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Work to impose speed reduction outside high school in Market Drayton scheduled to begin next week

Work will begin next week to introduce a speed reduction outside Market Drayton's high school to improve safety for children.

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Homelands Park Estate in Ketley Bank. Photo: Google

Expansion plan for Telford caravan park home estate

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The Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service.

Firefighters rush to early morning car fire on England/Wales border

Danielle, Gavin and Duke will take on the Three Peaks Challenge in May.

Couple and their one-year-old Labrador gearing up for Three Peaks Challenge in aid of specialist college

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The A442 from Telford to Bridgnorth

'It's just getting worse' - Transport firms counting the cost of pothole repairs on West Midlands roads

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Works on Cheshire Street in Market Drayton.

Delight for civic leaders as 'overdue' roadworks begin in Market Drayton - but more needs to be done

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Shropshire dog owners warned after reports of 'livestock worrying'

Grade II listed Dodecote Grange in Childs Ercall. Picture: Rightmove/Savills.

Farmhouse steeped in history with a lake and Italian garden becomes the latest £1 million property on the market

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Helen Morgan MP cuts the ribbon and officially opens the new banking hub in Whitchurch.

'Every town should have adequate in-person banking facilities' - MP speaks out after new hub opens in Whitchurch

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The new shop has opened in Waterloo Terrace. Photo: Mark Robinson/Google

Exciting new women's clothing shop opens in Bridgnorth

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St Peter and St Paul's Church, Newport. Photo: Cunliffes

'Essential' repairs to take place to preserve rotting Newport church

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Peter Rhodes on secret justice, fancy-dress drama and keeping an eye on an island

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Left to right: Beth McGowan, SICF and Steph Smith, Lingen Davies.

Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival: Lingen Davies chosen as designated charity for SICF 2025

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Jamie Smith (front) with the Loopfest team of volunteers.

Loopfest: One month until Loopfest four - the biggest inner city music festival in the West Midlands

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Reader Picture: Meet Bear the therapy dog for Telford hospice

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Lizzie Phillips pictured reading the Shropshire Star's first edition

Reader Picture: A pair of Shropshire Stars!

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Receiving their RJAH Stars certificates are Fred Jones (centre left) and Mark Grainger (centre right). In the presentation party are, from left, Ward Managers Lauren Hutchinson and Katy Coulson, Deputy Chief Executive Mike Carr and Matron Hannah Cheeseman.

Healthcare assistants recognised for compassionate care with RJAH Stars Award

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Michael Appleton has sympathy for Shrewsbury chairman after takeover collapses

Roland Wycherley is ‘gutted’ that Shrewsbury Town’s takeover has fallen through, says head coach Michael Appleton.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers v West Ham United – Premier League – Molineux Stadium

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On tour in Japan. Sam Morsy middle of the back row in between staff members Bob Fisher and Rob Sharp, with Kyle Bennett on his left and then Nathan Rooney.

How it all began at Wolves for Ipswich Town's World Cup man Sam Morsy

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Shrewsbury Town debrief: Wycombe point small consolation after damaging week

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Tony Mowbray details summer update with West Brom board

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Shrewsbury Town: Player ratings after goalless draw at Wycombe

Tony Mowbray watched on in Solihull as Albion under-21s lost an PL Cup quarter-final tie against QPR 3-2. Pic: Gareth Evans Photography.

'If they can't learn off him': Tony Mowbray praise as West Brom boss runs rule over young Baggies talent

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Michael Appleton has sympathy for Shrewsbury chairman after takeover collapses

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Shrewsbury Town debrief: Wycombe point small consolation after damaging week

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AFC Telford United

Harry Hawkins trudges off after his red card against Barwell on Saturday (Picture: Kieren Griffin Photography)

Derby County loanee's red card brings out the best in AFC Telford

Ola Lawal reacts after scoring AFC Telford United's second goal in their 3-0 victory Barwell on Saturday (Picture: Kieren Griffin Photography)

AFC Telford boss praises Bucks for adapting to reshuffle

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AFC Telford United|Mar 30

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Wolverhampton Wanderers v West Ham United – Premier League – Molineux Stadium

"To see the passion drives us" - Wolves match-winner hails Molineux win

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On tour in Japan. Sam Morsy middle of the back row in between staff members Bob Fisher and Rob Sharp, with Kyle Bennett on his left and then Nathan Rooney.

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Liam Keen comment: This passionate, united Wolves team is closing in on safety

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Ollie Westbury

Ollie Westbury analyses Shrewsbury's point at promotion chasing Wycombe

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Shrewsbury Town FC|Mar 31

Wolves legend Steve Bull is celebrating his 60th birthday. He chats to Liam Keen.

Steve Bull at 60: Bully's 6 most memorable goals for Wolves

Wolves legend Steve Bull is celebrating his 60th birthday. He chats to Nathan Judah.

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Llandrindod Wells Museum appeals for unwanted cycle parts for fundraising event

The UK’s National Cycle Museum in Llandrindod Wells is appealing for unwanted cycle parts of all ages that are in good condition

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Last’s year’s Cycle Jumble organised by the National Cycle Museum

Frankly Farm Tours in Broseley, run by John Franklin-Hackett and wife Natalie, is set for expansion. Photo: Jamie Ricketts

Broseley farm celebrates third birthday with new café and car park after 'amazing demand'

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Kington Choral Society. Pic by Simon Lee Photography

Kington Choral Society will be performing Sir John Stainer’s The Crucifixion at a Kington church just before Easter

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Left to right: Beth McGowan, SICF and Steph Smith, Lingen Davies.

Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival: Lingen Davies chosen as designated charity for SICF 2025

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Jamie Smith (front) with the Loopfest team of volunteers.

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'How fast were you really going? - Teen motorist accused of killing girlfriend, 17, in Shropshire crash gives evidence at trial

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The A442 from Telford to Bridgnorth

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Work to impose speed reduction outside high school in Market Drayton scheduled to begin next week

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