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Homes evacuated and road closed after car crashes into Shrewsbury house causing gas leak
Several homes were evacuated and a major residential route was closed after a car crashed into the back of a house in Shrewsbury on Saturday, causing a gas leak.
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Rail companies in agreement on Shrewsbury Station upgrades
A Shropshire MP who has been campaigning for significant improvements at Shrewsbury Railway Station says forthcoming upgrades are now well on track – following agreements made at Parliament this week.
Man banned from Telford golf course following abusive behaviour
A man who subjected golf course staff to months of abuse and nuisance is now banned after being served with a civil injunction.
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Shropshire’s gritting teams ready for cold winter weather
Shropshire’s highways teams have been busy preparing for the onset of winter and are ready to treat the county’s roads whenever ice and snow arrive.
LTA deputy president Bridie Amos enjoys visiting three Shropshire tennis clubs
Bridie Amos, the deputy president of the Lawn Tennis Association, spent time at three Shropshire tennis clubs during an enjoyable visit to the county.
Shropshire man jailed after breaching order
A Shropshire man has been jailed for eight months after he breached his Criminal Behaviour Order.
Planning permission granted for historic Llwyd Mansion
Oswestry Town Council has received Full Planning Permission and Listed Building Consent for the restoration and transformation of Llwyd Mansion.
Royal patronage marks proud milestone for Veterans’ Orthopaedic Service
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital has announced that Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Edinburgh has agreed to become Patron of its Veterans’ Orthopaedic Service.
National School Meals Week celebrates 120 years of nourishing young minds
Children across Telford and Wrekin are enjoying healthy, nutritious school meals every day thanks to the dedication of Telford & Wrekin Council's Let's Dine catering team.
Stuart Anderson MP promotes nominations for 2027 Rural Oscars
Residents across South Shropshire are being urged to nominate the local businesses, pubs, and community figures that keep their towns and villages thriving as nominations open for the Countryside Alliance Awards 2027.
Telford MP tells Royal Mail bosses: Not good enough
Telford MP Shaun Davies has confronted Royal Mail’s Chief Executive, Alistair Cochrane, over the ongoing problems with postal services in Telford.
Upgrades underway to transform Oswestry Bus Station
Work is continuing to improve facilities and refresh the appearance of Oswestry Bus Station, as part of a phased investment programme to enhance one of the town’s key transport hubs.
Council improve key roads across the Borough’s employment estates
Telford & Wrekin Council has invested more than £1.8 million over the last two years to improve key roads across the Borough's major employment estates, helping support businesses, employees and visitors while maintaining vital transport links.
New hospital centre will be real gamechanger, says MP
A new dedicated respiratory centre for Shropshire patients will be ‘a real gamechanger in local health care, greatly improving diagnosis and shortening hospital stays.’
Telford youth provider awarded BEM
A Telford youth provider reflects on his recent accolade of being awarded a British Empire Medal for his dedication to children and families.
Shropshire Council to consider public consultation on future of library service
Shropshire Council’s Cabinet is to be asked to approve a 12-week public consultation on proposals to shape the future of the Shropshire Libraries Service.
National Trust celebrates Ironbridge Gorge reopening milestone
The National Trust is celebrating landmark visitor numbers after six months at its reopened sites within the Ironbridge Gorge UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Shrewsbury railway bridge maintenance work to continue until January
Maintenance work on the Castle Foregate and Great Western Railway bridges in Shrewsbury is to continue until January.
Shropshire Council launches Winter Wellness campaign
Residents across Shropshire are being encouraged to explore tips, tools and local support to help stay healthy and well throughout the colder months.
Award-winning Christmas lights set to dazzle visitors near Whitchurch
Higher Heath Lights, the popular festive attraction near Whitchurch is set to return bigger and brighter than ever this Christmas.