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Oswestry Town Council suspends introduction of overnight parking charges
Oswestry Town Council has decided to suspend the introduction of overnight car parking fees following an extraordinary meeting.
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Four Ellesmere trees set to be replaced with new seating and planters
Shropshire Council is proposing to remove four trees on the Promenade area on Cross Street, Ellesmere due to ‘root heave’* causing uneven footway surfaces and trip hazards.
Charity launch will help ensure A Better Tomorrow for those in need
A new charity will enhance the support a dedicated team provides for adults affected by issues such as addiction, domestic abuse, homelessness and mental ill health.
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Shropshire Council Affordable Warmth and Energy Efficiency Team wins national award
Shropshire Council’s Affordable Warmth and Energy Efficiency Team has won a national award at the Energy Efficiency Awards, for National Insulation & Fabric Project of the Year.
Milestone as SaTH exits special measures after sustained improvement
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) has exited special measures after demonstrating substantial and sustained improvement – a significant milestone on its improvement journey.
Serial shoplifter sentenced to prison for defying court order in Telford
A woman has been handed a 25-week custodial sentence for breaching her Criminal Behaviour Order after she was caught stealing from shops in Telford.
Shaun Davies MP meets Transport Minister to press case for direct Telford-London rail link
Shaun Davies MP met this week with Lord Hendry, Minister of State at the Department for Transport, to discuss the latest proposals for a new direct rail service between Wrexham and London via Telford.
New visual guide helps children feel calmer in hospital
A play practitioner at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust has created a new visual tool to help children and their families feel calmer during scans and other procedures.
New Pump Track opens in Meole Brace following Shrewsbury Town Council investment
Shrewsbury Town Council has redeveloped the pump track on Mary Webb Road in Meole Brace, as part of the latest investment in providing play provision for young people across Shrewsbury.
Cancer awareness initiative surpasses 1,000 ‘Champions’
A regional drive to train cancer champion volunteers, encourage more everyday cancer conversations, and increase the uptake of cancer screening invitations has surpassed the 1,000 recruitment mark.
Investigation ongoing following security scare in Saxon Court, Leegomery
Dozens of residents were forced to evacuate their homes in the Leegomery area of Telford yesterday evening after a suspected explosive device sparked a major security alert in Saxon Court.
Man arrested following sexual assault in Woodside
A man was arrested on Monday morning, 2 March, following a sexual assault on Wellsfield in Woodside shortly before 8.30 am.
Over 30,000 tonnes of food waste recycled in Telford and Wrekin
Residents in Telford and Wrekin have recycled more than 30,000 tonnes of food waste since the free weekly food waste collection service was introduced in September 2019.
Shrewsbury Furniture Scheme set to close
The much-loved Shrewsbury Furniture Scheme, which has helped countless numbers of people to furnish their homes over the past 32 years, has announced its closure.
National Grid customers in Telford to receive safety check visits
National Grid Electricity Distribution is visiting customers’ properties in Telford this month as part of a safety inspection programme.
New Nature Reserves designated in Telford on World Wildlife Day
To celebrate World Wildlife Day yesterday, Telford & Wrekin Council has announced the legal designation of two new Local Nature Reserves, and the extension of one existing Reserve.
Man arrested for racial assault at Shrewsbury Muslim Centre
An arrest has been made after a man was assaulted at the Shrewsbury Muslim Centre yesterday, Monday, 2 March.
Police make arrest in Whitchurch as £17,000 of class B drugs discovered
A man has been arrested after an estimated £17,000 worth of class B drugs was discovered in Whitchurch.
Shropshire’s rail ambitions for direct service to London gain momentum
The prospect of a direct rail link between Shropshire and the capital moved a significant step closer yesterday as a high-profile delegation took their case directly to the heart of government.
Telford to bid for Town of Culture – celebrating 60 years of the town’s story
A compelling expression of interest for Telford to become an official ‘Town of Culture’ in 2028 will be submitted by community leaders after the Government announced the exciting new initiative.