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Delays on M54 after HGV crosses central barrier between Junctions 2 and 3
The M54 motorway remains closed westbound between Junction 2 (Wolverhampton) and Junction 3 (Albrighton) this morning following a serious collision late last night.
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The economy “isn’t working for anyone”, says Shropshire MP ahead of Budget
A Shropshire MP has called on the Chancellor to deliver a Budget that works for the county and criticised successive governments for ignoring the needs of rural areas.
Shrewsbury town centre councillor calls for hospitality VAT cut at Budget
A councillor representing Shrewsbury Town Centre is backing calls for a 5% VAT cut for pubs, restaurants and other hospitality and entertainment businesses in today's Budget.
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Pothole Blitz: Multihogs to tackle Shropshire roads in December
Shropshire Council is gearing up for a major offensive against the county's perennial pothole problem, with its two specialist Multihog road planer machines set to treat dozens of roads across Shropshire throughout December.
Support grows for new Telford flag, inspired by local schoolgirl
Local people and businesses are showing their support for the new Telford flag, inspired by a local schoolgirl.
Shropshire charity offers local solutions to fuel poverty this winter
As energy costs continue to rise, Community Resource is supporting local households to stay warm this winter.
Tickets go on sale for the award-winning Newport Show
Tickets for the award-winning Newport Show have gone on sale – with major plans already underway for great free entertainment at next year’s event.
Ellesmere and Whitchurch health centres craft Remembrance poppy displays
Health centres in Ellesmere and Whitchurch put on displays to mark the month of remembrance.
Prestigious Shropshire school introduces Latin and Classics lessons
A prestigious Shropshire school has introduced Latin and Classics lessons.
'Frozen' cancer screening system putting lives at risk, MPs warn
MPs, including North Shropshire’s Helen Morgan, are urging Health Secretary Wes Streeting to address delays in launching a national prostate cancer screening programme
Shropshire health leaders urge those eligible to get free flu jab
Health leaders in Shropshire are urging people aged 18 to 64 with long-term health conditions to get their free flu jab.
Plans for new coffee cabin at a Whitchurch farm rejected
Emma Brown's plans to build a new coffee cabin in Whitchurch have been rejected by Shropshire Council.
ROYAL VISIT: Prince William joins Kiri Pritchard-McLean for Llandudno comedy workshop
Prince William took part in a classic game of 'Guess Who I Am'. The father-of-three couldn’t help laughing at some of the clues!
National minimum wage to go up to £12.71 as full time wage increases to £26k a year
Minimum wage rates are to increase for millions, giving a welcome pay rise to 4.1% to £12.71 an hour for low paid workers, with £1,500 for 18 to 20-year-olds
'Most indulgent ever' Christmas giveaway for Cheshire's Carden Park
CARDEN Park in Cheshire Park is set to hold its 'most indulgent' Christmas giveaway.
What is Disability Burnout? How you can cope with it
When my body says ‘hey I’m reaching my limit now’, my brain overrules and that is when it all comes crashing down
Shropshire Council auditor’s statutory recommendation
Shropshire Council has been issued a statutory recommendation by its external auditor, Grant Thornton, calling for urgent action to address serious financial weaknesses and secure better value for money.
Hopes for 'intergenerational' housing development near Whitchurch golf club
Eight new homes could be built on land next to Hill Valley Golf Club in Whitchurch if plans are approved by Shropshire Council.
Ah PD Vienna! New four-legged officer joins Cheshire Police
A NEW four-legged officer has joined Cheshire Police, and even took down a criminal on her first night.
DVSA make big change to 'vital' manoeuvre on driving tests in the UK
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has rolled out key changes to driving tests across the UK that came into force from today.