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Parked cars delay firefighters responding to fire in Bridgnorth
Firefighters were delayed when responding to a fire in Bridgnorth this morning, Thursday 16 April, after they had difficulty navigating parked cars.
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Success for families as majority secure top school choice on National Offer Day
Families across the county have received news today, Thursday 16 April, as school place allocations for September 2026 were officially released.
Shropshire Council approves new Shrewsbury town centre design code
Shropshire Council’s Cabinet has approved the adoption of the Shrewsbury Town Centre Design Code as a material consideration in planning decision making, following extensive public consultation.
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Policing perceptions split across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin
The latest quarterly survey from West Mercia’s Police and Crime Commissioner, John Campion, has revealed a shifting landscape of public confidence.
South Shropshire MP condemns ‘glacial’ pace of gigabit broadband rollout
Stuart Anderson, the Member of Parliament for South Shropshire, has issued a scathing assessment of the government’s digital infrastructure progress, warning that rural communities are being "neglected" as connection targets slip.
RJAH surgeons helping to change lives on floating hospital
Two surgeons from The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital have returned from a fortnight at sea – helping to change the lives of African children aboard a unique floating hospital.
Families First Partnership summit sets out plans to strengthen support
Plans to strengthen how families are supported in Telford and Wrekin were set out at a Families First Partnership Programme summit yesterday, 15 April.
New signings to play in Shropshire’s friendly against Worcestershire Academy this weekend
New signings Roman Walker and Joe Johnson are both included in the Shropshire side for Sunday's pre-season friendly against Worcestershire Academy at Worfield Cricket Club at 11 am.
Scaffolding roof to be be erected over fire damaged Perches House in Shrewsbury
Shropshire Council will this week commence work to erect a scaffolding roof over Perches House, on Windsor Place in Shrewsbury, which was badly damaged in a fatal fire on 27 January.
Why we must call time on legal bullies and their SLAPPs
Today media outlets across the country are joining a Day of Action to call for the UK Government to include anti-SLAPP protections in the forthcoming King’s Speech.
Aldi apologises and offers full refund as 'do not eat' warning issued
Aldi customers have been issued with a “do not eat” warning after a product recall was issued by the supermarket.
Learner drivers to get refunds after £4.2m fine for AA and BSM over drip-pricing
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has ordered the AA Driving School and BSM Driving School to refund more than 80,000 learner drivers
Royal Mail delivery delays - how to find postcodes affected and claim compensation
Royal Mail reports delivery delays daily - find out who can claim compensation and the payment you receive if successful.
New Oakengates library opens in the heart of town
A brand new Oakengates library has officially opened its doors at 6-8 Limes Walk in the town. Plans were approved earlier this year for the new facility, which is called ‘Turning Pages @ Oakengates Library.’
Shrewsbury residents invited to help shape the future of the Quarry at annual town meeting
Shrewsbury residents encouraged to attend Shrewsbury Town Council’s Annual Town Meeting on Thursday 30 April from 7pm at The Guildhall, Frankwell Quay.
Powerful cancer awareness moment set for Bucks’ final home game
A community initiative to raise awareness about cancer is set to take place this Saturday, 18 April, linking football fans and the region's primary cancer charity.
Shropshire soprano reaches quarter-finals of major international opera competition
A Shropshire-based soprano has been named among the world’s most promising emerging opera singers after reaching the quarter-finals of the prestigious Elizabeth Connell Prize.
Shropshire opera singer reaches quarter finals of international competition
A Shropshire soprano is making waves on the international stage.
Shropshire libraries receive £299,000 funding boost to improve facilities
Shropshire libraries are set to benefit from a £299,000 funding boost to improve children’s spaces and facilities.
Fire crews respond to fuel tanker fire in Telford
Fire crews have extinguished a fire involving a fuel tanker carrying kerosene on Rock Road in the Overdale area of Telford.