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Man seriously injured in robbery near Telford Town Park
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a serious robbery near Telford Town Park in the early hours of Saturday morning.
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Shrewsbury MP welcomes funding package for flood defence projects
A new multi-million-pound cash injection to tackle the risk of flooding in Shrewsbury and other towns along the River Severn has been welcomed by a Shropshire MP as “amazingly good news”.
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service launches new Community Risk Management Plan
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service has published its Community Risk Management Plan 2025-28, which details what the Service will prioritise over the next few years.
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Shropshire Council grants gardeners extra time to sign up for waste collection
Householders across the Shropshire Council area now have an additional four weeks to subscribe to the council's garden waste collection service, following an extension of the sign-up deadline.
Future stars shine at Derwen College Skills Competitions
Cheers, applause, and an atmosphere of focused determination filled the air as students from across the UK showcased their talents at Derwen College’s annual Skills Competition.
Children’s nursery praised for creating a special place to learn and play
Canopy Children’s Nursery Shrewsbury, owned by local couple, Daniel and Rachel Moelwyn-Williams, received a glowing report from Ofsted, retaining a GOOD rating for the second time following their most recent inspection.
Shrewsbury Town Council concludes maintenance role at Meole Brace Golf Course
Shrewsbury Town Council has confirmed that its long-standing contract with Shropshire Council for the grounds maintenance of the Meole Brace Golf Course officially ended on March 31.
Shrewsbury Town confirm hunt is on for new investor after overseas deal collapses
Shrewsbury Town Football Club has confirmed it is once again actively seeking new investment after a period of exclusivity with an overseas buyer ended without a successful takeover.
Family business based in north Shropshire has been sold to new owner
Wem based power specialist Wootton & Wootton has been sold to Chorley-based firm the Ipsum Group
The rumours are true – Ikea is opening a branch in Chester!
CHESTER will be getting a brand-new Ikea store after the Swedish giants confirmed it is moving to the Greyhound Retail Park.
Two in hospital after tractor and trailer crashes into houses
Two people have been taken to the Chester Hospital this morning after a collision between a Mercedes and a tractor led to the latter crashing into homes.
Speed camera warning to drivers as commonly believed myth could get you fined
The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.
How is car tax changing? HMRC rates updated - is yours going up?
Major changes to car tax vehicle excise duty (VED) will be introduced this week. Here's what you need to know, and a Martin Lewis hack
Nationwide is offering a £175 bonus to customers, but you need to apply quickly
Want £175? Nationwide gives switchers a bonus to join, but the offer ends tonight. There's still chance to grab a bonus - if you're quick
Millions to get pay rise of up to £1,400 from today - what to know
The pay rise for more than 3 million workers comes as the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage increase
Fundraisers given six month extension in fight to save Shropshire organic farm
Fundraisers campaigning to raise up to £1.5m to safeguard the future of a Shropshire organic farm have been given an extra six months to raise the funds they need.
Energy grant helps Hollinswood and Randlay Parish Council make bold strides towards Net Zero
Thanks to £60,000 in funding from the Marches Energy Grant, Hollinswood and Randlay Parish Council are taking major steps toward its Net Zero 2030 goal.
Stuart Anderson MP in bid to secure pothole funding
Stuart Anderson MP has launched a campaign to tackle the scourge of potholes in South Shropshire.
World’s smallest Lemurs arrive at Telford Zoo
A pair of the world’s smallest lemurs have arrived at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford.
Telford training project helps to re-integrate ex-prisoners into society
Telford College is helping to re-integrate people into the community following release from prison, thanks to a new partnership with a local charity.