Report paints gloomy picture
What is Ludlow best known for? Fantastic restaurants, a beautiful castle, glorious countryside, vibrant festivals and a rich history. But a new report paints a gloomy picture of rural south Shropshire, says Andy Richardson.
On the right track with the Star
It’s full steam ahead as the Shropshire Star’s Andy Richardson looks forward to a busy seven days in this week’s podcast.
Police target sex hot-spots
Shropshire’s most popular beauty spots - including the landmark Wrekin hill - are providing a haven for groups to meet and have sex in public.
Water resort to open soon
A multi-million pound leisure facility is set to open near Oswestry, bringing with it about 70 new jobs.
Bumper crowds at annual show
Crowds of more than 12,000 were expected in Newport today for one the highlight’s of the region’s rural calendar.
Ralph is ready for showdown
Shropshire’s chances of lifting the Minor Counties Championship western division title rest on them winning their next two games.
Lewis injury is latest Bucks blow
Striker Matty Lewis looks certain to miss the start of the season after sustaining a suspected broken leg in the 0-0 draw with Cheltenham.
Simpson hints at further signings
Boss Paul Simpson is holding onto the possibility of making further additions to his Shrewsbury Town squad - but not at the expense of the club’s financial viability.
Early starters hit by weather blow
The chances of an early starter charging back into contention for the Open Championship looked to have been blown away today at Royal Birkdale.
Castle crank up pressure on rivals
Castlefields maintained top spot in the Furrows Shropshire Premier Bowls League with an emphatic 13-1 win over Chester Road.
PM calls for Iraq hostage release
Gordon Brown calls for the release of five British hostages in Iraq after claims one of them has taken his own life.
Cameron not rejecting tax rises
Tory leader David Cameron refuses to reveal whether he would raise taxes if he becomes prime minister.
Surgeons could earn pay bonuses
Surgeons could earn bonuses for operations under plans being considered by the UK's largest hospital trust.
Brown in £30m Palestinian pledge
Gordon Brown announces £30m of British support for the Palestinian Authority for development in the territories.
'Revolutionary' plans for welfare
Welfare reforms to be unveiled - including ending incapacity benefits - will "transform lives", says minister James Purnell.