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August 29, 2025

Supporting image for story: Lease laptops from just £5 a month with Raylo Business summer sale

Lease laptops from just £5 a month with Raylo Business summer sale

August 28, 2025

Supporting image for story: This 50p-a-day natural supplement helps beat brain fog and boost energy

This 50p-a-day natural supplement helps beat brain fog and boost energy

Supporting image for story: 'It was so lovely to hear the sounds of children's voices having fun' - Picnics for all at Oswestry community food group

'It was so lovely to hear the sounds of children's voices having fun' - Picnics for all at Oswestry community food group

August 24, 2025

Supporting image for story: We visited a Shropshire countryside pub which is much loved by the residents of the village and is known as a hub for celebrations

We visited a Shropshire countryside pub which is much loved by the residents of the village and is known as a hub for celebrations

August 17, 2025

Supporting image for story: Rail campaigners say potential 5.5% fares rise would be ‘ripping off’ passengers

Rail campaigners say potential 5.5% fares rise would be ‘ripping off’ passengers

Supporting image for story: We visited a countryside pub that's been transformed from a former barbecue restaurant to a farmers' community hub

We visited a countryside pub that's been transformed from a former barbecue restaurant to a farmers' community hub

August 13, 2025

Supporting image for story: Attractive four-bedroom detached home in Leegomery, Telford for £357,950

Attractive four-bedroom detached home in Leegomery, Telford for £357,950

August 11, 2025

Supporting image for story: Peter Rhodes on Winston's wise words, a new sort of family and a sudden demand for accountants

Peter Rhodes on Winston's wise words, a new sort of family and a sudden demand for accountants

August 10, 2025

Supporting image for story: We visited a charming canalside Staffordshire village pub with ambitions to become a recognised place for real ale

We visited a charming canalside Staffordshire village pub with ambitions to become a recognised place for real ale

August 9, 2025

Supporting image for story: Four different groups will run Kington and District Community Shop throughout the rest of August

Four different groups will run Kington and District Community Shop throughout the rest of August

Supporting image for story: Shropshire MP signs letter calling for 'fairer structuring' of household energy bills

Shropshire MP signs letter calling for 'fairer structuring' of household energy bills

August 8, 2025

Supporting image for story: Shropshire food bank responds to 'upsetting' comments after Facebook post slams users wearing 'designer gear'

Shropshire food bank responds to 'upsetting' comments after Facebook post slams users wearing 'designer gear'

August 6, 2025

Supporting image for story: Almost £7,000 raised for homeless since 2021 with 'alternative giving' scheme in Shrewsbury

Almost £7,000 raised for homeless since 2021 with 'alternative giving' scheme in Shrewsbury

August 5, 2025

Supporting image for story: Households could save thousands of pounds by using clean technology, report says

Households could save thousands of pounds by using clean technology, report says

August 4, 2025

Supporting image for story: Poundland launches online clearance sale - and you can get bargains from 10p ahead of UK store closures

Poundland launches online clearance sale - and you can get bargains from 10p ahead of UK store closures

August 3, 2025

Supporting image for story: We visited a Staffordshire village pub which has been given a new lease of life and has become a prime place for drinkers and foodies alike

We visited a Staffordshire village pub which has been given a new lease of life and has become a prime place for drinkers and foodies alike

August 1, 2025

Supporting image for story: Warning after scam texts regarding 'winter heating allowances' sent to Shropshire residents

Warning after scam texts regarding 'winter heating allowances' sent to Shropshire residents

July 31, 2025

Supporting image for story: Powys finance chief warns that it's becoming increasingly difficult to find savings in Powys budget

Powys finance chief warns that it's becoming increasingly difficult to find savings in Powys budget

July 27, 2025

Supporting image for story: We visited an Albrighton pub which 'feels just like home' for its new licensees - with a warm welcome, a cold pint and good food

We visited an Albrighton pub which 'feels just like home' for its new licensees - with a warm welcome, a cold pint and good food

July 21, 2025

The science-backed skincare brand helping you fight breakouts and blemishes

July 20, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'I'm the landlord of a traditional pub in Shropshire border village where I had my first pint aged 18 - and there's a historic link that remains a mystery'

'I'm the landlord of a traditional pub in Shropshire border village where I had my first pint aged 18 - and there's a historic link that remains a mystery'

July 19, 2025

Supporting image for story: Birmingham Airport: Drivers face drop-off parking fee increases - How much is Birmingham Airport drop-off?

Birmingham Airport: Drivers face drop-off parking fee increases - How much is Birmingham Airport drop-off?

July 18, 2025

Supporting image for story: Poundland confirms Shrewsbury store among 25 locations set to close under its restructuring plan

Poundland confirms Shrewsbury store among 25 locations set to close under its restructuring plan

Supporting image for story: Poundland confirms locations of 25 stores set to close under its restructuring plan - full list

Poundland confirms locations of 25 stores set to close under its restructuring plan - full list

July 16, 2025

Supporting image for story: Meet the meerkats: save up to 68% on hands-on experience at Hoo Zoo this summer

Meet the meerkats: save up to 68% on hands-on experience at Hoo Zoo this summer

Supporting image for story: The designer-style straw handbag is the must-have accessory for summer - now £21.24 for a limited time only

The designer-style straw handbag is the must-have accessory for summer - now £21.24 for a limited time only

July 14, 2025

Supporting image for story: Grants for new electric cars to be reintroduced - here's how much you could get

Grants for new electric cars to be reintroduced - here's how much you could get

Supporting image for story: NHS doctors strike: Here’s what resident doctors do, how much they get paid and the dates they are going on strike in July

NHS doctors strike: Here’s what resident doctors do, how much they get paid and the dates they are going on strike in July

July 13, 2025

Supporting image for story: We visited a traditional, no-frills, award-winning and proper drinkers pub in Bridgnorth run by a former mining engineer who made a career change

We visited a traditional, no-frills, award-winning and proper drinkers pub in Bridgnorth run by a former mining engineer who made a career change

July 11, 2025

Supporting image for story: The Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector recommended by hair experts is now on sale in the Amazon Prime Day

The Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector recommended by hair experts is now on sale in the Amazon Prime Day

Supporting image for story: Amazon Prime Day Deal: 44% off Kono 6-Piece lightweight travel luggage set – now £106.99

Amazon Prime Day Deal: 44% off Kono 6-Piece lightweight travel luggage set – now £106.99

Supporting image for story: Modern three-bed dormer bungalow for sale in Telford for £385,000

Modern three-bed dormer bungalow for sale in Telford for £385,000

July 7, 2025

Supporting image for story: Amazon rolls out Gopuff ultra-fast grocery deliveries across UK

Amazon rolls out Gopuff ultra-fast grocery deliveries across UK

July 6, 2025

Supporting image for story: We visited a Market Drayton pub which is a rich mixture of local pub and food hub and has got some exciting plans for more opportunies

We visited a Market Drayton pub which is a rich mixture of local pub and food hub and has got some exciting plans for more opportunies

July 5, 2025

Supporting image for story: Family hubs to be rolled out across every council in England by the Department for Education

Family hubs to be rolled out across every council in England by the Department for Education

July 3, 2025

Supporting image for story: Telecare charge backed by Shropshire Council committee

Telecare charge backed by Shropshire Council committee

July 2, 2025

Supporting image for story: Wales tourism tax is a step closer to becoming a reality after Senedd vote

Wales tourism tax is a step closer to becoming a reality after Senedd vote

Supporting image for story: 'A missed opportunity' - South Shropshire MP slams government's welfare reforms

'A missed opportunity' - South Shropshire MP slams government's welfare reforms

Supporting image for story: Deputy Leader of Powys County Council hears from pupils as part of Child Poverty Task Force Conference

Deputy Leader of Powys County Council hears from pupils as part of Child Poverty Task Force Conference

July 1, 2025

Supporting image for story: Why the LED Light Makeup Case with mirror is a must-have for your beauty routine - selling fast

Why the LED Light Makeup Case with mirror is a must-have for your beauty routine - selling fast

Supporting image for story: I’ve found the perfect breathable strappy sling dress with pockets that will keep you cool this summer

I’ve found the perfect breathable strappy sling dress with pockets that will keep you cool this summer

Supporting image for story: This £14 ice-blasting fan might be all you need to cool off on a hot day

This £14 ice-blasting fan might be all you need to cool off on a hot day

Supporting image for story: This portable air conditioner is incredibly cheap thanks to a 56% Wowcher discount deal

This portable air conditioner is incredibly cheap thanks to a 56% Wowcher discount deal

Supporting image for story: “Labour and Plaid’s toxic Tourism Tax will devastate the sector; it must be axed’ say the Welsh Conservatives on the day a crucial vote is taken at the Senedd

“Labour and Plaid’s toxic Tourism Tax will devastate the sector; it must be axed’ say the Welsh Conservatives on the day a crucial vote is taken at the Senedd

June 29, 2025

Supporting image for story: Five different groups will be running Kington and District Community Shop plans throughout July

Five different groups will be running Kington and District Community Shop plans throughout July

Supporting image for story: We visited a pub in the Shropshire countryside with a close-knit community and a show-stopping food menu

We visited a pub in the Shropshire countryside with a close-knit community and a show-stopping food menu

June 28, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'It's not right that we are relying on government funds' - Foodbanks join forces to ask for more support

'It's not right that we are relying on government funds' - Foodbanks join forces to ask for more support

June 26, 2025

Supporting image for story: Work 'paused' on Shrewsbury North West Relief Road as bills soar to £215m - Shropshire Council says: 'We really have no choice'

Work 'paused' on Shrewsbury North West Relief Road as bills soar to £215m - Shropshire Council says: 'We really have no choice'

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury charity shop closes down as it faces an 'urgent' funding shortfall amid rising costs

Shrewsbury charity shop closes down as it faces an 'urgent' funding shortfall amid rising costs

June 25, 2025

Supporting image for story: Spot the ball winner scoops £208k Lamborghini and £50k cash prize

Spot the ball winner scoops £208k Lamborghini and £50k cash prize

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