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Murder investigation launched at Shropshire prison after inmate discovered dead in cell

A murder investigation has been launched after an inmate was found dead at a Shropshire prison.

Supporting image for story: Murder investigation launched at Shropshire prison after inmate discovered dead in cell

Supporting image for story: Man accused of Shrewsbury murder appears in court via video link from prison

Man accused of Shrewsbury murder appears in court via video link from prison

Supporting image for story: Telford man tried to use petrol to clear his overgrown lawn and set distraught neighbour's house on fire

Telford man tried to use petrol to clear his overgrown lawn and set distraught neighbour's house on fire

Supporting image for story: Shutters go up at award-winning Shifnal Indian restaurant weeks after eviction notice was posted

Shutters go up at award-winning Shifnal Indian restaurant weeks after eviction notice was posted

Supporting image for story: We go behind the scenes with the West Midlands RAF Museum on its exciting mission to relocate an 'Aladdin's cave' of aviation heritage

We go behind the scenes with the West Midlands RAF Museum on its exciting mission to relocate an 'Aladdin's cave' of aviation heritage

Supporting image for story: Grandfather ‘disgusted’ in himself for neglect of toddler, murder trial hears

Grandfather ‘disgusted’ in himself for neglect of toddler, murder trial hears

Supporting image for story: Police issue update on raid of Shropshire high street bank by 'well-organised' criminal group

Police issue update on raid of Shropshire high street bank by 'well-organised' criminal group

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The National Garden Scheme’s annual fundraiser, the Great British Garden Party takes place this month

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Supporting image for story: Woman jailed after twice assaulting West Mercia Police officers following 'cry for help' attack on a shop TV

Woman jailed after twice assaulting West Mercia Police officers following 'cry for help' attack on a shop TV

Supporting image for story: New 'kitchen and fizz bar' to open in Shrewsbury very soon - and it's hiring

New 'kitchen and fizz bar' to open in Shrewsbury very soon - and it's hiring

Supporting image for story: Stunning Shropshire Petal Fields experiences 2025: Dates, tickets and all you need to know about the unique and beautiful flower field event

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Supporting image for story: House prices in West Midlands almost at significant milestone - see how they compare to the rest of the UK

House prices in West Midlands almost at significant milestone - see how they compare to the rest of the UK

Supporting image for story: Telford builder McPhillips launches £10m transport project with event for suppliers

Telford builder McPhillips launches £10m transport project with event for suppliers

Supporting image for story: 343-acre organic Shropshire dairy farm becomes second-most expensive property on the market in the county

343-acre organic Shropshire dairy farm becomes second-most expensive property on the market in the county

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Supporting image for story: Severn Trent creates new jobs and is on the hunt for skilled electricians and maintainers

Severn Trent creates new jobs and is on the hunt for skilled electricians and maintainers

Supporting image for story: Founders sell Planet Doughnut after eight years

Founders sell Planet Doughnut after eight years

Supporting image for story: Firms co-host Royal Three Counties Show drinks event

Firms co-host Royal Three Counties Show drinks event

Supporting image for story: Shropshire leisure centres introduce ‘Tiny Lungs, Big Impact’ to prioritise health of young children

Shropshire leisure centres introduce ‘Tiny Lungs, Big Impact’ to prioritise health of young children

Supporting image for story: MyWorkwear debuts dress from University of Wolverhampton fashion project

MyWorkwear debuts dress from University of Wolverhampton fashion project

Supporting image for story: Next Super Sunday Clean-up for Ludlow!

Next Super Sunday Clean-up for Ludlow!

Sport

Michael Appleton on Shrewsbury Town’s key tweak to summer recruitment

Addressing Shrewsbury Town’s ‘softness’ has been a key factor in Shrewsbury Town’s summer recruitment so far, says head coach Michael Appleton.

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Supporting image for story: Wolves chairman reveals 'mistake' and balance to be struck for next season

Wolves chairman reveals 'mistake' and balance to be struck for next season

Supporting image for story: Wolves chairman reveals plan to improve Molineux

Wolves chairman reveals plan to improve Molineux

Supporting image for story: I am surprised to see the Nelson Semedo situation drag on - Dave Edwards

I am surprised to see the Nelson Semedo situation drag on - Dave Edwards

Supporting image for story: Former Shrewsbury Town number one secures switch to League One Port Vale

Former Shrewsbury Town number one secures switch to League One Port Vale

Supporting image for story: Striker officially becomes a Wolves player in £23m deal

Striker officially becomes a Wolves player in £23m deal

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury Town: Michael Appleton outlines Salop League Two target

Shrewsbury Town: Michael Appleton outlines Salop League Two target

Shrewsbury Town FC

Supporting image for story: Michael Appleton on Shrewsbury Town’s key tweak to summer recruitment

Michael Appleton on Shrewsbury Town’s key tweak to summer recruitment

Supporting image for story: Former Shrewsbury Town number one secures switch to League One Port Vale

Former Shrewsbury Town number one secures switch to League One Port Vale

Supporting image for story: Dave Edwards: Three signings lay the foundations for Shrewsbury Town’s season

Dave Edwards: Three signings lay the foundations for Shrewsbury Town’s season

AFC Telford United

Supporting image for story: AFC Telford United striker pens new deal ahead of next season

AFC Telford United striker pens new deal ahead of next season

Supporting image for story: Former Wolves defender and AFC Telford boss lands new head coach role

Former Wolves defender and AFC Telford boss lands new head coach role

Supporting image for story: AFC Telford United survey results: Bucks deliver on fan expectation

AFC Telford United survey results: Bucks deliver on fan expectation

Wolverhampton Wanderers FC

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Wolves chairman reveals 'mistake' and balance to be struck for next season

Supporting image for story: Wolves chairman reveals plan to improve Molineux

Wolves chairman reveals plan to improve Molineux

Supporting image for story: I am surprised to see the Nelson Semedo situation drag on - Dave Edwards

I am surprised to see the Nelson Semedo situation drag on - Dave Edwards

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Shrewsbury Town 1 Crawley Town 2 - Luke Powell analysis

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The National Garden Scheme’s annual fundraiser, the Great British Garden Party takes place this month

The National Garden Scheme’s annual fundraiser, the Great British Garden Party takes place this month

Supporting image for story: The National Garden Scheme’s annual fundraiser, the Great British Garden Party takes place this month

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

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

Supporting image for story: Booking is open for this year's Presteigne Festival, which is committed to the work of living composers

Booking is open for this year's Presteigne Festival, which is committed to the work of living composers

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: Shutters go up at award-winning Shifnal Indian restaurant weeks after eviction notice was posted

Shutters go up at award-winning Shifnal Indian restaurant weeks after eviction notice was posted

Supporting image for story: Next Super Sunday Clean-up for Ludlow!

Next Super Sunday Clean-up for Ludlow!

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: New 'kitchen and fizz bar' to open in Shrewsbury very soon - and it's hiring

New 'kitchen and fizz bar' to open in Shrewsbury very soon - and it's hiring

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Yellow Ribbon welcomes 200,000 visitors at Halfway House with eco-friendly upgrade

Supporting image for story: Market Drayton ‘In Bloom’ Gardening Competition 2025 – enter now!

Market Drayton ‘In Bloom’ Gardening Competition 2025 – enter now!

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Flower club's 'Festival of Colour' a great success!

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Jazz Nights are back at Wem Town Hall

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Behind the Spice: A conversation with Julia Roberts, founder of the Ginger & Spice Festival

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Market Drayton Tigers FC: More than just football

Crime

Supporting image for story: Murder investigation launched at Shropshire prison after inmate discovered dead in cell

Murder investigation launched at Shropshire prison after inmate discovered dead in cell

Supporting image for story: Police seeking two young males who rode an off-road bike in a "dangerous manner' during Shifnal Carnival

Police seeking two young males who rode an off-road bike in a "dangerous manner' during Shifnal Carnival

Supporting image for story: Police issue update on raid of Shropshire high street bank by 'well-organised' criminal group

Police issue update on raid of Shropshire high street bank by 'well-organised' criminal group

Supporting image for story: Grandfather ‘disgusted’ in himself for neglect of toddler, murder trial hears

Grandfather ‘disgusted’ in himself for neglect of toddler, murder trial hears

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Powys police are investigating after a person was airlifted to hospital following a crash involving a motorcycle and a van

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Car seized by police in Telford after being found without valid tax or MOT

Business

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Oswestry Town Council offers £5k grants to bring empty shops back into use

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Severn Trent creates new jobs and is on the hunt for skilled electricians and maintainers

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Founders sell Planet Doughnut after eight years

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Firms co-host Royal Three Counties Show drinks event

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MyWorkwear debuts dress from University of Wolverhampton fashion project

Supporting image for story: New 'kitchen and fizz bar' to open in Shrewsbury very soon - and it's hiring

New 'kitchen and fizz bar' to open in Shrewsbury very soon - and it's hiring

Education

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Storytelling Stars – Brynhafren pupils dazzle in Book Slam final

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MyWorkwear debuts dress from University of Wolverhampton fashion project

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Students raise thousands for local charities through inspiring fundraising efforts

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Newport school crowned litter-picking champions in borough challenge

Supporting image for story: Watch: Shropshire school pupils launch Lego man into space - before the tracker sends them a curveball

Watch: Shropshire school pupils launch Lego man into space - before the tracker sends them a curveball

Supporting image for story: Shropshire builder wins £2m contract for new Condover College building in Shrewsbury

Shropshire builder wins £2m contract for new Condover College building in Shrewsbury

Motors

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Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle and Kombi gain new electric variants

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Kia announces prices and specifications for new EV4 and updated Sportage

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Nearly quarter of UK car owners believe that washing an EV could cause an electric shock – survey

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UK Drive: Does the Suzuki S-Cross fit into the overcrowded world of SUVs?

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Ferrari reveals 296 GT3 Evo racer at this year’s 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps endurance race