Friday, August 17th, 2007 by Geoff Wilding
Atherstone’s Town Clerk, Christopher Foster, retired last week after six years’ dedicated service to the town.
His work for the Town Council included the achievement of Quality Status for the Council, and successful bids for over £166,000 in grant funding for local services and facilities. He stalwartly managed the cemetery, play areas and allotments and overall […]
Friday, August 17th, 2007 by Geoff Wilding
Swift action by Police Neighbourhood Team leads to early arrest
A 28 year old Atherstone woman who assaulted a 77 year old pensioner and stole her purse was sentenced to a 3 1/2 years prison term at Coventry Crown Court on Wednesday 25th July.
Macala Bannister approached the victim as she walked into Atherstone Town on 19th […]
Saturday, July 21st, 2007 by Geoff Wilding
Atherstone Carnival organisers were reluctantly forced to cancel this year’s event at the last minute.
The overnight torrential rain and further predicted downpours led to the cancellation on safety issues.
However unbowed and undefeated the carnival committee have vowed to stage the event “later in the year” and are already involved in organising a suitable […]
Sunday, June 17th, 2007 by Geoff Wilding
On yer bike, takes on a whole new meaning in June when Fenny Drayton man Dave Norris (65) and two of his mates embark on a marathon charity cycle ride across America.
The whole exercise is in memory of Dave’s late wife Mary who passed away with cancer aged 60 .The three cyclists (with a combined […]
Thursday, June 14th, 2007 by Geoff Wilding
Atherstone’s annual fun day event was blessed with glorious weather today (2nd June) when a large crowd enjoyed the many attractions on offer.
After the official opening by the Borough Mayoress assisted by the deputy chairman of the Town Council, Atherstone Marching Band started proceedings with their usual polished performance.
The event was centred on […]
Friday, May 11th, 2007 by Geoff Wilding
The following young people were presented with their Duke of Edinburgh awards on Wed.18th April.
Making the medal presentation at the Council Chamber was The Mayor of North Warwickshire, Cllr.Adrian Edgington.
Silver Awards
Shane L Matthews, Nicola Fryer and Daniel J Webb ,
Bronze Awards
From Polesworth School: Lauren Atkins, Kyle Burrows, Emma Collier, Eleana Hair, Stephanie Hill,Sarah Jevons, Jonathan […]
Sunday, May 6th, 2007 by Geoff Wilding
The ancient tradition of selling grazing rights in and around the Parishes of Ratcliffe Culey and Witherley, dating back to the 18th century was carried out at The Gate Inn in Ratcliffe Culey on the 18th of April.
A large audience attended this famous annual event where a free buffet and entertainment was provided by Witherley […]
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