4+ day, 2+ hour ago   (301+ words) An artist who is well-known in Shropshire is to hold a ‘pop-up’ sale later this month. Betsy Smith, who lived in Broseley for almost 30 years before moving to France and then to Wolverhampton, is proving that age is no barrier…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (363+ words) Voting for High Street Heroes 2026 across Telford and Wrekin has now opened. The awards, part of the Council’s Pride in Our High Street programme, recognise the difference businesses are making in their local high streets and the support they have…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (338+ words) Thousands of children and young people across Telford and Wrekin have enjoyed an active, healthy summer after taking part in the council-run Happy Healthy Active Holidays (HHAH) scheme over the school break. Co-ordinated by Telford & Wrekin Council, the borough-wide initiative…...

3+ week, 2+ hour ago   (172+ words) Shrewsbury Severn Rotary Club has welcomed its youngest current member following the induction of 33-year-old independent financial advisor Aidan France. Aidan, who relocated to the town in 2023, brings a unique blend of high-level academia and financial expertise to the civic…...

3+ week, 1+ hour ago   (319+ words) Shropshire Chamber of Commerce will be looking to ‘inform and educate’ local specialists when its Professionals Partnership returns next month. The group, which meets quarterly, is aimed at advisers and consultants working in sectors such as law, accountancy, finance, PR,…...

3+ week, 2+ hour ago   (217+ words) Telford Town Park is set to host a vibrant finale to this year’s Balloon Fiesta as the free Community Carnival Day brings residents together on Sunday 30 August. Starting at 12.30 pm, the family-friendly event will celebrate the borough’s rich cultural diversity…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (452+ words) Oswestry Balloon Carnival will return to Cae Glas Park this Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 August 2026, bringing two days of entertainment, family attractions and community spirit to the heart of Oswestry. Organised in association with Nightingale House Hospice, Oswestry Town Council and…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago   (388+ words) Market Drayton is preparing to celebrate its rich culinary history as local specialist bakers, Original Biscuit Bakers, return as headline sponsors for the Heritage Gingerbread Trail. Taking place on Saturday, 26 September 2026, from 9.30 am to 4.30 pm, the family-friendly event forms a…...

4+ week, 23+ hour ago   (360+ words) Dogs old and young, big and small will be guests of honour at a charity dog show next month. Severn Hospice is hosting its second annual dog show on September 5 at its site in Shrewsbury, and all are welcome. There…...

4+ week, 23+ hour ago   (225+ words) The vibrant sights and sounds of Italy are set to return to Shropshire next month as organisers confirm the date for the highly anticipated Bridgnorth Italian Auto Moto Festival. Scheduled for Sunday, 6 September, the beloved annual spectacle will once again…...