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Interim report highlights safety system faults in fatal Powys train collision

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch has published its interim report into the head-on collision between two Transport for Wales passenger trains in Powys.

Impact of Greyfriars Bridge closure acknowledged as Shrewsbury BID calls for pause on planned work

Shropshire Council has acknowledged the significant impact closing Greyfriars Bridge in Shrewsbury for essential maintenance will have on the town, with Shrewsbury BID calling for the planned work to be paused.

Fire crews release casualty trapped in vehicle following incident near Ellesmere

Emergency services were called to a collision involving a single vehicle near Ellesmere this morning.

Rail services resume between Shrewsbury and Hereford following culvert repair

Rail services between Shrewsbury and Hereford have resumed this morning, following the successful repair of a collapsed culvert.
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Impact of Greyfriars Bridge closure acknowledged as Shrewsbury BID calls for pause on planned work

Shropshire Council has acknowledged the significant impact closing Greyfriars Bridge in Shrewsbury for essential maintenance will have on the town, with Shrewsbury BID calling for the planned work to be paused.
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Fire crews release casualty trapped in vehicle following incident near Ellesmere

Emergency services were called to a collision involving a single vehicle near Ellesmere this morning.
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Rail services resume between Shrewsbury and Hereford following culvert repair

Rail services between Shrewsbury and Hereford have resumed this morning, following the successful repair of a collapsed culvert.
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Fallen electric cable sparks fires near Childs Ercall

Firefighters were called to an incident near Childs Ercall yesterday evening after a fallen electric cable caused five separate fires in the open.
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Abandoned vehicles removed from Telford business park

Abandoned vehicles on a business park have been swiftly removed by Telford & Wrekin Council and the area tidied up.

Shropshire Armed Forces Outreach Project honoured with award

The Shropshire Armed Forces Outreach Project is celebrating a significant achievement after being awarded the prestigious Public Service Champion Award.

Shifnal prepares to mark VE Day 80 with community gathering

The town of Shifnal is preparing to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day with a series of commemorative events.

Wellington Rotary boosts station enhancement efforts with donation

Wellington Rotary has demonstrated its commitment to improving local amenities by donating £500 to the Friends of Wellington Station.

Extremist graffiti appears in Oswestry

Police in Oswestry have launched an investigation following the discovery of graffiti of an extremist nature in several locations across the town.

Police step up patrols following Market Drayton drug dealing reports

Police in Market Drayton are responding to concerns over drug dealing, specifically in the areas of Burgage Close, Dairy Close, and the alleyway leading to the Queen Street car park.

Date revealed for opening of new B&M store on Wrekin Retail Park

Discount retailer B&M is opening a new store at Wrekin Retail Park in Telford on Saturday, May 31st, which will create 32 local jobs.

Local MP demands fair deal for Shropshire farmers

Helen Morgan MP has called on the Government to ensure farmers in her constituency are protected and paid fairly in a question in Parliament.

Cooking fire prompts emergency response in Hadley

Fire crews from Wellington were called to a house fire on Haybridge Road in Hadley on Monday afternoon after unattended cooking on an electric hob sparked a blaze.

Shropshire Rotary Club faces record funding requests

Members of a Shropshire Rotary club have navigated a year of unprecedented demand for charitable funding, dedicating an entire recent meeting to reviewing a record number of applications for the next 12 months.

Broseley Artisan Market to celebrate its first anniversary

A small town in Shropshire is hanging out the bunting and balloons this Saturday to celebrate the first anniversary of a unique market.

Hundreds to benefit as McPhillips Community Fund awards new grants

Hundreds of people, from primary school children to pensioners, are set to benefit from a pioneering community fund launched in Shropshire.
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Abandoned vehicles removed from Telford business park

Abandoned vehicles on a business park have been swiftly removed by Telford & Wrekin Council and the area tidied up.

Shropshire Armed Forces Outreach Project honoured with award

The Shropshire Armed Forces Outreach Project is celebrating a significant achievement after being awarded the prestigious Public Service Champion Award.

Shifnal prepares to mark VE Day 80 with community gathering

The town of Shifnal is preparing to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day with a series of commemorative events.

Wellington Rotary boosts station enhancement efforts with donation

Wellington Rotary has demonstrated its commitment to improving local amenities by donating £500 to the Friends of Wellington Station.

Extremist graffiti appears in Oswestry

Police in Oswestry have launched an investigation following the discovery of graffiti of an extremist nature in several locations across the town.

Police step up patrols following Market Drayton drug dealing reports

Police in Market Drayton are responding to concerns over drug dealing, specifically in the areas of Burgage Close, Dairy Close, and the alleyway leading to the Queen Street car park.

Date revealed for opening of new B&M store on Wrekin Retail Park

Discount retailer B&M is opening a new store at Wrekin Retail Park in Telford on Saturday, May 31st, which will create 32 local jobs.

Local MP demands fair deal for Shropshire farmers

Helen Morgan MP has called on the Government to ensure farmers in her constituency are protected and paid fairly in a question in Parliament.

Cooking fire prompts emergency response in Hadley

Fire crews from Wellington were called to a house fire on Haybridge Road in Hadley on Monday afternoon after unattended cooking on an electric hob sparked a blaze.

Shropshire Rotary Club faces record funding requests

Members of a Shropshire Rotary club have navigated a year of unprecedented demand for charitable funding, dedicating an entire recent meeting to reviewing a record number of applications for the next 12 months.

Broseley Artisan Market to celebrate its first anniversary

A small town in Shropshire is hanging out the bunting and balloons this Saturday to celebrate the first anniversary of a unique market.

Hundreds to benefit as McPhillips Community Fund awards new grants

Hundreds of people, from primary school children to pensioners, are set to benefit from a pioneering community fund launched in Shropshire.

New trustees welcomed to Lingen Davies Cancer Fund – the region’s primary cancer charity

Lingen Davies Cancer Fund has announced the appointment of five new trustees to its board.

Wellington opticians highlight rising childhood myopia amid screen time concerns

Specsavers in Wellington is launching a new awareness drive to highlight the growing issue of childhood myopia, or short-sightedness.

Occupants of car flee scene after colliding with shop front in Oswestry

The shop front of the 'Under One Roof' on Beatrice Street in Oswestry sustained significant damage last night after being struck by a grey VW Tiguan.

Ludlow Youth Centre temporarily closes after lorry collides with building

Ludlow Youth Centre, which houses the Family and Community Hub services, has been forced to close its doors until further notice after a heavy goods vehicle collided with the building overnight.

Rail disruption continues between Shrewsbury and Hereford as culvert repairs underway

Rail passengers travelling between Shrewsbury and Hereford continue to face significant disruption, with a full line closure remaining in effect due to urgent repair work on a collapsed culvert.
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Fallen electric cable sparks fires near Childs Ercall

Firefighters were called to an incident near Childs Ercall yesterday evening after a fallen electric cable caused five separate fires in the open.

Abandoned vehicles removed from Telford business park

Abandoned vehicles on a business park have been swiftly removed by Telford & Wrekin Council and the area tidied up.
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Shropshire Armed Forces Outreach Project honoured with award

The Shropshire Armed Forces Outreach Project is celebrating a significant achievement after being awarded the prestigious Public Service Champion Award.

Shifnal prepares to mark VE Day 80 with community gathering

The town of Shifnal is preparing to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day with a series of commemorative events.

Wellington Rotary boosts station enhancement efforts with donation

Wellington Rotary has demonstrated its commitment to improving local amenities by donating £500 to the Friends of Wellington Station.

Extremist graffiti appears in Oswestry

Police in Oswestry have launched an investigation following the discovery of graffiti of an extremist nature in several locations across the town.

Police step up patrols following Market Drayton drug dealing reports

Police in Market Drayton are responding to concerns over drug dealing, specifically in the areas of Burgage Close, Dairy Close, and the alleyway leading to the Queen Street car park.

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Date revealed for opening of new B&M store on Wrekin Retail Park

Discount retailer B&M is opening a new store at Wrekin Retail Park in Telford on Saturday, May 31st, which will create 32 local jobs.

Local MP demands fair deal for Shropshire farmers

Helen Morgan MP has called on the Government to ensure farmers in her constituency are protected and paid fairly in a question in Parliament.

Cooking fire prompts emergency response in Hadley

Fire crews from Wellington were called to a house fire on Haybridge Road in Hadley on Monday afternoon after unattended cooking on an electric hob sparked a blaze.
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