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10-fold increase in demand at Shropshire food banks amid pandemic

10-fold increase in demand at Shropshire food banks amid pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic saw a 10-fold increase in demand at some food banks across Shropshire, it was revealed today.

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Hidden disabilities which mean we should not judge a book by its cover

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Andy Richardson: 'There are no excuses left'

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Winners of Virtual Ludlow in Bloom announced

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Pals climb Three Peaks for Severn Hospice in memory of friends

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Shaun Whalley: I want to stay at Shrewsbury Town for as long as possible

Shaun Whalley: I want to stay at Shrewsbury Town for as long as possible

Goalscorer Shaun Whalley admits he wants to stay at Shrewsbury Town 'for as long as I can' after beginning his sixth season in blue and amber.

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We are all behind Ollie Norburn and his family – Shrewsbury boss Sam Ricketts

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Sam Ricketts frustrated by Shrewsbury Town defeat

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Shaun Whalley: I want to stay at Shrewsbury Town for as long as possible

Shaun Whalley: I want to stay at Shrewsbury Town for as long as possible

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AFC Telford United sign successful trialist Dominic McHale

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Wolves' Diogo Jota set for Liverpool switch as Ki-Jana Hoever nears Molineux

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WATCH: Police break down door in Telford drugs raid

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Firefighters tackle huge blaze at Telford recycling plant - with VIDEO and PICTURES

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Salute to heroes of Battle of Britain in RAF Cosford Spitfire flypast - with video

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Keir Starmer: 'Pandemic has had huge impact on clubs like Walsall and Shrewsbury'

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Tenders sought for new Powys school

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Campaigners hit out at decision to continue Shifnal homes plan consultation

Campaigners hit out at decision to continue Shifnal homes plan consultation

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Andy Richardson: 'There are no excuses left'

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Letter: Parking problem as cars increase

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Star Witness: Send us your 2019 school prom photos!

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Star Witness: Pretty, but is it a pollen bomb?

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Star Witness: Still waters as spring returns

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