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Mind-blowing marathon hero crosses the line for twelfth run in 12 days - raising thousands for charity

While most of the country was enjoying a relaxing Christmas morning, one Shropshire man was embarking on a phenomenal challenge to run 12 marathons in 12 days.

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Telford road to close for 19 days for installation of new pedestrian crossing

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Parents share support for plan to move and expand 'fantastic' Newport nursery which is 'let down by its location'

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Fire crews tackle burning car in A5 layby near Shrewsbury

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Shropshire fire crews called out to three late-night crashes

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Telford firefighters battle blaze which spread from log store to home

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Landslip at Gobowen impacts busy rail route into Shrewsbury

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Fire crews tackle burning car in A5 layby near Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury skipper Carl Winchester pays tribute to his nearest and dearest after 500th game

Dan Morris: Easter eggs already? Too early for this sugar rush

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Plan for 14 homes near Welshpool given the go-ahead

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Shropshire MP to kick off new year Parliamentary work by leading debate on NHS backlogs

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Telford shoplifter fined after stealing bedding from Matalan

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Six-month closure of south Shropshire footpath due to damage after Storm Darragh

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Community council objects to plans for a dozen new homes near Llanymynech

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History talk: Welsh and English place-names in medieval Oswestry

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Telford schoolgirl raises over £1,300 for cancer charity

Your World|Jan 4

New musical director for Oswestry choir will bring 'wealth of experience'

Your World|Jan 4

Telford College students raise over £1,000 for Hope House

Your World|Jan 4

A cut above the rest: Shropshire barber takes the crown

Your World|Jan 4

Staffordshire farm attraction shortlisted to be named UK’s best

Your World|Jan 4

Shropshire County Show is ready to celebrate 150 years in 2025

Shropshire Farming Talk: Improving lamb survival

Caernarfon announced as the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society’s 2025 feature county

Law expert urges farmers to avoid rash decisions after 'wave of panic'

The Radnor and West Hereford Hunt marked its 163rd year with a meet in Kington town centre on Boxing Day.

Penybont Young Farmer’s Club’s After Dark Tractor Run has raised about £3,500 for two charities.

West Midlands set to welcome 2025 LAMMA Show

Shropshire Farming Talk: Ensuring resilience and prosperity for British farming in 2025

Welsh Farmers to take part in Day of Unity to stop the family farm tax

Shrewsbury skipper Carl Winchester pays tribute to his nearest and dearest after 500th game

Carl Winchester paid tribute to his friends and family back in Ireland after reaching 500 professional appearances on Saturday.

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Steve Bull: Wolves end 2024 in style ahead of a big 2025

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'You know what... I think they'll stay up' - Richie Wellens on Shrewsbury's survival chances

Sport|9 hours ago

Gareth Ainsworth reacts as Shrewsbury Town's unbeaten run comes to an end

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Shrewsbury Town FC|Jan 4

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AFC Telford United|Jan 1

Telford boss offers apology

AFC Telford United|Jan 1

AFC Telford United boss rues missed opportunities

Sport|Dec 31, 2024

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Steve Bull: Wolves end 2024 in style ahead of a big 2025

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Wolves boss makes captaincy decision

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Wolves defender keen to avoid complacency

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Shrewsbury Town FC|Jan 1

Ollie Westbury on Shrewsbury's draw with Northampton

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Ollie Westbury on Shrewsbury's 1-0 win over Lincoln City

Shrewsbury Town FC|Dec 26, 2024

Ollie Westbury on Shrewsbury's pre-Lincoln press conference

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Shrewsbury Town FC|Dec 14, 2024

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Dan Morris: Easter eggs already? Too early for this sugar rush

The Easter eggs are already in the shops. The world has gone mad.

Entertainment|15 hours ago

Find out how you could see the spectacular Shrewsbury Sabrina boat lift - while earning a few quid

News|15 hours ago

Step off the train and walk into a Codsall pub full of character

News|15 hours ago

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Your World|Jan 4

A talk about birds was the theme of the latest Beulah Thursday Club meeting

Ellesmere Greek restaurant to close 'with heavy heart' after nine 'adventurous' years

Caernarfon announced as the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society’s 2025 feature county

Telford shoplifter fined after stealing bedding from Matalan

News|15 hours ago

Police appeal after bungling burglars fail in attempt to steal vehicle keys at Bridgnorth house

Police seize two motorbikes being ridden antisocially on the Long Mynd - two men reported for no insurance

Shoplifter steals 28 times in Ludlow, swiping clothes, booze and goods worth more than £2,300 combined

Teenage drug dealer admits peddling cocaine and cannabis in Newport

Police release image of man they want to speak to in connection with 'dog attack' on woman in Oswestry

Plans lodged for new Costa Coffee drive-thru on former Shrewsbury Sentinel Works site

Company completes sale of Telford site set to house Lidl and Costa

Harper Adams launches two new business courses

Ellesmere Greek restaurant to close 'with heavy heart' after nine 'adventurous' years

Global food company partners with Telford College to train engineers

Business Picks|Jan 3

Laura Ashley acquired by Ben Sherman owner Marquee Brands

Parents share support for plan to move and expand 'fantastic' Newport nursery which is 'let down by its location'

News|15 hours ago

Telford College students raise over £1,000 for Hope House

Your World|Jan 4

Partnership to address community challenges in Shropshire

'Happy, caring staff welcome children' - Pre-school in Oswestry praised by Ofsted in glowing report

Wolves Foundation students 'go Dutch' with memorable enrichment

Your World|Jan 2

Revealed: The best 20 primary schools in Shropshire for pupils reaching 'expected standards'

News|Dec 31, 2024

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Shropshire MP to kick off new year Parliamentary work by leading debate on NHS backlogs

News|15 hours ago

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Winding up of ill fated Heart of Wales Property Service has started

MP's concerns over conditions at Cosford airbase

Albrighton and Cosford|Jan 3

Tourism businesses urged to have their say on visitor tax plans before consultation ends