read is probably the last thing on most people’s minds.
Residents’ anger at Tamworth ‘garden grab’
Tamworth Herald 14 JunCRIES of shame on you rang out from the public gallery after a tense planning meeting saw the chair of the committee’s casting vote approve new homes in Two Gates.
Moment that destroyed my life: husband speaks to Herald after …
Tamworth Herald 14 JunALL I’ve done since is cry, all I want to do is die and the only thing keeping me alive is that I’m innocent.
Internet ‘sting’ that destroyed my life
Tamworth Herald 14 JunSPECIAL REPORT: ALL I’ve done since is cry, all I want to do is die and the only thing keeping me alive is that I’m innocent.
‘I was exhausted and just wanted to end it all’
Tamworth Herald 14 JunTHE wife of a Tamworth man captured on video by a self-styled paedophile hunter has told how the backlash from the footage led her to attempt to take her own life.
Jail let-off for ‘reckless’ M-Cat dealer who trashed hotel…
Tamworth Herald 14 JunA STREET dealer who was repeatedly caught peddling M-Cat in Tamworth and who trashed a town centre hotel room was spared an immediate custodial sentence.
‘Reckless’ M-Cat dealer trashed hotel room
Tamworth Herald 14 JunA STREET dealer who was repeatedly caught peddling M-Cat in Tamworth and who trashed a town centre hotel room was spared an immediate custodial sentence.
Day to remember as volunteers enjoy garden party at the palace
Tamworth Herald 14 JunTWO groups of Tamworth volunteers enjoyed a right royal occasion when they attended a Buckingham Palace garden party.
First buildings named in new heritage trail
Tamworth Herald 14 JunTAMWORTH’S heritage trail is to get underway in the next few weeks with the first blue plaques to be erected on three historic buildings in the town centre.
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92 Plus 1: Wembley to Wembley in 92 Hours
Staffordshire FA 19 JunFrom the 11th to 15th October four fundraisers are aiming to visit all 92 Premier League and Football League Clubs in the 2013 / 2014 Premiership, Championship League One and League Competitions.
Early burst leaves Park in tatters and they never recover
Tamworth Herald 14 JunLULLINGTON PARK (75) lost to SPONDON (76-3) by seven wicketsLULLINGTON Park’s topsy turvy season took another downturn on Saturday.
Experience pays off for Appleby pair
Tamworth Herald 14 JunWIGSTON TOWN (195) drew with APPLEBY MAGNA CC FIRST XI (147-7)TWO players aged in their 70s were among the wickets and runs for Appleby Magna last weekend, though both their XIs had to settle for losing draws.
Batting lets Twycross down but Allman stars on Sunday
Tamworth Herald 14 JunA POOR batting display and dropped catches in the field saw Twycross slip to a disappointing defeat when they entertained high-flying Burbage last Saturday.
Batting blues hit Atherstone as they suffer at all levels
Tamworth Herald 14 JunATHERSTONE TOWN CC FIRST XI (113) lost to SOLIHULL BLOSSOMFIELD (116-2)ATHERSTONE slumped to their fourth defeat in as many games after a low-scoring clash with Solihull.
North Warks’ bid hit by narrow loss
Tamworth Herald 14 JunRMCC (248-8) beat NORTH WARWICKSHIRE CC (247) by one runTITLE-CHASING North Warwickshire suffered an agonising defeat at the hands of RMCC.
Bennett blasts Water Orton to key victory
Tamworth Herald 14 JunWATER ORTON CC FIRST XI (245) beat FORDHOUSES (234) by 11 runsHARRY Bennett hit a superb century as Water Orton secured victory in a tense encounter against Fordhouses.
Hunt helps secure a draw for Whittington
Tamworth Herald 14 JunOLD WULFS TETTENHALL (288-6) drew with WHITTINGTON CC FIRST XI (200-8)GREG Hunt produced a strong all-round effort as Whittington held on for a losing draw against Old Wulfs.
Unity struggles go on as Rashid shines
Tamworth Herald 14 JunOLD EDWARDIANS CC (333-6) beat ASTON UNITY CC FIRST XI (134) by four wicketsASTON Unity’s struggling start to the season continued as they were comprehensively beaten by mid-table side Old Edwardians, writes Gez Mulholland.
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Saint who Tamed a Wolf
ChrisCross 17 Junontinuing my quest for a daily celebration, today’s offering is Hervé, a Welshman who, according to my book, is a Patron Saint in Brittany, where he lived and built an abbey at Lanhourneau, way back in the 6th century – so you can honour his life …
Christopher Pincher Supports the expansion of Birmingham airport
Christopher Pincher MP: Conservative - Tamworth 17 JunChristopher Pincher, Member of Parliament for Tamworth and surround in villages, this week discussed the expansion of Birmingham airport on the Sunday Politics show.
A Quest for Words!
ChrisCross 16 Junell, I’m back, still musing on Life, the Universe and everything, with a brief post to mark the fact that today’s Saint is Quiricus, who was only three years old when he was beaten to death by the Romans while his mother Julitta was forced to watch.
Navy Girl To Cycle from Kabul, Afghanistan to Tamworth For Sharon Fox Cancer Centre
Female Imagination 15 JunIn August last year a very dear friend of Sallys was diagnosed with Grade 3 Breast Cancer and throughout the process of being diagnosed and undergoing treatment the Sharon Fox Cancer Centre were there to support her.
Staff were a credit to NHS
Tamworth Herald 14 JunStaff were a credit to NHS By Tamworth Herald Friday, June 14, 2013 Follow I WOULD just like to thank all the staff at Good Hope Hospital for the incredible treatment that my five-year-old son Harry Matthews received when he broke his arm …
Ticket machine wasn’t working
Tamworth Herald 14 JunRECENTLY I parked in Spinning School Lane car park which I use on a regular basis.
Now honour Home Guard
Tamworth Herald 14 JunSO the Bevan Boys have been recognised at last for their part in the war effort.
Herald opinion: Sobering facts about our town’s young drinkers
Tamworth Herald 14 JunHerald opinion: Sobering facts about our town’s young drinkers By Tamworth Herald Friday, June 14, 2013 Follow THE LAWS controlling the sale of alcohol have changed a great deal over the years.
Perfect day at the palace as life-saving work recognised
Tamworth Herald 14 JunI AM honoured and proud to announce that TAME Community First Responders have been awarded the Queen’s Award for…
Weekend with the girls comes at a price…
Tamworth Herald 14 JunWELL here we are, with summer in full swing! I have to confess to being the type of person who squeezes in a barbecue or…
Christopher Pincher welcomes continued fall in Tamworth unemployment
Christopher Pincher MP: Conservative - Tamworth 12 JunChristopher Pincher, Member of Parliament for Tamworth, has welcomed the latest numbers showing further falls in local unemployment.
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Books by Post!
The Book Trunk 19 JunWoo hoo! Every day this week the postman has delivered a book (or books), thanks to my lovely Mother, who gave me some money when I was staying with her last week, and told me to treat myself – so I bought novels which, hopefully, will be a treat …
Animal encounters.
Narrowboat Oakfield 19 JunThis little dog was stretched out sunning itself in the estate agents window in Whittington.
World Wide Sickle Cell Day
Female Imagination 19 JunSickle cell disease is a group of disorders that affects hemoglobin, the molecule in red blood cells that delivers oxygen to cells throughout the body.
A Room with a View
Simply Staffordshire 19 JunIt feels as if I can honestly say that it feels like summer! I know we are nearly upon the longest day, but up until now there have only been snatched moments of warmth.
I Begin This New Day With a Grateful Heart
Female Imagination 19 JunWalking through this lifetime, I have spent most of it looking at others with my physical eyes.
Thought for the Day: Pro-Choice
Vic the Vicar 19 JunI saw this and first I smiled, then I thought and then I started to think about how those who proclaim their belief in ‘freedom of choice’ often do so with the subtext ‘as long as it’s what I agree with’.
Daily Office – June 19
Vic the Vicar 19 JunSundar Singh of India, Sadhu (holy man), Evangelist, Teacher of the Faith, 1929 Psalm 77 I cry aloud to God; I cry aloud to God and he will hear me.
Review: Primavera Lavender Pillow Mist
ET speaks from home 18 JunI love blogging but it does take its toll as I tend to only get time to do so during the evenings.
Lichfield Mandarin Club Party
ET speaks from home 18 JunLichfield Mandarin Club has been running for over 8 months since early November 2012.
Food Review: McCain Home Chips Challenge
ET speaks from home 18 JunAs a family meal, we aim to eat a healthy meal with at least two portions of fish a week.
Kids Grow Wild Challenge Part 2
ET speaks from home 18 JunThis is the follow-up to my Kids Grow Wild Challenge blog post, which illustrates the growth of the Pretty Flower Family in the seed tray and Polly Pansy in the garden.
A Side To You I Didn’t Know As You Set Fire To The Rain
Female Imagination 18 JunMy hands, they’re strong But my knees were far too weak To stand in your arms Without falling to your feet But there’s a side to you that I never knew, never knew All the things you’d say, they were never true, never true And the …
Fradley.
Narrowboat Oakfield 18 JunOnce again we were cruising along under blue skies past Lichfield Cruising Club H.
Melton Police In Charity Football Match Against Leicester City Legends
Female Imagination 18 JunOn Sunday 30th June 2013, the police in Melton have organised a second charity football match against the Leicester City Legends to raise money for the Motor Neurone Disease Association.
Do you have a Bible?
Vic the Vicar 18 JunWeirdest question of the day thus far has to be that used as title for this post! The reason they wanted to know was that they have been told that the Bible doesn’t say that ‘God helps those who help themselves,’ and they thought I might know because…
Thought for the Day: Listening to God
Vic the Vicar 18 JunI wonder how often we engage in prayer as a place and time where we give God our shopping list of needs? The times when we tell Him all that we want in our lives, the lives of others and across the globe and yet, I wonder also, how often we stop and …
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St Modwen to regenerate 200 acres of land near Tamworth
TheBusinessDesk 10 JunST Modwen has signed a development agreement to regenerate a 200 acre site near Tamworth.
Forensic Pathways in strategic alliance targeting £162m EU market
TheBusinessDesk 5 JunTAMWORTH-based criminal and business intelligence company Forensic Pathways has signed an EU distribution, technology licensing and product collaboration deal with Canadian ballistics specialist Pyram…
Tamworth distribution centre sold as part of £247.5m disposal
TheBusinessDesk 4 JunTHE former Focus Distribution Centre in Tamworth has been sold by LondonMetric Property to a joint venture which includes Solihull-based big sheds developer Prologis.
Lichfield restaurant reopens with new-look interior
Lichfield Live 29 MayThe interior at The Olive Tree A Lichfield restaurant has reopened its doors after a makeover.
Greenergy signs up at Sandy Hill
TheBusinessDesk 28 MayPETROL and diesel supplier Greenergy has chosen Tamworth for its new logistics control centre.
Theme park near Lichfield celebrates landing TripAdvisor award
Lichfield Live 27 MayThomas Land at Drayton Manor Theme Park A theme park near Lichfield is celebrating after winning a travel award.
Here’s how to end recession
Tamworth Herald 24 MayWE can’t escape from reading or hearing about our country’s national debt and in one way or another it affects us all.
Time to ditch old Engelbert!
Tamworth Herald 24 MayDENMARK’S Eurovision song winner ‘Teardrops’ has already achieved a million sales across Europe, and is being downloaded by people to enjoy the performance and song in the ever increasing electronic formats that are available to music lovers…
Leaders aiming to cash in by building the HS2
Tamworth Herald 24 MayBUSINESS leaders in the region have welcomed recent announcements in the Queen’s Speech about the progress of HS2 as a major step forward.
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Kerplunk AGM
Tamworth District Council: YouTube 18 JunKerplunk AGM From: TamworthCouncil Views: 6 0 ratings Time: 04:32 More in People Blogs…
Cost of Olympic torch relay procession
FOI request: Tamworth DC 17 JunFollow up sent to Tamworth Borough Council by carolmiers on 17 June 2013.
Cost of Olympic Torch procession
FOI request: Tamworth DC 17 JunFollow up sent to Tamworth Borough Council by carolmiers on 17 June 2013.
Business of the House | Commons debates
TWFY: Christopher Pincher MP (Conservative) Tamworth 13 JunMay we have a debate on strengths and weaknesses? Five years ago, unemployment in Tamworth stood at 1,821, which was the highest in a decade.
Business of the House | Commons debates
TWFY: Christopher Pincher MP (Conservative) Tamworth 13 JunMay we have a debate on strengths and weaknesses? Five years ago, unemployment in Tamworth stood at 1,821, which was the highest in a decade.
Export Week | Oral Answers to Questions – Business, Innovation and Skills | Commons debates
TWFY: Christopher Pincher MP (Conservative) Tamworth 13 JunAs chairman of the all-party group on Azerbaijan, I attended the Caspian oil and gas conference, where BP announced its further development of the Shah Deniz gas field.
Export Week | Oral Answers to Questions – Business, Innovation and Skills | Commons debates
TWFY: Christopher Pincher MP (Conservative) Tamworth 13 JunAs chairman of the all-party group on Azerbaijan, I attended the Caspian oil and gas conference, where BP announced its further development of the Shah Deniz gas field.
Cost of Olympic torch relay procession
FOI request: Tamworth DC 13 JunResponse by Tamworth Borough Council to carolmiers on 13 June 2013.
24 Roach fly tipping on public footpath, 5th June
FixMyStreet: Tamworth 5 JunOn Friday 31st May 2013 the occupants of 24 Roach B77 1LN dumped a sofa which appears to have been cut into two onto the footpath adjacent to their property.
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Partnership helps to tackle loan sharks.
Staffordshire Police: South Staffs 19 JunThe England Illegal Money Lending Team are working in partnership with Police forces in Staffordshire and West Mercia, to highlight the dangers of loan sharks.
Staffordshire Police – Behind the Badge with Neighbourhood Watch
Staffordshire Police: Tamworth Borough 18 JunStaffordshire Police this week enters the second week of its ‘Behind the Badge’ initiative which seeks to give a better understanding of how each department within the force contributes to keeping communities safe and reassured.
We are launching Behind the badge this week, find out more #behindbadge
Staffordshire Police: Cannock 12 JunStaffordshire Police is this week ‘Behind the Badge’.
Police long servers rewarded
Staffordshire Police: South Staffs 20 MayLong-serving officers, staff and Specials will be rewarded alongside a brave member of the public and a PC and his dog at a Staffordshire Police ceremony.
LGBT police officers tell young gay people It Gets Better
Staffordshire Police: Tamworth Borough 17 MayOn May 17, International Day Against Homophobia (IDAHO), the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) and The College of Policing release the It Gets Better video.
Rare birds stolen from Tamworth
Staffordshire Police: Tamworth Borough 15 MayOfficers are appealing for information after valuable birds were stolen from a property in Tamworth.
Police link officers for deaf people
Staffordshire Police: Cannock 13 MayThis week is National Deaf Awareness Week and as part of this Staffordshire Police are launching a new deaf link scheme to support members of our communities who have hearing problems in their interaction with the force.
Staffordshire a no-go area for car insurance dodgers
Staffordshire Police: Tamworth Borough 8 MayFrom today drivers without insurance on their vehicles will be hounded out by police, the Motor Insurer’s Bureau (MIB) and other agencies, making Staffordshire a no-go area for dodgers.
Training launch for new recruits
Staffordshire Police: Cannock 29 AprStaffordshire Police’s new recruits arrived in the classroom today (Mon) for their first day of training ahead of their oath-swearing ceremony tomorrow night.
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UK news
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- Ex-footballer's son James Francis denies burglary
- Plans for new food labelling to combat UK obesity are dealt blow as Cadbury and Coca-Cola reject 'traffic light' system
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- Gun battle at UN compound in Mogadishu ends
- Global refugee numbers at 19-year high
- Huge protests sweep Brazil for second night
- Blast hits military site in Syrian port city
- Egypt minister quits over new Luxor governor
- China executes ex-official for raping minors
- Attack on Al Jazeera cameramen condemned
- Zimbabwe 'cattle bank' promises easy credit
Who Remembers Stingray?
ChrisCross 18 Junoday is the Feast of St Marina the Monk, an 8th century cross dresser who wore monk’s robes and lived as a man for many years.