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Police appeal for victim to come forward following Broseley assault
Detectives in Broseley are urging the victim of an assault that took place in the early hours of yesterday morning to make contact.
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Animal welfare charity secures landmark lifetime ban for three Shropshire calf dealers
In a significant victory for animal welfare, the small charity Animal Justice Project today announced the successful conviction of three calf dealers following a private prosecution.
Woore residents on alert as police warn of phone scammers
Police are warning residents of Woore and the Market Drayton area to be very careful due to a rise in phone scammers pretending to be police officers.
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Council highlights support for residents as household bills set to rise
Telford & Wrekin Council is highlighting the comprehensive financial support and advice which is available following this week’s announcement that household bills are set to rise as a new financial year begins.
Shropshire MP calls for in-person access to banks in market towns
Helen Morgan MP for North Shropshire has called on the Secretary of State for Business and Trade to ensure there are adequate in-person banking facilities in every market town.
Healthcare Assistants recognised for compassionate care with RJAH Stars Award
Two long-serving Healthcare Assistants at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital have been recognised for going above and beyond to support long-stay patients.
Lingen Davies chosen as designated charity for Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival
Organisers of the 2025 Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival have chosen Lingen Davies as their designated charity for this year’s event.
Shrewsbury volunteers support tree care at Monkmoor Meadows
Around twenty dedicated volunteers lent a hand at Monkmoor Meadows last Thursday, removing plastic tree guards from young trees and hedgerows in a successful community effort.
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.
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.
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.