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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.

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Whitchurch Herald | News

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

Whitchurch Herald | News

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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New deputy chief constable appointed for West Mercia Police

Damian Barratt has been appointed as the new deputy chief constable of West Mercia Police.

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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.

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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.

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Region’s primary cancer charity invests £100,000 in new Wellbeing Programme

A £100,000 wellbeing support package offering those living with cancer in the region a ‘crucial lifeline’ has been unveiled by Lingen Davies Cancer Fund.

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Shropshire’s first padel club proving to be a big hit with county players

Shropshire’s first padel club has quickly proved a big hit with locals since opening at the start of March.

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Woodland project supports veterans to feel rooted in community

Veterans in Telford are being supported to transition back into civilian life through a unique programme that uses nature to foster purpose and belonging.

Whitchurch Herald | News

Whitchurch Food and Drink Festival this weekend - what to expect

The Whitchurch Food and Drink Festival is set to take place this weekend.

Whitchurch Herald | News

Indonesian sixth formers visit Shropshire school as part of cultural exchange

A group of Indonesian sixth form students immersed themselves in a Shropshire school for four days.

Whitchurch Herald | News

Community spirit shines through at successful Shropshire village event

Hundreds of Shropshire residents gathered at Prees Sports and Social Club for an eagerly anticipated community day.

Whitchurch Herald | News

Shared chief executive could take over two Shropshire hospital trusts

Two of the main hospital trusts in Shropshire and Telford and Wrekin want to appoint a shared chief executive.

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Witness appeal following assault near St Leonard’s Church, Malinslee

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man suffered severe injuries, including a portion of his ear being bitten off, during an assault by a group of individuals near St Leonard’s Church cemetery on Friday.

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Rheinmetall to establish new UK defence facility in Telford

Rheinmetall, a global leader in defence technology, is to establish a new UK defence facility in Telford.

Whitchurch Herald | News

'Shy and incredibly scarce' snake that is rarest in the UK and where to find it

Find out more about the UK's rarest snake - the Smooth Snake, including if it's dangerous and where it can be found.

Whitchurch Herald | News

Sir Keir Starmer strikes post-Brexit reset deal with EU

Ministers had appeared confident of securing an accord, with Number 10 saying on Saturday the Prime Minister would “strike a deal” at the first UK-EU summit