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Two sentenced after throwing bin at moving police car in Telford
A man and his teenage accomplice have been sentenced for throwing a wheelie bin at a police car travelling on an A road in Telford.
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Plans announced for new Sutton Hill community hub
Proposals for a new purpose-built community hub in Sutton Hill have been announced by Telford & Wrekin Council in partnership with Madeley Town Council.
Community champions honoured at Church Stretton Town Council Awards 2026
Church Stretton Town Council proudly celebrated the outstanding contributions of local residents and groups at the 2026 Community Awards.
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Local fundraisers take on Three Peaks Challenge
A determined young Shropshire fundraiser is set to take on one of the UK’s toughest endurance events—the Three Peaks Challenge – after his dad was diagnosed with incurable cancer.
Time capsule buried at Shrewsbury site to mark national Scouting milestone
More than 60 young people came together to mark a special year for Scouting by burying a time capsule at Shropshire’s West Mid Showground.
Woman jailed for Wellington robbery which left elderly man injured
A woman has been jailed after an elderly man was left injured following a robbery at a property in Wellington last September.
Van left 'burnt out' and 'smouldering' after suspected arson attack
Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed crews from Nantwich were called out to Audlem this morning (May 1) after reports of a vehicle fire.
Truck driver denies charges over HGV crash at Shropshire youth centre
Peter Bilham, of Tarporley, pleaded not guilty to causing criminal damage to a Shropshire youth centre and a railway bridge.
‘Unaffordable and outdated’ State Pensions must change says Tony Blair think tank
The Tony Blair Institute says the triple lock must be scrapped, warning the current pension system is outdated and unaffordable.
Price of fish and chips set to skyrocket due to Iran war and 'exceptional costs'
Britain is set to see an increase in the cost of fish and chips.
Crash on roundabout near Whitchurch see emergency services scrambled
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service have confirmed firefighters were called to a crash on the A525 at the Prees Road Roundabout.
Missing medieval floor tiles returned to Wenlock Priory after 60 years in a biscuit tin
Missing pieces of the striking medieval tiled floor at Wenlock Priory, Shropshire, are finally set to return home after spending the last six decades hidden away in a dusty tin.
Shropshire Council vows action as Bridgnorth’s New Market Hall named among UK’s most endangered
Shropshire Council has welcomed the inclusion of the Grade II listed New Market building in Bridgnorth on the Victorian Society’s "Top Ten Endangered Buildings" list for 2026.
Fly‑tipping appeal in Randlay leads to £650 penalty payment
Telford & Wrekin Council has taken enforcement action after a successful public appeal identified the person responsible for fly‑tipping a fridge freezer on council‑owned land in Bolton Grange, Randlay.
PCC invests in specialist 4x4s focused on rural communities
Specialist 4x4 vehicles designed to improve police capability in rural areas are now serving West Mercia’s communities.
New resident poet appointed in Wellington
Wellington Town Council has appointed its new Resident Poet, as Steve Fletcher takes on the mantle from outgoing poet, Judi Anderson.
Shropshire’s cricketers ready for bank holiday double-header in One Day Trophy
Shropshire face a busy bank holiday weekend as they look forward to their next two group matches in the NV Play One Day Trophy.
Tanya Miles named new chief executive of Shropshire Council
Tanya Miles has been named the new chief executive of Shropshire Council, subject to ratification by Full Council on 14 May 2026.
Ellesmere Rotary donates £500 to town council for inaugural arts festival
ELLESMERE Rotary recently welcomed a new member, Rod Evans, and heard a talk from Lakelands Academy’s headteacher, Mark Hignett.
Jail for group who followed elderly and vulnerable people before burgling their homes
A group of people who followed elderly and vulnerable people around before burgling their homes have been jailed.