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Local craft group celebrates two years of creativity and community
1+ hour, 46+ min ago (272+ words) A much-loved rural craft group is celebrating its second anniversary this month, marking two years of creativity, connection and community spirit. Founded as a not-for-profit initiative, the group was set up with a clear purpose: to help tackle loneliness and…...
"It's a childhood dream come true" - We meet the owner of Whitchurch's new bookshop
1+ week, 3+ day ago (182+ words) After spending years working in the tech world, Amanda Logan started a magical new chapter by opening her own bookshop. Ritual Reads in Whitchurch, which specialises in genre fiction, welcomed customers for the first time at the end of November....
Can the ultimate square bubble be created in Mid Wales – here's how to be there to watch it
1+ week, 4+ day ago (166+ words) Ray Bubbles can craft a volcano bubble, a bubble ghost and even a tornado inside a bubble But can the International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, create the ultimate square bubble! He is on a mission to master the…...
Dog stuck after falling from riverbank rescued by firefighters near Newtown
2+ week, 6+ day ago (188+ words) A dog was rescued by firefighters after falling from a riverbank in Mid Wales. Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service was called to Caersws near Newtown at 10.25am on Tuesday, January 6, after a collie named Lizzie became stranded. The…...
KGM Torres and Actyon now available with hybrid power
3+ week, 1+ day ago (217+ words) The new powertrain combines a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with an electric motor to produce up to 175bhp and 300Nm of torque. KGM has launched hybrid versions of the Torres and Actyon SUVs to boost their efficiency. Formerly known as SsangYong, KGM…...
Get ready for the ultimate rock experience as Bat Out of Hell roars onto the big screen
3+ week, 4+ day ago (180+ words) Bat Out of Hell: The Musical will be screened to a Builth Wells venue this January It will be shown at the Wyeside Arts Centre on Saturday, January 24 at 7pm and Sunday, January 25 at 7:30pm This heart-pounding experience, with a powerhouse eight-piece…...
"You've got to accept it for what it is" - Kidderminster trip a game too far for Kevin Wilkin's depleted Bucks
3+ week, 4+ day ago (312+ words) Kevin Wilkin has admitted his side knew they were facing an uphill battle in the build up to their 3-0 defeat to Kidderminster Harriers. The Bucks were without seven first team players for the trip to Aggborough on Monday and named…...
'I keep on wanting to pinch myself': MBE recognition for Powys foster carer who says she is ‘part of a team’ at home
3+ week, 5+ day ago (321+ words) A selfless foster carer who has worked for Powys County Council for 18 years received an MBE in the New Year Honours. Mair Wilson says she is part of a team providing care with her husband Roy, their own children Nia,…...
'I sell Shropshire weddings for a living - now I'm offering a Spanish fiesta concept based on my own sangria and tapas-infused big day"
3+ week, 6+ day ago (431+ words) A wedding seller has used inspiration from her own big day to help create a new package for a Shropshire hotel and venue. When Berni Adamson's partner of 16 years Steve, 66, popped the question, she tapped into her mother's Spanish and…...
Adorable arrivals: 29 pictures of baby animals that stole the show at our zoos this year
3+ week, 6+ day ago (175+ words) Adorable arrivals: 29 pictures of baby animals that stole the show at our zoos this year'Shropshire Star Adorable arrivals: 29 pictures of baby animals that stole the show at our zoos this year A new year is almost upon us, and what…...