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Tamworth News — 21 August 2026

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crime

Police Seek Witnesses After Knifepoint Robbery in Tamworth

Staffordshire Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in Tamworth. At around 10.30am on Sunday 16 August, four men in balaclavas approached two men and stole mountain bikes at knifepoint.

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sport

Tamworth FC Defeats Newcastle United U21s 5-3 in National League Cup

Tamworth Football Club recorded a 5-3 victory over Newcastle United Under-21s in the National League Cup. Academy player Vanylson Silva scored on his first team debut.

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business

Tamworth Borough Council Launches Investment Prospectus

Tamworth Borough Council has released a new 'Tamworth place prospectus' to promote the borough as a destination for investment, development and business opportunities.

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community

Police Thank Residents for Attending Surgery at ODEON Tamworth

Staffordshire Police thanked residents who attended a Police Surgery at ODEON Tamworth on Monday 17 August 2026. The event provided an opportunity for officers to meet with local residents.

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community

Phase Two of £1.9M Tamworth Castle Restoration Begins

The second phase of the £1.9 million MEND restoration programme at Tamworth Castle has commenced. The conservation work continues efforts to preserve the historic landmark.

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sport

Part-Time Tamworth FC Continues to Punch Above Weight in National League

Tamworth FC earned a 3-3 draw at Boreham Wood, demonstrating the part-time National League club can compete with any opponent. The club operates on a part-time model but continues to deliver competitive performances.

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council

Tamworth Council Proposes Additional HMO Licensing Scheme

Tamworth Council is proposing an additional licensing scheme for Houses in Multiple Occupation following a noticeable increase in smaller shared houses across the borough. The scheme would introduce new regulatory requirements for HMO landlords.

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community

Firefighters Tackle Blaze Affecting Six Gardens in Tamworth

Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service crews extinguished a large fire that spread across approximately six gardens in Tamworth. The service responded to the emergency and brought the blaze under control.

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