Man in court over attack on Britons

A Kenyan man has appeared in court in connection with a deadly attack on a British couple staying at a safari lodge 30 miles north of the island resort of Lamu.


Six held in anti-terror operation

Six men have been arrested in Birmingham as part of a large intelligence-led counter-terrorism operation, police said.


I’m committed to coalition: Cable

Vince Cable has insisted he is "positively committed" to the Conservative-Liberal Democrat coalition Government.


Dale Farm travellers face eviction

A showdown between bailiffs and residents promises tense and angry scenes as scores of families face the prospect of eviction from the UK's biggest illegal travellers' site.


Winslet and Downton enjoy Emmy wins

Kate Winslet and Downton Abbey were among the big winners at the Emmy Awards, making it a successful night for British TV talent.


Man bailed in burglar murder probe

A householder arrested on suspicion of murder after an intruder was stabbed to death at his home has been bailed by police.


Gender-free UK passports mooted

Sex-free British passports could be brought in to allow transgender people to opt out of identifying themselves as either male or female under plans being considered by the Home Office.


Stay sober warning to avoid prison

Violent drunks should be allowed to stay out of prison as long as they "stay off the booze", the London Mayor has said.


Man in court over attack on Britons

A Kenyan man has appeared in court in connection with a deadly attack on a British couple staying at a safari lodge 30 miles north of the island resort of Lamu.


Jobs boost at Jaguar Land Rover

Car giant Jaguar Land Rover is to invest £355 million to build low-emission engines in the UK, creating up to 750 jobs, the company has announced.


Six held in anti-terror operation

Six men have been arrested in Birmingham as part of a large intelligence-led counter-terrorism operation, police said.


I’m committed to coalition: Cable

Vince Cable has insisted he is "positively committed" to the Conservative-Liberal Democrat coalition Government.


Dale Farm travellers face eviction

A showdown between bailiffs and residents promises tense and angry scenes as scores of families face the prospect of eviction from the UK's biggest illegal travellers' site.


Girls given go-ahead to join Shrewsbury School

Shrewsbury School is to admit girls into all classes from 2014, it was revealed this afternoon.


Shrewsbury Town plans rocked by defensive injuries

Shrewsbury Town face their mouth-watering trip to Arsenal in the Carling Cup tomorrow without the services of their first choice centre half pairing.


Foster sights on more Shrewsbury Cricket glory

Jubilant captain Ed Foster today set his sights on more glory for his super Shrewsbury side after a famous National Knockout triumph.


Red Rum trainer Ginger McCain dies at 80

Aintree legend Ginger McCain, trainer of the great Red Rum, has died aged 80. He was based near the Shropshire border at Cholmondeley.


Glews tribute to legend Ginger McCain

Ginger McCain was today labelled as National Hunt racing’s “ultimate legend” – by the Shropshire man who sponsors the family stables.


Mark Pritchard says it’s EU referendum or rebellion

Shropshire MP Mark Pritchard today warned David Cameron he must call a referendum on Europe next year or risk a rebellion from his own party.


Relief for Sharp as he scores first AFC Telford goal

Striker Chris Sharp today admitted his relief at breaking his AFC Telford United goal duck – and vowed to keep on firing.


Prayers for Market Drayton soldier Dean Griffiths

Prayers have been said for a 21-year-old Shropshire soldier who died in an incident during a training exercise at a military firing range.


Thousands rock at Shrewsbury Fields Forever festival

Thousands of music fans rocked out to a host of performances at the first ever Shrewsbury Fields Forever festival, as organisers hailed the two-day extravaganza as “amazing”.


Wolves could take action on Joey Barton rant

Wolves were today considering whether to respond to Joey Barton’s latest rant after he accused former Molineux skipper Karl Henry of “trying to hurt people”.


Midland Game Fair at Weston Park

Pictures from the Midland Game Fair held at Weston Park on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border at the weekend.


Trio to leave Hull

Ewan Dowes, Cameron Phelps and Danny Washbrook have all confirmed they are leaving Hull after the club's play-off defeat to Leeds on Sunday night.


McCoist downplays role after win

Ally McCoist picked up his first Old Firm derby win as Rangers manager then claimed the enthralling 4-2 victory was not about him.


Aintree legend McCain passes away

Aintree legend Ginger McCain, trainer of the great Red Rum, has died aged 80.


Great result, but AFC Telford didn’t quite convince

I came into the Bath game with great anticipation, writes AFC Telford United blogger Dan Clark.


Gender-free UK passports mooted

Sex-free British passports could be brought in to allow transgender people to opt out of identifying themselves as either male or female under plans being considered by the Home Office.


Stay sober warning to avoid prison

Violent drunks should be allowed to stay out of prison as long as they "stay off the booze", the London Mayor has said.

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