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'Don't use social media to report antisocial behaviour': Police urge use of 'official channels' to report incidents

Police say they have taken action to deal with ongoing reports of antisocial behaviour in a part of Telford.

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Shropshire Star general election comment: Rishi Sunak’s out but can we trust Keir Starmer?

Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party has lost the moral authority to lead this country. The question is – can we trust Labour under Keir Starmer to take the UK forward?

Man in court accused of arson over shocking Telford house fire

A man has appeared in court accused of arson with intent to endanger life after a fire ripped through a house in Telford.

Shropshire fire service advertises for two senior officers amid investigation into WhatsApp messages

Shropshire's fire service is looking to recruit two new senior officers on £108,000-a-year.

Danger driver who hit 100mph in a 40mph residential area avoids jail

A man who drove dangerously at speeds 'in excess' of 100mph in a residential area has avoided a prison sentence.

Charming arts and crafts property complete with tennis court goes on the market at incredible price

A charming arts and crafts property has just gone on the market near Oswestry with a plethora of period features and comes complete with its own tennis court.

Telford Travelodge burglar took laptop and car keys from room then made off in stolen £15,000 Toyota

A woman who burgled a hotel room, stole a laptop and car keys then made off in the £15,000 Toyota is in custody.

'We apologised and refunded money': Council bailiffs took money that wasn't owed from Telford church

A council has apologised after a Telford church paid bailiffs for unpaid business rates when it did not owe anything.

'I hold my hands up to everything': Drink driver injured when he crashed into pole gets ban

A drink driver who was injured after crashing his car into a pole has been fined and banned from driving.

Teenager set to open barber shop in Shropshire town that hasn't had one for more than 10 years

A new barber shop is set to open in a medieval Shropshire town centre for the first time in years.

Shrewsbury thief assaulted man and stole Rustlers burgers

A shoplifter has admitted stealing fortified wine and Rustlers burgers as well as assaulting a man.

Beauty spot's annual orchid count turns celebration after local nature reserve designation

An annual orchid count on a hill in Much Wenlock turned celebration after the beauty spot was designated a local nature reserve.

Town centre shop to get rebrand in bid to cause less confusion and entice more customers

A shop is getting a rebrand after the owners say they're 'sew' much more than fabrics.

Driver failed to provide breath sample to police after being stopped in Wellington town centre

A motorist who failed to provide a breath sample to police will face sentenced later this month.

'My Post Office may only be one square metre big - but I'm proud of my 47 years serving my village'

A postmistress who has run one of the smallest UK Post Offices from her village home for the last 47 years is retiring.

Plan to demolish part of 'outdated' care home is approved on appeal

Plans to demolish part of a Shrewsbury care home and replace it with a new building will go ahead after a year-long planning wrangle was eventually resolved by Government inspectors.

Where I expect 'Portillo Moments' to happen on general election night

Tomorrow’s the big day. Voters can look forward to delivering a swathe of Portillo Moments as they eject a ruling party that’s left us all worse off after 14 years in charge.

Classic MGs set to motor down to the Severn Valley Railway

One of the largest collections of classic MG sports cars are set to descend on the Severn Valley Railway later this month.

Shropshire nursing boss: Celebrating colleagues who've notched up hundreds of years of vital service

Read the latest column from Hayley Flavell, director of nursing at Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust.

Bridgnorth star of film and TV heads back to her home town am dram

A Shropshire actress who has worked alongside stars such as Craig Revel Horwood, Lesley Joseph and Jeremy Irons is returning to her home town amateur dramatic group where it all began.

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Farming Talk: The latest from the British Grassland Society

The 2024-2025 Recommended Grass and Clover Lists (RGCL) for England and Wales have now been released.

Tuesday, Jul 2

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Petrol prices: West Midlands drivers urged to buy fuel as costs predicted to rise

Drivers in the West Midlands are being urged to buy fuel “sooner rather than later” as a 10-week run of falling prices has ended, dashing hopes of a return to pre-pandemic levels.

Do you recognise these off road bike riders?

Police have released photos of people they want to speak to after reports about the the use of illegal off road bikes.

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When to expect planning decision on Coalbrookdale Works homes plan

A decision on redevelopment plans for a historic foundry site is expected before the end of August.

Three people rushed to hospital, two with 'serious injuries', after crash on A442 near Bridgnorth

Two people have been rushed to hospital with "serious injuries" after a crash on a major A-road near Bridgnorth.

Why uncertainty is creating nervous time for Shropshire businesses, according to report

Fears of tax rises and economic turbulence caused by the general election and a potential change in policies have triggered a ‘rise in nervousness’ among the Shropshire business community.

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Watch: Firefighters rescue horse after it gets stuck

A host of firefighters worked to help a horse which had become stuck in its pen.

Man arrested after 'serious' assault in Telford leaves man needing hospital treatment

A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm following an assault at a Telford property on Tuesday morning.

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Deals on offer as Domino's opens another Telford store

Domino’s has officially opened its latest Telford store.

Bischof+Klein (UK) designs receiving international recognition

A business with a base in Telford is enjoying an award-winning year with bosses hailing a 'remarkable achievement'.