Shropshire Council's Veolia waste deal review due to start
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Shropshire engineer died trying to unload machinery
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more storiesSean Parrish: AFC Telford goal better than Wembley
He played more than 200 games in the Football League and won a League Two play-off final at Wembley with Northampton.
Goalkeeper Ryan Young praises AFC Telford's Lee Carter
AFC Telford's record appearance-holder Ryan Young has paid tribute to the hard work of the club’s staff on the eve of the Bucks’ historic 500th competitive game.
Preview: AFC Telford's skipper Simon Grand fired up for big occasion
AFC Telford will create club history when they take to the field against Leamington at the New Bucks Head tomorrow.
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more storiesShropshire church's mini models recreate the Nativity
We’re used to seeing models of the traditional Nativity scene in our churches at this time of year.
Glorious Star Witness photo wins Keith a £100 prize
It was gone in moments, but Keith Owen managed to snap this superb picture of a rainbow before it disappeared.
Letter: Putting county town on tourist map is vital
There is a great debate that Chester is a better tourist venue than Shrewsbury. We need to go no further with this issue.
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Shropshire church's mini models recreate the Nativity
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more storiesStar comment: One man changed the world
As a towering giant of the 20th and 21st centuries, Nelson Mandela stood as proof that one man can change the world.
Star comment: Retirement age change is real blow
Millions of people who are looking forward to riding into a brilliant sunset on the day they retire may have to postpone their plans.
PMQs: While Dave's away, Nick gets to play
While Dave's away, Nick Clegg gets to play at being leader and hold the fort.
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more storiesLetter: Putting county town on tourist map is vital
There is a great debate that Chester is a better tourist venue than Shrewsbury. We need to go no further with this issue.
Letter: Freeze in council tax will hit front line services for the needy
In response to Telford & Wrekin Council’s recommendation that the council tax should be frozen for the next two years and that the council take the Government’s grant, or more accurately bribe, which is equal to a one per cent council tax increase.
Letter: Charging for entry to museum would be bad move all round
To learn Shropshire Council is considering charging visitors to the new museum when it opens is shocking.
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Lorry accident kills woman, 99
A 99-year-old woman who died after being hit by a lorry has been named as Monique Khalgui.
Teen in court for stabbing murder
A teenager will appear in court after today being charged with the murder of a 17-year-old boy, Scotland Yard said.
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more storiesGo-ahead for Telford faith school sparks fury
A new 900-pupil Christian school in Shropshire has won planners’ approval despite residents’ calling for a rethink on vehicle access via a cul-de-sac.
Blue Peter’s Radzi goes back to school in Newport
TV cameras descended on Shropshire as Blue Peter’s newest presenter visited his old school.
£8.5m bid for Welsh language school aired
Plans for a new £8.5million 300-pupil Welsh language school in Mid Wales have been submitted for consideration.
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more storiesReview: Albright Hussey, Shrewsbury
It’s been a while since our Andy visited Albright Hussey and, as he finds out, little has changed – but for all the right reasons
Review: Zenna, Pontesbury
Rating **** Zenna is a long-standing favourite on the Shropshire dining scene serving up authentic Chinese food with flair. Our Andy pays a visit
Eat Up, Shrewsbury
Rating: **** Yummy mummies, couples, packs of pals or family gatherings, Eat Up welcomes everyone with its tasty food and quirky style, writes Andy Richardson.
Farming
more storiesShropshire engineer died trying to unload machinery
A highly respected engineer from Shropshire who became entangled in machinery while working in a field died of misadventure, a coroner has ruled.
Shropshire game bird breeding farm plan backed
Controversial plans to create a breeding farm holding up to 6,000 game birds have been recommended for approval despite fears it would be in the wrong location and could attract vermin.
Planning for county show at advanced stage
It may be very nearly six months until our next county show, which in 2014 will take place on May 24, but arrangements are already well advanced in the hope and expectation that it will be one of the biggest and the best.