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David Tooley

Senior Reporter

Senior reporter at the Shropshire Star, focusing on the south of the county. Got a story? Get in touch at david.tooley@mnamedia.co.uk.

November 1, 2024

'They will struggle': Shropshire GP fears job cuts after Budget National Insurance hike

Rush hour crash on busy Shrewsbury road

'And now... no car' - Here's why a Telford driver was left with no motor

Surge in hare coursing and poaching in rural Shropshire - this is what police are doing about it

Budget 2024: How much social housing rents will rise and why one Shropshire region boss thinks it's a good thing

Fears raised over homes plan near 'narrow Telford road with hairpin bend'

Volunteers sought as date for beavers' arrival in Shrewsbury comes closer

When it comes to the crunch this is why a royal visit means so much to Market Drayton biscuit makers

Telford removal man who stole £45,000 clock and mirror set from house avoids jail

October 31, 2024

'Quick action': Driver drug tested and arrested near Telford

Shrewsbury's 'worst road' has been resurfaced but more closures are needed - here's why

Police appeal to help find man, 23, from Mid Wales

Two teenagers charged with attempted murder after Telford stabbing

Shrewsbury Labour MP welcomes ‘hugely positive’ Budget

'We've been conned out of thousands, don't let it be you too': Shrewsbury couple's warning over spray foam insulation

Man, 70, facing indecent images and extreme pornography charges found dead before court appearance

Telford drug driver who 'didn't realise cocaine was in his system next day' handed long ban

Oswestry charity celebrates share of £1million fund

Oswestry|Oct 31

October 30, 2024

'Some extra noise' as next eight week stage of Shrewsbury's Riverside demolition starts - this is what is happening

Shrewsbury|Oct 30

Charges withdrawn after man, 70, facing court action is found dead near Oswestry

Met Office forecast reveals what weather has in store for Halloween and the weekend in Shropshire

Environment|Oct 30

Drink driver admits 'stupid mistake' after getting behind wheel following row

Two men deny Telford home burglary of cash and gold bracelet

Driver who raced at high speed through residential areas on Shropshire/Staffordshire border awaits sentence

Bridgnorth|Oct 30

Telford man to face a crown court judge over sexual assault charges

October 29, 2024

Concerns raised after teenager rushed to hospital with multiple stab wounds following Telford incident

New care home plan revealed for Newport next to pub, hotel and garden centre

Ludlow residents demand bus timetable fix as councillors 'inundated' with complaints

We spoke to Shrewsbury voters on their hopes and fears for Labour's first Budget in 14 years

Politics|Oct 29

'Lightbulb moments helped me make sense of my life': Telford police officer opens up about his ADHD

Wellington|Oct 29

Ludlow Peace Memorial square to get spruced up ahead of Remembrance Sunday

The 'quiet' firework display taking place for Oswestry Bonfire Night

Oswestry entertainment|Oct 29

October 28, 2024

Fine doubled for man, 55, who assaulted Telford shopping centre security guard

October 27, 2024

Man to stand trial after pleading not guilty to sexual touching of girl in Telford

Judge calls for pre-sentence report after man, 23, admits inciting a child for sex

October 26, 2024

Shrewsbury shoplifter handed conditional discharge after magistrates hear her circumstances

83-year-old driver who didn't realise his wife's car had cloned number plates is sentenced

Ludlow Dog Day organisers step away with no guarantee that they'll be coming back - here's why

October 25, 2024

'Keep out of trouble': Drunk who went on a rant in Telford is sentenced by magistrates with strict warning

'Panic mode': Shirehall staff told to work from home as Shropshire Council bids to save money

Politics|Oct 25

Prison beckons for 'professional shoplifting pair' who targeted Telford from Birmingham

'My relative fell victim to 'Hi Mum/Dad' scam' – police officer in Telford issues warning

Leegomery|Oct 25

'Time for better paternity leave and pay for new dads': Telford MP sets tone in Westminster debate

Business|Oct 25

Car crashes into electricity pole near Whitchurch sending cables flying across the road

October 24, 2024

Man and sheep released from being tangled up in electric fence

Museums trust confirms reason why one of its historic old buildings has been put on the property market

Features|Oct 24

October 23, 2024

'£108,000 damage': Drug user 'smashed up beautiful family cottage' in Telford to repay debts

Extra jail time for Telford shoplifter who bit security guard in 'aggressive' Shrewsbury incident

'No arrests' after anonymous call stops Bridgnorth school bus in its tracks - police

Education|Oct 23

Drink driver, 70, thanks emergency services for their help after crashing on Shropshire B road

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