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Strawberries and cream anyone? Tennis club to show tennis final live on the big screen

Boughey Gardens Tennis Club, located in Newport High Street, is inviting tennis lovers to join members in watching the Wimbledon Men's Final. A big screen has generously been sponsored by The Travel Store in Newport.

Wrist and neck injuries ‘on the mend’ after theatre fall, says Sir Ian McKellen

The veteran screen and stage actor has withdrawn from the remainder of the Player Kings’ national tour.

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Sunak ally Stride: Labour on course for ‘extraordinary landslide’

Rishi Sunak’s loyal lieutenant Mel Stride appeared resigned to a heavy Tory defeat but warned voters not to give Labour ‘untrammelled’ power.

Biden blames jet lag for poor performance in presidential debate

The 81-year-old president said he ‘wasn’t very smart’ and ‘didn’t listen to my staff’ about two back-to-back European trips.

Pro-Palestine demonstrators blockade factory

Pro-Palestinian protesters have blockaded a defence and security company as they call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

Students to perform concert in aid of church organ restoration fund

A charity concert featuring the internationally and nationally recognised bands of Haberdashers' Abraham Darby will take place on Saturday, July 6, in aid of All Saints Parish Church Wellington Organ Restoration Fund.

Quatt are in control after sinking their title rivals

Quatt have taken a firm grip on the Shropshire County Cricket League Premier Division title race.

'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.

Call to raise driving test fees for learners who repeatedly fail

Government figures show 93,204 practical car driving tests taken in the year to the end of March were at least the candidate’s sixth attempt.

The big talking points as Shrewsbury begin pre-season

Salop have 12 players on their books at the moment, with their squad working hard under head coach Paul Hurst in pre-season.

Kevin Wilkin working hard for Telford

AFC Telford United manager Kevin Wilkin has revealed that he hopes he will have two more additions to his squad by the end of the week.

Brazil star set to depart Aston Villa on loan

Forgotten Villa man Philippe Coutinho is close to securing a return to Brazil on loan.

Boy accused of stabbing Sydney student faced previous charges, officials say

The boy is the third Australian child to be accused of a stabbing attack linked to online radicalisation since April.

Pom poms and crocheted poll data: Public document election with arts and crafts

Sarra Jenkins said: ‘(The poll tracker) was not really something I anticipated people grabbing on to – it’s been really sweet and nice to see.’

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Merih Demiral and Mert Gunok send Turkey into Euro 2024 quarter-finals

Defender Demiral scored both goals before goalkeeper Gunok brilliantly denied Austria’s Christoph Baumgartner a late equaliser.

Labour slips behind SNP ahead of election day, poll suggests

The latest survey was carried out between June 28 and July 2.

Braverman urges Tories to prepare for ‘reality and frustration of opposition’

Former home secretary Suella Braverman has urged the Conservative Party to “read the writing on the wall” and “prepare for the reality and frustration of opposition”.

What to expect on the General Election campaign trail on Wednesday

Here is your guide to the main developments expected in the General Election campaign on Wednesday.

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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.

£235m expected to be withdrawn from ATMs as voters go to polls on Thursday

The predicted ATM withdrawal total is expected to be lower than it was on December 12 2019, when the last general election was held.

5 memorable British Grand Prix races staged at Silverstone

Nigel Mansell claimed victory at the 1987 British Grand Prix.

Lando Norris’ lap guide to world-famous Silverstone ahead of British Grand Prix

The British Grand Prix takes place at the Northamptonshire circuit this weekend.

On this day in 2011: Novak Djokovic wins first Wimbledon title

The Serbian has won a record 24 grand slam men’s singles titles.