Wem Town Hall news


Wem Town Council blames tax rise on higher costs

Officials at Wem Town Council today defended their move to raise this year’s council tax by five per cent, blaming rising energy costs and increased responsibilities for the increase.


Wem Town hall transformation scoops top award

A town hall which was gutted by fire more than 15 years ago has won a top international architecture award after it was transformed into an arts, learning, community and enterprise centre.


First screening of Wem ghost tale that captivated world

It is a ghost story which has captivated the world after first appearing on the front page of the Shropshire Star.


Wem homes plan protest over floods fear near centre

More than 800 people have signed a petition against a controversial housing development which opponents fear could spark widespread flooding in the centre of Wem.


Free cinema screenings for Shropshire youngsters

Youngsters from Shropshire are being invited to join others from across the country to watch some of the biggest films at cinemas free of charge.

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