Money. That’s what they want.

Walk up Shrewsbury’s Pride Hill this weekend and don’t be surprised if you see a few famous faces busking.


Stop digging for dirt

LETTER: Some years ago I was called in to answer for misuse of my computer.


Serviceman charged with child murder

A serviceman appeared in court today charged with the murder of a young child in Shropshire.


FTSE 100 holds up but with little direction

The FTSE 100 remained stable today with a late drop putting the index into negative territory.


Taylor warns Wolves of tough times

Graham Taylor has warned Wolves to be ready for a return to the Land of the Giants in the Premier League next season.


This week’s CD reviews

This week we’re reviewing new releases from Christy Moore, The Maccabees and Alessi’s Ark


Return of Ned’s Atomic Dustbin

When Jonn Penney played for the first time in Ned’s Atomic Dustbin, he didn’t for a moment think the band would still be filling concert halls 21 years later.


Road ban for YouTube man

An 18-year-old man was today banned from driving after video footage of him “showing off” at high speeds and taking his hands off the steering wheel while driving on Shropshire’s busiest roads was posted on YouTube.


Strauss set for Ironworks gig

A Californian singer/songwriter who has earned praise from BBC Radio 2 is planning a one-off show in Shropshire at Oswestry’s Ironworks.


YouTube speeding driver – in pictures

An 18-year-old man was today banned from driving after video footage of him “showing off” at high speeds was highlighted by the Shropshire Star.


Fans fired up for town’s glory bid

Shrewsbury Town’s expectant supporters are hoping to be their team’s 12th man in the nerve-wracking conclusion to the season after rallying to the promotion cause.


Vermiglio raring to get back on pitch

Jubilant Jamie Vermiglio is aiming to force his way into AFC Telford United’s play-off plans – by starring on his long-awaited comeback.


Lloyd vows fight of his life for cameras

Shropshire boxer Mark Lloyd is promising to put on a show for fight fans to savour in the biggest bout of his professional career.


Frustrated Goodall quitting as boss at Shifnal

Manager Darren Goodall will take charge of Shifnal Town for the final time this weekend after announcing his intention to quit the club.


England women in Town date

England Women hope to kick-start their own St George’s Day celebrations at the Prostar Stadium tonight.


Centre boss explains actions on ‘store wars’

The boss of Telford International Centre today spoke for the first time about why he has switched allegiance in the “store wars” battle over the future of the town centre.


River body identified

A body recovered from the River Severn in Shrewsbury was today identified as being a man who has been missing from the town for more than three months.


Green America: Obama calls for new economy

Barack Obama has unveiled his vision for an American economy based on clean energy and independence from foreign oil.


Hospitals in doctors crisis

Shropshire’s two main hospitals are facing a shortage of junior doctors with a third of vacancies still unfilled.


Flying the flag for St George

Telford easily beats the rest of Shropshire when it comes to celebrating England’s patron saint, with a host of events planned today and over the weekend, from a St George’s Day banquet to a family fun day.


Pair escape fire at farmhouse

Two men fled a burning Powys farmhouse after a blaze ripped through its roof.


Theft of kart sparks huge police chase

Two boys on a stolen pedal go-kart sparked a police chase through an area of Telford before dumping it and fleeing.


Oakley health delays extradition

The extradition from France of convicted Shropshire conman David Oakley has been postponed because of his poor health.


Lift rescue for pupils

Firefighters came to the rescue of four youngsters who got stuck in a lift at a Shropshire school.


Hitler’s artwork to be sold off

Rare examples of Adolf Hitler’s early paintings were due to go under the hammer in Shropshire today.


Property rich list puts town at top

Shropshire’s Property Rich List 2009 today revealed parts of Much Wenlock as the most expensive address in the region.


Councillors act to tackle boy racing

Councillors in Welshpool have called for a crackdown on boy racers in the town, amid fears someone could be killed.


County youngsters test safety wristband

Children from all over the country are likely to benefit from a new safety device that has been tested in Telford Town Park.


Campaigners seek axe for bypass plan

Countryside campaigners are urging the Government to scrap all plans for Shrewsbury’s multi-million pound North West Relief Road and put the money into public transport.


Staying up to date on land values

What do you do when your neighbour approaches you for an extra piece of land for his garden? Tim Main of Balfours Property Professionals is urging vendors to think very carefully – however good the deal sounds.

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