Haycock Way in Shrewsbury will be closed from 9.30am to 4pm on Wednesday 21 January [2026] for barrier repairs. During the closure…
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Feedback using the national adult social care survey
Shropshire Council is currently issuing a letter to a sample of people who use adult social care services to find out their…
Local companies step up to support stranded boaters after Whitchurch canal breach
In the aftermath of the major breach on the Llangollen Canal near Whitchurch on 22 December 2025, which left boats stranded and…
Shropshire Growth Hub enters new era as new manager takes the helm
Shropshire Growth Hub will enter a new phase in 2026 as Emma Chapman – its manager for the past seven years –…
Two roads in Alveley to be resurfaced
Two roads in Alveley are to be resurfaced from Monday 19 to Friday 23 January[2026]. Daddlebrook Road (to Fenn Green), and Lowe…
Shropshire Council worker among local heroes in The King’s New Year Honours 2026
Several outstanding individuals from Shropshire have been recognised in The King’s New Year Honours 2026, celebrating their exceptional contributions to public service,…
Opportunity to learn more about emerging water management plan for the upper Severn
The Severn Valley Water Management Scheme (SVWMS) will be in Melverley on Tuesday January 6 to share its emerging plan at the…
Do you want to quit smoking? We can help. Make 2026 the year you quit smoking and start feeling the benefits
It’s never too late to quit smoking! Shropshire’s Healthy Lives Stop Smoking Service provides free, local support with quitting smoking. You’ll benefit from regular one-to-one appointments over…
Llangollen Canal breach at Whitchurch – latest statement
News from the Canal & River Trust – 24 December 2025 A breach on the Llangollen Canal near New Mills Lift Bridge,…
Support continues for those affected by the Whitchurch canal breach
Shropshire Council and its partner agencies continue to support all those who have been affected by the recent canal breach in Whitchurch. Those in need of help or accommodation are…
