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Weekly Newsletter

Your Shrewsbury Week: Galentine’s Events, Local History & Community Love

Jan 26, 2026

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14 min read

Your Shrewsbury Week: Galentine’s Events, Local History & Community Love

Your weekly guide to local events, Galentine’s treats, intriguing history, and ways to share a little love in town.

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Local News

New Activities Launched for Young People with Sight Loss Across Shropshire

Jan 24, 2026

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3 min read

New Activities Launched for Young People with Sight Loss Across Shropshire

Sight Loss Shropshire partners with Telford & Wrekin Council to deliver dedicated support and activities for young people aged 14-25 across the region.

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Local News

Boxing for Parkinson's Classes Launch in Shrewsbury

Jan 23, 2026

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3 min read

Boxing for Parkinson's Classes Launch in Shrewsbury

A new Boxing for Parkinson's class is launching in Shrewsbury this February, offering people living with the condition a fun and engaging way to stay active through specialist non-contact boxing sessions.

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Weekly Newsletter

Your Shrewsbury Week: Restaurant Closure, Valentine's Ideas & 2026 Events

Jan 19, 2026

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20 min read

Your Shrewsbury Week: Restaurant Closure, Valentine's Ideas & 2026 Events

Discover new local events, a restaurant says goodbye, and Shrewsbury goes viral.

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Business

Shropshire Solopreneur Launches Ablepreneurs® to Champion Disabled and Chronically Ill Entrepreneurs, Freelancers and Creatives

Jan 11, 2026

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3 min read

Shropshire Solopreneur Launches Ablepreneurs® to Champion Disabled and Chronically Ill Entrepreneurs, Freelancers and Creatives

Shrewsbury solopreneur Helen Pugh has launched Ablepreneurs to support disabled and chronically ill entrepreneurs across the UK with resources, connections and community.

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Local News

Sight Loss Equipment Rehoming Service Launches in Shropshire

Jan 10, 2026

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3 min read

Sight Loss Equipment Rehoming Service Launches in Shropshire

Sight Loss Shropshire's initiative connects unused vision aids with people who need them most.

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Weekly Newsletter

Your Shrewsbury Week: NYE Events, Christmas Photos & Night Bus Extended

Dec 23, 2025

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19 min read

Your Shrewsbury Week: NYE Events, Christmas Photos & Night Bus Extended

Discover Shrewsbury’s NYE celebrations, festive highlights from around town, and the latest news.

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Local News

Dwtylife's Secret Santa Celebrates Community Kindness

Dec 19, 2025

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3 min read

Dwtylife's Secret Santa Celebrates Community Kindness

Shrewsbury wellbeing business Dwtylife is celebrating the season with a gratitude-led Secret Santa giveaway, gifting handmade merchandise to 25 deserving local nominees who spread kindness year-round.

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Weekly Newsletter

Your Shrewsbury Week: New Shops, Carols in the Square & Christmas Gigs

Dec 15, 2025

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18 min read

Your Shrewsbury Week: New Shops, Carols in the Square & Christmas Gigs

From a sparkling new shop to festive carols and Christmas gigs, here’s what’s happening in Shrewsbury this week.

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Local News

Immersive Matinee: Global Ambient Sounds Coming to Shrewsbury Library

Dec 14, 2025

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3 min read

Immersive Matinee: Global Ambient Sounds Coming to Shrewsbury Library

A special afternoon concert at Shrewsbury Library promises transportive soundscapes and a rare chance to see the historic venue in a new light.

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Local News

Santa's Sleigh Brings Festive Cheer to Shrewsbury

Dec 11, 2025

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3 min read

Santa's Sleigh Brings Festive Cheer to Shrewsbury

The Rotary Club of Shrewsbury Severn is touring the town with Santa's Sleigh throughout December, raising funds for local charities and good causes while spreading festive joy to families across the area.

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Local News

Diggidy Dogs Brings Paw-some Products to Shrewsbury

Dec 10, 2025

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4 min read

Diggidy Dogs Brings Paw-some Products to Shrewsbury

A new shop dedicated to dogs and their owners has opened on Shoplatch, offering everything from doggy patisserie treats to agility training gear, with the owner's competition experience informing every product choice.

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Local News

Shrewsbury Comedy Festival Reveals 2026 Gala Headliners

Dec 9, 2025

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3 min read

Shrewsbury Comedy Festival Reveals 2026 Gala Headliners

Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival has announced its first wave of acts for next summer's gala show at Theatre Severn, with tickets now on sale for the 12 July event.

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Weekly Newsletter

Your Shrewsbury Week: Discover Princess Street, Get Ready for NYE & What’s New

Dec 8, 2025

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19 min read

Your Shrewsbury Week: Discover Princess Street, Get Ready for NYE & What’s New

Check out the latest NYE plans, uncover part of Shrewsbury’s hidden history and catch up on all the newest events around town.

Will A

Local News

New Year's Eve Midnight Run Returns to Shrewsbury

Dec 8, 2025

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3 min read

New Year's Eve Midnight Run Returns to Shrewsbury

After a one-year break, Shrewsbury's unique New Year's Eve Midnight Run is back at the Quarry, offering three distances for all abilities as the clock strikes twelve.

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Local News

New 24/7 Travel Agent Opens in Shrewsbury

Dec 6, 2025

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3 min read

New 24/7 Travel Agent Opens in Shrewsbury

Lara Perkins has launched a personal travel service in Shrewsbury after 17+ years in the industry, offering bespoke holiday planning with round-the-clock availability from a home-based office.

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Weekly Newsletter

Your Shrewsbury Week: Shop Openings on Shoplatch, NYE Events & New Exhibitions

Nov 30, 2025

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21 min read

Your Shrewsbury Week: Shop Openings on Shoplatch, NYE Events & New Exhibitions

Discover shop openings, festive NYE plans, and creative exhibitions to enjoy.

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Weekly Newsletter

Your Shrewsbury Week: Pub Reopens, Fresh Art Arrives & Christmas Gigs Await

Nov 24, 2025

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23 min read

Your Shrewsbury Week: Pub Reopens, Fresh Art Arrives & Christmas Gigs Await

Shrewsbury’s latest: new art exhibitions, a beloved pub reopening, and plenty of Christmas concerts now on the calendar.

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Featured

Nov 21, 2025

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2 min read

Shrewsbury Local Offers & Promotions

A roundup of deals, discounts, and special announcements from businesses around town.

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Featured

Submit Your Event, Offer, or News to Shrewsbury Scoop

Nov 21, 2025

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3 min read

Submit Your Event, Offer, or News to Shrewsbury Scoop

We'll share it with thousands of Shrewsbury residents for free.

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Featured

More Than Movies: Open Door Cinema Club Finds Its Crowd

Nov 19, 2025

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4 min read

More Than Movies: Open Door Cinema Club Finds Its Crowd

A look inside the Sunday screenings combining classic films, quizzes and post-film pints

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Local News

Nov 19, 2025

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4 min read

Shropshire Entrepreneur's Digital Wellbeing Drive Eyes Record

A Shropshire-based campaign is leading the charge against digital burnout across the UK.

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Your Shrewsbury Week: 100+ Events, Salopian Open & Festive Picks

Nov 17, 2025

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22 min read

Your Shrewsbury Week: 100+ Events, Salopian Open & Festive Picks

Explore 100+ local events, celebrate the Salopian Open, and get into the festive spirit across Shrewsbury.

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Featured

Young Finley-Jay's Kindness Keeps Ambulance Crews Going

Nov 15, 2025

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4 min read

Young Finley-Jay's Kindness Keeps Ambulance Crews Going

Read about Finley-Jay's story.

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Featured

You’ve Seen His Work: Now Meet Shrewsbury’s Graffiti-Fighting Hero John Edwards

Nov 15, 2025

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5 min read

You’ve Seen His Work: Now Meet Shrewsbury’s Graffiti-Fighting Hero John Edwards

Shrewsbury's volunteer sign cleaner John Edwards tackles grime across town.

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