Winter news


Potholes backlog will take 11 years to clear

Local authorities – including Telford & Wrekin – are still miles behind with road repairs despite filling in 1.7 million potholes last year.


Flurry of snow hits Shropshire

An unexpected overnight snow flurry hit Shropshire over the weekend as people woke to scenes resembling a winter wonderland.


Shropshire braces itself for snow as temperatures fall

Shropshire was bracing itself for snow as temperatures across Shropshire today plummeted to -8C (17.6F) – the coldest night of the winter.


Gritters out again on Shropshire roads as icy blast continues

Shropshire today remained in the grip of the icy blast which has seen temperatures plummet below freezing.


Winter weather expected to arrive today

The first real blast of winter will hit Britain today, leaving the country in the grip of severe frosts and treacherous icy conditions, forecasters warned.


From coldest ever to a walk on the mild side

Thirty years ago today, Shropshire recorded the lowest temperature ever seen in England as the mercury fell to a staggering -26.1 C (-15F).


Freeze-up warning over condensing boiler pipes

Telford MP David Wright today warned residents to be on their guard against pipes freezing on high-efficiency boilers this winter.


Black day for Shropshire drivers as ice brings chaos

Drivers are being warned to watch out for black ice as forecasters predict freezing temperatures and treacherous conditions on county roads.


Snow on way as big freeze grips Shropshire

Up to three inches of snow was expected to fall over high ground in Shropshire and Mid Wales tonight as the first big freeze of winter arrives.


Britain braced for a winter battering

Parts of Britain were braced for more snow, sleet and hail today as the winter cold snap continues to bite.


Send us your Shropshire Christmas lights pictures

It’s time to deck the halls with boughs of holly – and dig out your Christmas lights. And this year, we want YOU to send us pictures of your festive decorations.


Shropshire Council tested by extremes of winter

The coldest winter for 120 years and a national road salt supply problem ‘severely tested’ Shropshire Council’s winter services.


Shropshire Council winter weather news live on Twitter

Drivers will be able use the social media service Twitter to keep up-to-date with Shropshire Council’s gritters should the county see a repeat of last year’s harsh winter.


Remember, remember the freezing November

November has been one of the mildest in recent memory – but a year ago today the scene was very different as Shropshire was plunged into one of the coldest winters in history.


Severn Trent reveal profits slide

Water giant Severn Trent today revealed falling profits and increasing customer complaints as it battles to come to terms with the impact of three severe winters.


Shropshire’s winter death toll revealed

One hundred people died in Shropshire last winter because they could not afford to heat their homes, it was revealed today.


Letter: Billions sent to the EU while our elderly freeze

As the cold winter weather approaches, the contempt that this Government holds for the elderly of this country becomes apparent.


Shropshire councils stock up ready for big freeze

Salt mountains are sitting in Shropshire’s council depots as chiefs at both councils revealed today they had ordered thousands of tonnes in the event of a big freeze striking for the third successive year.


Tyres may need a winter makeover

In countries that have severe winters, it is quite normal for drivers to switch to winter tyres for the cold season.


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 winter freeze cost £37m

The cost of the coldest Shropshire winter in 114 years was a staggering £37 million, it was revealed today.


UK gets a break from big freeze

The big freeze will give way to a brief thaw over the next few days as most of the country gets a break from the bitter cold.


Blog: Looking after your property during winter

This week has been a dreadful week for many landlords with empty properties, as the cold weather takes its toll writes property blogger Lea Beven.


More readers’ Shropshire winter photos

Another selection of chilly winter photographs sent in by Shropshire Star readers.


Big freeze continues as utility providers struggle

Utility suppliers across Shropshire are struggling to cope under the weight of customer demands as the big freeze continues to grip the country.


Reader photos of winter in Shropshire

You’ve been sending us more of your wonderful winter scenes from around Shropshire.


Shropshire scenes of beauty hide icy dangers

Thick frost transformed Shropshire into a Christmas card scene today. Check out our photo gallery.


Winter weather driving advice

The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) has issued advice on driving on snow and ice, with freezing conditions set to continue for many days to come.


Driving safely this winter

Remember last winter? If you were among the thousands stranded by extreme weather, you’ll know just how important it is to go prepared, writes Ray Castle of motors.co.uk.


Review: Mitsubishi Outlander

Sharon Walters takes the Mitsubishi Outlander out for a drive, a car that offers good security against the troubling winter weather.

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