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Domestic abuse drop-in is a success 

11 Feb 16

A powerful campaign to tackle domestic abuse across Tamworth has been hailed as a big success, after more than 100 people came along to a drop-in awareness event.

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Work starts on making Tamworth ‘dementia friendly’ 

11 Feb 16

Work towards making Tamworth a ‘dementia friendly community’ is now under way, after the proposal received unanimous, cross-party support from Tamworth Borough Council’s Healthier & Safer Scrutiny Committee.

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Would-be election candidates invited to meeting 

8 Feb 16

Aspiring councillors and election agents are being urged to come along to a meeting taking place next month to find out more information ahead of the Borough Council elections taking place on May 5.

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Grab your litter pickers and Clean For the Queen 

5 Feb 16

Schools, groups, businesses and individuals in Tamworth are being encouraged to get involved in a national campaign to clean up the streets in time for the Queen’s 90th birthday.

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Civic silver ‘back home’ after generous gift 

5 Feb 16

A beautiful commemorative silver tea service and tray which was presented to a former Mayoress of Tamworth in 1902 is now ‘back home’ in Tamworth – after it was kindly donated to the borough by the original recipient’s great-granddaughter.

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Assembly Rooms to close for refurb 

29 Jan 16

Tamworth Assembly Rooms will close its doors on February 8, ahead of its 18-month modern makeover.

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FREE energy help from HEAT scheme 

29 Jan 16

If you live in the eligible areas of Tamworth, you might be able to benefit from an exciting new scheme which offers full grants for central heating systems, new boilers, cavity wall and loft insulation.

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Extra disabled parking spaces for town centre 

26 Jan 16

Extra disabled parking spaces are to be created throughout the centre of Tamworth, ahead of the start of works on the new Creative Quarter and Tamworth Assembly Rooms.

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Philip Dix Centre to be transformed as Creative Quarter work starts 

25 Jan 16

Work on the first phase of the ambitious £6.1 million project to regenerate Tamworth town centre with the creation of an enterprise quarter will start in the next few months.

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Ladybridge timeline images revealed to public 

25 Jan 16

The designs for six hand-carved flagstones celebrating Tamworth’s rich Saxon heritage, which will be laid along the historic Ladybridge, have been unveiled.

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Get help to keep warm with HEAT scheme 

18 Jan 16

As the cold weather sweeps across the country and the Met Office issues a Level 2 cold weather alert, a Tamworth Borough Council-run scheme is urging people to get in touch if they need help or advice about staying warm in their homes.

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On your marks for Sport Relief 

18 Jan 16

Sport Relief is back and it’s coming to Tamworth Castle Grounds for a fifth time on Sunday March 20.

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Domestic abuse is never OK 

14 Jan 16

A powerful campaign to tackle domestic abuse has been launched across Tamworth – with the message that It’s Never OK.

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Last chance to follow the fairy and win prizes 

14 Jan 16

There are just over two weeks left for shoppers in Tamworth to follow the fairy to be in with the chance of winning a stack of vouchers and goodies, while discovering some of Tamworth’s unique independent shops.

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Combine fitness with fun at FREE Futsal Mash-up sessions 

13 Jan 16

If you’re looking to get fit and have fun at the same time, then the new free indoor football – or ‘futsal’- are for you.

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Follow the fairy for chance to win prizes this Christmas 

22 Dec 15

Shoppers in Tamworth are invited to follow the fairy for the chance to win a bumper load of prizes while discovering some of Tamworth’s unique independent shops.

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Scam texts warning 

17 Dec 15

Tamworth residents are being warned to be on their guard after a number of people received text messages asking for their bank details in order to claim a council tax refund.

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Cracking down on crime this Christmas 

11 Dec 15

Tamworth residents might spot an eye-catching car patrolling the streets of Tamworth in the coming weeks as part of a Christmas campaign to crackdown on crime.

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Tamworth a runner-up in High Street contest 

4 Dec 15

Tamworth has finished a runner up in the campaign to be crowned Britain’s best town centre in the 2015 Great British High Street awards.

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We help Over 60s group start their festive season 

2 Dec 15

Christmas came early for a group of senior citizens in Tamworth after they were treated to a festive coach trip, complete with three-course meal and entertainment – with coach hire funded by a grant from Tamworth Borough Council.

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Leader promises action following Question Time 

30 Nov 15

A town centre master plan taking Tamworth forward for the next 10 years, the creation of more disabled parking spaces and working closely with local businesses to open up their toilet facilities to the public were just some of the commitments…

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Days to go to Great British High Street results 

26 Nov 15

There are now just days to go until we hear whether Tamworth has been successful in its bid to be crowned the best town centre in the country.

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Christmas gift ideas galore at TIC 

25 Nov 15

If you’re looking for something a little bit different or unusual for friends and family this Christmas, then look no further than Tamworth’s Information Centre.

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Cracking down on crime this Christmas 

25 Nov 15

Working together for a safer Christmas in Tamworth is the festive message from the Tamworth Community Safety Partnership, as it launches its Christmas Crackdown campaign for the second year.

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Thousands flock to festive lights switch-on 

24 Nov 15

Pictures by David Easen Christmas cheer came to Tamworth town centre on Sunday when thousands of people enjoyed an afternoon of festive entertainment for the whole family.

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Don’t forget to pay the rent this Christmas 

24 Nov 15

Council tenants in Tamworth are being reminded to make sure they pay their rent on time over the Christmas period.

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New pay & display machines go live next month 

20 Nov 15

The new pay and display machines which have been installed in six of Tamworth’s car parks are due to be switched on and up and running by the start of next month.

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New Friday market for Tamworth town centre 

20 Nov 15

Due to popular demand, there’s now a small market in the town centre every Friday up until Christmas.

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PM praises Tamworth – and backs Great British High Street bid 

19 Nov 15

Tamworth’s bid to be crowned the best high street in Britain has received backing from Prime Minister David Cameron.

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TIC is the best – for third year running! 

19 Nov 15

Tamworth’s Tourist Information Centre is the best in Staffordshire – for the third year running.

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Hero window honours the fallen 

16 Nov 15

A new stained glass window designed by Tamworth school children together with a professional artist was unveiled during a Remembrance Day service at Tamworth Library.

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Just a few days to festive switch-on 

16 Nov 15

There are just a few days to go until Tamworth lights up for Christmas – and excitement is mounting! This Sunday (November 22) will see the town centre transformed into a winter wonderland when the Christmas lights are switched on.

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Week to go to Question Time event 

11 Nov 15

With just a week to go until town leaders are put under the spotlight at this year’s Tamworth Listens Question Time, potential audience members are being encouraged to snap up tickets.

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Cast your votes now in final push for town centre contest 

10 Nov 15

The competition to find the best town centre in Britain is now reaching its climax, with only days remaining for people to cast their votes and help turn the tide in Tamworth’s favour.

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Park for free on two Saturdays in December 

10 Nov 15

Traders, shoppers and visitors to Tamworth are being given an early Christmas present – free festive car parking.

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Fireworks spectacular is a huge success! 

9 Nov 15

The free firework extravaganza which lit up the sky above Tamworth on Saturday was once again a massive success – with an estimated  28,000 people flocking to the Castle Grounds to watch the display.

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Judgement day – Tamworth shows what it’s got to offer 

6 Nov 15

Tamworth came under the spotlight on Wednesday when it was visited by judges searching for Britain’s best town centre in the Great British High Street competition.

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Daisy-Mae designs Mayor’s winning Christmas card 

6 Nov 15

Tamworth Town Hall was taken over by snowmen, Christmas trees and yuletide puddings as the search for the Mayor of Tamworth’s 2015 Christmas card design reached its conclusion last week.

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Remembrance Day unveiling for new ‘Hero’ window 

6 Nov 15

The unveiling of a new stained glass window designed by Tamworth school children, the screening of a new WW1 film and an exhibition of artwork by students will all feature in a special Remembrance Day event at Tamworth Library.

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Our French twin backs Great British High Street bid 

3 Nov 15

Zut alors – we’ve won international backing from across the Channel our quest to be crowned Britain’s best town centre in the Great British High Street awards! Our French twin town, Vaujours, has come out in support of the competition…

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Fireworks fun just days away 

3 Nov 15

The countdown is on to the biggest and most popular event in Tamworth’s calendar with only days remaining until a spectacular display of fireworks lights up the sky above the Castle Grounds.

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Still time to submit questions for town leaders 

3 Nov 15

There’s still time for you to submit your questions for the November 18 Tamworth Listens Question Time, after the deadline was extended.

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Judgement day next Wednesday! 

29 Oct 15

An expert judge in the Great British High Street competition will be visiting Tamworth on Wednesday November 4 in the search to find Britain’s best town centre.

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Be aware who you scare this Halloween 

29 Oct 15

With Halloween just a few days away, the campaign to encourage responsible and safe trick or treating took its message out onto the streets this week, with a stall in Tamworth market.

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Keep warm with HEAT scheme 

29 Oct 15

With the weather getting colder and winter starting to set in, we’re asking you to get in touch if you need help or advice about staying warm at home.

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Christmas lights switch-on to launch festive season in style 

27 Oct 15

Save the date in your diary – Tamworth’s festive season officially gets underway in less than a month’s time with a cracker of a Christmas lights switch-on event on Sunday, November 22.

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Christmas lights switch-on to launch festive season in style 

27 Oct 15

Save the date in your diary – Tamworth’s festive season officially gets underway in less than a month’s time with a cracker of a Christmas lights switch-on event on Sunday, November 22.

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We’re the business – so vote for Tamworth! 

23 Oct 15

As the campaign to see Tamworth crowned the best town centre in the country gathers pace, local businesses are being urged to do their bit in the bid to win the top title.

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We’re the business – so vote for Tamworth! 

23 Oct 15

As the campaign to see Tamworth crowned the best town centre in the country gathers pace, local businesses are being urged to do their bit in the bid to win the top title.

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Your chance to put town leaders in spotlight 

22 Oct 15

Tamworth’s third Question Time event is set to take place in November – and we need you to get involved to make it a success.

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