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Murder investigation launched in Prees Higher Heath
A murder investigation has been launched following the death of an 84-year-old woman in Prees Higher Heath on Tuesday afternoon.
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Much Wenlock Leisure Centre saved from closure
Much Wenlock Leisure Centre has been saved from closure after it was confirmed that William Brookes School and The 3-18 Education Trust have appointed Halo Leisure to run Much Wenlock Leisure Centre from 1st April 2026.
Two cut free after vehicle ends up on its side in Wem
Emergency services were called to the B5065 in Wem yesterday evening following a collision that left two people trapped inside a vehicle.
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Police renew appeal following serious collision in Ellesmere
West Mercia Police have issued an update following a serious collision in Ellesmere, confirming that a pedestrian has sustained life-changing injuries.
Public “kept in the dark” over water company sewage spills, says MP
A Shropshire MP has criticised new Government proposals for the water industry, warning that they fail to deliver the change needed to protect local waterways.
Telford & Wrekin Council marks Holocaust Memorial Day with ceremony
Telford & Wrekin Council's Holocaust Memorial Day ceremony brought together residents, civic leaders, and young people in a powerful act of remembrance and reflection.
Man sentenced for killing friend in Shropshire collision
A man has been sentenced to five years in prison following a collision in Shropshire which killed 17-year-old Madison Evans.
Woman dies after fire breaks out at residential property in Shrewsbury town centre
A woman in her 80s has died, and another was injured after a fire in Shrewsbury town centre during the early hours of this morning, Tuesday, 27 January.
Shrewsbury Town Council Ward Members approve plans for devolved street cleaning services
Work to implement the devolution of street cleaning services in Shrewsbury from 1 April 2026 is now underway, following Shrewsbury Town Council Ward Members approving plans at the Full Council meeting yesterday evening, Monday 26 January.
Shropshire man sentenced for breaching Criminal Behaviour Order
A man has been given a 12-week custodial sentence by the courts for breaching his Criminal Behaviour Order.
Work begins on new biochar plant in Ludlow
Construction work has begun on Shropshire Council’s new biochar plant at Coder Road Business Park in Ludlow.
MP demands Government ends use of Madeley Court Hotel for asylum seekers
Telford’s Member of Parliament has renewed his call for the immediate end of Madeley Court Hotel being used to accommodate asylum seekers.
Canal breach café owner praises ‘immense’ community support
A café owner facing a battle for survival since the Llangollen Canal was breached says he has been blown away by the ‘immense’ show of support for his business.
Whitchurch Swimming & Fitness Centre wins national aquatics award
Whitchurch Swimming & Fitness Centre has been named the 2025 UK Pool & Spa Awards – Water Leisure Venue of the Year.
Shrewsbury seven-year-old smashes triathlon to raise money for Hope House
A seven-year-old Shrewsbury girl has taken on her very own epic triathlon challenge to raise money for Hope House children’s hospice.
Nature-based solutions support water management at Attingham Estate
Visitors to the National Trust’s Attingham Park are seeing some changes in nature and water management as work progresses on the Severn Valley Water Management Scheme demonstrator project.
Shrewsbury care home celebrates third birthday in style
There was a little less conversation and a lot more dancing when a care home in Shrewsbury marked a special milestone.
Local hospices benefit from government funding boost
Hope House Children’s Hospice and Severn Hospice have received a portion of a £3.4m funding increase allocated to hospices across the Midlands.
Telford & Wrekin Council’s bus services reach new milestone
Telford & Wrekin Council’s bus services have reached a new milestone, with more than 800,000 passenger journeys recorded since the routes were introduced in 2022.
Shropshire Council confirms record investment in education across the county
Shropshire Council has agreed a significant investment of around £33 million in education in response to rising pupil numbers across the county.