Sunday, 6th July 2008

Latest Shrewsbury stories

Praise for The Last Post? campaign

The Chronicle has been praised for its The Last Post? campaign after a popular town branch was the only under-threat facility to survive in the whole county.

Concerns over young criminals

Children as young as seven have been investigated for a range of criminal acts in the town, the Chronicle can reveal.

Victory dedicated to Clare

As Clare and her mum Pattie Jones watched the teams of dragon boats racing down the River Severn, they vowed that next year they would be on the water with a team of their own.

Seeking details of lost sister

I am hoping your readers may be able to help in the search for my husband David’s half sister.

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Festival 2008

Farmer bulldozes neighbour’s garden

When David Elliott returned home to his bungalow on Monday after picking up his daughter from school he found a digger ripping up the fences and bushes in his garden.

Ban on night fishing

Fishermen have been dealt a blow after a ban was re-introduced along a stretch of the River Severn, despite bailiff teams turning a ‘blind eye’ in recent years.

Residents’ alarm at 12-metre mast

Alarmed residents have hit out at proposals to construct a 12-metre mast near their homes after learning of the plans just days before the consultation period ended.

Frisbee-like golf course

Council bosses will be the first in the country to fund a unique £2,200 golf course which will tee off next month.

West Midlands Show 2008

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Top trophies go out to the best animals in show while other competitors also receive accolades.

Plans for river unveiled

Final plans for revitalising the River Severn in Shrewsbury were announced this week as part of a £150,000 package to increase the use of the waterway.