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March 25, 2025

Plans have been submitted for 100 homes to be built off Lowe Hill Road in Wem. Picture: Persimmon Homes

Developer responds to 100-home proposal concerns for Wem

Property|Mar 25

Rare partial eclipse expected this weekend - here is where you can see it in Shropshire

March 24, 2025

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Ballroom and sequence dance event at town hall

Your World|Mar 24

March 22, 2025

Wootton and Wootton has been sold for an undisclosed sum

Wem electrical company says acquisition by Ipsum is 'pivotal moment' for firm

Business|Mar 22

March 18, 2025

The Old Post Office, Wem. Photo: Zoopla/Welch Estate Agents

Wem's former post office turned pub up for sale - with permission to build seven new apartments

March 17, 2025

'I want young people to build memories, friendships and lifelong skills' - inside The Thomas Adams School in Wem

March 13, 2025

The 'As You Like It Wood' at Soulton Hall

Archaeology, bluebells and Shakespeare: A journey into the hidden landscapes of ancient manor house

Your World|Mar 13

March 12, 2025

'IN HOC SIGNO', a collaborative artwork by Shropshire artist Jacob Chandler, James Syrett and James Wenn. This work explores mathematics also seen in Soulton Hall

Popular Tudor hall extends history tours following overwhelming demand

Your World|Mar 12

March 7, 2025

Soulton Road, Wem

Firefighters rush to scene after driver crashes into tree in Wem

March 3, 2025

Surface dressing in north Shropshire

Dozens of Shropshire roads to be resurfaced this year - including A41 and Whitchurch High Street

February 28, 2025

Surface dressing in north Shropshire

41 Shopshire roads set to be surface dressed this summer - some requiring road closures

February 19, 2025

The Bear Inn provides quality food and a place to stay afterwards

Shropshire Day 2025: Ten of Shropshire's best places to eat, from fine dining to fish and chips

February 18, 2025

Shropshire Council. Picture: LDRS

Date Shropshire local elections will take place - with 23 newly named divisions

Politics|Feb 18

February 15, 2025

Soulton Hall: A Tudor Literary Landmark (Blue Plaque)

"Well, this is the Forest of Arden": Bluebell walk at Soulton in Aid of Macmillan Cancer Support

Your World|Feb 15

Erkenwald depicted in a window at Wells Cathedral; the heads depict

A Reading of Erkenwald: The 'Pinnacle of Middle English Poetry' with local connections

Your World|Feb 15

February 12, 2025

Chef caught with crack cocaine during raid on Shropshire curry house is sentenced

February 9, 2025

Speed and parking restrictions proposed for outside Wem school

February 8, 2025

History group to host talk on the early development of Wem and Newport

Your World|Feb 8

Alfie Bennett, Callum Green, and Declan Wyke, learning in Wilfred Owen Primary School's 'forest school'. Picture: Steve Leath

Shropshire academy trust shortlisted for two national awards

February 6, 2025

Arron Bate has been given a five-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO), which means he cannot enter certain areas of Wem and Whitchurch, including shops. Photo: West Mercia Police

Man banned from north Shropshire street and stores after 'unacceptable' behaviour 'negatively impacts' locals

Wem Millennium Green

Wem Millennium Green Trust celebrates National Lottery funding

Your World|Feb 6

February 5, 2025

A teenager has been arrested after a number of attacks on cars in Birmingham

Police charge two men with string of burglaries in Shropshire

February 4, 2025

West Mercia Police officers have issued a warning.

Teenager charged with burglary offences after incidents in Shrewsbury and Wem

A photograph from the scene of the incident on Tuesday morning. Photo: Market Drayton and Whitchurch Police

Driver passing scene of bus crash arrested after 'strong smell of drugs' noticed by officers

A photograph from the scene of the incident on Tuesday morning. Photo: Market Drayton and Whitchurch Police

Crash between van and bus closes country road near Shropshire town

February 1, 2025

Firefighters lead three-hour search for lost Jack Russell in Shropshire village

January 31, 2025

Plans have been submitted for 100 homes to be built off Lowe Hill Road in Wem. Picture: Persimmon Homes

Councils object to plans for 100 new homes in Wem

Property|Jan 31

January 30, 2025

'Bird flu is once again posing a threat' - Minister's warning after outbreak in Shropshire

Hunters Crag in Lee Brockhurst has hit the market. Picture: Rightmove and Cooper Green Pooks.

Countryside home with beautiful views and pigsty that could be converted into annexe hits the market

January 29, 2025

Freedom Fibre Renews Sponsorship of North Shropshire Networking Groups.

Freedom Fibre renews sponsorship of North Shropshire networking groups

Your World|Jan 29

January 28, 2025

NFU welcomes 'prompt action' as one Shropshire business reveals impact of bird flu restrictions

January 24, 2025

Storm Éowyn in Shropshire: Fallen trees, hundreds of families hit by power cuts and flood alert issued

January 22, 2025

Free range chickens eating

Family speaks of 'devastating' bird flu outbreak at farm

Ballroom and sequence dance date for Wem Town Hall

Your World|Jan 22

January 21, 2025

Bird flu confirmed in Shropshire: Where is the 'protection zone', what are the rules and what has the Government said?

Bird flu case confirmed in Shropshire with 3km protection zone declared

January 17, 2025

Shrewsbury Crown Court

Judge decides fate of pit bull that bit police officer

January 9, 2025

The Duke William in Bewdley is one of the pubs open to applications

Pubs across West Midlands open to new licensees as pub chain asks for applications

January 6, 2025

Sam Kelly and Jamie Francis

Award winning folk duo and Britain's Got Talent finalists heading to Wem Town Hall

Your World|Jan 6

Vehicles seized on Mill Street, Wem

Two drivers caught breaking the law on same North Shropshire street within hours

January 5, 2025

'Be cautious' warning after overnight snowfall in Shropshire with yellow weather alert still in place

December 27, 2024

Shropshire's priciest properties: See some of the county homes on the market right now for over a million pounds

News|Dec 27, 2024

December 23, 2024

They're Off!

Charity wins in Wem as townsfolk take part in annual wheelbarrow race

Your World|Dec 23, 2024

December 10, 2024

North Shropshire MP Helen Morgan

Shropshire MP puts pressure on Government after Storm Darragh leaves thousands without power and water

News|Dec 10, 2024

December 9, 2024

Sam Russell from the Network with Mia, and her winning design

Young Mia’s card is a festive winner

Your World|Dec 9, 2024

December 4, 2024

The case was heard at Shrewsbury Crown Court.

Woman whose 'danger dog Dior' caused 'significant' injuries to police officer in Wem faces sentencing

News|Dec 4, 2024

December 1, 2024

A vehicle was seized in Prees. Picture: West Mercia Police

Cars seized by police in Prees and Much Wenlock after being driven with no tax or MOT

News|Dec 1, 2024

West Mercia Police

Police stop motorists for antisocial driving in Wem and issue warnings

News|Dec 1, 2024

Gator Lubricants Ltd has been given the go ahead to expand at Wem Business Park. Picture: Google

Wem business granted permission to expand with commercial building to be constructed

News|Dec 1, 2024

November 29, 2024

Police officers carrying out speed checks today. Picture: West Mercia Police.

Police catch 23 motorists speeding and report six drivers during speed checks across Shropshire

News|Nov 29, 2024