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Dominic Robertson

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May 20, 2025

Shrewsbury Quarry, The Dingle Shrewsbury

Shropshire bank holiday weather: Find out if you'll need the suntan lotion or the anorak

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The scene of the crash

Police appeal for witnesses to 'terribly sad' Ludlow crash which killed two women

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Charlotte Corbett was sentenced last Friday (May 2) at Telford Magistrates Court. Photo: Jamie Ricketts

Serial Telford shop thief who targeted stores stealing Kinder Buenos and steaks is locked up

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West Mercia Police appoints new deputy chief constable

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The show takes place on Sunday, June 1.

One of Shropshire's leading dog shows set to return - here's where and when

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The scene of the crash in Ludlow

Two women killed in Ludlow crash tragedy

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May 19, 2025

Final preparations for packed Shropshire County Show this weekend

The Co-op in Priorslee

Cash taken in Telford Co-op raid, police reveal

Jane Holden with the Shropshire Home Guard soldier mannequin - and unexploded bomb.

Exhibition to commemorate Shrewsbury's Second World War air raid post

The attractive Grade II Listed three-storey property at 38 St Mary’s Street occupies a sought-after location in Newport town centre.

Dental surgery relocating to new town-centre premises

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.

Shropshire's major NHS hospitals and community services to seek joint chief exec

Two teenagers have been arrested after police seized a knife in Wednesfield, Wolverhampton

Three arrests over Shrewsbury town centre stabbing

Police appeal for witnesses to Telford gang assault after victim has 'chunk of ear bitten off'

The new facility will create around 400 new jobs

'This is not just an investment - it is a statement' - Telford facility will be 'foundation for the future of British defence'

Lizzy Ellis and Cathy Evans are looking forward to the event.

Shrewsbury's Dragon Boat Festival set for summer return

The King's Rose, launched by David Austin Roses at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025.

'When I first saw this new bloom I knew it had to be the one' - 'King's Rose' unveiled by David Austin Roses

New defence facility for Telford will create up to 400 jobs on former GKN site

Spitfire AA810 Project Director, Tony Hoskins, with South Shropshire MP Stuart Anderson.

Shropshire legends who served as Churchill's 'eyes in the skies' to be honoured with London memorial

The crews helped get the horse back on its feet. Picture: Amber Watch Wellington

Firefighters lead horse rescue in Shifnal

The seized car. Picture: Telford & Wrekin Police

No insurance, no car - Telford and Wrekin cops seize Audi

Shrewsbury 'hotspot for foodies' looks to extend terrace dining hours - but residents object

The current Shepherd’s hut located on the Willey Estate. Picture: Shropshire Council planning portal.

Shepherd's hut holiday let plan to be considered near Broseley

'Top schools', 'low crime', 'plenty of food and drink choices' - Shropshire town named one of Britain's happiest places to live

The Guildhall in Shrewsbury, the headquarters of Shropshire Council. Picture: LDRS

Bombs near Bridgnorth? South Shropshire company applies for licence to manufacture explosives

The case was heard at Shrewsbury Crown Court.

Gold coins seized from Telford cannabis grower can be kept by police, court rules

May 18, 2025

Illegal off-roaders at county National Trust estate handed official police warnings

Thomas Hillman sat in the air ambulance cockpit at the open day.

Crowds flock to air ambulance base open day in Cosford

Fun in the sun as Shrewsbury school stages its own festival

Fire crew called to rescue person locked in Greggs toilet in Bridgnorth

Police stock image

Man stabbed in Shrewsbury town centre overnight - police appeal for witnesses

The proposed Shrewsbury North West Relief Road. Picture: Shropshire Council

Government confirms it will respond to Shropshire Council over relief road plea

The chimney fire was in Newport. Photo: Jamie Ricketts

Stranded 16-year-old rescued from Shrewsbury tree by firefighters

Hugo enjoying his time on the waterways.

TV fame beckons for rescue cat Hugo and his new life on the canals

May 17, 2025

Shrewsbury Crown Court

60-year-old Market Drayton man admits attempted sexual communication with children

May 16, 2025

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service. Photo: Jamie Ricketts

Oswestry firefighters 'abused and threatened' while tackling bonfire 'worryingly close' to gas cylinder

Comedian Harry Hill cuts ribbon on children's therapy garden at Shropshire's orthopaedic hospital

Countryfile presenters at Bigpool Boathouse at Dudmaston. Picture: National Trust

Shropshire National Trust estates will take centre stage on BBC's Countryfile this weekend

Neil Jones, pictured with staff and his surgeon Ralph Perkins.

'I had hip replacement surgery and was discharged the same day' - Milestone achievement for Telford hospital

The temporary capping works being carried out in January. Picture: Environment Agency

Update on Telford's problem landfill site issued by Environment Agency

Gardeners Joel Richards and Nicky Worthing with volunteer Fiona McLoughlin.

Stunning Severn Hospice gardens to go on show next month - here's where and when

May 15, 2025

Digging out the concrete slabs to be replaced.

M54 weekend closures cancelled after workers make 'swift progress' on repairs

Amandah Wah will be appearing at the Shropshire County Show

Gladiators TV show winner headed to Shropshire County Show

Shrewsbury Police posted this picture of the area on social media. Picture: Shrewsbury Police

'Frightening' - mountain bike youths scaring young children and parents outside Baschurch nursery, say police

May 14, 2025

West Mercia Police ranked adequate in preventing and investigating crime - but inspectors call for improvements

Lorna Walker hosts a monthly Neuro Coffee Morning for brain injury survivors.

'I was in a wheelchair. I had to learn to walk, talk, swallow' - Telford mum of three who survived two strokes hails brain charity's support

May 13, 2025

Dawn Husemann.

Reform name group leader after Shropshire Council election breakthrough

Councillor Heather Kidd and Councillor Alex Wagner, the leader elect and deputy leader elect respectively of Shropshire Council. Picture: Shropshire Liberal Democrats

'We have inherited a near impossible situation' - New Lib Dem council asks government for relief road 'off ramp'

A progress photo of construction at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.

Ceremony marks Royal Shrewsbury Hospital building work milestone

Air fryer baking expert and This Morning’s resident baker revealed as celebrity chef for Newport Show

The Claas Jaguar 860 forager that sold for £126,500.

Quality tractors and harvesters reap big prices at farm machinery dispersal sale near Bishop's Castle