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1 week ago | 
shropshirestar.com | Luke Powell
The RAF Museum in Cosford has announced a special weekend of celebrations on May 10 and 11. VE Day signifies the historic end of the Second World War in Europe, and the museum is welcoming visitors of all ages to join the celebrations that include a vibrant programme of music, interactive workshops, and heartfelt remembrance. A highlight of the weekend will be a flypast by the by the iconic Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.
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3 weeks ago | 
shropshirestar.com | Luke Powell
In a letter to South Shropshire MP Stuart Anderson, the Minister for Flooding and Water Emma Hardy MP said a consultation will be launched in the "coming months" to review funding formulas. It comes after Mr Anderson has raised concerns about the Flooding Recovery Framework (FRF) and called for the Government to improve the 'financial assistance' available for flood-hit communities.
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2 months ago | 
shropshirestar.com | Luke Powell
Recovery vehicles were at the roundabout connecting the A41 with the A519 towards Forton and B5062, Forton Road this morning. A lorry was stationary in the middle of the roundabout and required assistance. West Mercia Police received a call at around 6.15am reporting the road traffic collision. At 9am, the AA's traffic news website said the road was "partially blocked" but that traffic on the roundabout was "coping well".
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Jan 25, 2025 | 
spectator.com.au | Luke Powell
Was Australia ‘invaded’ by the British? I previously answered this question in detail in a previous article . However, the article did not address the popular and misunderstood claim that British settlement is illegitimate because they did not recognise Aboriginal sovereignty under the doctrine of terra nullius (‘land belonging to no one’).
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Jan 18, 2025 | 
spectator.com.au | Luke Powell
Was Australia invaded by Britain on January 26, 1788? For a growing number of people, our national holiday, which marks the arrival of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove, represents an ‘invasion’. According to recent polling, 69 per cent of Australians want to keep Australia Day on January 26, yet anger towards the national holiday has intensified to the point some activists are congratulating those who decapitated a Captain Cook statue.
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Dec 15, 2024 | 
express.co.uk | Paige Ingram |Luke Powell
23:44, Sun, Dec 15, 2024 | UPDATED: 23:46, Sun, Dec 15, 2024 Link copied Bookmark Two people have been rushed to hospital and a dog has died following a gas explosion on a 'pleasure boat' at a marina in North Wales. The blast, which occurred at around 6pm on Saturday at Chirk Marina in Wrexham, caused two boats to catch fire. Two individuals managed to escape with minor injuries and were taken to hospital by ambulance, but sadly, a pet dog perished as the vessel sank.
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Nov 12, 2024 | 
shropshirestar.com | Luke Powell
Police officers on the ground have been given extra powers to move on anyone believed to be causing a nuisance, harassment or distress after a number of reports of anti-social behaviour in Newtown. Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565A Dispersal Order has been put in place after Dyfed-Powys Police received several reports of anti-social behaviour within the Newtown East ward.
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Oct 20, 2024 | 
shropshirestar.com | Luke Powell
In their latest update for the region, this morning (October 20), the Environment Agency (EA) has warned that flooding is expected at Ironbridge and Jackfield including Coalport. With further rainfall expected over the next 48 hours, the EA says it is closely monitoring the situation and incident response staff are checking flood defences. Residents have been asked to avoid using low-lying footpaths near local water courses and avoid contact with flood water.
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Sep 28, 2024 | 
expressandstar.com | Luke Powell
Organisers of the Polar Express ride at the Vale of Rheidol Railway in Aberystwyth are inviting people to book for the magical Christmas experience. The train ride is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the release of the famous Polar Express film in 2004 this year. The heritage railway's Christmas ride brings "the magic of the movie to life" for an unforgettable experience and runs from November 30 through to Christmas Eve. But, residents are being urged to act fast as tickets are selling quickly.
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Sep 25, 2024 | 
redbrick.me | Luke Powell
The modern-day king of rock ‘n’ roll is back with a surprise release under his own Third Man Records—No Name. Up until now, Jack White has been on a rollercoaster of highs and lows throughout his career. Following the wildly experimental Boarding House Reach in 2018, White returned with the double release of Fear of the Dawn and Entering Heaven Alive. While both albums retained the essence of classic Jack White, they left much to be desired.
