
Wildlife diary – A damsel in distress
Our wildlife expert Ed Andrews is on the spot as a grisly scene unfolds… I have been witness to a murder most horrid. It happened

Our wildlife expert Ed Andrews is on the spot as a grisly scene unfolds… I have been witness to a murder most horrid. It happened

Summer’s in full swing – and that means it’s festival season. Whether you’re a seasoned festival-goer who loves the vibrant, friendly atmosphere, great food and

Our wildlife expert Ed Andrews finds out how conserving ancient floodplains can lead to richer habitats for animals and wildflowers. As you read this, the

It’s that time of year when we’re all looking forward to a much-needed break. For many pets, that involves a kennel or cattery stay. Check

Toyah returns After Toyah’s sell-out performance last year, the pop icon, TV presenter and actress is returning to the Engine Shop at Enginuity in Coalbrookdale

Quo launch tipples Francis Rossi and Rick Parfitt have teamed up with Hobsons Brewery to create the Dog of Two Head ale. The ale, along

School smashes target St Leonard’s CE Primary School took part in the Race for Life in April 2016, raising an impressive £2,645 in funds for

A slow-starting summer After a mild, wet winter followed by snow and late frosts in April and May, we should finally be able to relax

Rocking recruitment An education-focused recruitment agency are celebrating opening a new office in Shrewsbury. Tara Professional Recruitment, which also has an office in Wolverhampton, opened

Elle Humphries of Much Wenlock is on her way to the European Biathle Championships in Portugal in July as a result of qualifying in Somerset

Bridgnorth Athletic Club set a new club record, both for the number of winning athletes and the total of medals won at the Shropshire County

Severn Valley Railway Charitable Trust has won £75,000 in a Department for Transport competition for its ambitious scheme to transform the Railway’s offering for disabled

With perfect weather, an outstanding turnout, and a fabulous atmosphere, this year’s 50th Bridgnorth Walk was a day to remember. Organiser Peter Davison explains, “The

Calling all runners… the RAF Museum Cosford needs you! Launching for the first time this year, the Spitfire 10K will give participants the opportunity to

A Broseley restaurant has been quietly making waves by teaming its sophisticated, international fare with a refreshingly unpretentious attitude. Kerri Tyler samples the goodies at

Two of the area’s best-loved organisations have been recognised with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. Both Friends of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust and

Nadiya Hussain, winner of last year’s Great British Bake Off, will be making her first visit to Shropshire when she appears at Newport Show on

A local naturalist has been helping to make woodland on the Worcestershire border a better place for rare butterflies. Wildlife expert Ed Andrews reports on

Here in landlocked Shropshire, we’re a long, long way from the salty tang of the sea. But a new collection from the National Trust, which

If you’re on the hunt for a new companion, your investigation work should begin before you even visit a potential playmate. You need to ensure

Make it Big The Big Arts Show is the largest event of its kind in the West Midlands – and it’s still growing. It was

Food festival news The 2016 Ludlow Spring Festival promises to be a corker, bringing together the best regional beer, food and music to the town

Careers fair a success A careers fair held at Bridgnorth Endowed School in March attracted a wide range of employers, from national organisations such as

Easter came early this year, making us think that the season is further advanced than it actually is – but, though we shouldn’t get ahead

Tickets for the RAF Cosford Air Show 2016 are once again advanced sale only. Organisers are encouraging people to buy their tickets for the June