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The disruption is believed to be linked, at least in part, to technical problems affecting Google Cloud

Major internet outage hits banking apps and websites across the world

Small rise in West Midlands unemployment rates as UK wide figures fall

High Street, Bridgnorth

Bridgnorth businesses invited to share their good news

Randlay Community Centre in Telford.

Parish council agrees to spend £20k on battery system for solar panels

Llwyd Mansion in Oswestry

Green light for community hub plans in 15th-century building

R1 Construction's commercial director Josh Coleman and pre-construction manager Abigail Bebb

Shrewsbury- based construction firm secures place on £3bn framework

The delipidated building was bought at auction in 2022 by Shropshire Design founders Peter Snowdon and Wesley Fellows

New shop to open in former Barclays building 16 years after closure

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

7 side hustles to make extra money before Christmas

Astley Vineyard near Stourport-on-Severn

One of UK's oldest vineyards put on the market

Zoe and Melissa Evans, founders of Rowton Vineyard in Shrewsbury

Vineyard founders to share how farm became award-winning business

Clockwise from back left: Derek Willis of Severn Hospice, Jack Dainty of Telford Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort, Leigh Bowen of SPS Medical Gas Specialists, Patrick Howe of Shoothill, Lynda Richards of HCR Law and Paul Dawkes of Prestige Brickwork

Businesses 'escape' Shrewsbury Prison for hospice fundraiser

M&S has introduced its 2026 Christmas sandwich range alongside seasonal snacks and sweet treats.

M&S Christmas sandwiches and there's plenty of festive favourites

Mia enjoying a swim at K9 Anytime's swimming pool in Weston-under-Lizard

Telford doggy daycare firm invests in pool and expansion

Emma and Heber Rodriguez are the owners of The Happy Quail in Newport

Newport restaurant owners share 'excitement' ahead of opening

10 lowest-rated banks in the West Midlands based on Google Reviews

A general view of The Croud Meadow stadium, home of Shrewsbury Town

Shrewsbury Town sign brace of commercial deals

An operating theatre built by ModuleCo

Construction partner named for operating theatre at RSH
ModuleCo has won the brief to build a new ophthalmic theatre and recovery room
Tamlyn Jones

The switchboard equipment which fell on the victim.

Telford firm fined £4m over devastating injuries to dad of one

Jo Hilditch at the presentation of the Outstanding Contribution to British Agriculture Award 2026 at this year’s British Farming Awards

Prestigious British Agriculture Award presented to Kington woman

Trentham Estate Entrance Off Stone Road, Trentham

Plans submitted for new Starbucks drive-thru near tourist attraction

Localeyes

Businesses can open their eyes to potential online opportunities

Amy Summerton, director at Walton Homes

New housing development planned in Shifnal

The roadside commercial land at Rhallt View, Buttington Cross, Welshpool at the top of the picture

New Welshpool site has 'potential for new jobs and investment'

SumUp's Tap to Pay feature allows small businesses and side hustlers to accept contactless card payments directly on a compatible smartphone, without needing a separate card reader.

How to turn your smartphone into a card reader

Steve Moran and Andrea Lambert have joined Invest in Shropshire

New faces boost team at Invest in Shropshire

Low.Studio has opened on Fullwood Business Park in Ellesmere

New pilates and wellness studio opens in north Shropshire

Arnold Clark is running a mystery car competition in Telford Shopping Centre

Telford shoppers could win car ahead of new store opening

The waterpark will close until early 2027 for a series of upgrades. Photo: Waterworld

Major West Midlands waterpark to close for several months - here's why
The waterpark will be hosting a party before closing down to allow for upgrades.
James Vukmirovic

The Lakeside Boathouse in Llandrindod Wells is rapidly establishing itself as an exciting up-and-coming venue for canoe polo

Powys location becoming 'up and coming' venue for canoe polo

The Bull Ring and King Street in Ludlow.

Green light for coffee shop chain planning new Shropshire venue

BCRS Business Loans' Bites and Beverages networking events

Free business networking event returns to Telford next month

'Getting young people into good jobs' - Jobs fair coming to Telford

Oswestry and the Park Hall Farm experience.

Property agents charged with selling 'compelling Oswestry attraction'

Fears grow for future of Poundland as rescue talks continue

Lloyds said it wants pay for top bosses to be more closely aligned with the performance of the bank (Stefan Rousseau/PA)

Telford bank branch to shut for six weeks for refurbishment

Wrekin MP Mark Pritchard

'Labour is letting young people down': Tory MP clashes with minister

Ricoh has had a base in Telford since the 1980s. Photo: Google StreetView.

Hundreds of jobs to be gone by 2027 as process starts at firm

The supermarket says it wants to help customers be well prepared for groceries as the festive season approaches

Asda Christmas delivery slots open today – how to book

World Cup celebrations at a Marston's pub

Marston's reports 'significant profit growth’ in latest trading update

Housing Plus Group has reported a £37.8 million surplus

Housing provider reports £37.8m surplus as it targets 3,500 new homes

The private flight experience offers views over the Midlands for one or two passengers

Soar over the Midlands: Enjoy a thrilling scenic flight tour (aff)

Drinks brand seen on Dragon's Den launches in Sainsbury’s Meal Deal

A Marks and Spencer store on Oxford Street (Jonathan Brady/PA)

Festive recruitment drive under way at M&S stores in the West Midlands

Free range egg producers given permission for new 64,000-bird unit

Shrewsbury College

Plans lodged for battery energy storage system at Shrewsbury College

Eco Home Windows has opened its first showroom on Fullwood Business Park in Ellesmere

Windows firm opens new Ellesmere showroom

Bodans’ co-founders and owners Daniel Watts (left) and Steven Goodall in Shrewsbury

Plus Friends convert campervan project into 20-year Shrewsbury business

An Asos delivery package lying on the floor along with letters received in the post

ASOS issue update after customer data breach

Park Hall Countryside Experience in Oswestry

Major Shropshire visitor attraction for sale with £1m price tag

Mayor of the West Midlands Richard Parker outside Wordsley Manor

Region is UK’s top filming location as Mayor confirms £100m investment

Jake Burnett and Ellie Pjetri, Telford & Wrekin and Shropshire apprentices of the year

Shropshire's top apprentices crowned at annual awards

Barley Mow, Madeley

Police and residents raise concerns over Telford pub plans

Meg Hawkins from Bridgnorth was crowned best creative business at the Enterprise Vision Awards 2026

Bridgnorth artist wins national enterprise award

Hayley Lavery at Crowe

4 in 5 manufacturers turn to AI as sector eyes defence opportunities

New customer service award launched for Shrewsbury businesses

CGI of how the new FRO.home store will look in Walker Street, Wellington

New chapter for Wellington blinds retailer

The new luxury accessible lodge opens at a Powys holiday park

New luxury accessible lodge opens at Powys holiday park

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