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Hopes for 'intergenerational' housing development near Whitchurch golf club

Eight new homes could be built on land next to Hill Valley Golf Club in Whitchurch if plans are approved by Shropshire Council.

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Ah PD Vienna! New four-legged officer joins Cheshire Police

A NEW four-legged officer has joined Cheshire Police, and even took down a criminal on her first night.

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DVSA make big change to 'vital' manoeuvre on driving tests in the UK

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has rolled out key changes to driving tests across the UK that came into force from today.

Shropshire News | Shropshire Live

“Telford Deserves a Fairer Deal” says MP and Telford & Wrekin Council Leader

Shaun Davies, Member of Parliament for Telford, has joined forces with Telford & Wrekin Council Leader, Councillor Lee Carter, to press the Government for a “fairer, better deal” for local residents.

Shropshire News | Shropshire Live

Wem library is forced to temporarily close

Wem Library has been forced to close as a precautionary measure after a tile fell through the ceiling.

Shropshire News | Shropshire Live

Shropshire resident aims for World Record with Gigantic Christmas Snowflake

A resident in the village of Higher Heath, near Whitchurch, is hoping to dazzle the nation and smash a world record with this year's ambitious Christmas light display, all in aid of the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.

Shropshire News | Shropshire Live

Polish Independence Day celebrated in Shropshire

Polish heritage and community spirit were on full display last Friday as Shropshire marked Poland’s Independence Day (Narodowe Święto Niepodległości) with a vibrant and well-attended celebration.

Shropshire News | Shropshire Live

Stuart Anderson MP pledges support for rural pubs as closures hit record levels

Stuart Anderson MP has pledged his support for South Shropshire's hospitality sector ahead of the Autumn Budget on Wednesday, 26 November.

Shropshire News | Shropshire Live

Shropshire youth charity celebrates another successful year

A Shropshire youth charity has marked another successful year with a special celebration event that saw young people travel from across the county to take part.

Whitchurch Herald | News

Project to create 'warm and inclusive' grief cafés in county seeks support

A project to create "warm and inclusive" grief cafés across the county is seeking support.

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Councillor wants Shropshire to implement Wales-like 20mph zones in built-up areas

A north Shropshire councillor wants the county to mirror Wales by implementing a default 20mph speed limit in built-up areas.

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Library is temporarily closed after tile falls through ceiling

Wem Library has been temporarily closed after a tile fell through the ceiling.

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Christmas comes to Whitchurch with annual festive lights switch-on

Whitchurch, Shropshire, launched its Christmas events with the annual lights switch-on event at the weekend.

Shropshire News | Shropshire Live

Witness appeal following assault at Madeley supermarket car park

Police officers investigating an assault in Telford on Saturday, 22 November, are appealing for witnesses to help with their enquiries.

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Kind-hearted Lee is named Whitchurch Citizen of the Year 2025

Lee Nicholls, owner of The Lucky Turtle Tattoos, founder of Mental Health Mondays and Whitchurch business champion, has been named Citizen of the Year 2025.

Shropshire News | Shropshire Live

Hopes Ludlow Youth Centre repairs will begin soon

Shropshire Council is continuing to work hard to ensure that the Ludlow Youth Centre reopens to the public as soon as it’s safe and possible to do so.

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Devafest reveals Jessie J to headline next year - plus loads more acts announced

Family festival Devafest has announced its latest headliner ahead of the 2026 event - popstar Jessie J.

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B&M apologises for 'serious error' as shoppers given warning

The 'serious error' sparked an 'urgent investigation' from B&M, which has issued a warning to shoppers

Shropshire News | Shropshire Live

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.