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October 30, 2024

Explained – why a little weekend exercise can help you beat off dementia

October 28, 2024

'Journalism Matters – and this is why' – Message from editor Mark Drew

Opinions|Oct 28

October 18, 2024

My views on sinister AI, clever AI and a problem for witches on broomsticks – Peter Rhodes

Peter Rhodes|Oct 18

October 9, 2024

'Break a leg!' – Find out why the West Midlands may become a centre for musical theatre

October 8, 2024

I waited two years to watch Peter Kay in Birmingham – and it was fantastic

Theatre & Comedy|Oct 8

October 6, 2024

'Flying from Birmingham Airport? Here are my top tips to save money'

Transport|Oct 6

October 5, 2024

'Our summer of fun in pictures' – Competiton winners show off West Midlands and Shropshire

Environment|Oct 5

September 25, 2024

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Business|Sep 25

September 16, 2024

Calling all schools! Be part of the Shropshire Star's Back to School souvenir picture special

Education|Sep 16

September 7, 2024

'I was asked to come up with eight songs that defined my life' - Mark Drew braves Inside Tracks on Wolverhampton's WCR radio

Nostalgia|Sep 7

September 3, 2024

60 years on: 14 fascinating photographs of Shropshire from 1964

Nostalgia|Sep 3

September 2, 2024

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September 1, 2024

'I've seen Molineux from most positions – heading up to the roof should complete the set!' - Wolves' legend John Richards prepares for daring abseil challenge

Black Country|Sep 1

August 5, 2024

Peter Rhodes on grandparenting, instant riches and Tarzan, the intervener

Peter Rhodes|Aug 5

July 27, 2024

Cineworld cinemas to close six branches – find out those affected

Business|Jul 27

July 25, 2024

Academics urge government to mitigate 'disorderly exit' by one or more universities

Education|Jul 25

July 20, 2024

How to get a free Morrisons breakfast and save on great days out

Cost of living|Jul 20

July 16, 2024

Star Comment: Why Labour must tackle NHS, social care and hospice crisis

July 15, 2024

'I just got on with it' – Inspirational story of one of the first black officers at West Midlands Police

In-depth|Jul 15

July 9, 2024

Peter Rhodes on power, policies and the quiet dignity of a beaten PM’s wife

Peter Rhodes|Jul 9

July 1, 2024

15 sizzling pictures from the past of Shropshire in the summer

Nostalgia|Jul 1

June 27, 2024

'Overcrowded and overpriced – and as for the toilets, take a hazmat suit' – your views on Avanti West Coast

Transport|Jun 27

June 24, 2024

'I live in a nice part of town, but the menace of knife crime is all around me'

Sir Keir Starmer's pledge on killer machetes and zombie knives

June 14, 2024

Cadbury World unveils a Jude Bellingham shirt, made from equivalent of 578 standard Dairy Milk bars

Business|Jun 14

Why universities are furious at Rishi Sunak's attack on 'worthless' degrees

Education|Jun 14

June 10, 2024

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Business|Jun 10

'We don't trust you': Readers provide their damning verdict on politicians in charge

General Election 2024|Jun 10

Comment: Why and where has it all gone wrong? Where has the trust and credibility in politics gone?

General Election 2024|Jun 10

June 6, 2024

My memories of an emotional Normandy visit with veterans who saw action

Nostalgia|Jun 6

Important milestone for site listing key public notices in your neighbourhood

Environment|Jun 6

June 3, 2024

Amazing story of William Buckland – Dinosaur genius had an appetite for destruction

Nostalgia|Jun 3

Have your say: Tell us what you think about the UK as General Election campaigning continues

General Election 2024|Jun 3

'My day trip to Paris for less than £70 - here's how I did it'

Cost of living|Jun 3

May 30, 2024

Playing it safe and playing the fool – how party leaders are approaching the general election

General Election 2024|May 30

May 24, 2024

So what happens when the Prime Minister says he is stopping by?

Politics|May 24

PM makes his pitch to stay on at Number 10

Politics|May 24

May 21, 2024

Thousands to cheer on Team GB Olympic at fan zones – find out your nearest one

May 20, 2024

Virgin Trains could be back on our tracks – find out why

Transport|May 20

May 7, 2024

Find out what will happen to house prices across the West Midlands in the next five years

Cost of living|May 7

April 30, 2024

Seven priorities for Wolverhampton University as it aims to grow in the next five years

Education|Apr 30

April 15, 2024

Champions! Inspirational Wolves team picks up Premiership title in style at St George's Park

March 27, 2024

Wolves is the butt of the joke as I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue lands at the Grand Theatre

Theatre & Comedy|Mar 27

March 11, 2024

Money Saving Amy: Go wild with offer on Safari Park family fun

Cost of living|Mar 11

The dubious links between Dickens, Shakespeare and landmark West Midlands church

Nostalgia|Mar 11

March 4, 2024

Happy ending at last to the 14-month Bridgnorth Cliff Railway saga

Bridgnorth|Mar 4

February 26, 2024

Fancy having your artwork put on display? Here's how you can join the Shrewsbury Arts Trail

Shrewsbury|Feb 26

February 21, 2024

From fanfare to letdown: History of Shrewsbury-to-London direct line

Transport|Feb 21

February 19, 2024

13 pictures reveal incredible scale of HS2 project in the West Midlands

Transport|Feb 19

February 5, 2024

Meet Bob – the critter that shows spring is on the way

Environment|Feb 5