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Coronavirus outbreak

Coronavirus cases in Lichfield and Burntwood continue to rise as Staffordshire is warned further restrictions could be introduced

by Ross

Disadvantaged groups have been hit hardest by delays in reopening leisure centre, Lichfield councillor says

News

Lichfield and Burntwood residents urged to make sure they’re registered to vote

by Ross

Woman jailed after admitting stealing around half a million pounds from Lichfield company

by Ross 22nd October, 202022nd October, 2020

Tributes paid following death of National Memorial Arboretum marketing chief

by Ross 22nd October, 202022nd October, 2020

Appeal after car parked up in Lichfield has window smashed

by Ross 22nd October, 202022nd October, 2020

Lichfield MP “reassured” by Rail Minister’s confirmation that high speed services will not be axed on West Coast Main Line when HS2 is built

by Ross 22nd October, 202022nd October, 2020

Residents warned after report of bogus caller visiting a property in Burntwood

by Ross 22nd October, 202022nd October, 2020

Lichfield and Burntwood retailers reminded to store and sell fireworks safely

by Ross 22nd October, 202022nd October, 2020

Reviews

Review: The Nick Dewhurst band at the Cathedral Hotel

Review: Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham at Wade Street Church

Politics

Climate change action plan agreed by county councillors

by Ross

Council leader says promises on future of leisure provision in Lichfield are being kept

by Ross 20th October, 202020th October, 2020

Councillor critical of announcement on partial reopening of Lichfield leisure centre

by Ross 20th October, 202020th October, 2020

Council chiefs say number of affordable homes being built in Lichfield and Burntwood is above target

by Ross 20th October, 202020th October, 2020

Council chiefs confirm swimming pool at Friary Grange Leisure Centre will reopen after coronavirus closure – but will shut again for repairs next month

by Ross 19th October, 202019th October, 2020

Call for more education to help Lichfield and Burntwood residents avoid putting incorrect waste in recycling bins

by Ross 18th October, 202017th October, 2020

Local Charities

Volunteers and staff honoured for long service with St Giles Hospice

by Ross

Oak tree planted in memory of Lichfield Canal trust volunteer

by Ross 13th October, 202014th October, 2020

Lichfield woman raises more than £3,000 for Mencap after completing marathon run

by Ross 5th October, 20205th October, 2020

New date confirmed for event praising efforts of emergency services

by Ann Mayo 5th October, 20205th October, 2020

MOre Articles

Petrol station reopens after first phase of £3million revamp of Lichfield supermarket is completed

21st October, 202021st October, 2020

Lichfield music company to work with Royal Philharmonic Orchestra on Christmas album

21st October, 202021st October, 2020

Families in Lichfield and Burntwood on low incomes to be given food vouchers to help them during half-term break

21st October, 202021st October, 2020

New investment in bid to remove more graffiti from railway routes

21st October, 202021st October, 2020

Inmate sentenced after stabbing prison officer in the chest

21st October, 202021st October, 2020

Lichfield care home to take part in lantern trail event

21st October, 202021st October, 2020

Coronavirus testing session taking place in Burntwood to help tackle rising number of cases across Lichfield district

20th October, 202020th October, 2020

Half-term activities for young people taking place across Lichfield and Burntwood

20th October, 202020th October, 2020

Group says “lifeline” memory cafe in Lichfield for people living with dementia will return in November

20th October, 202021st October, 2020

Rare watch sells for £25,000 in Lichfield auction after global bidding battle

19th October, 202019th October, 2020

Owners “shocked” after thieves take steering wheel from car parked on drive in Lichfield

19th October, 202019th October, 2020

Council backing campaign aiming to cut food waste across Lichfield and Burntwood

19th October, 202019th October, 2020

Planning Updates

Hedgerow could be removed from Hints farmland after compulsory purchase of fields to make way for HS2

14th October, 202013th October, 2020

Holistic health centre hoping to move to former dessert shop unit in Burntwood

12th October, 202012th October, 2020

Former Lichfield restaurant could be divided into smaller units if plans are approved

28th September, 202028th September, 2020

Shop unit in Lichfield could be converted to become new Indian takeaway

28th September, 202028th September, 2020

Plans for 16 new homes to be built on land in Lichfield

24th September, 202024th September, 2020

Planning application submitted for apartments on green space in Lichfield

22nd September, 202022nd September, 2020

Developers submit application for 115 new homes on land in Fradley

21st September, 202021st September, 2020

Plan for holiday lodges on site of former golf club in Armitage

15th September, 202014th September, 2020

Councillor says planning proposals offer no new protection for green belt in Lichfield and Burntwood

8th September, 20208th September, 2020

Councillors told new planning proposals could create “overly simplified” system for deciding on future developments

7th September, 20207th September, 2020

What’s on

National Memorial Arboretum to be illuminated in a “kaleidoscope of colour” in the run up to Christmas

17th October, 202017th October, 2020

Tickets on sale for Tom Lindsay Trio’s concert in Lichfield

12th October, 202012th October, 2020

Popular light and sound display themed around Remembrance returning to Lichfield Cathedral

10th October, 202010th October, 2020

New tour to explore spooky side of Lichfield

10th October, 202010th October, 2020

Free family pumpkin trail coming to Fradley Junction for Halloween

9th October, 20209th October, 2020

Community Spotlight

More community news

Founder says pandemic means Lichfield Talking News service for people with visual impairments is “even more vital” than ever

17th October, 202017th October, 2020

Community group set up to support people in Lichfield during coronavirus crisis celebrates delivery milestone

14th October, 202014th October, 2020

Groups supporting older people and families across Lichfield and Burntwood urged to apply for support from new fund

12th October, 202012th October, 2020

Supermarket searching for good causes in Lichfield to support with donations of surplus food on Christmas Eve

9th October, 20209th October, 2020

Husband and wife enjoy success in Lichfield Camera Club competition

7th October, 20207th October, 2020

CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK

Warning rise in coronavirus infection rate across Lichfield and Burntwood could prevent planned reopening of Friary Grange Leisure Centre

by Ross

Lichfield Remembrance Sunday parade cancelled due to coronavirus restrictions

by Ross 15th October, 202015th October, 2020

Chasetown FC withdraw from FA Trophy after player tests positive for coronavirus

by Ross 13th October, 202013th October, 2020

County council celebrates as scheme delivers four million items of PPE to frontline workers

by Ross 13th October, 202013th October, 2020

Lichfield and Burntwood residents on low incomes urged to check if they are eligible for test and trace self-isolation payment

by Ross 13th October, 202013th October, 2020

Police chief says officers will “use enforcement to protect people” if coronavirus restrictions aren’t followed in Lichfield and Burntwood

by Ross 13th October, 202013th October, 2020

Lichfield and Burntwood residents told not sticking to coronavirus rules will mean tighter restrictions under new three tier system

by Ross 13th October, 202013th October, 2020

Sport

Unbeaten league run continues as Lichfield City FC beat Atherstone Town

by Ross

Kyle Patterson strike secures another victory for Lichfield City FC

by Ross 14th October, 202014th October, 2020

Lichfield let lead slip as they draw with league leaders Didsbury Northern

by Mitch Smith 13th October, 202013th October, 2020

Chasetown FC pick up three points on the road at Spalding United

by Paul Mullins 11th October, 202011th October, 2020

Lichfield City FC see FA Vase hopes dashed by Cadbury Athletic

by Ross 10th October, 202011th October, 2020

Lichfield players mark World Squash Day with game outside city landmark

by Ross 10th October, 202010th October, 2020

Midweek defeat for Chasetown FC against Kidsgrove Athletic

by Ryan Robinson 7th October, 20207th October, 2020