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Motorists warned of 20 mph speed limits set to be introduced outside primary and secondary schools

More schools in Shropshire are set to have 20mph speed limits on roads outside them as part of the first phase of a Shropshire Council programme.

Education|2 hours ago

Royal race row expands to include billionaire who went to Ellesmere College

Ellesmere|Dec 3

Motorcyclist died despite advanced critical care, it's confirmed as police appeal continues

Llangollen|1 hour ago

Warm memories of loved one lost help keep out the cold for 25th annual Lights of Love ceremony

Shrewsbury|3 hours ago

Lorry slips down embankment after coming off A5 near Oswestry

Gobowen|Just now

How a revered Second World War captain who saved his crew ended up facing court martial

The Toby Neal Collection|2 hours ago

Look at the scenery £760,000 buys you in Market Drayton

Market Drayton|3 hours ago

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Tears of joy for family as they are reunited with dog that got lost at steam railway site

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Water company brings in tankers to keep homes supplied after pipe burst

Bridgnorth|1 hour ago

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Telford|3 hours ago

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Shrewsbury|6 hours ago

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Whitchurch|3 hours ago

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Environment|6 hours ago

More than £1 million to tackle Shropshire's emergency care challenges

Health|6 hours ago

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Farming|7 hours ago

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Wolves Fans' Verdict v Arsenal: A deserved loss

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Shrewsbury Town FC|7 hours ago

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Telford Tigers|4 hours ago

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Shrewsbury Town FC|23 hours ago

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AFC Telford United|Dec 1

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AFC Telford United|Dec 1

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AFC Telford United|Nov 30

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Shrewsbury Town FC|Nov 14

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Tears of joy for family as they are reunited with dog that got lost at steam railway site

Tears were shed when a grateful family were reunited with their wanderlust pooch.

Attractions|6 hours ago

Rock 'n' Roll Panto moves into big top tent for one year only - oh yes it does

Mid Wales entertainment|6 hours ago

Welsh superstars named to open and close International Eisteddfod

Mid Wales entertainment|4 hours ago

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Shrewsbury entertainment|7 hours ago

4,000 revellers pack Oswestry to help make it a record day for Christmas parade

Oswestry entertainment|Dec 3

Andy Richardson: Little help solving the riddle of the Skoda on my lawn

Entertainment|Dec 3

The Big Debate: Sandwiches – how do you cut yours?

Entertainment|Dec 3

Drink driver who was ‘barely able to walk’ avoids return to prison

Man who exposed himself to Telford fashion store assistants had 200 schoolgirl photos on phone

Child killer Lucy Letby faces being stripped of nursing status

West Mercia crime commissioner hits out at those responsible for football violence

Newport councillor warns the 'gloves are off' as traders kick back against shoplifters

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Business is on the up for major Bridgnorth employer

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Business|1 hour ago

Oswestry to host Shropshire Chamber 'Active Leadership' session

Business|2 hours ago

Andrew joins team at Dudley Building Society

Business|6 hours ago

The 160-year-old riverside pub that's battling on after succession of tough challenges

Cost of living|Dec 3

Poundland opens latest store in Newport

Motorists warned of 20 mph speed limits set to be introduced outside primary and secondary schools

Education|2 hours ago

Primary school says it is already taking steps to improve

Church Stretton|2 hours ago

Primary school permitted to keep temporary building for another 10 years

Education|Dec 2

Primary school leaders praised for recent work despite Ofsted's 'requires improvement' grade

Shrewsbury|Dec 2

Parents welcome Bridgnorth sixth form plans

Education|Dec 2

Two Shropshire schools come out on top in The Times guide to high-achieving schools

Education|Dec 1

Treasury to be asked for 'mind-blowing' £500 million to stop River Severn flooding

Shrewsbury|6 hours ago

Telford peer battles off 'imposter syndrome' in House of Lords to find his place and 'stand up and challenge'

Politics|21 hours ago

Primary school permitted to keep temporary building for another 10 years

Education|Dec 2

Accommodation offered to Shropshire's rough sleepers as temperatures drop well below zero

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Transport|Dec 1

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