In Other News - 08/02/2026 - BBC Sounds
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Shrewsbury woman aims to inspire care leavers with booklet
A woman who spent her teenage years in foster care is starting a business to support other young people in the care system.
Attingham Park to create green space for 'growing population'
Staff at a National Trust property have said plans to create a new "outdoor hub" will improve access to green spaces.
Woman found dead in Shrewsbury fire - BBC Sounds
A woman has died after a fire broke out at a ground floor flat in a 16th Century building in Shrewsbury.
Woman found dead in Shrewsbury fire - BBC Sounds
A woman has died after a fire broke out at a ground floor flat in a 16th Century building in Shrewsbury.
Telford stroke victim unable to dial 999 as digital upgrade cut off landline
A 75-year-old man who suffered a stroke was unable to call 999 on his landline because it had been cut off during a digital upgrade of his phone service.
Rare bone disease therapy 'milestone for NHS', says Gobowen medic
A man who has a rare bone disorder is being treated with a new therapy for the condition at the hospital where he also works.
Shrewsbury weightlifter says sport saved her after cancer
Dawn Williams, 52, is now cancer-free and credits the sport with giving her confidence and strength to get through gruelling chemotherapy.
Much Wenlock farm shop destroyed by fire will reopen, owners say
In May 2025, Wenlock Edge Farm Shop, in Shropshire, was left a pile of smouldering remains.
'It looks like a bomb's gone off' - The giant hole in a canal - BBC Sounds
Whitchurch councillor Sho Abdul said the scene looked "absolutely insane", people's lives had been impacted, homes damaged, and it was really sad given the time of year, he added.
Boaters stranded at Christmas after Whitchurch collapse on Llangollen Canal
Dozens of people have been left stranded for Christmas after a giant hole emerged in a section of the Llangollen Canal in Shropshire on Monday.
The Whitchurch sinkhole - BBC Sounds
People living on canal boats had to be rescued in the early hours of the morning after the sinkhole opened up.
Major incident declared over giant hole at Shropshire canal
A major incident has been declared at a Shropshire canal where a giant hole has emerged, with boats left stricken in the cavity or teetering on the edge of the drop.
Church Stretton florist says Christmas is busier than Mothers' Day
A family florist has said they are working "twelve to fifteen hour days" to keep up with the demand's of Christmas.
Homeless woman survived Christmas thanks to Palmers of Shrewsbury
"I felt that warmth again through that cold and I tell you what, the coffee's brilliant."
Shropshire dog rescue centre launches fundraiser for new kennels
A dog rescue centre is hoping to raise £50,000 to install new blocks of kennels and fix paddock fencing as it meets the day to day costs of caring for more than 50 animals.
Oswestry Trussell Trust food bank packs Christmas hampers
Hampers of toys and treats are being prepared by food bank volunteers for families in need this Christmas.
Kyle's Law - BBC Sounds
Kyle Pugh, from Telford, was murdered by Amy Pugh in March 2022 but despite being arrested and bailed days after his death, she was not charged with the crime until November 2024 and left to organise his funeral.
Family of Telford man Kyle Pugh murdered by wife call for change
The family of a man murdered by his estranged wife are calling for new laws governing who has rights over a victim's body.
Royal Shrewsbury Hospital opens new wards with 56 beds
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital has unveiled the new spaces for colorectal and gastroenterology patients, and it is hoped they will help take the pressure off other parts of the hospital.
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