Saturday, 17th May 2008

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Hotel set to become thriving venue

A former Wellington nightclub which closed about three years ago is being transformed into a bar and pub in a £250,000 revamp adding a four star hotel and creating dozens of jobs.

Park gig is star’s top date

Midge Ure

Rock star Midge Ure today said he could not wait to play a live gig at Shrewsbury’s Quarry Park as part of the town’s Here and Now concert in July.

Ex-licensee fined for lack of door staff

The former licensee of a Powys pub failed to ensure appropriate door staff were operating on her premises despite receiving a series of warnings by police, Welshpool magistrates heard.

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Women in charity race

Thousands of women were today descending on a Telford park for the annual Race for Life fundraiser.

County singers take on X Factor

Budding singers from Shropshire will be taking their chances in a national TV talent competition this weekend.

Rider hurt in accident

A teenage motorcyclist was airlifted to hospital with serious leg injuries after his bike was in a collision with a car in Shropshire.

Roads plan still delayed

The saga of Bridgnorth’s long-awaited relief road rumbled on today after it was revealed there was still no definite start date for work.

Post Office admitted error - claim

Campaigners fighting to save a Shropshire post office claim Post Office Ltd representatives have admitted they got their figures wrong.

Fears raised over new diplomas plan

Shropshire’s headteachers have raised concerns over red tape and poor planning surrounding the introduction of the Government’s new flagship qualifications.

Prison drugs courier jailed

A drug addict from Shifnal who smuggled £5,000 worth of heroin hidden in his trousers while on a prison visit was today jailed for more than four years.