Shrewsbury water testers have issued a stark warning after huge rafts of bubbling foam were spotted floating on the River Severn, which a local campaign group believes is a sign of dangerous levels of pollution.

A remarkable 17-year-old from Telford has spent the last decade tirelessly fundraising and volunteering, raising an incredible £40,000 for over 40 different charities.

Shropshire Council’s library service has announced a significant upgrade to its branches, following a successful bid for funding from Arts Council England.

A highly acclaimed craft show is to be staged in the Shropshire town of Much Wenlock this autumn.

Lilleshall and Church Aston Borough Councillor Andrew Eade has welcomed the installation of new signage on the A518 at Brockton Leasowes and the findings of an independent report into traffic safety on the road.

Shrewsbury MP Julia Buckley says her re-election to a key parliamentary group will help her renew efforts to support flood victims in Shrewsbury and wider Shropshire.

A brand-new primary school in the Priorslee area has opened its doors and welcomed nearly 150 pupils.

The Shrewsbury Railway Heritage Trust is hosting a special two-day exhibition to commemorate the 110th anniversary of Sentinel Waggon Works, a renowned engineering firm once located in the town.

Supporters of a hospice charity who’ve helped raise £20 million over three decades of fundraising have been treated to a special celebration to thank them for the difference they have made to local families.

The British Hill Climb Championship title has already been clinched this season by reigning champion Matthew Ryder in the all-conquering Gould GR59, but there is still plenty to play for when the ‘circus comes to town’ at Loton Park this weekend.

Stuart Anderson MP has renewed his campaign to protect the Post Office network in South Shropshire.

Bridgnorth Town Council has taken a stand against bullying and harassment by officially adopting the Civility and Respect Pledge.

Local bus users in Ludlow can expect a fresh start to their daily commutes with new timetables for the town’s key bus services, set to be introduced on Monday, 27 October.

St Martins School near Oswestry is closed today after a serious fire broke out in the area of the school hall late yesterday afternoon.

Shropshire Council’s Chief Executive Andy Begley has announced that he is to leave the local authority after 12 years.

Eight more modern patient bays are now open in the Emergency Department at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital as part of ongoing refurbishment and redevelopment work.

On Sunday 26th October 2025, Midlands Air Ambulance Charity will welcome families to its Cosford airbase and charity headquarters in Shropshire for a fun-filled Halloween Experience, offering an exciting mix of spooky activities.

A Shropshire MP has branded a loophole “crazy” after it was revealed bus passengers whose journey crossed into Wales found their passes were no longer valid.

The team behind a major community initiative in Alveley to deliver a new modern community centre will showcase plans at an Open Day on Saturday 27 September.

A Shropshire youth charity which is working hard to change the lives of young people across the county has renewed its appeal for new trustees.

Telford & Wrekin Council has now formally submitted its updated Local Plan to the Government’s Planning Inspectorate for independent examination.

AFC Telford Utd is appealing to the public for information after a significant number of their CCTV cameras were stolen from the SEAH Stadium. The club has described the financial impact of the thefts as “significant.”

A daring mother and son are set to leap into the skies to raise funds for the Research and Innovation department at a hospital Trust.

Shropshire’s biggest music festival has scored a record total in its annual goal to raise funds for music therapy sessions for children with life-threatening conditions.

An innovative scheme offering free music lessons and workshops to pupils has been expanded in Shropshire.

New homes have been created in the heart of St George’s as the major restoration of a Grade II listed building takes shape.

The Heart of Wales Line Community Rail Partnership has appointed Samantha Skyrme as its new chairperson, bringing a fresh perspective and renewed energy to the organisation.

A man in his 20s was taken to hospital with serious injuries after a collision between a motorbike and a car near Atcham on Tuesday morning, 16 September.

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An Engineering graduate from Harper Adams University with a keen interest in agricultural education has been named the 2026 President of the Newport Show.

Shrewsbury Severn Rotary Club marked a pivotal moment in its nearly 40-year history this week with the induction of its second-ever female member.

Stuart Anderson MP has thrown his support behind community pharmacists in South Shropshire after meeting with Community Pharmacy England, which represents England’s 10,400 community pharmacies.

A seven-year-old girl from Shropshire has achieved a remarkable milestone within the Girlguiding community, earning every single badge available in the Rainbows section.

It’s full steam ahead for a Shropshire charity’s next fundraiser – and this time it is for its four-legged friends.

One lucky couple have won £1,500 towards their dream honeymoon in a prize draw by one of the county’s most popular destinations to tie the knot.

This week marks Anti-Spiking Intensification Week, which is a week of action to educate the public around drink spiking.

A new £17 million extra care housing development, Stirchley House, has officially opened its doors, providing 72 new affordable apartments for residents over 55 with care needs.

A Shropshire woman is undertaking an epic cycling challenge, pedalling the entire length of Great Britain to raise money and awareness for the British Hen Welfare Trust.

Ludlow residents are being asked to share their thoughts on where new bus shelters should be installed as part of a renewed public consultation by the Ludlow Town Council.

One person was injured after a vehicle collided with street furniture on Mill Street in Bridgnorth yesterday.

Seven men have been sentenced to a combined total of more than 25 years for their part in a series of thefts carried out in Shropshire and Montgomeryshire, targeting rural businesses.

The first headliner for next year’s highly anticipated concert series, which takes place within the historic grounds of Ludlow Castle, has been announced. The Human League will play at Ludlow Castle on Saturday, 18th July.

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust has been named as one of 14 NHS trusts to be part of a national investigation into maternity and neonatal services. The Trust has been included to ensure that learnings from past investigations are incorporated into this new national effort.

Fordhall Farm Shop has been awarded the prestigious Golden Fork for Sustainability at the Great Taste Awards 2025, a global recognition for their commitment to eco-friendly practices.

Severn Hospice is on the lookout for a new Chair of its board of trustees as Jeanette Whitford prepares to step down from the role she has held for five years.

Solutions to solve the country’s adult social care crisis inched closer on Tuesday, 9 September, after a meeting in Westminster of cross-party MPs and spokespeople.

A volunteer scheme which is helping to keep Telford and Wrekin clean and green has been recognised nationally.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a dumper truck, stolen from a construction site, was deliberately driven into a house in Telford, causing substantial damage.

Shrewsbury’s iconic indoor market hall is set to mark its 60th anniversary with a special exhibition launching on Tuesday, 16 September.

The Learning Community Trust, a prominent educational organisation based in Telford, has announced the appointment of its new chief executive, Paul Roberts.