A Bridgnorth woman has grown three huge sunflowers, measuring eight, 10 and even 16 feet in height. Jayne Roberts, of Telegraph Lane, said she had never seen so many huge flowers, despite growing them every year. “It must be a good year for sunflowers – or at least it is in my garden,” she said.
BRIDGNORTH people are being urged not to become complacent in the row over parking in the town. The warning comes from resident Ron Richards, who is worried people may think the battle against parking fees is over following Shropshire Council’s announcement last week that parking meters would not be installed on Bridgnorth High Street.
A three-month renovation of Bridgnorth’s Theatre on the Steps was on target to be completed by the end of this weekend. The new-look premises have seen a huge overhaul and now willing residents are needed next weekend to help clear out the remaining rubbish so the theatre can officially reopen.
GANGS of criminals travelling into Bridgnorth were targeted in a huge police crackdown involving more than 70 officers. The police sting took place at three sites on the A458 close to the town on Sunday, where officers forced dozens of drivers to pull over.
THE family of an 18-year-old motorcycle enthusiast who died in a collision on his moped have been left distraught after a memorial plaque and a model bike were taken from his grave.
THE Bridgnorth Music and Arts Festival exploded into action over the Bank Holiday weekend as performers brought the High Street to a standstill. Alongside the annual food fair and a host of literary and arts events, bands rocked the main stage on Sunday and the Quayside on Monday, as crowds enjoyed the late summer sun.
SHROPSHIRE Donkey Rescue in Billingsley is asking for supporters to name the latest edition – an 11-week-old orphan foal. The foal came from a farm in Wales after his mother suddenly died.
HEALTH chiefs have confirmed that Bridgnorth Hospital’s baby ward is safe. Local MP Philip Dunne revealed this week that the future of the unit had been assured during talks with the Shropshire & Telford NHS Hospitals Trust.
THOUSANDS of people are set to party in the town as the Bridgnorth Music and Arts Festival kicks off 10 days of entertainment.
BRIDGNORTH churchgoers and other residents are backing a popular former vicar who wants to return to her job.
