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With more than a million new homes planned by 2035, could Shropshire be set for one of UK's 'next generation' new towns?

Plans to build more than a million new homes in the UK may put Shropshire in the frame for a planned new town.

Shrewsbury's new Riverside development is part of ongoing regeneration work in the town

Steve Grice of UKSE, James Russell and Tony Greenfield, both of Webster-Wilkinson, with Mike Lowe, UKSE

New jobs to be created in Telford after manufacturer secures six-figure investment

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How volunteers brought a beloved Shropshire working farm back to life after four years in the wilderness

As part of Shropshire Council's surface dressing programme, the A488 near Pontesbury will be closed for one day and overnight for two nights throughout May. Photo: Google

Night-time closures planned for A-road near Shrewsbury - with 49-mile diversion in place

Owners of Ellesmere's Black Lion Hotel thank customers after 'incredible' opening week

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Shrewsbury Crown Court

Shropshire sex pest, 71, cried after molesting child and groped 'vulnerable' disabled woman

Old Mill antiques, Bridgnorth,Wartime memorabilia - with John Ridgway - timely for VE Day. Pictured , Kevin Sharp.

Bridgnorth antiques shop creates Second World War-themed display for VE Day anniversary

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9 of the most popular ice creams and lollies of the 60s, 70s and 80s which we've loved and lost

Wilkin desperate to end his play-off hoodoo with AFC Telford United

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Pictured getting into the Blitz spirit is Adrienne Taylor, events and regeneration officer with Wellington Town Council.

Wellington 'comes together to honour the bravery and sacrifice' as it prepares to mark milestone VE Day in style

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Shropshire's 'green economy' set to grow to £1.3 billion over next five years - according to new figures

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Staff and children at Kids Planet Apley celebrate their latest Ofsted report.

Telford nursery that was slated by Ofsted is upgraded from 'inadequate' grading to 'good' across the board

Pupils from Castlefields Primary School, Bridgnorth get their trainers ready for the Bridgnorth Walk.

More than 100 primary pupils step forward for Bridgnorth Walk to raise money for railway landslip

The Museum of Iron with its distinctive clock tower. Picture: Google Maps

Urgent work takes place at one of Ironbridge Gorge's most important buildings

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Telford food store applies to keep fridge extension built without planning permission

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Dave Edwards: Barnsley win key to providing Shrewsbury fans with some cheer

The win at Oakwell was much-needed for Shrewsbury as they managed to break free from their winless run.

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9 of the most popular ice creams and lollies of the 60s, 70s and 80s which we've loved and lost

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How volunteers brought a beloved Shropshire working farm back to life after four years in the wilderness

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Shrewsbury Crown Court

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