6+ hour, 36+ min ago   (219+ words) 80s legend is the latest music star to rock the castle in series of summer gigs Pop legend Rick Astley was the latest music star to rock Ludlow Castle last night. The 80s crooner, famous for hits like Never Gonna Give You…...

10+ hour, 8+ min ago   (471+ words) US President Donald Trump suggested LeBron James may be a “racist” when asked about who is the greatest ever basketball player. James revealed on Friday that he is joining the Philadelphia 76ers after spending eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers....

11+ hour, 33+ min ago   (390+ words) A farewell vigil to the spectacular Knife Angel sculpture is being held in Shrewsbury this coming week. The imposing sculpture, which was created using surrendered blades as a poignant piece of artwork to raise awareness about knife crime, has been…...

19+ hour, 25+ min ago   (376+ words) Families across the region could save money on summer days out thanks to a range of discounted rail fares introduced by publicly owned train operators. The Department for Transport has announced a series of offers aimed at reducing the cost…...

18+ hour, 31+ min ago   (193+ words) A popular walking festival will return to the stunning Shropshire countryside this September. The annual Wellington Walking Festival is set to return to the county on September 14. The week-long event is bigger than ever, featuring 37 events over the course of…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago   (128+ words) See our gallery from The Street’s gig in the stunning setting of Ludlow Castle. The Live at Ludlow Castle series was launched in 2023, created by Leeds-based promoter Future Sound to bring big music acts to the historic Shropshire landmark. This…...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago   (288+ words) HSBC has agreed to sell its Singapore life and insurance business to Allianz for 2.7 billion Singapore dollars (£1.6 billion) amid an ongoing overhaul by chief executive Georges Elhedery. Under the deal, HSBC and Allianz will form a 15-year distribution agreement that…...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago   (226+ words) Ludlow's Mayor is inviting residents and visitors to support two local charities when the annual Mayor's Charity Market returns to the town later this month. The event will take place at Ludlow Market on Thursday, July 30, from 9am to 4pm, bringing together…...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago   (134+ words) Shropshire Star PJ The Showman brings A Family Variety Extravaganza to Pavilion Mid Wales for a bright, lively and entertaining family matinee show Aimed at younger audiences, this afternoon performance is packed with fun, silliness, variety and family-friendly entertainment It…...

2+ day, 8+ hour ago   (324+ words) Connection of Earth Shot are content to forgive her disappointing Irish Oaks performance and “move forward with confidence” after quick conditions scuppered her quest for Classic honours at the Curragh. William Haggas’ daughter of Time Test, who was snapped up…...