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Police crack down on youth disorder with 48-hour dispersal order in Oakengates

A crackdown on antisocial behaviour by youths has been launched in Oakengates this week with a 48-hour dispersal order across the Telford town following a spike in police reports.

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Man jailed for running Telford drugs line after being released from prison

A man has been given a five-year custodial sentence after it was discovered he was running a drugs line in Telford the day he was released from prison.

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Shropshire faces ‘triple squeeze’ as funding gap set to widen significantly

New analysis from the Rural Services Network has exposed a deepening structural funding crisis in Shropshire, revealing that the county is set to fall further behind both its rural peers and the national average over the coming years.

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Shrewsbury man convicted after using murder victim’s bank card

A 26-year-old man was yesterday, Wednesday 8 April, found guilty of the murder of Alexis De Naray following a 12-day trial at Stafford Crown Court.

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Shropshire “risks being left behind” as UK Shared Prosperity Funding ends 

Business and tourism leaders have warned that Shropshire could be left without access to key economic funding after the Government confirmed the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) would not be renewed.

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Shropshire Council seeks residents input to help shape new Corporate Plan

Residents across Shropshire are being urged to help define the county’s future as Shropshire Council launches a public consultation on its upcoming Corporate Plan.

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Café unveils new events to bounce back after canal breach

A Shropshire café fighting back after a major canal breach has unveiled a new programme of events designed to safeguard its future.

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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.