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Scaffolding roof to be be erected over fire damaged Perches House in Shrewsbury
Shropshire Council will this week commence work to erect a scaffolding roof over Perches House, on Windsor Place in Shrewsbury, which was badly damaged in a fatal fire on 27 January.
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Why we must call time on legal bullies and their SLAPPs
Today media outlets across the country are joining a Day of Action to call for the UK Government to include anti-SLAPP protections in the forthcoming King’s Speech.
Aldi apologises and offers full refund as 'do not eat' warning issued
Aldi customers have been issued with a “do not eat” warning after a product recall was issued by the supermarket.
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Learner drivers to get refunds after £4.2m fine for AA and BSM over drip-pricing
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has ordered the AA Driving School and BSM Driving School to refund more than 80,000 learner drivers
Royal Mail delivery delays - how to find postcodes affected and claim compensation
Royal Mail reports delivery delays daily - find out who can claim compensation and the payment you receive if successful.
New Oakengates library opens in the heart of town
A brand new Oakengates library has officially opened its doors at 6-8 Limes Walk in the town. Plans were approved earlier this year for the new facility, which is called ‘Turning Pages @ Oakengates Library.’
Shrewsbury residents invited to help shape the future of the Quarry at annual town meeting
Shrewsbury residents encouraged to attend Shrewsbury Town Council’s Annual Town Meeting on Thursday 30 April from 7pm at The Guildhall, Frankwell Quay.
Powerful cancer awareness moment set for Bucks’ final home game
A community initiative to raise awareness about cancer is set to take place this Saturday, 18 April, linking football fans and the region's primary cancer charity.
Shropshire soprano reaches quarter-finals of major international opera competition
A Shropshire-based soprano has been named among the world’s most promising emerging opera singers after reaching the quarter-finals of the prestigious Elizabeth Connell Prize.
Shropshire opera singer reaches quarter finals of international competition
A Shropshire soprano is making waves on the international stage.
Shropshire libraries receive £299,000 funding boost to improve facilities
Shropshire libraries are set to benefit from a £299,000 funding boost to improve children’s spaces and facilities.
Fire crews respond to fuel tanker fire in Telford
Fire crews have extinguished a fire involving a fuel tanker carrying kerosene on Rock Road in the Overdale area of Telford.
North Shropshire garage first to cut fuel prices after Iran war spike
D A Roberts in Grindley Brook has become the first garage to drop fuel prices by 3ppl in the wake of the Iran War ceasefire.
Telford College to train next generation of defence workers
Telford College is to train the next generation of defence workers in the UK as part of a £50 million investment programme announced today.
New indoor padel centre to open in Shrewsbury
A new indoor padel centre is to be launched in Shrewsbury for people of all ages to enjoy playing one of the fastest-growing sports in the UK.
Burger King to open 30 new UK restaurants after £60m funding boost
Burger King plans to open more than 30 new UK restaurants in 2026 after securing £60m funding, despite rising costs.
Asda considers adding vending machines to shops to tackle shoplifting of items
Asda is drawing up proposals to add vending machines to shops to tackle shoplifting of certain items
Firefighters called after reports of smoke on A41
Firefighters from Prees were called out to the A41 last night (Monday, April 13) to reports of smoke in the area.
Man arrested for drug offences following vehicle stop in Telford
A man has been arrested after a vehicle was stopped near the M54 in Telford, and drugs were discovered in the car.
Aspiring Telford scientists win prestigious prize
A group of young aspiring scientists from StemLearn Telford Club have achieved an incredible milestone, winning the prestigious Frontier Ingenuity/Innovation Prize.