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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 44m

Two men have been arrested following reports of deer being poached in Telford.

Two arrested for poaching deer in Telford

Two men have been arrested following reports of deer being poached in Telford in the early hours of Monday.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 7h

Commercial landlords in Shropshire are being urged by Shropshire Council to submit their applications for a crucial grant that could provide up to £10,000 to revitalise long-vacant properties.

Time running out for Shropshire landlords to claim property grant

Commercial landlords in Shropshire are being urged by Shropshire Council to submit their applications for a crucial grant that could provide up to £10,000 to revitalise long-vacant properties.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 7h

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust has successfully rolled out a cutting-edge digital endoscopy reporting system, Medilogik, marking a significant step in its Digital Transformation Programme.

Hospital Trust rolls out new digital endoscopy system

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust has successfully rolled out a cutting-edge digital endoscopy reporting system, Medilogik, marking a significant step in its Digital Transformation Program...

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 7h

Personal journeys of living with a life-limiting illness are being captured in art by hospice patients – and their works is being put on display.

Local hospice showcases power of art therapy

Personal journeys of living with a life-limiting illness are being captured in art by hospice patients – and their works is being put on display.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 8h

An innovative theatre company, founded by Prestfelde’s Head of Drama, Liberty Griffin, is expanding its reach across Shropshire, empowering dozens of pupils to create and tour original work tackling key educational themes.

Shropshire pupils take creative control for major theatre tour

An innovative theatre company, founded by Prestfelde's Head of Drama, Liberty Griffin, is expanding its reach across Shropshire, empowering dozens of pupils to create and tour original work tackling k...

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 8h

More than 1,000 schoolchildren across Telford and Wrekin have taken part in a competition to design a flag to represent the Borough.

Children take part in competition to design inspiring flag for Telford and Wrekin

More than 1,000 schoolchildren across Telford and Wrekin have taken part in a competition to design a flag to represent the Borough.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 8h

Health and Armed Forces teams in Shropshire are celebrating a successful collaboration which has supported the resettlement of thousands of Afghan civilians who served the British Army.

Unique health and MoD partnership celebrated as Afghan camp closes

Health and Armed Forces teams in Shropshire are celebrating a successful collaboration which has supported the resettlement of thousands of Afghan civilians who served the British Army.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 1d

From fresh coffee to fully stocked micromarkets, Totally Delicious is helping businesses create happier, more productive workplaces — one break at a time.

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Bringing convenience and customisation to the workplace: Totally Delicious Vending

From fresh coffee to fully stocked micromarkets, Totally Delicious is helping businesses create happier, more productive workplaces — one break at a time.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 1d

Shropshire Fostering is urging local residents to consider fostering after the premiere of ‘The Run’, the seventh fostering awareness film from award-winning producers ReelTwentyFive.

Award-winning film 'The Run' highlights urgent need for foster carers

Shropshire Fostering is urging local residents to consider fostering after the premiere of ‘The Run’, a fostering awareness film.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 1d

A prominent sign in Oakengates is to be retained during the Telford Theatre works and reused once the project is complete.

Landmark Oakengates sign to be reused after theatre works completion

A prominent sign in Oakengates is to be retained during the Telford Theatre works and reused once the project is complete.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 1d

Fans of “The Yorkshire Shepherdess,” Amanda Owen, will have a chance to meet the beloved TV star and author when she visits Oswestry next month to promote her new children’s book, Christmas Tales from the Farm.

Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen is heading to Oswestry for book signing

The Yorkshire Shepherdess, Amanda Owen, is headng to Booka Bookshop in Oswestry to promote her new children’s book, Christmas Tales from the Farm.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 1d

The countdown is on for the return of this year’s Q Financial Wellington 10K, now in its fourth year, taking place this Sunday, 19 October.

Countdown on for the return of this year’s Q Financial Wellington 10K

The countdown is on for the return of this year’s Q Financial Wellington 10K, now in its fourth year, taking place this Sunday, 19 October.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 1d

The Newport and District Agricultural Society has appointed Stewart Dicks as the new Vintage Section Chairman for the Newport Show.

Local engineer and tractor enthusiast appointed as new Vintage Chairman for the Newport Show

The Newport and District Agricultural Society has appointed Stewart Dicks as the new Vintage Section Chairman for the Newport Show.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 1d

Tilstock CE Primary School is celebrating after being awarded Champion School Status as part of the prestigious Music Hero Schools initiative.

Tilstock Primary School named 'Music Hero Champion'

Tilstock CE Primary School is celebrating after being awarded Champion School Status as part of the prestigious Music Hero Schools initiative.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 1d

A lasting tribute has been unveiled at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital in memory of Roger Whitting, a much-loved volunteer and dedicated member of Oswestry and Cambrian Rotary Club.

Tribute unveiled at RJAH for much-loved volunteer

A lasting tribute has been unveiled at The RJAH)in memory of Roger Whitting, a much-loved volunteer and dedicated member of Oswestry and Cambrian Rotary Club.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 1d

Autocraft Telford Tigers went into their fourth home game of the season on the back of their first loss in regulation time after losing to Romford Raiders the previous evening.

Brown double sends Telford Tigers to victory

Tigers went into their fourth home game of the season on the back of their first loss in regulation time after losing to Romford Raiders the previous evening.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 1d

Telford & Wrekin Council has commissioned local charity Challenging Perceptions to deliver dedicated support for fathers as part of the Borough’s Family Hubs service.

New Family Hubs service to support Telford and Wrekin fathers

Telford & Wrekin Council has commissioned local charity Challenging Perceptions to deliver dedicated support for fathers as part of the Borough’s Family Hubs service.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 2d

An additional 2,000 homes and businesses in South Shropshire are set to gain access to gigabit-capable broadband, following the success of a vigorous campaign by local MP, Stuart Anderson.

Broadband boost for South Shropshire as MP secures new gigafibre deal

An additional 2,000 homes and businesses in South Shropshire are set to gain access to gigabit-capable broadband, following the success of a vigorous campaign by local MP, Stuart Anderson.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 2d

As temperatures begin to drop, Telford & Wrekin Council is launching its annual winter safety campaign to raise awareness of the work carried out by its gritting teams to help residents stay safe on the roads and keep the borough moving.

Telford & Wrekin Council launches winter safety campaign

As temperatures begin to drop, Telford & Wrekin Council is launching its annual winter safety campaign to raise awareness of the work carried out by its gritting teams to help residents stay safe on t...

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 2d

Ongoing concerns over flooding fused with insights into local history when Shrewsbury’s MP visited a 125-year-old landmark in the town.

MP visits historic Shrewsbury pumpng station where flood concerns persist

Ongoing concerns over flooding fused with insights into local history when Shrewsbury's MP visited a 125-year-old landmark in the town.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 2d

Bridgnorth firefighters were called out twice in the early hours of this morning, Sunday 12 October, to tackle separate fires in the town.

Bridgnorth firefighters attend two fires in early hours

Bridgnorth firefighters were called out twice in the early hours of this morning, Sunday 12 October, to tackle separate fires in the town.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 3d

Police have confirmed that a successful night of high-visibility patrols took place on Friday, 10 October, as part of the ongoing effort to ensure safety in the town’s vibrant night-time economy.

Shrewsbury Police carry out patrols to ensure safety in the town's vibrant night-time economy

Police have confirmed that a successful night of high-visibility patrols took place on Friday, 10 October, as part of the ongoing effort to ensure safety in the town's vibrant night-time economy.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 3d

A horse was rescued by firefighters this morning, Saturday 11 October, after becoming trapped in a fieldside brook near Wem.

Firefighters rescue horse from brook near Wem

A horse was rescued by firefighters this morning, Saturday 11 October, after becoming trapped in a fieldside brook near Wem.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 3d

A Shropshire teenager, Walter Sulaman-Evans, has been named as one of the distinguished recipients of the 2025 British Citizen Youth Award (BCyA) Roll of Honour for his exceptional commitment to animal welfare and environmental engagement.

Shropshire teenager honoured for extraordinary efforts in conservation

A Shropshire teenager, Walter Sulaman-Evans, has been named as one of the distinguished recipients of the 2025 British Citizen Youth Award.

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Shropshire Live @shropshirelive.bsky.social · 3d

Organisers are celebrating a remarkable turnout for the recent Rolls Royce and Sentinel two-day exhibition, which drew hundreds of visitors to the Abbey Station Visitor Centre in Shrewsbury.

Success for Shrewsbury's Sentinel exhibition at Abbey Station

Organisers are celebrating a remarkable turnout for the recent Rolls Royce and Sentinel two-day exhibition, which drew hundreds of visitors.

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