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April 1, 2025

Severn Trent issues apology to Shifnal residents experiencing no supply, poorer pressure or discoloured water

March 31, 2025

Volunteer heroes help bring back wildlife with miles of hedgerow planting around Shropshire

Your World|20 hours ago

Shropshire set for week of sun as parts of the country could be 'hotter than Athens' this Thursday

News|21 hours ago

Sunny weather 'expected all week' in Shropshire - but chilly warning for weekend

March 30, 2025

Allotments available for rent in Rhayader, the town council has said.

Stories from people closely connected with the River Wye have been recorded and preserved for the future through the ‘Voices of the River Wye’ project

New Mid Wales eco-friendly holiday cabin promotes sustainability and wildlife spotting

Revealed: The alarming number of hours raw sewage was released into waterways in the West Midlands and Shropshire

March 29, 2025

Weather forecast: Shropshire set for a week of spring sunshine and chilly evenings

Partial solar eclipse caught on camera as clouds part over Shropshire

Ellie Chowns MP Urges North Herefordshire Residents to Shape the Future of Our Water Sector

Lidl claims trees cut down in Shrewsbury sparking backlash were 'not of environmental significance'

March 28, 2025

Telford resident hit with £1,000 fine after leaving children's toys and bedding stacked next to bins

Beavers to be released in Shropshire Hills enclosure as part of river project

Shropshire beauty spot is among UK's top ten locations to see tomorrow's solar eclipse

Jelly good show! But enjoy frogspawn magic in its natural home, RSPCA says

Your World|Mar 28

Politician Says Wind Farm Proposals are Overwhelming Brecon and Radnorshire.

March 27, 2025

Nature project launched at county National Trust estate - and it could help tackle flooding in Shropshire

Carding Mill Valley named among UK’s top spots for stargazing ahead of partial solar eclipse this Saturday

March 26, 2025

Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe MP Challenges Government Over Threat to Brecon Canal

New research reveals knowledge of wildlife is declining, with 57% of West Midlands locals unsure where to spot different animals

Your World|Mar 26

Partial solar eclipse to be visible in the UK this weekend - how to watch as clear skies forecast for the West Midlands

Hanging baskets and troughs for Knighton in Bloom will be planted again this year by The Flower Box

Ludlow biochar plant approved

Property|Mar 26

March 25, 2025

Shropshire’s rarest wild mammal featured at national conference

Your World|Mar 25

The annual regional meeting for the National Garden Scheme in Wales and The Marches took place recently at Hafod Yr Afon in Newtown

Powys' Household Recycling Centre booking system open

Engineers called in to make repairs as Shrewsbury residents experience no supply, poorer pressure and discoloured water

Rare partial eclipse expected this weekend - here is where you can see it in Shropshire

March 24, 2025

Extraordinary motion for councillors to discuss recycling centre changes is rejected by council chairman following legal advice

March 23, 2025

'Risky' trees posing a health and safety risk in Ellesmere could be replaced

Environment|Mar 23

March 22, 2025

Punk legend Feargal Sharkey issues rallying call to Shropshire river campaigners

The last in a series of talks entitled ‘What on Earth’ will be taking place in Kington in April

March 21, 2025

Extra £11.8m unlocked for Mid Wales Growth Deal as first project takes shape

Opposition councillors want extraordinary Powys council meeting to discuss scrapping controversial recycling centre booking system and charges

'We must punish the dumpers' - Disgrace of litter bugs in the West Midlands as the Great British Spring Clean is launched

March 20, 2025

Warm weather kick-starts spring in Shropshire as workers urged to take a mood-boosting break in nature

Shrewsbury|Mar 20

March 19, 2025

Powys community council says Labour Government’s family farm tax grab is ‘abhorrent’

Two projects have taken place in Builth Wells recently thanks to the town council and the help of volunteers

From Sewer Soup to Hydration Heroes - over half a million children to learn about the wonderful world of water

Your World|Mar 19

Expert reveals how mulching can nourish and protect your garden

Your World|Mar 19

Fly-tipping cost taxpayers in Telford and Wrekin £200k in just a year

UK weather: Met Office forecasts highs of 20°C in the West Midlands as spring begins - When do clocks change?

Pop legend Feargal Sharkey to throw support behind Shropshire clean rivers campaigners at Shrewsbury event

£2 million biochar plant to process green waste in Ludlow recommended for approval

March 18, 2025

Final chance for comments on plan for thousands of new homes up to 2040

Bracket strength testing on hanging baskets in Builth Wells will be carried out in the next couple of weeks

New wildlife pond proposed near Shifnal

Environment|Mar 18

March 17, 2025

Oswestry Town Council to raise concerns over energy pylon project

Environment|Mar 17

Warm start to spring as parts of Shropshire could reach 19C this week