Sir Ken at Theatre Severn
Ken Dodd became a ‘sir’ in the Queen’s 2017 New Year’s Honours List, a fitting tribute to a comedian of legendary status who was born
19 April 2017
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Ken Dodd became a ‘sir’ in the Queen’s 2017 New Year’s Honours List, a fitting tribute to a comedian of legendary status who was born
A school in Shrewsbury has been presented with a special award for its commitment to encouraging youngsters to play sport, both within school and in
A local man affected by a rare disease is hoping to raise money so he can become more mobile. Ben Parker, 37, from Brockton near
Described as ‘redefining the relationship between classical and world music,’ Kosmos will be performing at Concord College, Acton Burnell on 27 May, as part of
Work is about to start on a £3 million redevelopment project at Tettenhall College. The plans for the independent school will include a new sixth-form
Chelmarsh Sailing Club is holding its annual taster day on 13 May offering anyone the chance to get out on the water and experience sailing
An award-winning Shrewsbury artist will be showing her paintings, illustrations and designs at the county town’s annual Open Studios event. Linda Edwards, whose work includes
Science, science and more science was the theme at Moffats School recently, as pupils found out about discoveries and experiences in its many fields. Two
Residents at Hollins Park in Quatford have had an on-site defibrillator installed following the support of local organisations and businesses. Beryl Haywood led the campaign
Birchmeadow plays host to Miranda Sykes, who has been performing with Show of Hands since 2004, augmenting their unique sound with her powerful double bass
After eight and half years in the role, Phil Loveday is stepping down as head teacher of Bridgnorth Endowed School. He will leave on 1
On 11 June, Severn Valley Country Park will be holding the Severn Valley Trail Run, a 5k and 10k off-road run through hills and woodlands.
Here is a double-act that wowed the Edinburgh Fringe, fooled Penn and Teller and were described by the Daily Mirror as ‘hugely talented.’ Looking dapper
Castlefields School in Bridgnorth set its pupils a half-term learning challenge to bake cakes or biscuits using at least one Fair Trade product. A boy and
A kind-hearted Telford schoolgirl is planning to celebrate her seventh birthday by fundraising for charity instead of having a party with friends. Kendrah Knight is
For the second year in succession, Blists Hill Victorian Town has received the highest Gold accolade in recognition of the quality of its visitor experience.
Bridgnorth’s art-deco Majestic cinema has a full programme of streamed live events scheduled for 2017 including ballet, drama and opera. Among the highlights is the
Wolverhampton Grammar School student Noah Key bagged a prestigious Olivier Award as one of the cast members of the West End production of ‘School of
I spend a lot of time assessing lumps and bumps on pets. Owners are often worried when they find a lump and want to know
Bridging the skills gap The boss of the new £3m state-of-the-art training hub in Bridgnorth has challenged employers to help him create a ‘Marches engineering
Bridgnorth has been recognised for one of its outstanding events in the National Market Awards organised by the National Association of British Market Authorities at
Thanks to the Bridgnorth Lions, the ever popular Bridgnorth Walk has been saved. When the organising committee stepped down and no-one had come forward to
For the past five years a dedicated group of horse and dog lovers have been providing sanctuary to abandoned animals at the Bridgnorth Horse
The Shropshire Smile Maternity Charity led by husband and wife team Bobbie and Eddie Brown, which supports the midwife-led maternity units in Shropshire, has launched
The future looks bright for Bridgnorth’s successful womens rugby team who have recruited a new addition to their coaching team and have seen some changes
A project to transform one of Shropshire’s oldest and most iconic buildings has reached its half way point. The renovation and extension of the 16th
Budding photographer Robin Bennett from Much Wenlock has launched a quest to celebrate some of Shropshire’s most loyal pub regulars with his ‘Fathers of the
A daredevil grandmother is set to face her fears and fall 10,000ft from the sky to raise vital funds for Shropshire charity Severn Hospice. Sandra
Jake Mountford, who lives just outside Bridgnorth, is just like any other little boy in that he dreams of riding a trike. Where he differs
Greek adventures in Harley From Rabbit Theatre, the makers of the hilarious adaptations of Great Expectations and Dracula, comes Homer’s Odyssey which is being staged