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4,000 homes and giant business site plan returns for Shropshire green belt: The plan would create the largest new settlement in Shropshire
shropshirestar.com/news/green-belt-development-village-weston-park-bradford-estates-viscount-newport-homes-housing-local-plan-tong-shifnal-albrighton-newport-9339292
Newport woman creates website to connect people with local community groups
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HGV hits wall in Shropshire town: The incident happened at 6am on Monday.
shropshirestar.com/news/hgv-hits-wall-newport-9338084

'Dilapidated' former village pub at centre of community row up for sale for £200,000
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'Dilapidated' former village pub at centre of community row up for sale for £200,000
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Paid articlePaywall Drink driver, 32, found guilty of being double the limit at Newport retail park: Lengthy road ban and expensive legal bill handed down over motoring offence
shropshirestar.com/news/crime/drink-driver-32-found-guilty-of-being-double-the-limit-at-newport-retail-park-9327367
Councillor and Scouts launch seasonal solution to Newport’s postal problems
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Newport businesses join forces for spooktacular half-term ghost hunt: The free event is running until November 1
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Not the warmest welcome for new rector as Newport church faces £40k boiler bill: Despite the chilly start to her new job, Reverend Pippa said her reception from ...
shropshirestar.com/news/not-the-warmest-welcome-for-new-rector-as-newport-church-faces-ps40k-boiler-bill-9308908

Gypsy and traveller site plan near Newport unveiled: It would have four static caravans, four day rooms, parking areas and spaces for four touring caravans and ...
shropshirestar.com/news/gipsy-and-traveller-site-plan-near-newport-unveiled-9270258

'I feel very connected to Newport' - Restaurant owners share 'excitement' ahead of next week's opening
shropshirestar.com/news/newport-restaurant-owners-share-excitement-ahead-of-next-weeks-opening-9292029

Newport barbershop raises £1,500 for cancer charities after 12-hour darts marathon
shropshirestar.com/your-world/newport-barbershop-raises-ps1500-for-cancer-charities-after-12-hour-darts-marathon-9298988

'Outrageous:' Newport councillors asked to fly Telford flag 'respectfully decline'
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Hayden Mullins hails Newport ‘character’ after hitting back to draw at Rotherham: Harrison Biggins (penalty) and Ged Garner earned a point after being two goals ...
shropshirestar.com/uk-sports/hayden-mullins-hails-newport-character-after-hitting-back-to-draw-at-rotherham-9300095

New chapter for Newport school as library transformation under way: The redevelopment coincides with National Year of Reading 2026
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'I feel very connected to Newport' - Restaurant owners share 'excitement' ahead of next week's opening
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Man arrested after two-vehicle crash on A41: Police and fire crews were scrambled to the scene
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Fire crews scramble after 'firework lit in basement' of Shropshire house: Crews rush to house fire
shropshirestar.com/news/telford/newport/fire-crews-scrambled-after-firework-lit-in-basement-of-shropshire-house-9279282
11 scrumptious photos of this year's Newport Food Frenzy as town centre packed with foodies in the sunshine
shropshirestar.com/news/11-scrumptious-photos-of-this-years-newport-food-frenzy-as-town-centre-packed-with-foodies-in-the-sunshine-9262809

St Georges lift the Wrekin Cup after beating holders in the final: All the latest action from across the county’s bowling greens.
shropshirestar.com/sport/bowls/st-georges-lift-the-wrekin-cup-after-beating-holders-in-the-final-9269453

'We fear it toppling over' - Newport oak tree reduction plan backed by worried neighbours
shropshirestar.com/news/we-fear-it-toppling-over-newport-oak-tree-reduction-plan-backed-by-worried-neighbours-9269909

Dream home for golf lovers as Shropshire manor beside parkland course goes up for sale
shropshirestar.com/news/shropshire-newport-manor-home-for-sale-golf-course-9252085

Acclaimed young guitarist Tohi Harada to perform in Newport: Award-winning guitarist Tohi Harada will perform works by composers including Bach and Dowland at ...
shropshirestar.com/your-world/acclaimed-young-guitarist-tohi-harada-to-perform-in-newport-9204736

New padel centre among latest Telford planning applications: The owner of an indoor trampoline park in Telford has submitted plans to have five padel courts.
shropshirestar.com/news/telford/new-padel-centre-among-latest-telford-planning-applications-9204830
Hayden Mullins thinking big after Newport defeat Grimsby
Full story: Hayden Mullins thinking big after Newport defeat Grimsby

Newport dance studio has 'fingers crossed' as plans for new site in town progress
shropshirestar.com/news/newport-dance-studio-has-fingers-crossed-as-plans-for-new-site-in-town-progress-9144337

Town centre road closures planned for return of Newport food festival: Organisers are expecting more than 50 stalls
shropshirestar.com/news/town-centre-road-closures-planned-for-return-of-newport-food-festival-9145999

Newport Waitrose customers help secure £1,500 donation for Age UK: The donation will support services helping older people across Newport and the surrounding ...
shropshirestar.com/your-world/newport-waitrose-customers-help-secure-ps1500-donation-for-age-uk-9143887

No ‘quick fix’ for Newport flooding problems, mayor warns: The 1950s network is struggling to cope with modern issues
shropshirestar.com/news/no-quick-fix-for-newport-flooding-problems-mayor-warns-9130215
🎽Runners took to the streets yesterday for the ever-popular Stafford 10K. The event saw competitors head around the town centre taking in stretches such as ... Show more

Motorists beware: 22 roads shut today for Stafford 10K 2026: You've been warned!
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Newport great-grandmother enjoys surprise trike ride for 94th birthday: Wynn Bentley was expecting a quiet lunch but instead enjoyed a surprise ride on a ...
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I loved the chance to explore this Shropshire market town's hidden history: Historic Newport sites welcomes visitors for Heritage Open Day
shropshirestar.com/whats-on/newport-guildhall-heritage-open-days-9046843

Plan for new Newport dance centre gets dozens of messages in support: "It is on a little bit of a sticky wicket at the moment”
shropshirestar.com/news/plan-for-new-newport-dance-centre-gets-dozens-of-messages-in-support-9048045

‘Shadow’ parish council near Newport set to hold first meeting later this month: The new council will have a total of 10 councillors, seven of them from Church ...
shropshirestar.com/news/shadow-parish-council-near-newport-set-to-hold-first-meeting-later-this-month-9000182

'More like a hotel than a care home': Newport’s new retirement complex prepares to welcome first residents
shropshirestar.com/news/newports-new-ps20m-retirement-complex-prepares-to-welcome-its-first-residents-9021465
"Please don't come down here!" Newport residents warn drivers to stay away as several streets are hit by flash floods.
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Council spends £49.50 on ‘posh sandbags’ to keep floodwater out of historic Shropshire building
shropshirestar.com/news/telford/newport/council-spends-ps4950-on-posh-sandbags-to-keep-floodwater-out-9011445

MP calls summit in Newport on dealing with dementia: Experts from across the county will be asked to share ideas on helping dementia patients
shropshirestar.com/news/mp-calls-summit-in-newport-on-dealing-with-dementia-8975707

Long‑serving Shropshire agricultural stalwart named Newport Show president: Neil has worked with the NFU for more than three decades
shropshirestar.com/news/long-serving-shropshire-agricultural-stalwart-named-newport-show-president-8973729

'Far too often' - Newport begins clean‑up after latest flash flooding: The town’s mayor said flooding was becoming far too common
shropshirestar.com/news/far-too-often-newport-begins-clean-up-after-latest-flash-flooding-8947654

Shropshire café relocating to 'the most beautiful building in town': The Tudor landmark survived Newport’s Great Fire
shropshirestar.com/news/shropshire-cafe-relocating-to-the-most-beautiful-building-in-town-8940074
No jail for man who launched 'vile' attack on partner in Newport street: “They are the actions of an animal.”
shropshirestar.com/news/no-jail-for-man-who-launched-vile-attack-on-partner-in-newport-street-8947907

The Shropshire town where property prices have dropped the most: Across the country prices of newly listed properties fell by more than £7k
shropshirestar.com/news/the-shropshire-town-where-property-prices-have-dropped-the-most-8937647
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36 Newport homes without power due to 'fault': No estimate has yet been given for when it will be restored.
shropshirestar.com/news/36-newport-homes-without-power-due-to-fault-8948837

Family 'devastated' as body found in search of Newport teenager who went missing in Romanian mountains
shropshirestar.com/news/body-found-in-search-of-shropshire-teenager-who-went-missing-in-romanian-mountains-8922867
'Way beyond my wildest dreams': New flower shop blossoms on Shropshire high street
shropshirestar.com/news/new-flower-shop-blossoms-on-newport-high-street-8934314

Viral 'TikTok vicar' appointed as Newport parish priest: The vicar has more than 31,000 followers on TikTok
shropshirestar.com/news/viral-tiktok-vicar-appointed-as-newport-parish-priest-8934999
Family 'devastated' as body found in search of Newport teenager who went missing in Romanian mountains

Man, 30, killed after crash with tractor on A41 near Newport - police appeal: Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward
shropshirestar.com/news/man-30-killed-after-crash-with-tractor-near-newport-police-appeal-8912653

GCSE results day 2026: Photos, video and advice as Shropshire students get their grades
shropshirestar.com/news/education/gcse-results-day-2026-photos-video-and-advice-as-shropshire-students-get-their-grades-8929710

Newport parents back community dance plans: Community organisation Urban Out Steppers has asked council officials for permission to change the use a unit at Nova ...
shropshirestar.com/news/newport-parents-back-community-dance-plans-8932281

Newport Salop start pre-season with a pair of wins in double header: Newport have begun their pre-season preparations.
shropshirestar.com/sport/rugby/newport-salop-start-pre-season-with-a-pair-of-wins-8928205

Shropshire MP calls for Angela Rayner to intervene over Lilleshall solar farm issue
shropshirestar.com/news/shropshire-mp-calls-for-angela-rayner-to-intervene-over-lilleshall-solar-farm-issue-8930283

Paid articlePaywall Hefty fine for Newport man, 44, who chased someone with baseball bat in B&M car park
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Newport pub could be saved under deal with hospitality chain: While the Newport pub is currently closed, it could soon reopen to the public
shropshirestar.com/news/newport-pub-could-be-saved-under-deal-with-hospitality-chain-8919535

Date confirmed for 2026 return of annual Newport food festival: The event will return this October
shropshirestar.com/news/date-confirmed-for-2026-return-of-annual-newport-food-festival-8927679

Pig manure fertiliser tower approved at Newport farm as resident calls for controls
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World‑class theatre comes to Newport with National Theatre screening: The screening will take place on September 12
shropshirestar.com/news/world-class-theatre-comes-to-newport-with-national-theatre-screening-8911960

Plans for fully let rural business park near Newport to expand into farmland: Planners will be called on to weigh up the proposal before making a decision
shropshirestar.com/news/plans-for-fully-let-rural-business-park-near-newport-to-expand-into-farmland-8911432
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Watch the solar eclipse from Shropshire's stunning petal fields: The petal fields opened up earlier this month for the annual event.
shropshirestar.com/news/watch-the-solar-eclipse-from-shropshires-stunning-petal-fields-8875561

Preservation work to begin on historic canalside 'black shed' in Newport: Work is expected to take around four weeks
shropshirestar.com/news/preservation-work-to-begin-on-historic-canalside-building-in-newport-8838262

Firefighters rush to kitchen blaze in Newport: Crews were called out to a fire in Newport.
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Newport Helpline volunteers recognised for decades of dedicated service: Dedicated volunteers recognised for years of service
shropshirestar.com/news/telford/newport/newport-helpline-volunteers-recognised-for-decades-of-dedicated-service-8828002

Fire service called to field fires as blazes erupt in South Shropshire and Newport farms
shropshirestar.com/news/fire-service-deal-with-field-fires-as-blazes-erupt-in-south-shropshire-and-newport-farms-8820710

Crop field south of Newport can be used for 166 homes, councillors decide: The Bellway Homes plan for the field in Church Aston includes a section 106 agreement ...
shropshirestar.com/news/crop-field-south-of-newport-can-be-used-for-166-homes-councillors-decide-8817754

Two-week closure planned for Newport town centre road: The closure affects around 50 metres of road
shropshirestar.com/news/two-week-closure-planned-for-newport-town-centre-road-8815100

Phone repair shop plans for former Shropshire micro-pub: The pub closed in December last year
shropshirestar.com/news/phone-repair-shop-plans-for-former-shropshire-micro-pub-8814884

More than 230 object to chicken farm plan near Newport as opponents meet: The plan was first lodged in February 2025 and the applicants have provided an ...
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Garage contents destroyed by blaze in Newport home: The fire broke out at around 9.30am on Monday
shropshirestar.com/news/garage-contents-destroyed-by-blaze-in-newport-home-8811321

New £25,000 outdoor reading area opens at village school to inspire young readers
shropshirestar.com/your-world/new-ps25000-outdoor-reading-area-opens-at-village-school-to-inspire-young-readers-8810078

Newport golf club hopes to get into the swing of padel craze if planners approve: Planning application has been lodged with Telford and Wrekin Council.
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Motorists face disruption after crash on Stafford A-road that leads to Newport: The road was blocked following a crash on the A518 Newport Road both ways from ...
shropshirestar.com/news/motorists-face-disruption-after-crash-on-stafford-a-road-that-leads-to-newport-8803896

£50,000 raised as Newport hosts British Rugby Sevens: The British Army Rugby Sevens ended the day as the overall winners
shropshirestar.com/news/ps50000-raised-as-newport-hosts-british-rugby-sevens-8798930

Fire crews respond and deal with motorbike battery blaze in Newport: The incident happened in Newport
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Shropshire firefighters called to assist with Staffordshire field fire: A crew from Newport Fire Station attended the scene at Shebdon, Staffordshire.
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