“It’s like one big happy family,” says Eddie Davies, describing his friends and staff at The Grange Day Centre in Harlescott.
Lifestyle and Community Features
Golden girl Dorothy proves age is no obstacle to work
HAVING been in employment since the age of 15, you would be forgiven for thinking that 77- year-old Dorothy Turner would want to take
life easy in her golden years.
Times may be tough but the show goes on
The return of the Shrewsbury International Street Theatre Festival is just around the corner and, despite cuts in funding, festival director Bill Ferguson is confident that this year will be the most successful to date.
Solar power firm is shining success
Specialising in the design and installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) and solar thermal systems (hot water), Salop Energy is on track for a turnover of more than £2 million – and all in just its second year of trading.
Hive of activity over the summer holiday
Formerly the Belmont Arts Centre, the Hive is an independent arts organisation working with the primary aim of inspiring young people through music and media.
Flagship site has recipe for success
Setting up the multi-million pound Shropshire Food Enterprise Centre (SFEC) in the midst of an economic downturn naturally raised questions with people.
Lessons in life skills on offer at cadets
One in five young people between the ages of 16-24 is currently unemployed in the United Kingdom, almost three times higher than the overall unemployment rate of 7.7 per cent.
School celebrates opening of new top-class facilities
Back in the summer of 2009 parents, teachers and staff at Oakland Primary School in Bayston Hill came together to close the doors on its 36 years of existence.
Dream comes true for young dancers
An award-winning ballet company is giving young dancers in Shrewsbury the chance to perform alongside professionals at a time when the art’s popularity is at an all time high.
Remembrance event marks 25th year of charity’s work
For 25 years a charity has helped Shrewsbury families who have lost a baby deal with their grief. Now they are offering everyone who has experienced this pain a chance to come together in remembrance. CALUM LEAHY found out more.