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'I joined the police to put bad guys in jail - it is all I ever wanted to do as I served Shropshire as a murder detective'

The murder detecive leading the team investigating Shropshire's most shocking and gruesome crimes has signed off for the last time.

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Paramedics sent to three-vehicle crash near Shrewsbury

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The aftermath of the dramatic fire on Gentleshaw Common

Fire at Gentleshaw Common 'was started deliberately', police say

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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves speaking to a staff member during a visit to Jaguar Land Rover in Birmingham.

'I will protect Jaguar Land Rover from Trump's tariffs' - PM Keir Starmer pledges in West Midlands speech

Wolverhampton|9 hours ago

Sir Keir Starmer in front of the Union flag

Prime Minister Keir Starmer promises 'bold changes' around electric car rules in West Midlands speech

Politics|10 hours ago

The police attended to the crash in Shifnal last night, where an 18-year-old man was killed and three teenagers suffered serious injuries.

Man in his 30s dies after crash near Bridgnorth

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Raffle House hasn't said anything about its new Cotswolds home yet, but it looks fabulous

Win £2.8 million Cotswolds home with Raffle House’s two-for-one offer

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Paramedics sent to three-vehicle crash near Shrewsbury

Michael Appleton confirms Chelsea loanee won’t play for Shrewsbury again

Ryanair cabin bags: the best carry-on bag for budget travellers under £17

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Council addresses 'false claims' over asylum seekers and Bridgnorth community building

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Man suffers 'potentially serious injuries' in crash with telegraph pole in Chirbury

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Dyfed Powys Police have renewed their appeal

Woman in motorcycle sidecar dies in Wales crash

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The site of the pub sat behind hoardings when this Google Maps image was taken. Picture: Google Maps

Former Telford pub’s historic facade has been demolished after a structural investigation by developers

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Mike Harris confirms failed bid to buy Shrewsbury Town

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Free community support event in Bishop's Castle

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Shropshire charities invited to apply for £10,000 worth of free marketing support and services

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Three different groups will be running Kington and District Community Shop plans throughout April

Three different groups will be running Kington and District Community Shop plans throughout April

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Telford Town FC Academy announces new trial date following strong demand

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Michael Appleton confirms Chelsea loanee won’t play for Shrewsbury again

Michael Appleton has confirmed that Chelsea loanee Leo Castledine will not play for Shrewsbury Town again this season due to injury.

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Mike Harris confirms failed bid to buy Shrewsbury Town

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Ollie Westbury previews Shrewsbury Town's midweek clash with Reading

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Shrewsbury Town analysis: No comfort in sight for Salop supporters

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AFC Telford United winger Ellis Brown was recalled to the Bucks' starting XI for their 1-1 draw against Spalding United on Saturday (Picture: Kieren Griffin Photography)

AFC Telford boss juggling welcome selection headaches

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Andre (Photo by Wolverhampton Wanderers FC/Wolves via Getty Images)

Wolves Fans' Verdict v Ipswich: A huge relegation battle win

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Wolves fans celebrate at Ipswich (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images)

Liam Keen analysis: Wolves a well-oiled machine under Vitor Pereira's leadership

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Michael Appleton confirms Chelsea loanee won’t play for Shrewsbury again

Sport|8 hours ago

Ollie Westbury

Ollie Westbury previews Shrewsbury Town's midweek clash with Reading

Sport|10 hours ago

Mike Harris confirms failed bid to buy Shrewsbury Town

Sport|16 hours ago

AFC Telford United

AFC Telford United winger Ellis Brown was recalled to the Bucks' starting XI for their 1-1 draw against Spalding United on Saturday (Picture: Kieren Griffin Photography)

AFC Telford boss juggling welcome selection headaches

Sport|19 hours ago

Matty Stenson's spectacular 26th goal of the season gave AFC Telford United the lead against Spalding United on Saturday (Picture: Kieren Griffin Photography)

AFC Telford boss 'baffled' by decisions in draw with Spalding United

AFC Telford United manager Kevin Wilkin (Picture: Kieren Griffin Photography)

Telford manager 'baffled' following Spalding draw

AFC Telford United|Apr 5

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Andre (Photo by Wolverhampton Wanderers FC/Wolves via Getty Images)

Wolves Fans' Verdict v Ipswich: A huge relegation battle win

Sport|11 hours ago

Wolves fans celebrate at Ipswich (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images)

Liam Keen analysis: Wolves a well-oiled machine under Vitor Pereira's leadership

Sport|19 hours ago

Jorgen Strand Larsen (Photo by Wolverhampton Wanderers FC/Wolves via Getty Images)

"Hopefully we can surprise a little bit next year" - Wolves goalscorer gives verdict on team's improvement

Ollie Westbury

Ollie Westbury previews Shrewsbury Town's midweek clash with Reading

Sport|10 hours ago

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Ollie Westbury analyses Shrewsbury's point at promotion chasing Wycombe

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Ollie Westbury on the collapse of Shrewsbury's takeover

Shrewsbury Town FC|Mar 31

Wolves legend Steve Bull is celebrating his 60th birthday. He chats to Liam Keen.

Steve Bull at 60: Bully's 6 most memorable goals for Wolves

Wolves legend Steve Bull is celebrating his 60th birthday. He chats to Nathan Judah.

Steve Bull at 60: 'Ask Bully' special with Nathan Judah

Wolves legend Steve Bull is celebrating his 60th birthday. He chats to Liam Keen.

Steve Bull at 60: The big Wolves interview with Liam Keen

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Ryanair cabin bags: the best carry-on bag for budget travellers under £17

Find the perfect Ryanair cabin bag for under £17. This stylish rucksack fits the size limit, offering huge savings for Prime members.

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Dame Nia Griffith MP views the auditorium at Theatr Brycheiniog

A major refurbishment of Theatr Brycheiniog in Brecon – backed by £1.8 million in UK Government funding – has been completed

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A Kington cinema will be showing the film Quartet this week

A Kington cinema will be showing the film Quartet this week

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TTFC dressing room

Telford Town FC Academy announces new trial date following strong demand

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Adorable rare endangered bush dog puppies give the sniff-test at Peak Wildlife Park

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Sainsbury's cafes are closing at several stores across the West Midlands and Staffordshire

Sainsbury's: exact date UK groceries supermarket is closing its cafes including the West Midlands and Shropshire confirmed

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The Dressmaker will be shown at a Kington cinema this month

The Dressmaker will be shown at a Kington cinema this month

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A couple of dogs, Doris and Dudley, in a show home

Expert tips for a stress-free house move for pets in Shropshire

Your World|15 hours ago

Stamp, Card and Coin Fair at the Belmont Hall, Wellington this Saturday

Stamp, card and coin fair in Wellington this weekend

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Tommy Blaize performing at the Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock

A wonderful evening at the Edge Arts Centre with Strictly's Tommy Blaize

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Chocolatiers at an attraction in Birmingham claim to have crafted the world's largest Cadbury Creme Egg. Standing at 3ft-tall (90cm), the Easter creation from confectionary workers at Cadbury World in Bournville is roughly the height of an emperor penguin.

Chocolatiers claim to have cracked world’s largest Creme Egg in the West Midlands

The tractor run gets underway

28 glorious pictures as 140 tractors join Shropshire's Annual Tractor Road Run for the 26th year

Bracken Trust Singers first full concert under new management at the Metropole Hotel

Bracken Trust Singers first full concert under new management at the Metropole Hotel

Knighton Mayor Councillor Chris Branford enjoyed a Young Farmers Club concert recently

Knighton Mayor enjoyed a Young Farmers Club concert at Knighton Community Centre recently

A bomb expert examines the bomb, with the casing later holding a beer bottle

1940s bombshell found in West Midlands garden turned into beer cooler after spoiling barbecue

A disqualified driver who went 50 miles to Brecon and back before being stopped by police, has been placed on a community order by Llandrindod Wells Magistrates Court

A disqualified driver who went 50 miles to Brecon and back before being stopped by police, has been placed on a community order

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A Powys man caught for drink driving twice in the past and a history of failing to provide a specimen, has been caught again

A Powys man caught for drink driving twice in the past and a history of failing to provide a specimen, has been caught again

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One of three sculptures have been stolen. Picture: Market Drayton Fire Station.

Firefighters 'angered and saddened' after garden ornament stolen from station's garden in Market Drayton

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'I joined the police to put bad guys in jail - it is all I ever wanted to do as I served Shropshire as a murder detective'

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'It will be like The Purge' - Plans underway to stop PCSOs from going on the beat in Shropshire after 8pm

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NHS staff are being harassed by members of the public filming them with phones and threatening to post footage online, according to new research.

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A Builth Wells town centre pub has been given permission to convert a building it purchased last year into additional room for diners

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Sainsbury's cafes are closing at several stores across the West Midlands and Staffordshire

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Charlie and Alex Thurstan, co-founders of Different Dog

Shropshire company Different Dog raises £10m to change dogs’ lives with real food

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The Burton Borough team backstage at the Alexandra Theatre.

School students take turn in the spotlight in national dance competition

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Pupils at Whixall Cofe Primary School with the Artsmark Award.

Village primary school celebrates after being recognised for commitment to creativity

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Students at Tenbury High Ormiston Academy

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Hadnall C of E Primary School in Shrewsbury celebrate a good Ofsted report with ice cream

Watch: Pupils and staff at Hadnall CofE Primary School celebrate their glowing Ofsted report with an ice cream

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Children love playing in the forest school. On the bridge is: Gracie Chatwin 10 and Chloe Kowfi 11, Bottom: Jason Manteaw 11, George Howell 10, Toby Glaze 11 and Jessica Tonks 11.

Inside the Telford primary school where children are given the best opportunities and enjoy a caring environment

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Cambria HE learners celebrated at glittering graduation ceremony

Your World|Apr 5

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