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Pedestrian dies following collision in Shrewsbury
A serious collision in Shrewsbury on Saturday has tragically resulted in the death of a man, prompting West Mercia Police to renew their appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
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Shrewsbury Night Bus launches today
Shrewsbury’s brand-new Festive Night Bus officially launches today, with the very first service starting at 8pm.
Countdown on to first-ever Telford Day
The first-ever Telford Day event kicks off a host of celebrations and Christmas activities in Telford this coming Saturday, 29 November.
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Closure of New Road, Bridgnorth for rock face inspection
New Road in Bridgnorth will be closed on Tuesday 25 and Wednesday 26 November for an emergency safety inspection on the rock face.
MP challenges Government on flood resilience plans
Shropshire’s readiness to tackle increasing flood events was questioned in Parliament this week when an MP asked the Government how it was building resilience for residents.
Severn Hospice puts final touches to festive event
Preparations are in full swing for one of Severn Hospice’s most cherished community gatherings, as the charity readies itself for its annual Lights of Love service.
Late goals cost inconsistent Telford Tigers
Autocraft Telford Tigers travelled to Basingstoke on Saturday for the first time this season, but they didn't get the result they wanted.
Pedestrian seriously injured in Shrewsbury collision
Police are appealing for witnesses after a collision involving a car and a pedestrian in Shrewsbury today, Saturday 22 November.
Witnesses sought following dog attack in Woodside
Police are appealing for information after a woman was bitten by a dog in Telford on Friday, 21 November.
Extra officers deployed across West Mercia for busy Christmas period
West Mercia Police has announced it will be deploying extra officers across the force area in the coming weeks to ensure public safety during the busy festive period.
Council highways team praised for work to prevent Much Wenlock flooding
Shropshire Council’s highways team has been praised for their work to prevent Much Wenlock from flooding following heavy rain last week.
Man jailed for supplying drugs into Telford
A man has been handed a six-year custodial sentence for supplying drugs into Telford.
Number of potholes falls by 50% since May, latest figures show
Almost 14,000 potholes were repaired across the Shropshire Council area in the five months after the council’s new administration took control in May, latest figures show.
Councils and Police unite for cross-border taxi enforcement
A joint operation has seen councils and West Mercia Police join forces for the borough’s first joint taxi inspection - marking a major milestone in cross-boundary and public safety.
Health and Care leaders across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin encourage residents to ‘Think Self-Care’
This Self-Care Week, local health and care leaders are encouraging residents to ‘Think Self-Care’, as part of the wider ‘Think Which Service’ Campaign.
Shrewsbury MP joins Minister in tackling rising number of road deaths
The rising number of deaths and serious injuries on Britain’s roads has prompted Shrewsbury's MP to say ‘we’re still seeing far too many tragedies and unimaginable heartache for families.’
Ludlow Support Group shines on Queen Mary University’s ‘Wall of Hope’
Ludlow Cancer Support Group (LCSG) has achieved a lasting tribute to its fundraising efforts, securing a prominent spot on the prestigious Wall of Hope at the Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence at Queen Mary University of London.
Santa boost for Shrewsbury Christmas lights switch-on
Santa helped the Christmas lights shine even more brightly for visitors to the spectacular switch-on in Shrewsbury on Wednesday, 19 December.
‘Albrighton Calling’ as ADAG embarks on fundraising drive to protect its green belt
Albrighton Development Action Group is calling on people to get behind its latest fundraising push as it continues its bid to protect 52-hectares of green belt.
Shropshire school scores big as quartet of pupils selected for prestigious netball roles
A Shropshire school is celebrating its own fabulous foursome as a quartet of its pupils secure top new roles at national level in netball.