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Man jailed for grooming Telford schoolgirl
A man has been handed a two-year jail sentence after driving from Sheffield to meet a schoolgirl from Telford he’d been speaking to online.
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Shropshire Council paves the way for safer school commutes with 20mph rollout
A significant road safety initiative is gaining momentum as Shropshire Council continues its commitment to protecting the county’s youngest residents.
Vital funding secured to improve Newport Community Library
Newport Community Library is set to benefit from significant improvements after vital funding of £235,971 has been secured to refurbish and modernise the much‑loved community facility.
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Successful Hope House Oswestry Pop Up extends opening
Shoppers are getting even more chances to bag a bargain while making a difference at the Hope House Pop Up in Oswestry, thanks to its early success.
Shropshire contingent enjoy playing at ITF World Tennis Masters Tour Wirral tournament
Five Shropshire tennis players took part in the MT200 Wirral tournament, part of the ITF World Tennis Masters Tour calendar, as they impressively represented the county.
2026 Bike4Life Ride Out VIP flag bearer announced
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity has revealed the VIP flag-bearer for its 2026 Bike4Life Ride Out.
Parked cars delay firefighters responding to fire in Bridgnorth
Firefighters were delayed when responding to a fire in Bridgnorth this morning, Thursday 16 April, after they had difficulty navigating parked cars.
Success for families as majority secure top school choice on National Offer Day
Families across the county have received news today, Thursday 16 April, as school place allocations for September 2026 were officially released.
Shropshire Council approves new Shrewsbury town centre design code
Shropshire Council’s Cabinet has approved the adoption of the Shrewsbury Town Centre Design Code as a material consideration in planning decision making, following extensive public consultation.
Policing perceptions split across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin
The latest quarterly survey from West Mercia’s Police and Crime Commissioner, John Campion, has revealed a shifting landscape of public confidence.
South Shropshire MP condemns ‘glacial’ pace of gigabit broadband rollout
Stuart Anderson, the Member of Parliament for South Shropshire, has issued a scathing assessment of the government’s digital infrastructure progress, warning that rural communities are being "neglected" as connection targets slip.
RJAH surgeons helping to change lives on floating hospital
Two surgeons from The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital have returned from a fortnight at sea – helping to change the lives of African children aboard a unique floating hospital.
Families First Partnership summit sets out plans to strengthen support
Plans to strengthen how families are supported in Telford and Wrekin were set out at a Families First Partnership Programme summit yesterday, 15 April.
New signings to play in Shropshire’s friendly against Worcestershire Academy this weekend
New signings Roman Walker and Joe Johnson are both included in the Shropshire side for Sunday's pre-season friendly against Worcestershire Academy at Worfield Cricket Club at 11 am.
Scaffolding roof to be be erected over fire damaged Perches House in Shrewsbury
Shropshire Council will this week commence work to erect a scaffolding roof over Perches House, on Windsor Place in Shrewsbury, which was badly damaged in a fatal fire on 27 January.
Why we must call time on legal bullies and their SLAPPs
Today media outlets across the country are joining a Day of Action to call for the UK Government to include anti-SLAPP protections in the forthcoming King’s Speech.
Aldi apologises and offers full refund as 'do not eat' warning issued
Aldi customers have been issued with a “do not eat” warning after a product recall was issued by the supermarket.
Learner drivers to get refunds after £4.2m fine for AA and BSM over drip-pricing
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has ordered the AA Driving School and BSM Driving School to refund more than 80,000 learner drivers
Royal Mail delivery delays - how to find postcodes affected and claim compensation
Royal Mail reports delivery delays daily - find out who can claim compensation and the payment you receive if successful.
New Oakengates library opens in the heart of town
A brand new Oakengates library has officially opened its doors at 6-8 Limes Walk in the town. Plans were approved earlier this year for the new facility, which is called ‘Turning Pages @ Oakengates Library.’