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Transport Secretary visits Shrewsbury to back bus and rail upgrades
A high-profile Cabinet Minister visited Shrewsbury at the weekend to back plans for improved local train and bus services and to deliver her vision for ‘a stronger, fairer and more prosperous country’.
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Shrewsbury Town Council awards Cost of Living Grants to local support organisations
Shrewsbury Town Council has announced the successful recipients of its new three-year Cost of Living Grant Fund.
Shropshire residents invited to celebrate ‘million smiles’ volunteers
The team behind a new community campaign is calling on Shropshire residents to help shine a light on the volunteers whose kindness, commitment, and quiet contributions make a difference to communities right across the county.
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NHS family takes on first 5k together in support of hospitals’ charity
A family of NHS colleagues is preparing to take on the Wace Morgan Shrewsbury 5k to raise money for Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Charity.
Body of missing Brody Leach recovered from River Severn in Shrewsbury
Police have confirmed that the body of 22-year-old Brody Leach was recovered from the River Severn in Shrewsbury in the early hours of this morning, 27 June.
Public meeting marks the start of Oswestry’s neighbourhood planning journey
A well-attended public meeting has given Oswestry’s new Neighbourhood Plan an encouraging start
Ludlow resident celebrates 100th Birthday with family, friends and a four-legged visitor
A much-loved resident at Churchill House Care Home in Ludlow, Linda Bufton, has celebrated her 100th birthday with a special afternoon tea party.
Six men from Shropshire charged with exploitation and burglary offences
Six men have been charged with a string of serious offences, including modern slavery exploitation, burglary, and drug supply, following a major police investigation spanning Shropshire and beyond.
Why gritter lorries have been driving along Shropshire's road in this heat
Gritter lorries have been out and about on Shropshire's roads to spread sand as the asphalt 'melts' in the heat.
Man pleads not guilty to causing death of Whitchurch businessman Ben Wylie in crash
CHESTER Crown Court has set a date for the trial of a man accused of causing the death of a Whitchurch businessman.
Police appeal after 22-year-old man goes missing after last being seen in River Severn
An urgent search is underway in Shrewsbury after a 22-year-old man went missing after entering the river in the early hours of this morning, Friday 26 June.
Canal hit by breach near Whitchurch should be open by the end of the year
The team behind the major repairs to the Llangollen Canal after a breach near Whitchurch say it should be reopen by the end of the year.
Shropshire Council addresses issue of overgrown grass, weeds and street cleanliness
Shropshire Council has acknowledged residents' growing frustrations over overgrown grass, weeds, and general street cleanliness across the county.
Record-breaking June heatwave would be 'virtually impossible' in 1976, scientists say
The recent heatwave that has shattered records has intensified warnings about the pace and impact of climate change across Europe.
'Surge in mosquitoes' could hit the UK soon as warning over bites issued
Wet and warm weather could trigger a surge in mosquito activity across the UK, experts have warned.
Seven arrested in Shropshire as part of crackdown on serious organised crime
Seven people were arrested yesterday, Thursday 25 June, during a pre-planned operation in Shropshire linked to modern slavery, burglary and drugs supply.
Shrewsbury BID concerned by planned closure of the Meole Brace Park & Ride
Shrewsbury Business Improvement District (BID) has expressed concern over the planned closure of the Meole Brace Park & Ride service.
Funding boost helps more families commemorate loved ones on Telford’s Veteran Trail
Local veterans and their families can honour their service and dedication on Telford’s Veteran Trail for free or at a reduced cost, thanks to a £2,950 donation from Telford & Wrekin Council.
Young leaders quiz MPs on tackling climate change
Young leaders were welcomed to the Houses of Parliament last week for an event organised by Shropshire Wildlife Trust.
Brave fundraiser completes a gruelling 24-hour running challenge for mental health charity
A fundraiser has completed a gruelling 24-hour running challenge, James Morgan completed his challenge to raise money for Shropshire Mental Health Support.