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Digital Editions Meteor spotted in skies above Shropshire
Some thought it was a firework, others a plane in trouble – but the streak of light shooting across the skies above Shropshire last night was actually a piece of Halley’s Comet.
D:Ream set for 90s gig at Shrewsbury’s Buttermarket nightclub
Chart-topping pop band D:ream will star at the latest 90s gig in Shrewsbury, it was announced today.
Karl Henry opens his heart on Wolves' relegation
Wolves' promotion-winning captain Karl Henry opens his heart on the club's relegation from the Championship during a visit to his old primary school.
Shropshire enjoys fun in the sun
Thousands of people took advantage of blazing Bank Holiday sunshine to enjoy events across the county.
Model moments at Telford meccano exhibition
Meccano-mania hit Shropshire as a range of fantastic models were put on display.
Telford civic offices demolished to make way for Asda
Part of Telford’s former council headquarters has been bulldozed as part of major regeneration plans for the town centre.
Guide Dog puppies visit RAF Cosford for training
A group of puppies found plenty of interesting things to see and smell when they spent a day at RAF Cosford for training to become guide dogs.
Charlie Bit My Finger still a YouTube favourite as site turns eight
YouTube today celebrated its eighth birthday – with one trillion views and counting.
Colourful tribute to St George at Blists Hill Victorian Town
One of Shropshire’s top visitor attractions put on a colourful show to mark St George’s Day.
Dozens feared dead in Texas factory blast
Dozens are believed dead and more than 200 injured following a massive explosion at a fertiliser plant in Texas.
Margaret Thatcher funeral: A fitting farewell
The nation today paid its last respects to Margaret Thatcher – as her family said their final farewells to a ‘beloved mother’.
Three die in bomb blasts at Boston Marathon
An eight-year-old boy was among three people killed in the Boston Marathon bomb blasts, which left 150 others injured, including 17 critical.
Video highlights of AFC Telford 0 Dartford 2
Watch video highlights of relegated AFC Telford United extending their winless run to 30 games with a home defeat to Dartford at the New Bucks Head.
Mick Fleetwood plays mentor to Shrewsbury singer Dan
One of the world’s most successful rock stars has offered to mentor a 20-year-old Shropshire musician after spotting a clip of him on YouTube.
Broken leg for Wolves' Sylvan Ebanks-Blake
Wolves were today reeling from the blow of losing Sylvan Ebanks-Blake for the rest of the season with a broken leg.
Undertaker John Taylor jailed for life over wife Alethea murder
An undertaker from the Shropshire border was jailed for life after being found guilty of the murder of his missing wife.
Delight as Telford school nets top marks in Ofsted
Pupils and teachers at primary school near Newport were celebrating today after it was ranked ‘outstanding’ across the board by government inspectors.
Love affair with classic French van becomes a business for couple
A love affair with an iconic French-made van has led to a couple starting an unusual vehicle rental business.
Royal Irish Regiment on parade for St Patrick’s Day
Irish eyes were smiling when soldiers from Shropshire celebrated their regiment’s heritage with a traditional St Patrick’s Day parade.
Keith Chegwin pops up with £100,000 cheque for Telford man Garry
A 56-year-old man from Telford was left stunned when TV presenter Keith Chegwin turned up at his place of work – with a cheque for £100,000.