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Telford home damaged days before Christmas after tumble dryer goes up in flames

A tumble dryer went up in flames at a house in Telford.

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West Midlands business leaders back call for M54 link road

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Telford challenge runner is taking on 12 marathons in 12 days of Christmas for charity

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

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

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

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'It was outstanding to be backed by my own community' - Telford 21-year-old battling cancer grateful for donor drive

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The National Trust's best wintery walks to enjoy in Shropshire and nearby

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

A carpenter who got so drunk during a works night out that he caused a scene with passengers, staff and police at Shrewsbury railway station has been sentenced at court.

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

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

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

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

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£30,000 worth of potato fungicide chemicals stolen from Telford farm

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Shifnal business targets more joy after successful 2024

An investment in high tech equipment has helped a Shifnal business to enjoy one of its most successful years.

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Team will continue to work round the clock over Christmas

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

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