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Rude awakening for cannabis 'gardener', 26, who was asleep in kitchen when police busted £100,000 Telford drugs farm

A sleeping cannabis “gardener” had a rude awakening when police burst through the door of the £100,000 drugs farm he was looking after.

Supporting image for story: Rude awakening for cannabis 'gardener', 26, who was asleep in kitchen when police busted £100,000 Telford drugs farm

Supporting image for story: 'I hope he pays for what he has done' - Prolific burglar 'violated' Shropshire family by breaking into their home during the night and stealing their £32,000 car

'I hope he pays for what he has done' - Prolific burglar 'violated' Shropshire family by breaking into their home during the night and stealing their £32,000 car

Supporting image for story: We get to know the Oswestry secondary school with a pioneering approach to form time, fostering teamwork and belonging

We get to know the Oswestry secondary school with a pioneering approach to form time, fostering teamwork and belonging

Supporting image for story: Ambulance and fire crews respond after car ends up on roof in Broseley

Ambulance and fire crews respond after car ends up on roof in Broseley

Supporting image for story: Oswestry drug addict and his partner stole £3,050 from his elderly, dementia-suffering dad - including while he was in hospital

Oswestry drug addict and his partner stole £3,050 from his elderly, dementia-suffering dad - including while he was in hospital

Supporting image for story: Batman 'on cloud nine' as he prepares to fly into Telford hospital to cheer up kids with presents: Find out how you can donate...

Batman 'on cloud nine' as he prepares to fly into Telford hospital to cheer up kids with presents: Find out how you can donate...

Supporting image for story: Time to take the M54 all the way to Shrewsbury and reap economic benefits say Shropshire politicians

Time to take the M54 all the way to Shrewsbury and reap economic benefits say Shropshire politicians

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New Mercedes GLB returns with revised look and 392-mile range

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More tables, more bargains at Wellington Christmas Table Top Sale this weekend

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Supporting image for story: Plans for 44 new homes in village north of Shrewsbury set for approval

Plans for 44 new homes in village north of Shrewsbury set for approval

Supporting image for story: South Shropshire kitchen blaze tackled by two fire crews

South Shropshire kitchen blaze tackled by two fire crews

Supporting image for story: Oswestry man, 34, who punched someone at Shrewsbury bar admits assault charge

Oswestry man, 34, who punched someone at Shrewsbury bar admits assault charge

Supporting image for story: Rural A-road linking Ellesmere to outskirts of Shrewsbury to be closed for a day of repairs

Rural A-road linking Ellesmere to outskirts of Shrewsbury to be closed for a day of repairs

Supporting image for story: Plans for 47-bed care home on the edge of Shifnal approved

Plans for 47-bed care home on the edge of Shifnal approved

Supporting image for story: Direct rail route to London would 'unleash untapped growth potential' for Shropshire, says council leader

Direct rail route to London would 'unleash untapped growth potential' for Shropshire, says council leader

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Supporting image for story: More tables, more bargains at Wellington Christmas Table Top Sale this weekend

More tables, more bargains at Wellington Christmas Table Top Sale this weekend

Supporting image for story: Ellesmere Autumn Lunch raises record amount

Ellesmere Autumn Lunch raises record amount

Supporting image for story: Entrepreneurial spirit shines as college marks Global Enterprise Week

Entrepreneurial spirit shines as college marks Global Enterprise Week

Supporting image for story: Ellesmere Repair Cafe gives out annual community grants

Ellesmere Repair Cafe gives out annual community grants

Supporting image for story: Give a dog a tail-wagging Christmas: Shrewsbury estate agents a Dogs Trust donation point

Give a dog a tail-wagging Christmas: Shrewsbury estate agents a Dogs Trust donation point

Supporting image for story: Wolverhampton student, 17, named National Gatsby T Level Student of the Year 2025

Wolverhampton student, 17, named National Gatsby T Level Student of the Year 2025

Sport

'One of 20': Michael Appleton hoping for 'big fish'' as Shrewsbury Town boss eyes potential money spinning FA Cup tie

Michael Appleton hopes that all associated with Shrewsbury Town can land a big fish in the next round of the FA Cup having progressed narrowly through the second round at spirited non-league Sutton United on Saturday evening.

Supporting image for story: 'One of 20': Michael Appleton hoping for 'big fish'' as Shrewsbury Town boss eyes potential money spinning FA Cup tie

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury Town analysis: Salop show some mettle to leave TV bosses disappointed

Shrewsbury Town analysis: Salop show some mettle to leave TV bosses disappointed

Supporting image for story: 'Nastiness' lacking as AFC Telford United struggle through 'steep learning curve'

'Nastiness' lacking as AFC Telford United struggle through 'steep learning curve'

Supporting image for story: "Go and get in the team" - Rob Edwards challenges defender to win back Wolves place

"Go and get in the team" - Rob Edwards challenges defender to win back Wolves place

Supporting image for story: Ryan Mason shoulders West Brom blame with 'coach's responsibility' admission

Ryan Mason shoulders West Brom blame with 'coach's responsibility' admission

Supporting image for story: Wolves v Man United preview: Rob Edwards facing midfield conundrum

Wolves v Man United preview: Rob Edwards facing midfield conundrum

Supporting image for story: Unai Emery: Aston Villa 'not thinking' about Premier League title challenge

Unai Emery: Aston Villa 'not thinking' about Premier League title challenge

Shrewsbury Town FC

Supporting image for story: 'One of 20': Michael Appleton hoping for 'big fish'' as Shrewsbury Town boss eyes potential money spinning FA Cup tie

'One of 20': Michael Appleton hoping for 'big fish'' as Shrewsbury Town boss eyes potential money spinning FA Cup tie

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury Town analysis: Salop show some mettle to leave TV bosses disappointed

Shrewsbury Town analysis: Salop show some mettle to leave TV bosses disappointed

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury Town FA Cup player ratings v Sutton: One sparkling 8 as Salop see off potential banana skin

Shrewsbury Town FA Cup player ratings v Sutton: One sparkling 8 as Salop see off potential banana skin

AFC Telford United

Supporting image for story: 'Nastiness' lacking as AFC Telford United struggle through 'steep learning curve'

'Nastiness' lacking as AFC Telford United struggle through 'steep learning curve'

Supporting image for story: Bucks need to start turning promise into maximum points

Bucks need to start turning promise into maximum points

Supporting image for story: Kevin Wilkin left with another familiar feeling as AFC Telford United only worthy of Southport draw

Kevin Wilkin left with another familiar feeling as AFC Telford United only worthy of Southport draw

Wolverhampton Wanderers FC

Supporting image for story: "Go and get in the team" - Rob Edwards challenges defender to win back Wolves place

"Go and get in the team" - Rob Edwards challenges defender to win back Wolves place

Supporting image for story: Wolves v Man United preview: Rob Edwards facing midfield conundrum

Wolves v Man United preview: Rob Edwards facing midfield conundrum

Supporting image for story: More Wolves fan groups rally behind protest at start of Manchester United clash

More Wolves fan groups rally behind protest at start of Manchester United clash

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Supporting image for story: Derek Bish analysis as Shrewsbury Town slip to defeat at Fleetwood

Derek Bish analysis as Shrewsbury Town slip to defeat at Fleetwood

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Luke Powell analysis after Shrewsbury Town's unbeaten run ends at Crewe

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Shrewsbury Town update: Jonny Drury on Crewe trip, team selection and score prediction

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What Shrewsbury Town fans can expect at South Shields' 1st Cloud Arena

Supporting image for story: Dan Stacey analysis as Shrewsbury Town concede late equaliser at Oldham

Dan Stacey analysis as Shrewsbury Town concede late equaliser at Oldham

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'A turning point: Shrewsbury Town view after back to back home victories

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More tables, more bargains at Wellington Christmas Table Top Sale this weekend

It's your last chance to grab a Christmas bargain at Bob's Table Top Sale - and this is the big one!

Supporting image for story: More tables, more bargains at Wellington Christmas Table Top Sale this weekend

Supporting image for story: 14 pictures from Kington’s spectacular festive food and drink festival

14 pictures from Kington’s spectacular festive food and drink festival

Supporting image for story: Birmingham concertgoers warned ticket prices may rise after arenas hit with soaring taxes

Birmingham concertgoers warned ticket prices may rise after arenas hit with soaring taxes

Supporting image for story: Dick Whittington and his Cat: Huge slip 'n' slide, enormous flying turtle and the most eye-popping dame outfit ever in un-fur-gettable Shrewsbury pantomime - REVIEW

Dick Whittington and his Cat: Huge slip 'n' slide, enormous flying turtle and the most eye-popping dame outfit ever in un-fur-gettable Shrewsbury pantomime - REVIEW

Supporting image for story: 'I took over an idyllic Staffordshire village pub after being made redundant from my engineering job - when one door closes another opens'

'I took over an idyllic Staffordshire village pub after being made redundant from my engineering job - when one door closes another opens'

Supporting image for story: 'It is quite an achievement for us to still be here after 65 years': Wrekin Flower Club celebrates its milestone anniversary

'It is quite an achievement for us to still be here after 65 years': Wrekin Flower Club celebrates its milestone anniversary

Supporting image for story: 'I wanted to write the kind of books I like to read': Telford author shares the story of her family trilogy

'I wanted to write the kind of books I like to read': Telford author shares the story of her family trilogy

Supporting image for story: Christmas events open at Exotic Zoo

Christmas events open at Exotic Zoo

Supporting image for story: Rudolph ready: Santa chooses vehicles for Christmastide adventures

Rudolph ready: Santa chooses vehicles for Christmastide adventures

Supporting image for story: Town council narrowly supports road closure application for Radnor and West Herefordshire Boxing Day hunt

Town council narrowly supports road closure application for Radnor and West Herefordshire Boxing Day hunt

Supporting image for story: 'I'm spreading Christmas cheer across Shropshire one window at a time in people's homes, pubs and a dog grooming parlour'

'I'm spreading Christmas cheer across Shropshire one window at a time in people's homes, pubs and a dog grooming parlour'

Supporting image for story: 'We opened a restaurant in Shropshire to make the most of the county's seasonal produce and have been recognised by the Michelin Guide'

'We opened a restaurant in Shropshire to make the most of the county's seasonal produce and have been recognised by the Michelin Guide'

Supporting image for story: Dan Morris: Back in class

Dan Morris: Back in class

Supporting image for story: New tea room opens and provides permanent home for Ironbridge Detective Trail

New tea room opens and provides permanent home for Ironbridge Detective Trail

Supporting image for story: Popular singer to perform at Mid Wales venue

Popular singer to perform at Mid Wales venue

Crime

Supporting image for story: 'I hope he pays for what he has done' - Prolific burglar 'violated' Shropshire family by breaking into their home during the night and stealing their £32,000 car

'I hope he pays for what he has done' - Prolific burglar 'violated' Shropshire family by breaking into their home during the night and stealing their £32,000 car

Supporting image for story: Oswestry drug addict and his partner stole £3,050 from his elderly, dementia-suffering dad - including while he was in hospital

Oswestry drug addict and his partner stole £3,050 from his elderly, dementia-suffering dad - including while he was in hospital

Supporting image for story: Rude awakening for cannabis 'gardener', 26, who was asleep in kitchen when police busted £100,000 Telford drugs farm

Rude awakening for cannabis 'gardener', 26, who was asleep in kitchen when police busted £100,000 Telford drugs farm

Supporting image for story: Oswestry man, 34, who punched someone at Shrewsbury bar admits assault charge

Oswestry man, 34, who punched someone at Shrewsbury bar admits assault charge

Supporting image for story: Black Country pair deny drug dealing in Telford

Black Country pair deny drug dealing in Telford

Supporting image for story: Telford stalker, 24, shouted through woman's letterbox and sent unwanted Facebook messages

Telford stalker, 24, shouted through woman's letterbox and sent unwanted Facebook messages

Business

Supporting image for story: Time to take the M54 all the way to Shrewsbury and reap economic benefits say Shropshire politicians

Time to take the M54 all the way to Shrewsbury and reap economic benefits say Shropshire politicians

Supporting image for story: I was given an exclusive glimpse inside world-leading Wolverhampton aerospace factory after French takeover

I was given an exclusive glimpse inside world-leading Wolverhampton aerospace factory after French takeover

Supporting image for story: Celebrations at retirement home firm as it is named best in the business

Celebrations at retirement home firm as it is named best in the business

Supporting image for story: Small Business Saturday: Campaign launched to boost Shrewsbury's indies

Small Business Saturday: Campaign launched to boost Shrewsbury's indies

Supporting image for story: Small Business Saturday: The high and lows of running a small venture in Shropshire

Small Business Saturday: The high and lows of running a small venture in Shropshire

Supporting image for story: 'I'm spreading Christmas cheer across Shropshire one window at a time in people's homes, pubs and a dog grooming parlour'

'I'm spreading Christmas cheer across Shropshire one window at a time in people's homes, pubs and a dog grooming parlour'

Education

Supporting image for story: Education in Powys is bouncing back after scathing Estyn inspection earlier this year

Education in Powys is bouncing back after scathing Estyn inspection earlier this year

Supporting image for story: We get to know the Oswestry secondary school with a pioneering approach to form time, fostering teamwork and belonging

We get to know the Oswestry secondary school with a pioneering approach to form time, fostering teamwork and belonging

Supporting image for story: New QR codes around Shrewsbury set to make it easier 'for everyone to connect with town's vibrant past'

New QR codes around Shrewsbury set to make it easier 'for everyone to connect with town's vibrant past'

Supporting image for story: Powys cabinet to consider Llandinam school consultation report

Powys cabinet to consider Llandinam school consultation report

Supporting image for story: Shropshire's highest-achieving schools: See which two county schools rank in Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 top 10s

Shropshire's highest-achieving schools: See which two county schools rank in Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 top 10s

Supporting image for story: New primary schools trust looks to ‘strengthen links’ with Telford parish council

New primary schools trust looks to ‘strengthen links’ with Telford parish council

Motors

Supporting image for story: New Mercedes GLB returns with revised look and 392-mile range

New Mercedes GLB returns with revised look and 392-mile range

Supporting image for story: The Encor Series 1 is a remastered version of the iconic Lotus S1 Esprit

The Encor Series 1 is a remastered version of the iconic Lotus S1 Esprit

Supporting image for story: Jeep looks to the sky with one-off Avenger Stargazer

Jeep looks to the sky with one-off Avenger Stargazer

Supporting image for story: Next-generation Lexus LFA supercar will come with electric power

Next-generation Lexus LFA supercar will come with electric power

Supporting image for story: Kia celebrates 80-year anniversary with Vision Meta Turismo Concept car

Kia celebrates 80-year anniversary with Vision Meta Turismo Concept car

Supporting image for story: Toyota reveals halo V8 supercar with the GR GT

Toyota reveals halo V8 supercar with the GR GT