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A group of experts tasked with advising the government on the national security implications of the recession is meeting in Downing Street today.

Join our man Chris Hudson as he takes a look back at the video highlights of AFC Telford United’s draw with King’s Lynn in the Blue Square North.

After a wait of almost 30 years, Bridgnorth’s Whitburn Street relief road was officially opened today with a ribbon cutting ceremony by the road’s officials.

Rock superstars U2 today announced a summer tour that will take in four major British stadiums and which will feature a revolutionary 360-degree ‘in the round’ stage.

Shropshire huntmaster Otis Ferry heard today that charges of “witness nobbling” – that saw him locked up for four months – are likely be dropped.

Five people appeared in court today in connection with the murder of Shropshire man George Black.

Shropshire’s two Principles stores have closed their doors after the high street fashion retailer was unable to find a buyer for the business.

Organisers of Back To The 80s, which will be held in Shrewsbury’s Quarry this Summer, today confirmed The Human League will take to the stage.

Nearly 80 cast members, and a dog, are waiting to burst on to stage for a Mid Wales production of Oliver!

Residents in Powys living along potential windfarm supply routes are being urged to attend a public meeting tomorrow.

Developing countries face a combined financial shortfall of up to $700 billion, the World Bank has said.

Broadcaster and author David Bellamy OBE took to the lanes of north Shropshire to join a group of campaigners protesting against plans to build a windfarm.

Moses Ashikodi today reflected on his first goal for Shrewsbury Town and declared: “There’s more to come from me and the team.”

Boss Rob Smith believes AFC Telford United can still win the Blue Square North title – but admits their latest setback has made the task far tougher.

Wolves boss Mick McCarthy is hoping his side can cement their place as Championship leaders when they take on Ipswich at Molineux tomorrow night.

Lloyds Banking Group is set to reveal which staff could be receiving their bonus from an £80 million pot.

A new £1.2 million post-16 learning centre is set to open in Mid Wales this month. Canolfan Hyddgen, in Machynlleth, will be officially opened by First Minister, Rhodri Morgan.

Health bosses were today urged to suspend new pharmacy rules which councillors fear will cause problems for elderly patients near Oswestry.

Two people have been killed in separate road accidents in Shropshire and Mid Wales.

Highways chiefs have doubled the number of teams responding to call-outs to potholes after an increase in damage to roads in east Shropshire over the “hard” winter.

A top Shropshire footballer has been arrested and bailed in relation to drug offences after a raid on his Liverpool home.

Vandals have attacked a controversial mobile phone mast in Telford as work was being carried out to get it up and running. It is the second time the mast at Malinslee playing fields has been targeted.

The controversial debate over whether Shropshire women have fat ankles will be resolved once and for all today when a programme featuring members of the Women’s Institute is broadcast.

The Bank of England's deputy governor Charles Bean has said the central bank plans to eventually reverse its policy of quantitative easing to prevent runaway inflation.

Business and community groups in Shrewsbury have welcomed ambitious £2.5 million plans to transform the west end of Shrewsbury and help ease traffic problems in the area.

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Telford Tigers star Ashley Stanton missed much of Sunday’s clash with Bracknell Bees after he went toe-to-toe in a fight with Scott Moody.

Highlights fropm Shrewsbury Town’s 3-2 win over Notts County at the New Bucks Head on Saturday, March 7.

Hightlights from the match at the New Bucks head on  Saturday, March 7.

These gorgeous bundles of joy have been keeping staff at a Shropshire rehoming centre on their toes – after all 11 of them arrived within a day of each other.