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Urgent warning over Black Friday scams for 'unbelievably cheap' deals

Consumers booking Black Friday holiday deals are being urged to avoid scams.

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Lidl shoppers complain 'what a joke' after 'ridiculous' 10p increase for carrier bags

Lidl has increased the price of its plastic carrier bags by 10p (from 30p to 40p), leaving shoppers outraged.

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Increase in number of consultants recruited at hospital Trust

The Trust that runs the county’s acute hospitals is noticing a significant increase in consultant recruitment which will lead to an improvement in patient care.

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Temporary fencing put up around Hoffman Kiln at Llanymynech

Temporary fencing has been put up around the Hoffman Kiln at Llanymynech, ahead of possible repair work being carried out.

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Telford & Wrekin Council proposes new HMO licensing and planning controls

Plans to consult on proposals to help create and maintain safe homes and fair standards in houses in multiple occupation will be presented at a meeting of the Telford & Wrekin Council’s cabinet next week.

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Historic community group donates £10,000 to Lingen Davies Sunflower Appeal

A historic community group dedicated to fundraising for cancer services has donated £10,000 to the Lingen Davies Sunflower Appeal.

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Improvements to community centre outdoor area thanks to local developer

A Telford community centre has received a welcome boost to its outdoor space, thanks to a generous donation from the construction firm behind a new housing development nearby.

Whitchurch Herald | News

Whitchurch man must pay victim compensation after admitting assault

Peter Sumner, of Whitchurch, had to pay his victim £150 in compensation after he admitted assaulting him by beating last August.

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'Magical' Christmas event returning to woodland near Whitchurch

A beloved woodland Christmas event is returning.

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Helen Morgan MP says Budget 'lets down Shropshire'

North Shropshire’s MP has criticised the Chancellor’s recent Budget.

Whitchurch Herald | News

New NHS dental appointments available for people in Whitchurch

SpaDental Whitchurch on Green End is now offering new NHS dental appointments for both adults and children

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Horror and fantasy centre stage at this new Whitchurch bookshop

A new independent bookshop is set to open in Whitchurch.

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Over £400k funding to get residents moving!

Over £400,000 is being invested directly into the heart of Telford and Wrekin's communities following a ground breaking partnership between Telford & Wrekin Council, Sport England and Energize Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin.

Whitchurch Herald | News

Aldi cuts price of festive vegetables to 8p - 'hurry up if you want some'

Aldi is cutting its festive veg prices straight down to 8p this Christmas including potatoes, carrots and parsnips

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What does the budget mean for me? 11 key points from the Budget 2025

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her second Budget, laying out a series of tax rises as she aims to fill a black hole in the public finances.

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Harper Adams University receives £500,000 high-tech learning and teaching funding boost

Harper Adams University is to invest more than £500,000 in high-tech equipment to boost learning and teaching in AI and Engineering over the next year.

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PCC criticises proposal to scrap jury trials for most crimes

Proposals by the Ministry of Justice to massively restrict the right to a jury trial have been criticised by Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion.

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New sky gardens set to improve patient experience through local partnership

Rotarians from Shrewsbury Severn Rotary Club are joining forces with The Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Hospital Trust (SaTH) in a new partnership that will boost hospital fundraising efforts.

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Andy Burnham backs Shrewsbury’s new night bus scheme

The high-profile Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham is throwing his support behind a new night bus service trial in Shrewsbury.

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Man sentenced after being caught with knife in Whitchurch town centre

Martin Ward, of Whitchurch, has been sentenced after he had a kitchen knife in the town centre earlier this year.