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The Shrewsbury Town future of teenage wing ace Jon Taylor could be resolved this week.

Wolves are interested in Swansea keeper Dorus De Vries – but they could still end up signing another shot-stopper.

Shropshire’s dejected cricketers have relinquished their grip on the MCCA Trophy, writes JAMES GARRISON.

Shropshire golfing legend Ian Woosnam has ended a two-year-wait for a tournament victory.

More than 80 per cent of people surveyed in a Mid Wales town said they were “concerned” about plans which could see huge pylons built near countryside homes and villages.

Take a look at this remarkable time-lapse video of the conversion of Shrewsbury Town’s Greenhous Meadow for an Elton John concert this month.

A man was lucky to be alive today after a blaze engulfed his Telford home and choked the building with thick smoke. Firefighters believe he was only saved because he was awoken by flames scorching him.

THOUSANDS OF Shropshire teachers and public-sector workers are expected to stage a massive protest over Government moves to reform pensions.

A FULL-SCALE search involving mountain rescue teams, search dogs and a police helicopter was continuing today after a 58-year-old Shropshire woman went missing in North Wales.

Shropshire’s tourist economy would be badly affected if huge pylons were allowed to be put up to carry a new power line across the countryside, campaigners have warned.

Oscar-nominated actor Pete Postlethwaite revealed the loves and losses of his colourful life in an autobiography completed before he died in January.

A champion pumpkin grower has caused outrage in a Shropshire village after admitting he cheated.

A bridegroom was today believed to be being quizzed in connection with a fire at a country castle near the Shropshire border after becoming embroiled in a dispute over his wedding bill.

Midfielder Levi Reid has been backed to make up for lost time at AFC Telford United – by establishing himself in the first team frame.

Letter: I agree with the campaign to protect young children against over sexualisation at a very young age. Young children are forced to grow up far too soon these days.

The Duke of York and more than 1,200 well-wishers turned out at a Shropshire barracks to honour troops who served in Afghanistan and remember those who did not make it home.

Blog: “Do you want to be in the show? It’s quite easy, we’ll make you up and then you’ll get custard pied and have a bucket of water thrown over you.” Well, how could I refuse?

A “prolific” burglar has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison following a string of raids at properties across Shropshire and Staffordshire.

A primary school on the Shropshire/Mid Wales border which won £10,000 in the Shropshire Star’s Cash 4 Schools campaign has spent the money on new outdoor swing trails and classroom equipment.

More than 40 businesses have joined forces with police to stamp out crime on a Telford industrial estate by launching a scheme which they hope to roll out across the borough.

Olympian and former 5,000m world record hold David Moorcroft said Shropshire should be “extremely proud” of its links to the modern day Olympic Games during a visit to the county.

Shropshire’s cricketers have been urged to use their big game experience as they aim to move to the brink of a Lord’s final tomorrow.

The cost of office moves and refurbishments at Shropshire Council’s headquarters, including a new suite for chief executive Kim Ryley, has gone over budget by more than £400,000, it was revealed today.

The leader of the Welsh Assembly has called for the number of windfarms being built across Mid Wales to be restricted. First Minister Carwyn Jones made the plea.

Departing Shrewsbury Town striker Matt Harrold today revealed his sadness at his Greenhous Meadow exit.

A 61-year-old Telford grandmother chased after and caught a thief who had snatched her handbag – and then gave him £10 after he apologised and said he was homeless and hungry.

AFC Telford United players were today enjoying their final free weekend of the summer – with pre-season training set to start on Thursday evening.

Prince Andrew was due in Shropshire today to dish out medals to county-based soldiers back from a six-month tour of Afghanistan.

Severn Trent bosses were today still refusing to rule out hosepipe bans being introduced in Shropshire despite the wettest week since February.

Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor has pleaded with disgruntled fans to give new manager Alex McLeish time to prove his ability.