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£20,000 stolen in Shrewsbury petrol station burglary
Police are appealing for witnesses after a late-night break-in on Battlefield Road in Shrewsbury.
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Man jailed for Telford knife point robbery at petrol station
A man has been jailed after he carried out a knife point robbery at a petrol station in Telford.
Car and motorcycle involved in early morning collision on Stafford Park
A road traffic collision occurred on Stafford Park 1 in Telford early this morning, Wednesday.
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David Austin Roses receive 29th Gold for ‘The King’s Rose’ Showcase at RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Shropshire-based rose breeder, David Austin Roses, has been awarded a Gold Medal for its RHS Chelsea Flower Show stand showcasing ‘The King’s Rose’.
Second phase of local governance review now open for consultation
Proposed changes to the way Town and Parish Councils are organised in Telford and Wrekin are now open for consultation, following a review of public feedback on existing arrangements.
Completion of £17m Extra Care Housing scheme in Telford celebrated
A £17 million Extra Care Housing scheme in Telford is preparing to welcome its first residents with construction works now completed.
Telford schoolboy wins praise from Jude Bellingham after winning competition
An 11-year-old Telford schoolboy’s terrific trading card design featuring Jude Bellingham’s iconic celebration has sparked a heartwarming reaction from the England midfielder.
New Travel Telford route links Ironbridge to Princess Royal Hospital
Telford & Wrekin Council has expanded its Travel Telford on-demand transport service to now include trips to and from Princess Royal Hospital.
Councillor Rosie Radford elected as Oswestry’s new Mayor
Councillor Rosie Radford was formally elected as the Mayor of Oswestry for the 2025-2026 civic year at the annual Mayor Making ceremony held on Monday.
Stuart Anderson MP campaigns for national recognition of Wenlock Olympian Games
Stuart Anderson MP hopes that Wenlock Olympian Society will be protected for future generations. He has nominated it for inclusion in a UK-wide ‘Inventory of Living Heritage.’
Ironbridge Gorge Park and Ride returns for summer
Ironbridge Gorge park and ride is back this summer, offering a simple, sustainable and affordable way to visit one of the UK’s most iconic heritage destinations.
Lidl's new 59p bakery treat makes 'dreams a reality' for shoppers
Lidl's new 59p School Cake slice is now in its bakeries across the UK, and it’s causing a stir on social media.
Aldi, Sainsbury's, Tesco, Morrisons and M&S selling giant strawberries
Aldi, Sainsbury's, Tesco, Morrisons and M&S are among the supermarkets selling giant strawberries the size of plums, after a bumper British harvest
Met Office issues thunderstorm warning amid 'unseasonably cold nights'
The weather will turn slightly less settled for some this week, before the real change in type comes at the weekend.
Two women die in late-night collision in Ludlow
Two women have died and a man has been conveyed to hospital following a collision in Ludlow last night.
Trusts to seek shared Chief Executive to lead community and hospital services
Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust and The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust have announced they are seeking to appoint a shared Chief Executive to lead both organisations.
Lloyds Bank branches close today in Ludlow and Bridgnorth
Lloyds Bank's branches in Ludlow and Bridgnorth will close their doors for the final time today, a move the bank attributes to a significant decline in branch usage.
New deputy chief constable appointed for West Mercia Police
Damian Barratt has been appointed as the new deputy chief constable of West Mercia Police.
Tasley Garden Village plans to provide new home for community sports club
Bloor Homes, working in partnership with Taylor Wimpey, have submitted an outline planning application for Tasley Garden Village to Shropshire Council.
A41 set for major improvements this summer
Telford & Wrekin Council is carrying out the second phase of a major upgrade to the A41, which began yesterday.