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There’s still a few weeks remaining to get your nominations in for the annual Mayor’s Awards. Nominations are being sought to celebrate those unsung heroes who have made an outstanding contribution to the town of Shrewsbury. The Mayor, Councillor Miles Kenny, is asking businesses, organisations and residents to make submissions for Shrewsbury’s annual civic awards,…

Work to revamp the Quarry play area in Shrewsbury is progressing well, with some of the facilities expected to be open in time for the Easter holidays. Contractors, Ray Parry Playgrounds LTD, have been working on site since December to complete the £375,000 overhaul which will see the site transformed into Darwin’s Islands of Adventure.…

Shoppers at Shrewsbury Market Hall are being asked to cast their vote to crown the Market Trader of the Year. People visiting the indoor market before April 1 can nominate their favourite trader to win a Mayor of Shrewsbury Award. The trader with the most votes will be presented with a trophy at the Mayor’s…

Jazz fans in Shrewsbury are invited to enjoy an evening of musical entertainment in aid of two local charities. Mayor of Shrewsbury, Councillor Miles Kenny, will be hosting a Jazz Evening on March 5, from 6.30pm, at the Lord Hill Hotel in aid of Lingen Davies Cancer Fund and The Shrewsbury Ark. Music will be…

Shrewsbury Town Council’s new and improved key play scheme is now open to members of the public.

Nominations are being sought to celebrate those unsung heroes who have made an outstanding contribution to the town of Shrewsbury. The Mayor, Councillor Miles Kenny, is asking businesses, organisations and residents to make submissions for Shrewsbury’s annual civic awards, designed to highlight those who have gone above and beyond for the benefit of the town.…

The Leader of Shrewsbury Town Council says he is confident members have set a balanced budget that will safeguard local services, whilst also freezing Council Tax for the fourth year running. Leader of the Council Alan Mosley said he was pleased to be able to present a financial plan for the coming year that would…

Final preparations are underway as Shrewsbury Town Council prepares to hold its first ever youth session. A newly appointed team of youth workers are gearing up to launch the first session at Flaxivity, located at Spring Gardens, on Monday [JAN18]. The session starts at 6.30pm and is aimed at young people in Years 7, 8…

Young people in Shrewsbury will have access to a range of clubs and facilities following the official launch of Shrewsbury Town Council’s youth provision later this month. This follows funding from Shropshire Council, which has commissioned the Town Council to provide a range of services. A newly appointed team of youth workers will launch weekly…

People in Shrewsbury are invited to have a ball while raising funds for two local good causes. Mayor of Shrewsbury, Councillor Miles Kenny, will host a charity ball later this month in aid of his two nominated charities; The Lingen Davies Cancer Fund and The Shrewsbury Ark. The event takes place at the Lord Hill…

Leader of the Council, Councillor Alan Mosley, welcomes newly appointed Adam Purnell who will coordinate the youth service. Organised youth sessions in Shrewsbury will restart in the New Year following the transfer of the service from Shropshire Council to Shrewsbury Town Council. Shropshire Council is providing funding for Shrewsbury Town Council to deliver the service…

Dog walkers in Shrewsbury are reminded they have a duty to clean up when their pet messes in a public place, or else face falling foul of the law. The warning comes after a recent prosecution by Shropshire Council following an incident whereby a dog walker was caught allowing the animal to consistently foul on…