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4:01pm Thursday 9th September 2010

ALCOHOL BAN - Despite the seriousness of a local issue with regard to alcohol abuse in the town, a proposed ban aimed at combating anti-social behaviour in Craven Arms has been put on hold by Shropshire Council for about eight months to the despair of local councillors. The police received 56 calls from alarmed residents during July and August this year. The police and town councillors in the town have spent many months on proposals to introduce an alcohol enforcement zone, giving officers power to confiscate drinks from people causing disturbances.

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12:00pm Friday 3rd September 2010

AGE CONCERN DAY CENTRE - The Thursday Day Centre at the Methodist Hall needs help to supplement the team of volunteers, including an organiser, general helpers, a cook etc. If you feel you have something to offer please ring 01743 233123 (Keith) extension 226, or call in and meet the staff on a Thursday, 10am - 3pm.

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12:00pm Thursday 12th August 2010

Craven Arms CRAVEN ARMS AND DISTRICT HISTORICAL GROUP - The Craven Arms and District Group had a summer outdoor event on Wednesday when a number of members and visitors travelled to the beautiful village of Hopesay as guests of Sandra Spence. There was a pleasant guided walk around the area, with particular reference to pieces of land and property owned by the Beddoes family and how changes have been made over the years since the 1800s, together with interesting facts concerning occupations and lifestyles in the earlier years. The group then proceeded up the wild flowerbordered lane to the ancient St Mary's Church. They were told that originally there would have been shutters at the windows and it was not until the second half of the 19th and the early 20th-centuries that the majority of the present stained glass was installed. There was also a short lecture relating to other items of interest around the church, together with fascinating stories and relevant facts.

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Craven Arms

8:00am Thursday 29th July 2010

CRAVEN ARMS & DISTRICT RAIL USERS ASSOCIATION - The recent AGM open meeting in the Methodist Hall was felt to be successful with a good atmosphere. Two representatives of British Transport Police were present and spoke to the group, although they were twice called out during the evening to help with emergencies near to the town. There were refreshments, followed by discussions with regard to local and general issues. It was expected that at some time, hopefully in the near future, CCTV cameras and modern shelters would be provided on the platform. Several people spoke about their experiences when travelling by rail, and Richard's talk on amusing rail stories was most appreciated.

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Hop on the shuttle to explore south Shropshire hills

8:00am Monday 26th July 2010

VISITORS to the south Shropshire hills are being encouraged to take the bus to help them to explore the area’s many beauty spots.

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Cycle stolen from garden near Craven Arms

12:00pm Monday 19th July 2010

AN expensive road cycle has been stolen from a garden near Craven Arms.

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Clun Valley

1:47pm Thursday 8th July 2010

SKATE RAMP STILL HERE - The skate ramp will stay at the Memorial Hall car park until July 19.

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Shed fire severely damaged by fire

9:29am Monday 5th July 2010

A SHED was severely damaged by fire near Craven Arms on Friday.

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Craven Arms

12:23pm Thursday 1st July 2010

DISTRICT RAIL USERS’ ASSOCIATION - Put in your diary the open day on July 24 at 4.30pm with a free buffet tea and social time followed by the short annual meeting with speakers and a talk on Amusing Railway Stories. Watch this space for further details. Any suggestions or contributions are welcome and new members invited.

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