Go-slow protest bikers take to M54

Dozens of bikers took to the M54 in Shropshire on a ‘go slow’ protest over proposed EU regulations on bikes.


Facebook friends’ tributes to soldier Dean Griffiths

Tributes have been paid on a special Facebook site to a 21-year-old Shropshire soldier who died in a shooting incident on exercises at a military firing range.


Week of pride for Shrewsbury Town’s lions

Town failed to pull off a cup upset but the players had a lot to be proud of, writes Shrewsbury Town blogger James Pugh.


CCTV move to curb Ludlow Buttercross vandalism

CCTV cameras will be installed inside Ludlow’s historic Buttercross in a bid to stop drunken yobs vandalising the listed 18th century building, it was claimed today.


So close to rare Fleetwood win for Bucks

You can ask any Telford fan and they will tell you that we never beat Fleetwood, writes Bucks blogger Dan Clark.


Shropshire man’s wildlife video award winner

Watch Shropshire photographer Mark Sisson’s video of a great crested grebe family which was the Wildlife on Video winner in the British Wildlife Photography Awards 2011.


Shrewsbury 2 Torquay 0 in pictures

Pictures from Shrewsbury Town’s 2-0 win against Torquay United, which saw striker James Collins grabbing both goals.


Fleetwood 2 AFC Telford 2 in pictures

Pictures from AFC Telford United’s 2-2 away draw, which saw the Bucks having to settle for one point after letting a 2-0 lead slip.


Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet < Car review

Chop the roof off a car and it will probably wobble on rough roads: add a fabric top and it will let in more noise than keeping the tin-top in place, writes Ian Donaldson.


Winter tyres could save your life

Winter tyres offer huge safety benefits over normal tyres in adverse conditions, according to research by What Car?, but UK motorists appear unmoved by that fact.


Shropshire photographers among finest wildlife snappers

Award winning snapper Mark Sisson from Newport has just added to the joy of his job – by winning a top gong in the British Wildlife Photography Awards in the ‘wildlife on video’ category for his stunning film of a great crested grebe family.


Free festival celebrates Ironbridge’s heritage

Thousands of people enjoyed a free festival for all the family including stilt walkers and historic characters as celebrations took place to mark the 25th anniversary of the Ironbridge Gorge becoming a World Heritage Site.


Cruckton ploughing championships pull in crowds

Farmers from across Britain descended on the Shropshire and Powys border for the Cruckton ploughing championships.


Pavement parking has been driving me mad

Letter: I was interested to read the article ‘Parking on pavements sparks fury’. This is an issue that has been driving me mad.


Sister’s life saved by brother’s skills

A south Shropshire man used his life-saving skills for the first time – to save his sister after she collapsed at her home.


Shrewsbury 2 Torquay 0

Striker James Collins capped a memorable week with a brace as Shrewsbury Town moved level on points with League Two leaders Morecambe.


Fleetwood 2 AFC Telford 2

AFC Telford United surrendered a two goal lead but still picked up their first ever point at Fleetwood’s Highbury Ground.


Dubai has it all for tourists

Dubai’s Atlantis, The Palm Hotel, blends adventure, relaxation, luxury and shopping…


Southend return is target for Shrews star Shane

Australian rock Shane Cansdell-Sherriff is targetting next Friday’s long trip to Southend for his return to action for Shrewsbury Town.


Shropshire street lights switch-off bid

Two thirds of street lights could be switched off across Shropshire next year under controversial plans to save cash and meet tough targets, it was revealed today.


Church chiefs force review of Wakeman School axe decision

Church officials have exercised rarely-used legal powers to force the Government to review the controversial closure of a Shrewsbury secondary school.Church officials have exercised rarely-used legal powers to force the Government to review the controversial closure of a Shrewsbury secondary school.


Thrilled Young feeling at home at AFC Telford

Delighted AFC Telford United goalkeeper Ryan Young believes his two consecutive man-of-the-match displays prove he is at home in the top tier of non-League football.


Lighting up the famous Iron Bridge

Searchlights, cameras, action . . . tonight Shropshire’s iconic Iron Bridge will take centre stage as it is transformed in a dazzling display of high-powered lights.


Warm weather on way for Shropshire

Unusually balmy autumn weather could see temperatures soar as high as 27C (80F) in Britain this week, forecasters claimed today.


Last hole tree trouble sinks Shropshire golfer Ashley

Agonising final hole tree trouble cost Shropshire golfer Ashley Chesters his chance of a shot at the European Tour big time.


Hanwood on roll for bowls title glory

Hanwood hammered out a warning to their rivals as they joined the queue for the Furrows Shropshire Premier Bowls League.


Welsh cashpoints for ‘border town’ Telford

Cashpoints at a Telford supermarket are offering customers the option to complete their transactions in Welsh – despite being more than 25 miles from the Powys border.


John Craven opens £1m Walford College halls

Countryfile presenter John Craven paid a visit to Shropshire to officially open a £1 million halls of residence at a county college.


Protesters demand £1m Quantum Leap inquiry

Protesters have launched a petition calling for an inquiry after the final cost of Shrewsbury’s controversial Quantum Leap sculpture – dubbed the Slinky – topped £1 million.


Owners seek clues to history of Ludlow grotto

It has been hidden from public view and overgrown with ivy for decades, but now a small grotto on the banks of the River Teme running through Ludlow has been fully restored.

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