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Heartbreaking appeal for family of Bridgnorth mum-of-three who died suddenly aged 27 days before Christmas

An appeal has been set up to help the husband and three children of a young Bridgnorth mum and former West Midlands Police officer who died suddenly a week before Christmas.

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Watch: Hundreds of Christmas Day runners spotted in Shropshire, including turkeys, Santa and festive trees

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Good news for Shrewsbury as restaurant owner commits to another three years at Exo Poli

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'Precious princess' and 'best present ever': Meet Shropshire's Christmas Day babies

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Here are my prizes for Shropshire's best public transport services - and best-kept travel secrets

Transport|2 hours ago

Two Shropshire groups handed more than £500k in Levelling Up money to help reopen long-lost village pubs

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Nine of Birmingham Airport's hottest 2025 holiday destinations unveiled by Jet 2 as airline prepares for its 'biggest ever' summer

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'Is it government policy is to destroy the countryside?' - Your Letters: December 26

West Brom begin life without Carlos Corberan - as search for successor begins

Nine of Birmingham Airport's hottest 2025 holiday destinations unveiled by Jet 2 as airline prepares for its 'biggest ever' summer

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Impressive Shropshire farmhouse with separate holiday cottage and countryside views hits the market

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Shropshire Farming Talk: The ammonia emissions trial that will save the pig sector millions

Farming|2 hours ago

Collaboration key for future of Shropshire town centres, say business chiefs

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Shropshire Hills wildlife appeal smashes through £138k target on Christmas Day

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32 fun and festive photos of school and nursery nativity stars in Shropshire

Education|Dec 25

Shropshire butchers work day and night to deliver turkeys for Christmas Day

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Team will continue to work round the clock over Christmas

Your World|Dec 24

Rotary president thanks community for their kindness

Your World|Dec 24

Talking Point with Vicky Turrell: 'How could I click on a piece of paper?'

Your World|Dec 24

Whitchurch WI get creative at festive wreath-making workshop

Your World|Dec 23

Christmas joy as community gardening group win funding

Your World|Dec 23

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

Your World|Dec 23

Shropshire Farming Talk: The ammonia emissions trial that will save the pig sector millions

Farming|2 hours ago

Call to join the GWCT Big Farmland Bird Count

Farming|23 hours ago

How UK farmers are using digital technology

Farming|23 hours ago

Forage analysis is vital for correct ewe nutrition

Applications for life-changing Scholarships open next month

Tenant farm sector remains stable, says report

Arnaud's in running for top award at LAMMA

Shropshire Farming Talk: What action can be taken to protect family farms for the future?

RAGT wheats gain full UK approval on AHDB’s 2025/26 Recommended List

Another great year at the showground and high hopes for 2025

Shrewsbury v Lincoln: Salop look to build on late Wigan momentum

Shrewsbury Town head into their game against Lincoln on Boxing Day with momentum after the point at Wigan on Saturday.

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Wolves v Man United preview: Vitor Pereira faces a selection dilemma

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Former West Brom boss has faith Daryl Dike can make full West Brom comeback

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Ryan Bennett Day: An afternoon Wolves fans will never forget

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Newcastle v Aston Villa: Unai Emery aims to end 20 years of hurt on Tyneside

Aston Villa|2 hours ago

'I am well aware of it' - Gareth Ainsworth frustrated by early Shrewsbury habit

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AFC Telford United strikers set a challenge amid transfer hunt

Shrewsbury Town FC

Shrewsbury v Lincoln: Salop look to build on late Wigan momentum

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'I am well aware of it' - Gareth Ainsworth frustrated by early Shrewsbury habit

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Shrewsbury v Lincoln: Who's out and who's a doubt

AFC Telford United

AFC Telford United strikers set a challenge amid transfer hunt

Big-match preview: Boxing Day serves up a big clash at the top for AFC Telford

Kevin Wilkin hails AFC Telford United midfielder on return to the team

Wolverhampton Wanderers FC

Ryan Bennett Day: An afternoon Wolves fans will never forget

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Wolves v Man United preview: Vitor Pereira faces a selection dilemma

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Wolves forward urged to do more after recall to the team

Ollie Westbury on Shrewsbury's pre-Lincoln press conference

Shrewsbury Town video|Dec 23

Wigan 2 Shrewsbury 2 - Ollie Westbury analysis

Shrewsbury Town FC|Dec 21

Ollie Westbury analyses another hammering for Shrewsbury Town

Shrewsbury Town FC|Dec 14

Ollie Westbury previews Shrewsbury's clash with Wycombe

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Cambridge 4 Shrewsbury 1 - Ollie Westbury analysis

Shrewsbury Town FC|Dec 7

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Nine of Birmingham Airport's hottest 2025 holiday destinations unveiled by Jet 2 as airline prepares for its 'biggest ever' summer

Jet2 has revealed nine of its top favourite destinations for holiday goers travelling from Birmingham Airport ahead of its 'biggest' summer programme yet.

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Good news for Shrewsbury as restaurant owner commits to another three years at Exo Poli

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Watch: We make two simple and delicious cocktails to impress friends and family over the festive season

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27 fun but tricky Christmas pub quiz questions for all the family - can you answer them?

13 of the best music themed 'Ugly Jumpers' for Christmas 2024

Christmas Songs: 11 misheard Christmas lyrics named - and what the songs actually say

'A truly magical experience' Life-size nativity scene unveiled halfway up the Wrekin wins high praise

Man, 39, shot dead by armed police on Christmas Eve

UK News|18 hours ago

Carpenter who caused drunken ruckus at Shrewsbury railway station on works night out gets 'substantial' fine

Hundreds caught drink or drug driving this month as police reveal grim total is close to last year's already

Telford thief who assaulted six people including woman and police officer is jailed

Banned driver caught behind wheel of BMW in Telford landed with hefty fine

Salmon and prawns among stolen goods fished from store shelves by Telford shoplifter

Collaboration key for future of Shropshire town centres, say business chiefs

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Telford's Northwood targets further growth after strong 2024

Business|Dec 25

Shifnal business targets more joy after successful 2024

West Midlands business leaders back call for M54 link road

Team will continue to work round the clock over Christmas

Your World|Dec 24

New carpet, bed and flooring outlet opening in Shrewsbury this week

32 fun and festive photos of school and nursery nativity stars in Shropshire

Education|Dec 25

Council joins pilot to boost early years recruitment offering £1,000 to people who join sector for six months

'Too many SEND families are being let down' - MP says provision is under 'immense' pressure in Shropshire

Builth Wells Town Council could provide washing vouchers to help struggling families

Youngsters spread Christmas cheer in West Felton

Your World|Dec 21

Shifnal nursery which faced closure celebrates 30-year milestone by raising thousands of pounds for good cause

Knighton Town Council is calling for local politicians to support bus improvements

15.27 per cent increase for Llandrindod Wells Town Council's budget

Shropshire MPs Column - the latest from the county's representatives in Westminster

'Too many SEND families are being let down' - MP says provision is under 'immense' pressure in Shropshire

North Herefordshire MP speaks about flooding in the area

Peter Rhodes on hi-tech voting, dirty old coal and a joke that crossed the line