A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman said: “Crews arrived to find a motorcyclist and a car which had been involved in a collision. The motorcyclist, a man believed to be in his 40s, sustained fractured wrists and a suspected head injury in the crash.

“Crews and the doctor administered pain relief to the man to stabilise his condition and immobilised him on scene before he was airlifted to Royal Shrewsbury Hospital for further assessment and treatment.”

No one else was injured in the crash.

The collision caused big delays for A5 motorists heading away for the weekend and those attending Osfest at the Oswestry Showground.

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Jo Brand

This year’s Ludlow Fringe runs from Friday 21 June through to Sunday 30 June and welcomes Jo Brand, Salley Vickers and Andy Kershaw to the beautiful Marches town of Ludlow in June for ten summer days of arts and entertainment.

On Monday 24 June at 7pm in St Lawrence’s Church, bestselling author Salley Vickers will talk about her writing and her new book ‘The Cleaner of Chartres’. In her new novel, ex-psychoanalyst Salley Vickers vividly evokes a strange conjunction – the sublime grandeur of one of the most beautiful religious buildings in the world and the poignant smallness of a dolls’ hospital, the peculiar shabbiness of once loved, now broken, toys.

Tickets for this talk are £5 from Ludlow Library 01584 813600.

On Wednesday 26 June at 7pm in Ludlow Brewery there’s a rare chance to catch that busy man, Andy Kershaw. To say Kershaw has led a varied life is an understatement. From being Billy Bragg’s driver to presenting Whistle Test and Live Aid, then going on to report for the BBC from Iraq, North Korea and Rwanda, he’s not one for the quiet life. Catch him while he’s taking a rare sit down to find out what makes him tick.

Tickets £10 from Ludlow Assembly Rooms.

And at 2pm on Thursday 27 June the Fringe presents an unmissable chance to hear acclaimed comedienne, writer and actress Jo Brand talk about her writing and her life. Jo has written best-selling books ‘Can’t Stand Up For Sitting Down’, ‘Look Back In Hunger’ and ‘The More You Ignore Me’, and her infectious charm, and enthusiasm for Ludlow is sure to create a wonderful afternoon.

This event is in Ludlow Library, tickets are £10, please ring 01584 813600.

King Richard III has been much in the news recently, since his body was discovered under a car park in Leicester. However, the infamous King also had close connections to Ludlow, and on Tuesday 25 June at 11am in St Lawrence’s Church, historian John Barratt of Ludlow’s Historical Research Group will explore the contentious history of Richard III and the Ludlow Yorkist connections.

Tickets are £5 from Ludlow Assembly Rooms.

St Lawrence’s Church itself is the subject of Shaun Ward’s lecture Conserving The Cathedral of the Marches on Thursday 27 June at 11am. For an informed and forward-looking talk about what’s been achieved and what should happen next, come along to St Lawrence’s Church.

There will be plenty of fun for the kids – the Fringe’s big idea has been to create many free and family-friendly experiences around the town centre with ticket prices kept low and most events either FREE or under a fiver.

There’s also the Tour de Ludlow, a family-friendly bike ride on Saturday 22 June and the ‘Poetry is Pants!’ workshop, free fun with words at the Ludlow Mascall Centre during the Poetry Party on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 June.

Residents of Lower Corve Street are putting on a street fringe all of their own, with live music, barbecues and lots to do for kids on Sunday 23 June – and on your way down there make sure to catch street theatre group Bayard’s Colts as they present ‘Robin Hood and The English Giant’ in Castle Square – the best of English street theatre in the ‘Mumming’ tradition – and all for free.

There’s still time to enter Ludlow Fringe Poetry Competition, which is part of the Poetry Party weekend on 21st to 23rd June in the Ludlow Mascall Centre. Internationally renowned poet Helen Ivory has generously agreed to judge and the theme is ‘The Longest Day’.

Ludlow Fringe Co-ordinator Anita Bigsby said:

”There’s loads to do at Ludlow Fringe, do visit our website www.ludlowfringe.co.uk to find out more. This truly is a Fringe Festival that’s coming straight out of the heart of the community – this is what people want to do for the town, and everyone can be a part of it.”

All details are on www.ludlowfringe.co.uk

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They will be joining police colleagues across the country in using social media aimed at raising awareness of alcohol and the impact it has on local communities.

Tweets will be under the hashtag #alcoholharm. Follow West Mercia Police’s force-wide account @wmerciapolice for more information about who will be tweeting in each local policing area on the night.

The nine-hour period over the Bank Holiday promises to be one of the busiest weekends of the year with extra police on duty in main centres to ensure people can enjoy a night out without fear of violence or disorder.

Assistant Chief Constable Gareth Morgan said: “We are making greater use of social media as a means of engaging with the public. We recognise it provides an effective and instant form of communication with local people.”

He said the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) was encouraging police forces nationwide to take part in the Twitterthon event following several successful tweeting sessions by individual senior officers in different parts of the country.

The Association highlighted Superintendent James Tozer, West Mercia’s Shropshire commander as one of those who used Twitter to good effect. He attracted widespread media coverage for a series of tweets while on duty in Shrewsbury town centre on New Year’s Eve.

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Organisers have packed the showground with a whole host of entertainment for the family but have stayed true to the core of offering the farming community plenty to see and do.

Main ring events will feature many of the traditional displays including local Young Farmers Clubs competing in a brand new and likely to be highly competitive ‘Its and Knock Out’.

Visitors will also be amazed by Broke FMX the UK’s number one Freestyle Motocross Display team. The team will wow the crowd with spectacular motorcycle stunts, such as superman seat grabs, cliff-hangers and even back flips.

Joining Broke FMX will be Achilles the Robot performing four not to be missed shows on the day and the kids of all ages will love him.

Especially for children and adults who love exotic animals, Simon Airy will be present in the children’s zone which will be bigger and better than the year before.

An RAF Helicopter will also be landing in the main ring.

There will also be a feast of food offerings and a great range of crafts and items on offer within the trade stands.

Gates open at 9am with ticket priced at: Adult £12, Concession £10, Children £5 and under 5′s are free.

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Bob Wilderspin, Deputy Chief Forecaster at the Met Office said:

“It looks as though much of the UK will enjoy fine spring weather for much of this weekend. Everywhere should see sunny spells and it should feel warm in the sunshine, but we can expect some rain to move in from the west on Monday.”

The half term break will see a return to changeable conditions, with a mixture of sunshine and showers.

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The Martin Harley Band perform at The Ironworks, Oswestry

Recorded in Texas, Martin’s new album ‘Mojo Fix’ was released earlier this year after four critically celebrated albums, years of touring and countless festivals that have built Martin a strong and solid fan-base spanning the globe.

Martin is a deeply important and respected voice in the evolution of popular blues and folk oriented guitar and vocals.

A life long devotee of acoustic guitar music, especially the ageless blues/roots sounds, Martin has travelled the globe absorbing a plethora of diverse influences and honing his craft into the classic song-writing style he possesses today.

The Martin Harley Band will be performing at the Ironworks in Oswestry on Sunday 16 June 2013.

Venue: The Ironworks,Church Street, Oswestry, Shropshire SY11 2SP
Date: Sunday 16 June 2013
Time: 7.30pm
Admission: £8 in advance – £12 on the door
Tickets are available from: http://m.seetickets.com/artist/the-martin-harley-band/216256

More Info: Visit www.worldsbiggestevents.co.uk or www.the-ironworks.co.uk

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Join Ash Mandrake’s bardic, mischievous folk-rock music with hats, comedy, costumes, loop-machine and a double-necked guitar! The beautiful voice of Beck Siàn, cousin to Kate Bush, Ethereal Ghost-Folk on guitar, harp and didgeridoo! Plus the healing light of Chris Thorn’s didgeridoo playing!

The event takes place in the Ballroom at Shrewsbury’s Lion Hotel.

Venue: The Lion Hotel, Whyle Cop, Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY1 1UY
Date: Friday 7 June 2013
Time: Doors open at 7.00 for 7.30pm
Admission: £8.50
More Info: Tickets are available from Beck’s website www.becksianmusic.com or email Beck at faerybeck@hotmail.co.uk.

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The Dogs Trust believes that no healthy dog should ever be destroyed and that every dog should have a chance to lead a happy and healthy life in a loving home. Thousands of dogs are handed to the Dogs Trust every year – from cute puppies to character full older citizens.

Rehoming is about giving them a new start, with a new family who can offer them the love and attention they deserve.

The Trust will help in matching you and your family with their ideal companion. By getting to know you, they believe they can help you find a dog that’s right for you. All the dogs are neutered and microchipped and given a complete health check. They also give you a Dogs Trust collar and lead and four weeks pet insurance. When you rehome a dog from Dogs Trust, they do charge a modest adoption fee. Once you’ve adopted your dog, they will support you – with training or advice – throughout your dog’s life.

The Dogs Trust Shrewsbury are looking for homes for many dogs, but here are a couple that shropshirelive.com have spotted, that are desperate for a little love and affection:

Snoopy

Meet Snoopy

Breed: A Crossbreed
Gender: Female
Age: 5 to 7 Years

Snoopy is a really sweet girl once she knows you, but can be a little worried/nervous around strangers and being in new situations. Snoopy enjoys her walks and having a cuddle once she trusts you, and enjoys the company of other dogs.

Snoopy is looking for a quiet adult only home with experienced owners who can help build her confidence.

For more information Call Dog Trust Shrewsbury on 01952 770225

Biggins

Meet Biggins

Breed: Collie Cross (Border)
Gender: Male
Age: 5 to 7 Years

Biggins is a very excitable boy who finds everything exciting and loves his walks.He can be quite picky with his doggie friends and prefers dogs his own size and who will tolerate him.
Type of home needed:

Biggins is looking for an active home with an experienced family who have the time to carry out some training to help him calm his excitement. Biggins needs an adult home only.

For more information Call Dog Trust Shrewsbury on 01952 770225

If you would like more information on these dogs, have any questions regarding rehomeing or the The Dogs Trust then take a look at their website http://www.dogstrust.org.uk/rehoming/searchcentres/shrewsbury/ or call in and say hello at their Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre, Roden Lane Farm, Telford, Shropshire, TF6 6BP.

If you have rehomed a dog and want to tell your story, have any tips or advice or would like to write a pet feature for us then contact us here.

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Crews from Shrewsbury used breathing apparatus, 1 hose reel jet and 1 main jet in to put out the fire.

A thermal imaging camera and positive pressure fan was also used.

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If you do require medical assistance then it is also important that you choose the right place for help when you need it. For example, Accident and Emergency centres and the ambulance service should only be used for life-threatening and critical situations and can be much busier during the Bank Holiday periods.

Emergency Medicine Consultant Dr Subramanian Kumaran, from The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, said: “Bank Holiday weekends can be busy times for Accident and Emergency departments so we would urge people to take extra care while enjoying themselves over the coming weekend.

“These extended weekends tend to see more people carrying out DIY at home, enjoying more outdoor activities and having barbecues, especially when the weather is good. So we would urge people to take extra caution during the coming bank holiday weekend, and also to keep a check on how much alcohol they are consuming.

“It is also important for people to keep an eye on elderly and vulnerable neighbours, especially if the weather is hot, and make sure they have enough medicine to last them over the bank holiday periods.

“If anyone does need medical help or advice they should only go to A&E or call an ambulance if it is a life-threatening or critical situation. There are other options open to the public, like walk-in centres, minor injury units, or Shropdoc.”

More handy tips issued by the local NHS for bank holiday health include:

• Make sure you have enough medicine to last you over the bank holiday periods. During these holidays pharmacists are only open at certain times, and your local pharmacy may not be open at all.

• Call the Shropdoc the out-of-hours GP service on 0844 406 8888 if you do need medical advice or you need to speak to a GP out of normal office hours, when your normal GP practice is closed.

• Accident and Emergency centres (A&E) and the ambulance service should only be used for life-threatening and critical situations and can be much busier during the bank holiday periods. Please only go to A&E of call an ambulance if it is a life-threatening or critical situation. There are other options open to public, like the Walk-In Centres in Shrewsbury and Telford, or the local minor injury units in Oswestry, Bridgnorth, and Ludlow.

More information about other these and other local health services is available from:
www.shropshireccg.nhs.uk
www.telford.nhs.uk/Telford-and-Wrekin-CCG
www.sath.nhs.uk
www.powysthb.wales.nhs.uk

• Keep safe over the Bank Holiday and follow safety advice to avoid injuries from DIY and leisure pursuits.

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