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January 29, 2026

Supporting image for story: Ironbridge retro: 26 nostalgic photos of notable visits, local life and familiar faces

Ironbridge retro: 26 nostalgic photos of notable visits, local life and familiar faces

January 28, 2026

Supporting image for story: Newport retro: 15 snapshots of everyday life through the years

Newport retro: 15 snapshots of everyday life through the years

Supporting image for story: We visit a quiet village down by the River Severn with 'Shropshire's oldest pub' and residents who 'can never do enough for you'

We visit a quiet village down by the River Severn with 'Shropshire's oldest pub' and residents who 'can never do enough for you'

January 25, 2026

Supporting image for story: South Shropshire retro: 19 snapshots through the years to spark nostalgia

South Shropshire retro: 19 snapshots through the years to spark nostalgia

January 24, 2026

Supporting image for story: Meet the Shifnal artist whose work is inspired by her surrounding countryside and is appearing on TV's Landscape Artist of the Year

Meet the Shifnal artist whose work is inspired by her surrounding countryside and is appearing on TV's Landscape Artist of the Year

January 23, 2026

Supporting image for story: Telford in the early ’80s: 18 nostalgic snapshots from 1980 to 1983

Telford in the early ’80s: 18 nostalgic snapshots from 1980 to 1983

January 21, 2026

Supporting image for story: From the archives: 43 pictures celebrating theatre and its life across the Midlands

From the archives: 43 pictures celebrating theatre and its life across the Midlands

Supporting image for story: We visited a south Staffordshire village which sits as a gateway to the countryside and is described by those who live and work there as a wonderful community

We visited a south Staffordshire village which sits as a gateway to the countryside and is described by those who live and work there as a wonderful community

January 19, 2026

Supporting image for story: 'The arts really unlock potential and ability’ - We meet the Shropshire headteacher using culture to transform school life

'The arts really unlock potential and ability’ - We meet the Shropshire headteacher using culture to transform school life

Supporting image for story: Beat the Blue Monday blues: Brighten your day with 19 heartwarming photos from the archives

Beat the Blue Monday blues: Brighten your day with 19 heartwarming photos from the archives

January 18, 2026

Supporting image for story: Broseley through the years: 15 retro photos from days gone by

Broseley through the years: 15 retro photos from days gone by

Supporting image for story: We visited a pub near the Shropshire border that was wrecked by a car but bounced back as a vibrant community hub

We visited a pub near the Shropshire border that was wrecked by a car but bounced back as a vibrant community hub

January 17, 2026

Supporting image for story: "It's a childhood dream come true" - We meet the owner of Whitchurch's new bookshop

"It's a childhood dream come true" - We meet the owner of Whitchurch's new bookshop

January 15, 2026

Supporting image for story: 'Think of the prestige if Shropshire wins Town of Culture - and think of the money!' - Toby Neal's view on the big battle ahead

'Think of the prestige if Shropshire wins Town of Culture - and think of the money!' - Toby Neal's view on the big battle ahead

Supporting image for story: Retro: 19 photos capturing 1980s clubs, groups and the community spirit of the Black Country and Staffordshire

Retro: 19 photos capturing 1980s clubs, groups and the community spirit of the Black Country and Staffordshire

FOR ATTENTION OF MARK DREW

January 14, 2026

Supporting image for story: I visited a north Shropshire village with a community spirit so strong it saved the local pub

I visited a north Shropshire village with a community spirit so strong it saved the local pub

Supporting image for story: Accomplished pilot, amateur engineer, world record breaker, jazz musician, and influential and innovative teacher of helicopter crews...

Accomplished pilot, amateur engineer, world record breaker, jazz musician, and influential and innovative teacher of helicopter crews...

January 13, 2026

Supporting image for story: A celebrated cartoonist from Shropshire whose work appeared in national and international newspapers and magazines has died at the age of 84.

A celebrated cartoonist from Shropshire whose work appeared in national and international newspapers and magazines has died at the age of 84.

January 12, 2026

Supporting image for story: Alan Godding, who was one of the pioneering team who launched the Shropshire Star in 1964, has died at the age of 83.

Alan Godding, who was one of the pioneering team who launched the Shropshire Star in 1964, has died at the age of 83.

January 11, 2026

Supporting image for story: From the archives: 21 quirky and giant sights from across the Black Country and Staffordshire to make you smile

From the archives: 21 quirky and giant sights from across the Black Country and Staffordshire to make you smile

Supporting image for story: From the archives: 25 quirky and giant sights from across Shropshire to make you smile

From the archives: 25 quirky and giant sights from across Shropshire to make you smile

January 10, 2026

Supporting image for story: We visit an award-winning luxury glamping site offering sweeping views of the Shropshire countryside

We visit an award-winning luxury glamping site offering sweeping views of the Shropshire countryside

January 9, 2026

Supporting image for story: "It was our family's first visit to wonderful Les Menuires in the French Alps - and it won't be our last"

"It was our family's first visit to wonderful Les Menuires in the French Alps - and it won't be our last"

Supporting image for story: As pupils started the new term amid winter darkness, snow, and ice, how about this for an idea - a schools cruise in the sun?

As pupils started the new term amid winter darkness, snow, and ice, how about this for an idea - a schools cruise in the sun?

January 8, 2026

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury retro 1970: 16 pictures from in and around the county town to spark memories

Shrewsbury retro 1970: 16 pictures from in and around the county town to spark memories

January 6, 2026

Supporting image for story: Shropshire retro: 28 pictures of high street scenes and shops we loved and lost

Shropshire retro: 28 pictures of high street scenes and shops we loved and lost

January 3, 2026

Supporting image for story: 'We couldn't find clothes we liked for our son so we designed our own at home - now we sell them online from Shropshire'

'We couldn't find clothes we liked for our son so we designed our own at home - now we sell them online from Shropshire'

January 2, 2026

Charles Darwin's Beagle ship celebrated by Royal Mint in brand new £2 coin

Supporting image for story: I visited 27 of Shropshire's uniquely wonderful towns and villages in 2025 - here are some of my favourites

I visited 27 of Shropshire's uniquely wonderful towns and villages in 2025 - here are some of my favourites

January 1, 2026

Supporting image for story: 2025 in pictures: 36 images that made headlines across Shropshire - see how many you remember

2025 in pictures: 36 images that made headlines across Shropshire - see how many you remember

Supporting image for story: 10 meaningful new year's resolutions you can consider making for 2026

10 meaningful new year's resolutions you can consider making for 2026

December 31, 2025

Supporting image for story: I visited a quiet Shropshire village with heaps of rural charm and a rare calm where time seems to stand still

I visited a quiet Shropshire village with heaps of rural charm and a rare calm where time seems to stand still

Supporting image for story: Adorable arrivals: 29 pictures of baby animals that stole the show at our zoos this year

Adorable arrivals: 29 pictures of baby animals that stole the show at our zoos this year

December 30, 2025

Supporting image for story: Ironbridge Power Station in 37 pictures: 46 years of power, memories and the people behind it

Ironbridge Power Station in 37 pictures: 46 years of power, memories and the people behind it

December 29, 2025

Supporting image for story: New Year Honours 2026: The 15 incredible Shropshire people recognised by the King for their services to the community

New Year Honours 2026: The 15 incredible Shropshire people recognised by the King for their services to the community

Supporting image for story: New Year Honours List 2026: Meet the inspirational Shropshire folk honoured by the King for helping others in diverse ways

New Year Honours List 2026: Meet the inspirational Shropshire folk honoured by the King for helping others in diverse ways

Supporting image for story: Fascinating old postcards give unique snapshot into Shropshire in the 1910s and '20s

Fascinating old postcards give unique snapshot into Shropshire in the 1910s and '20s

December 28, 2025

Supporting image for story: One woman’s incredible three-week prayer walk from Nasareth to Bethlehem - without leaving Wales

One woman’s incredible three-week prayer walk from Nasareth to Bethlehem - without leaving Wales

December 26, 2025

Supporting image for story: Winter walks in Telford, Shrewsbury, the Shropshire Hills and beyond you should try this festive season

Winter walks in Telford, Shrewsbury, the Shropshire Hills and beyond you should try this festive season

December 25, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'The cows don't know it's Christmas!' What it's really like to live on a Shropshire beef farm on Christmas Day

'The cows don't know it's Christmas!' What it's really like to live on a Shropshire beef farm on Christmas Day

December 24, 2025

Supporting image for story: Whitchurch: We get to know the buzzy north Shropshire market town filled with independent shops and friendly locals thrust into national spotlight by dramatic canal collapse

Whitchurch: We get to know the buzzy north Shropshire market town filled with independent shops and friendly locals thrust into national spotlight by dramatic canal collapse

Supporting image for story: Shropshire retro special: 28 pictures of Christmas celebrations and faces from the past to spark nostalgia

Shropshire retro special: 28 pictures of Christmas celebrations and faces from the past to spark nostalgia

December 22, 2025

Supporting image for story: The Flying Scotsman, a catastrophic landslip, Herculean repair efforts and a 60th anniversary: Just 12 months at the Severn Valley Railway

The Flying Scotsman, a catastrophic landslip, Herculean repair efforts and a 60th anniversary: Just 12 months at the Severn Valley Railway

Supporting image for story: 'I was invited to talk to rock legend Jon Bon Jovi about my Shrewsbury charity event that has raised over £22,000'

'I was invited to talk to rock legend Jon Bon Jovi about my Shrewsbury charity event that has raised over £22,000'

Supporting image for story: I was given a tour of Amazon's state-of-the-art fulfilment centre in Sutton Coldfield during the busiest week of the year

I was given a tour of Amazon's state-of-the-art fulfilment centre in Sutton Coldfield during the busiest week of the year

Supporting image for story: Jetting off for a Christmas break?

Jetting off for a Christmas break?

December 20, 2025

Supporting image for story: Meet the Market Drayton baker who set up his own business during lockdown and is now sharing his "love letter to ginger" recipe book

Meet the Market Drayton baker who set up his own business during lockdown and is now sharing his "love letter to ginger" recipe book

December 19, 2025

Supporting image for story: Shropshire memories: 21 pictures of faces from the past - see who you remember!

Shropshire memories: 21 pictures of faces from the past - see who you remember!

December 18, 2025

Supporting image for story: Shifnal through the years: 21 pictures of historic buildings, streets and faces remembered

Shifnal through the years: 21 pictures of historic buildings, streets and faces remembered

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