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There are times when I wonder quite what possessed me to move so deep into the Welsh hills, writes blogger Emma Suddaby . . . and then I turn on the news and remember.

We have been too unwilling, for too long, to talk about what is right and wrong in Britain. That is what Prime Minister David Cameron declared today.

Ian Donaldson reviews the Jaguar XF 2.2 litre diesel –  a car that finally offers the engine that most buyers want from it.

Thrilled Terry Gornell is hoping his first Shrewsbury Town goal has handed manager Graham Turner a major selection dilemma for tomorrow night’s trip to Oxford.

A Telford teenager was rescued after injuring himself in waters off the Welsh coast. He had been surfing when he apparently got into difficulties.

Winger Greg Mills has finally ended his summer of uncertainty by signing for AFC Telford United on a one-year deal.

Police arrested 46 people in the aftermath of a protest rally held by the English Defence League in Wellington.

Shropshire teddy bear maker Merrythought today defended selling golliwogs on its website and said: “They are an innocent, traditional British toy”.

Pictures from the English Defence League and Unity protests in Wellington, Telford on Satuurday.

Oswestry could soon have a new cinema in a move which those behind the project say would boost the economy and stem the flow of residents forced to travel to Shrewsbury and Wrexham to see the latest blockbusters.

Wolves match-winner Stephen Ward was today hailed as the epitomy of the club by boss Mick McCarthy.

A Shrewsbury father missing since a night out in the town over the weekend was today urged to get in touch by desperate family and friends.

An area of canal in Welshpool was cordoned off by police earlier today after an alleged sex attack in the town.

The leader of Powys County Council could be handed a 65 per cent pay increase next year, just months after members of the new cabinet were awarded a 40 per cent rise.

Initial indications show that visitor numbers at this year’s Shrewsbury Flower Show were up on last year, organisers of the event today said.

A woman was punched to the ground and repeatedly kicked in an attempted robbery in Telford.

A teenage boy was attacked and had his mobile phone stolen during a street robbery in Shrewsbury.

An historic family-run shoe retail business which dates back 120 years is closing three of its shops with the loss of 12 jobs in Mid Wales and Shropshire.

This year’s Llanfyllin Show has been hailed a success by showgoers and organisers. Despite changeable weather, the crowds flocked to the showground on the edge of the town.

The Shrewsbury Flower Show provided some much-needed relief as visitors enjoyed the lighter – and musical – side of life.

Giantkillers in the cup but frustrating so far in the league, writes Shrewsbury Town blogger James Pugh.

South Dakota isn’t the usual choice of holiday destination for people travelling from England as it’s a long way to go to a quite remote area of the USA.

Pictures from Shrewsbury Town’s 1-1 away draw at Burton Albion.

More than 40 people were arrested in the aftermath of a protest rally held by the English Defence League in Telford, police said.

A perfectly-preserved kiln, hailed as the best find of its kind by an archaeological expert, has been dug up in a meadow on the south Shropshire border.

About 32,000 homes in the West Midlands are still not ready for the latest stage of the digital TV switch- over – despite it being less than a month away.

Nearly a third of pubs, restaurants and takeaways visited by council inspectors in Telford during the latest round of Scores on the Doors fell below the legal standard in hygiene.

STerery Gornell’s first goal for Shrewsbury ensured Graham Turner’s side earned a share of the League Two spoils at the Pirelli Stadium.

Police said a protest in Telford by members of the English Defence League passed off peacefully this afternoon.

Boss Andy Sinton will make the most of AFC Telford United’s delayed start to the season – by going on a spying mission to watch first opponents Cambridge United.