News Release Date: 5th January 2009
What's it worth?
Well now is your chance to find out just what gems are hiding away in
your attic. Local Auctioneer Charles Hanson will be hosting a free antiques
valuation day at the Lichfield Guildhall on Saturday 31 January. Charles Hanson MRICS of Hanson's Auctioneers, and as seen on BBC1
Bargain Hunt, together with his colleagues, experts in the fields of
books, stamps, coins, militaria and jewellery will be ready and waiting
to give advice on your family heirlooms. The event is free of charge and open to the general public from
11am-3pm. Mayor and Sheriff would welcome donations to their chosen
charities; Talking Newspapers and Voluntary Transport for the Disabled. Who knows what rare and exciting items will turn up on the day, come
along on 31 January to find out.
News Release Date: 17th December 2008
Can Lichfield be Britain's Favourite Market ?
As the country faces its toughest economic pressures for many years, the
value of the local city centre markets has never been more important. A national competition is being run by the National Association of
British Market Authorities to find the U.K "Market of the Year". People
can vote for free on line at www.nabma.com and
votes will be recorded up to 20 January. Lichfield City Council Markets Officer, Rachel Clive is encouraging
residents to take part and show their support for the Lichfield market
and its traders. "Lichfield is not the largest market in the West
Midlands, but I'm sure it's one of the friendliest and offers some of
the best deals around", she said. "So if you like your traditional
local market, please show your support and vote for us online." Local markets have long been identified as the source of quality, low
cost and often locally sourced food. They have a unique atmosphere and
the direct contact between the customer and trader which offers the
chance for a bit of banter - and sometimes to barter too! The Market of the Year is being endorsed by TV celebrity and BBC
Masterchef winner Thomasina Miers. "I have long been a supporter of
markets as they provide fresh produce, an outlet for locally sourced
foods and meet government and local agendas. I want everyone; both
producer and consumer, to support their local market and record their
vote for Britain's Favourite Market." The results of Britain's Favourite Market will be announced in an awards
ceremony at Birmingham Council House on 29 January.
News Release Date: 4th December 2008
CHRISTMAS GREETINGS
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR GREETINGS FROM COUNCILLOR MARK WARFIELD THE MAYOR
OF LICHFIELD AND COUNCILLOR NORMA BACON THE SHERIFF OF LICHFIELD In almost no time at all another year passes and the festive season is
upon us again. In Lichfield we see a festive spirit in action during the whole year and
not just at Christmas time. People are not only generous their money
but with the most precious gift of all - their time. During our term of office we have seen how volunteers work tirelessly in
the community to support others and raise much needed funds for charity.
This rich vein of generosity enables our City of Lichfield to flourish
in its cultural and spiritual development and there seems to be no
bounds when it comes to the mutual kindness and support we show one
another. This Christmas let us remember to support each other and continue our
wonderful tradition of a caring and sharing community. Let us also
remember those who cannot spend this joyous occasion with their loved
ones; members of the Services operating away from home, emergency
services on standby to keep us safe, medical personnel tending to the
sick and many others who play an essential role in our wellbeing. We wish you all a very happy Christmas and Peaceful New Year. Councillor Mark Warfield
Mayor of Lichfield
Councillor Norma Bacon
Sheriff of Lichfield
News Release Date: 4th December 2008
AND FROM LIMBURG.....
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR GREETINGS FROM MARTIN RICHARD,
THE MAYOR OF LICHFIELD'S GERMAN TWIN TOWN, LIMBURG AN DER LAHN
Dear Friends in Lichfield I hope that the residents of Lichfield have a calm and peaceful time
over Christmas, and I wish them all a very happy New Year. The
residents of Limburg, the Council and the Twinning Association similarly
send their very best greetings. We have very fond memories here in Limburg of the successful twinning
weekend in Lichfield in April and of the warm welcome we received in
your lovely city. A big thank you to all those who, once again this year, have made
possible the many exchanges between organisations and associations in
Lichfield and Limburg. We all hope that the idea of twinning, the idea
of being and working together, grows and thrives in the future. With every good wish Martin Richard
Mayor of Limburg a.d. Lahn
December 2008
Lichfield City Council
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