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The ‘cup final’ against Dagenham promised to be nail-biting affair and it didn’t disappoint as Town pinched the final play-off position with a deserved 2-1 win, writes James Pugh.

Nearly 40 firefighters tackled a huge blaze at a Shifnal business as it was feared cylinders inside the building could explode.

Telford Shopping Centre bosses were today forced to temporarily close the mall after thousands of people crammed in to watch performances by stars of Britain’s Got Talent and the X Factor.

Shrewsbury Town’s jubilant manager and players today looked ahead to a thrilling play-off campaign and declared: “The hard work starts again now.”

Sales of new homes in Shropshire are on the up despite the recession as buyers turn to builders to help finance the cost of moving, it was revealed today.

It’s a good job today is a Bank Holiday. AFC Telford United fans would certainly have needed the extra 24 hours just to recover from the most nerve-jangling, tension-filled, exhilarating game of the season.

A Shropshire-based army regiment was today at the centre of an official investigation into the way bravery medals were awarded.

MP Mark Pritchard today announced he would be giving evidence in person at a public inquiry in a bid to stop an opencast coal mine near The Wrekin.

UK property prices will fall 28 per cent from their peak, according to a report from the Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR).

Pictures of the fans and players during Shrewsbury Town’s 2-1 win over Dagenham & Redbridge on the dramatic final afternoon of the regular season.

The Clun Green Man was set to do battle with the Frost Queen today to welcome spring into the south Shropshire valley.

Thousands of raptor enthusiasts are helping to mark the 20th anniversary of the annual British Falconry and Raptor Fair at Newport.

Shrewsbury Town officials were today gearing up for a hectic week as they prepare for the play-off double header with Bury.

Boss Rob Smith saw AFC Telford United set-up a Blue Square North play-off final at Gateshead, and insisted: “We’ll win promotion the hard way.”

Shropshire cricket captain James Ralph today admitted his side can’t afford another slip in the Minor Counties Trophy.

Owner Steve Morgan has warned the Premier League his Wolves will not be on an autograph-hunt when they step back into the big time next season.

Pictures from AFC Telford’s titanic struggle struggle against Alfreton in the Blue Square North play-offs, which they won 5-4 on aggregate.

A former Shropshire woman who now lives in Mexico today spoke about the devastating effects of swine flu.

Baby biscuits that contain harmful fats are to be ditched by food maker Cow & Gate following an investigation by campaigners.

A new family has arrived at one of Shropshire’s most historic homes, much to the delight of visitors and villagers.

A Shropshire plumber today spoke of his relief at clearing his name after spending six months behind bars accused of taking part in a £17 million drug smuggling plot.

A Shropshire woman who desperately wants to have a child and is seeking fertility treatment from the NHS, claims she faces discrimination under a health service policy.

Former chief inspector of schools Chris Woodhead has revealed he would rather kill himself than die in agony from motor neurone disease.

Volunteers have been busy installing wooden barriers on top of The Wrekin to repair damage to Shropshire’s most heavily visited ancient monument.

Police in Wem have hailed a week-long blitz on burglars as a success after a “prolific offender” was arrested on suspicion of three burglaries.

Three people were taken to hospital after a Land Rover overturned near Market Drayton and left the carriageway.

Top comedian Michael McIntyre will be appearing in Newtown later this month.

The glorious sights, sounds and smell of steam trains have been thrilling visitors to Telford Steam Railway as it celebrates a milestone over the bank holiday weekend.

An Oswestry shop which was forced to close for nearly two months after a fire broke out at the premises is set to reopen.

Italian car maker Fiat is in talks to take over the European operations of ailing General Motors which would see it takeover the Vauxhall and Opel brands.