The Poet in residence of Wolverhampton`s radio station, which broadcasts on 101.8 FM and online, wishes everyone a happy Easter. “Easter is a Christian festival” explained Poet in Residence Ian Henery “but some of its customs – such as Easter Eggs – may well be linked with older traditions. The egg is an ancient symbol […]
Monthly Archives: March 2023
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The Poet in Residence of Wolverhampton`s radio station, WCR FM, which broadcasts online and 101.8 FM, is reminding everyone that the clocks go forward on 26th March and British summertime begins. “If you can`t bear to watch or read the news” said Ian Henery, Poet in Residence, “you`re not alone. Newly published research shows that […]
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The Poet in Residence of Wolverhampton’s radio station, WCR FM which broadcasts on 101.8 FM and online, has been commissioned to write a poem for Mothering Sunday. “Mother’s Day and Mothering Sunday are actually different “ explained Poet in Residence Ian Henery who hosted 3 days of events in the Mander Centre Community Hub last […]
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The Poet in Residence of Wolverhampton’s radio station, WCR FM, which broadcasts on 101.8 FM and online, is urging Wolverhampton to celebrate British Science Week between 10th March – 19th March. “It’s a 10 day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths” explained Ian Henery, Poet in Residence. “The week aims to raise awareness, spark […]
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Fairtrade Fortnight runs between 27th February to 12th March 2023 and Fairtrade farmers, workers and campaigners up and down the country are highlighting the difference fair trade can make to lives, communities and our shared environment. Fairtrade does this by rallying a global community of millions – farmers, supply chain partners, schools and governments – […]
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The Poet in Residence of Wolverhampton`s radio station, WCR FM, has urged people in Wolverhampton to remember International Polar Bear Day to raise awareness about the impact of global climate change. “International Polar Bear day” said Ian Henery, Poet in Residence, “is an annual event celebrated every 27th February to coincide with the time period […]
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The Poet in Residence of Wolverhampton`s radio station, WCR FM which broadcasts on 101.8 FM, online, Spotify and Listen Again, has come up with a poem for the people of Wolverhampton based upon a classic in the lead up to Lent and Easter. “Millions of Christians all over the world will be marking 26th February […]