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Police appeal for witnesses after man dies following collision near Longdon-on-Tern

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man died in hospital following a collision involving a single vehicle near Telford on Easter Sunday.

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Repeated closures expected on main road near Ellesmere this summer

The A495 between Ellesmere and Whittington is set to be closed over various periods until June 1 while a series of maintenance works are undertaken.

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Appeal for witnesses following Oswestry assault

Police are investigating an assault in Oswestry where a man in his 20s was left unconscious. Officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward to assist with their enquiries.

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All 40 of UK fashion retailer's stores could close this month amid administration

Administrators are set to review Quiz's remaining 40 stores in the UK and seven concession stores in Ireland at the end of April, according to reports.

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Protein Foam is here as Starbucks’ latest coffee upgrade hits UK coffee shops

Starbucks launches protein coffee in the UK this week - and it adds 15g per drink, thanks to special foam

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'Very rare' Royal Mint £1 coin worth more than £50 because of error

The 2025 Royal Mint £1 coin features King Charles III on the front and British Bees design on the reverse

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New help for Shropshire residents facing cost-of-living pressures

Shropshire Council has announced a major package of support for residents facing cost‑of‑living pressures.

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End of an era as Stans Superstore changes hands

A cornerstone of the St Martins community near Oswestry is set to enter a new chapter following the sale of Stans Superstore.

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Wellington town council welcomes new Town Clerk

Wellington Town Council has confirmed a change at the helm: Chief Executive Officer Karen Roper is set to retire, with local resident Alison Hinks named as the town’s new Clerk.

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MP backs South Shropshire bids for ‘Town of Culture’ title

South Shropshire MP Stuart Anderson has thrown his weight behind Bridgnorth and Ludlow as they compete for a multi-million-pound investment in the national Town of Culture Competition.

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4 All’s youth provision shortlisted for national award

4 All Foundation’s outstanding provision for young people has been recognised by the judges of a national awards scheme.

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Slurry lagoon proposed for dairy farm near Wem

A slurry lagoon is planned for a farm on the outskirts of Wem after planning permission was sought from Shropshire Council.

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Whitchurch Whippets running club re-launches Couch to 5k course

The Whitchurch Whippets are set to relaunch their Couch to 5k course.

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Businesses across Shropshire invited to attend King's Awards for Enterprise

A chance to put your business on the map could be just around the corner.

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TV star surprises Whitchurch club at its 87th anniversary celebration

TV auctioneer Charles Hanson helped mark the occasion during a special night of celebration.

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Police seek driver following collision with pedestrian in Dawley

West Mercia Police are appealing for a motorist to come forward following a road traffic collision involving a pedestrian in Telford last Friday.

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One person taken to hospital after crash between car and motorcycle

Emergency services were rushed to Ellesmere yesterday afternoon (April 6) after reports of a two-vehicle collision in the area.

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Motorcyclist dies at the scene following collision with tractor near Whitchurch

A motorcyclist has died following a collision with a tractor near Bangor-On-Dee, Wrexham.

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Malpas man Chris Smith 'honoured and humbled' at King Charles III honour

King Charles III has presented a Malpas man with a prestigious honour at St Asaph Cathedral.

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Thousands face unexpected retirement delay as state pension age changes

Millions of Britons face a state pension shake-up from April. Payments are rising - but so is the retirement age.