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Shropshire Council Cabinet unanimously backs next steps for Severn Valley Water Management Scheme
Shropshire Council’s Cabinet has given its full support to the next major phase of the Severn Valley Water Management Scheme (SVWMS) – the £10m pioneering project to tackle flooding, water shortages, and land pressures across the upper Severn catchment.
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New Integrated Community Front Door service helps residents stay safe and well at home
A new initiative is helping residents across the county get the support they need quickly, often avoiding unnecessary hospital admissions, by providing enhanced help straight from Emergency Departments so they can return home sooner.
Animal abandonment on the rise in Shropshire ahead of ‘grim’ Winter
Reports of animals being abandoned are on the rise in Shropshire this year - with local incidents raised with the RSPCA up by 8.1% in the first ten months of the year, ahead of a potentially “grim” Winter for pets.
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Shropshire MP highlights scourge of “broad daylight drug dealing”
The issues of County Lines and drug dealing “in broad daylight” were raised in Parliament this week after a Shropshire MP pressed the Government for action.
Shropshire tennis teams set for long journeys as they get ready to play in the LTA Winter County Cup
Both of Shropshire’s county tennis teams face long journeys as they prepare to play in the LTA Winter County Cup this weekend.
Shrewsbury darts league raises more than £3,000 for youth charity
Shrewsbury darts players have stepped up to the oche to raise more than £3,000 for a Shropshire youth charity.
Council issues further Urgent Works Notice to protect historic Newport hotel
A further legal notice has been issued to owners of an historic former hotel in Newport, after they repeatedly failed to take action to protect the Grade II Listed building.
Fly-Tip Fallout: Telford & Wrekin Council warns against dodgy waste deals
Telford & Wrekin Council is reminding residents to check who they trust with their rubbish after a fly-tip was discovered on Madeley Pit Mound.
Fire crews attend fire at Telford home following ‘unattended cooking’ incident
Firefighters from three stations were mobilised last night to tackle a house fire in the Hadley area of Telford, an incident believed to have been caused by unattended cooking.
End of the line for Bridgnorth’s popular ‘Catch Me Who Can’ art trail
Bridgnorth Town Council has addressed public concern following the commencement of work to remove the beloved 'Catch Me Who Can' Art Trail, which has adorned the town since 2018.
Shropshire FA champions mental health and mentorship on International Men’s Day
In Shropshire, a dedicated team of football administrators and development officers are doing far more than organising fixtures and maintaining pitches.
Telford Tennis Centre aces new Partnership and Padel investment
Telford & Wrekin Council have announced a new long term partnership agreement with We Do Tennis Community Interest Company (CIC) which will see further growth in the tennis programme and a significant investment to bring the sport of Padel to Telford Tennis Centre.
Popular Telford Pub, The Wrekin Giant, reopens after six figure transformation
The Wrekin Giant, a family-friendly pub in Telford, Shropshire, has reopened its doors to the public following a six-figure investment.
Shrewsbury Severn Rotary Club in appeal for Santas
An appeal has gone out from Shrewsbury Severn Rotary Club in the hope of finding volunteer Santas to help them complete a busy upcoming sleigh rota.
New Lidl gets ready to open in Telford with jobs boost
Lidl has confirmed the official opening date for its newest supermarket on Rock Road, Telford, with a grand opening celebration planned for Thursday, 27 November.
Shrewsbury man given 15-year custodial sentence for rape
A man from Shrewsbury has been handed a 15-year custodial sentence for raping a woman in Telford.
Yellow weather warning for ice issued as sub-zero conditions to hit Shropshire
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice for Shropshire tomorrow.
The Salary Sacrifice changes to pension and employee perks rumoured for budget 2025
Salary sacrifice cuts rumoured in the Budget have been criticised, such as slashing the pension allowance, cycle to work schemes and childcare funding
Critically endangered wildcats could be released back in UK after public backs move
Wildcats could be about to make a comeback in the UK after a study found the public would back the decision.
Man sentenced for assaulting shop workers in Telford
A man has been given a six month custodial sentence for assaulting a member of shop staff before making off with £35 worth of food.