Comedian Mark Thomas brings 40 years of stand-up to Shrewsbury: The comedian, writer and campaigner will look back on four decades of comedy and activism at ...
shropshirestar.com/your-world/comedian-mark-thomas-brings-40-years-of-stand-up-to-shrewsbury-9130727

M48 Severn Bridge to close overnight for maintenance works: The M48 Severn Bridge will close westbound for overnight maintenance.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26569654.m48-severn-bridge-close-overnight-maintenance-works/

Businesses tasked with 'escaping' Shrewsbury Prison for hospice fundraiser: Severn Hospice is asking local professionals to beg for bail money at its cooperation ...
shropshirestar.com/news/businesses-tasked-with-escaping-shrewsbury-prison-for-hospice-fundraiser-9130879

Images show falling water levels at major reservoir that supplies the River Severn
shropshirestar.com/news/images-show-falling-water-levels-at-major-reservoir-that-supplies-the-river-severn-8916572

It's official: Warning to save water as drought declared in West Midlands: July set to be second driest on record
expressandstar.com/news/its-official-warning-to-save-water-as-drought-declared-in-west-midlands-8828084

Body found after 22-year-old man went missing in River Severn in Shrewsbury, police confirm
shropshirestar.com/news/brody-leach-body-found-severn-shrewsbury-search-and-rescue-8765129

'Fabulous' 1940s event takes place at Severn Valley Railway: A 1940s-themed event in Kidderminster, Bewdley, and Arley has been called 'fabulous' ...
kidderminstershuttle.co.uk/news/26254233.fabulous-1940s-event-takes-place-severn-valley-railway/

Tragedy as Brody Leach described as 'life and soul of the room' pulled out of River Severn
mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/brody-leach-dead-shrewsbury-river-37356645

Body of man, 22, pulled from River Severn in yet another heatwave tragedy: Brody Leach, 22, reportedly got into difficulty in the River Severn during the ...
mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/river-severn-heatwave-man-dead-37355614

Flowers and a cuddly monkey placed in tribute at Shrewsbury bridge after 'loveliest lad' dies in River Severn
shropshirestar.com/news/shrewsbury-river-brody-leach-tributes-monkey-8765885
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Severn Valley Railway offering £1 kids tickets for this May half term - perfect for a fun family day out
shropshirestar.com/whats-on/severn-valley-railway-offering-ps1-kids-tickets-this-may-half-term-8517397

M48 Severn Bridge reopens after crash and broken-down car: Woman was taken to hospital and drivers faced lengthy delays after a two-car collision on the M48 ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26002599.m48-severn-bridge-reopens-crash-broken-down-car/

‘If you knew what was lurking in the water you’d keep an eye on your dogs’ - Angler’s warning as he pulls monster fish from West Midlands river
expressandstar.com/news/environment/2026/02/22/if-you-knew-what-was-lurking-in-the-water-youd-keep-an-eye-on-your-dogs-anglers-warning-as-he-pulls-monster-fish-from-west-midlands-river/

British vessels shadow Russian warship off coast: Royal Navy ships and aircraft were activated to monitor Russian naval movements in the English Channel during a ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-vessels-shadow-russian-warship-off-coast/

UK Navy shadows Russian warships through English Channel: Royal Navy warships and aircraft were activated to shadow Russian naval vessels during a two-day ...
defence-blog.com/uk-navy-shadows-russian-warships-through-english-channel/

RECAP -M48 Severn Bridge closed due to high winds: The M48 Severn Bridge is currently closed due to high winds.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25799003.recap--m48-severn-bridge-closed-due-high-winds/

Distribution Deals for the Week of January 12, 2026: Simon & Schuster inks a deal with Severn River Publishing, and SPCK Group teams up with Baylor University ...
publishersweekly.com/pw/newsbrief/
M4 live updates as both Severn Bridges are closed to drivers: The Severn Bridge is shut and the Prince of Wales bridge has two lanes closed
walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/m4-live-updates-both-severn-33024051

Watch as Shropshire musician breaks hearts singing in memory of her mum at emotional Christmas Severn Hospice ceremony
Flood alert update: River Severn set to peak midweek after yellow weather warning
shropshirestar.com/news/environment/flooding/2025/12/01/flood-alert-update-river-severn-set-to-peak-midweek-after-yellow-weather-warning/

Royal Navy shadows Russian vessels twice in two weeks: The Royal Navy has carried out two interceptions in as many weeks after Russian vessels entered UK waters ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/royal-navy-shadows-russian-vessels-twice-in-two-weeks/

Royal Navy intercepts two Russian ships in English Channel: HMS Severn headed off the warship and a tanker as they sailed west through the Dover Strait ...
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c997vm74ydvo

Montreal weather: Ontario's winter storm will sweep into central Quebec: Montreal and the rest of southern Quebec will be spared.
montrealgazette.com/news/weather/montreal-weather-ontarios-winter-storm-will-sweep-into-central-quebec

Russian warships escorted by Royal Navy off Kent coast: The Royal Navy intercepted two Russian warships off the Kent coast and shadowed their passage close to UK ...
kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/russian-warships-escorted-by-royal-navy-off-kent-coast-332971/

A look back in time: 25 fascinating historic photos of the River Severn at Bridgnorth
shropshirestar.com/news/nostalgia/2025/11/23/25-fascinating-historic-photos-of-the-river-severn-at-bridgnorth/

Latest river levels in Shropshire: Warnings in place as flooding of properties and businesses possible
shropshirestar.com/news/environment/flooding/2025/11/17/latest-river-levels-in-shropshire-warnings-in-place-as-flooding-of-properties-and-businesses-possible/

Key FactsClimate Crisis Threatens Liberia and Global Stability
Nov 17, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: frontpageafricaonline.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: frontpageafricaonline.com
- Climate change causes more frequent floods, rising sea levels, and erratic rainfall, severely impacting livelihoods in Liberia.
- Greenhouse gas emissions from burning fossil fuels drive global warming and shifting weather patterns.
- Liberia aims to reduce emissions by 64% by 2030 through forest conservation, climate-smart farming, and renewable energy.
- Vulnerable nations demand increased funding from major polluters to address climate-induced losses and damages.
Watch: Coffee shop on stilts and flood barriers up as Shropshire prepares for river levels to peak - in pictures
shropshirestar.com/news/2025/11/16/watch-coffee-shop-on-stilts-and-flood-barriers-up-as-shropshire-prepares-for-river-levels-to-peak-in-pictures/

Equestrian skills of Severn Vale Home Care team leaders: WHEN a mother-and-daughter team finish their work you won’t find them putting their feet up.
malverngazette.co.uk/news/25617725.equestrian-skills-severn-vale-home-care-team-leaders/

Three Bewdley roads set to close as flood defences to be deployed - here's which roads will be shut
expressandstar.com/news/2025/11/12/three-bewdley-roads-set-to-close-as-flood-defences-to-be-deployed-heres-which-roads-will-be-shut/

Flood warnings and alerts issued after heavy rain in the Black Country and Staffordshire
expressandstar.com/news/environment/2025/11/12/flood-warnings-and-alerts-issued-after-heavy-rain-in-the-black-country-and-staffordshire/

Rural Shropshire residents in mobile 'not spots' reconnected through signal-boosting scheme
shropshirestar.com/news/environment/2025/11/10/rural-shropshire-residents-in-mobile-not-spots-reconnected-through-signal-boosting-scheme/

'The support from Severn Hospice meant so much to us': Shrewsbury business creates new blend of coffee to thank charity
shropshirestar.com/news/local-hubs/shrewsbury/2025/11/09/shrewsbury-business-creates-new-blend-of-coffee-for-severn-hospice/

33 stunning autumn scenes across Wolverhampton and the West Midlands from the archives
expressandstar.com/news/features/2025/11/06/33-stunning-autumn-scenes-across-wolverhampton-and-the-west-midlands/

Train collides with car at South Baltimore crossing, officials say: A CSX train collided with a Jeep Cherokee at Hollins Ferry Road and Severn Street ...
baltimoresun.com/2025/11/05/train-crash/

Severn Edge Vets Kinver launches firework pet stress campaign: A vets in Kinver has launched a campaign to help pet owners protect animals from stress caused by ...
stourbridgenews.co.uk/news/25596484.severn-edge-vets-kinver-launches-firework-pet-stress-campaign/

Thousands of Shropshire youngsters set for Rudolph Relay to raise money for hospice
shropshirestar.com/news/local-hubs/shrewsbury/2025/11/04/thousands-of-shropshire-youngsters-set-for-rudolph-relay-to-raise-money-for-hospice/

M48 Severn Bridge lane closure overnight: Motorists are being advised of an overnight lane closure on the M48 Severn Bridge, which links Aust in England to ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25593519.m48-severn-bridge-lane-closure-overnight/

Stourport Tesco on Severn Road new laundry kiosk approved: A plan to install a new self-service laundry kiosk at a supermarket on Severn Road in Stourport has ...
kidderminstershuttle.co.uk/news/25588595.stourport-tesco-severn-road-new-laundry-kiosk-approved/

Dates and times M48 Severn Bridge closes for maintenance overnight this week: A diversion via the M4 will be in place
gloucestershirelive.co.uk/news/regional-news/dates-times-m48-severn-bridge-10616876

M48 Severn Bridge closure after crash: as it happened: One of the main routes between Wales and England was closed for almost 18 hours on Saturday
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25589641.m48-severn-bridge-closure-crash-happened/

'It's an honour': Gift maker creates 500 keepsakes for Shropshire hospice to bring comfort to bereaved families
shropshirestar.com/news/local-hubs/north-shropshire/whitchurch/2025/11/01/its-an-honour-gift-maker-creates-500-keepsakes-for-shropshire-hospice-to-bring-comfort-to-bereaved-families/

Chepstow nursery complains over Seven View homeless hostel: Council agreed former old people's home could be homeless hostel despite opposition.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25587575.chepstow-nursery-complains-seven-view-homeless-hostel/

Shropshire border road to be closed 'for some time' after suspected bridge strike - police appeal for info
shropshirestar.com/news/transport/2025/10/28/shropshire-border-road-to-be-closed-for-some-time-after-suspected-bridge-strike-police-appeal-for-info/
Watch the moment over a thousand motorbikes crossed the Severn Bridge for annual 'Hoggin the Bridge' event
Stroud Sea Cadets awarded Royal Navy Burgee for first time: THE Stroud Sea Cadets have been awarded a Royal Navy Burgee for the first time
stroudnewsandjournal.co.uk/news/25538772.stroud-sea-cadets-awarded-royal-navy-burgee-first-time/

M4 Prince of Wales bridge to close one-way for one night this week: M48 restrictions remain in place for lorries meaning a lengthy diversion for these vehicles
walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/m4-prince-wales-bridge-close-32676631

We visited a pub on the banks of the River Severn known for great beer, great food and a great view
shropshirestar.com/entertainment/food-and-drink/2025/10/12/we-visited-a-pub-on-the-banks-of-the-river-severn-known-for-great-beer-great-food-and-a-great-view/

We visited a Bewdley riverside pub which is popular with tourists and provides a great range of meals
expressandstar.com/entertainment/food-and-drink/2025/10/12/we-visited-a-bewdley-riverside-pub-which-is-popular-with-tourists-and-provides-a-great-range-of-meals/

M4 drivers warned of weekend disruption amid lane closures and roadworks: Journeys could be disrupted this weekend
walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/m4-drivers-warned-weekend-disruption-32650701

Runners set to take their marks as Wellington's 10K returns for fourth time - full details and road closures
shropshirestar.com/news/local-hubs/telford/wellington/2025/10/10/runners-set-to-take-their-marks-as-wellingtons-10k-returns-for-fourth-time-full-details-and-road-closures/

Specialist teams searching River Severn for missing person: Search and rescue teams are currently searching the River Severn for a missing person
worcesternews.co.uk/news/25526756.specialist-teams-searching-river-severn-missing-person/

Severn Hospice dragon boats smash £100k barrier – with plans already afloat for 2026
shropshirestar.com/news/local-hubs/shrewsbury/2025/10/07/severn-hospice-dragon-boats-smash-100k-barrier-with-plans-already-afloat-for-2026/

Planned overnight closure on M48 Severn Bridge tonight: Severn Bridge will close tonight from 8am until 6am the next day
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25524495.planned-overnight-closure-m48-severn-bridge-tonight/

The 'Blackpool of the West' that was once a bustling seaside resort: Severn Beach was a popular resort for decades, with hundreds of day-trippers heading to the ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/blackpool-west-once-bustling-seaside-10529024

Severn Bridge closed in both directions as Storm Amy hits: The M48 Severn Bridge and other main roads in Gwent are closed as Storm Amy sweeps the UK.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25517584.severn-bridge-closed-directions-storm-amy-hits/

Storm Amy closes Severn Bridge as strong winds batter West
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/live-storm-amy-closes-severn-10549410

'Shocking' levels of sewage pollution in rivers Avon, Severn and Isbourne spark call for urgent pumping station upgrades
gloucestershirelive.co.uk/news/gloucester-news/shocking-levels-sewage-pollution-rivers-10543890

Severn's Club in Stourport defibrillator installed: A life-saving defibrillator has been installed at a popular venue in Stourport thanks to the generosity of ...
kidderminstershuttle.co.uk/news/25513338.severns-club-stourport-defibrillator-installed/

Opinion'NHS 111 service saved me in my time of need' - Your views and a nostalgic 1968 picture of the A442 near Bridgnorth
shropshirestar.com/news/voices/readers-letters/2025/10/02/nhs-111-service-saved-me-in-my-time-of-need-your-views-and-a-nostalgic-1968-picture-of-the-a442-near-bridgnorth/

Severn Trent latest as Stroud areas without water: SOME homes in the Stroud area are without water this morning.
stroudnewsandjournal.co.uk/news/25511373.severn-trent-latest-stroud-areas-without-water/

Closure between M4 junctions on Prince of Wales Bridge: An M4 junction on the Prince of Wales Bridge is planned for closure tonight.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25510508.closure-m4-junctions-prince-wales-bridge/

Stourport Tesco on Severn Road plan for new laundry kiosk: A plan has been submitted to install a new self-service laundry kiosk at a supermarket on Severn Road ...
kidderminstershuttle.co.uk/news/25510390.stourport-tesco-severn-road-plan-new-laundry-kiosk/

'Pretty' UK forest with waterfalls three hours from Nottingham tops lists of best autumn walks
nottinghampost.com/news/uk-world-news/pretty-uk-forest-waterfalls-three-10537135

32 fantastic pictures of World Rivers Day in Arlingham: WORLD Rivers Day was celebrated by Sacred Severn and other local community groups raising awareness of ...
stroudnewsandjournal.co.uk/news/25502388.35-fantastic-pictures-world-rivers-day-arlingham/

The world-famous Flying Scotsman has arrived in Kidderminster! It’s making a rare appearance at the Severn Valley Railway to celebrate the reopening of the ... Show more
Updates Severn Bridge delays as ‘strong winds’ batter UK: Severn Bridge delay updates here
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25362034.updates-severn-bridge-delays-strong-winds-batter-uk/

Live updates as major road closed in both directions due to police incident: All traffic is being held while emergency services respond to the incident
walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/live-updates-major-road-closed-32122630

Severn Bridge closed in both directions - LIVE: Severn Bridge is currently closed in both directions due to strong winds.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25314222.severn-bridge-closed-directions---live/

Flying Scotsman set to visit Severn Valley Railway: THE world-famous 'Flying Scotsman' will haul the first passenger train along the full length of the Severn ...
kidderminstershuttle.co.uk/news/25241869.flying-scotsman-set-visit-severn-valley-railway/

Poultry megafarm in Shropshire halted over river pollution concerns: Planning permission quashed by high court after officials failed to consider impact of ...
theguardian.com/environment/2025/jun/17/poultry-megafarm-in-shropshire-halted-over-river-pollution-concerns

M48: Lorry drivers flout Severn Bridge weight restriction: Weight restrictions on the Severn Bridge have come under scrutiny after pictures were taken of Heavy ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25237371.m48-lorry-drivers-flout-severn-bridge-weight-restriction/

Severn Bridge weight limit sign confusion agency error: National Highways Agency leave old sign near Severn Bridge following weight restriction.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25197088.severn-bridge-weight-limit-sign-confusion-agency-error/

Briefing planned on M48 Severn Bridge weight restriction: The first Severn Bridge will close to heavy goods vehicles later this month.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25139897.briefing-planned-m48-severn-bridge-weight-restriction/

M48 Severn Bridge: Warnings on lorry ban spark reader debate: Many readers have responded with strong opinions following the announcement that heavy goods ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25141802.m48-severn-bridge-warnings-lorry-ban-spark-reader-debate/

Financial advisor from Severn Twp., Ont. arrested after allegedly committing $1.8 million in fraud
cp24.com/news/canada/2025/04/26/financial-advisor-from-severn-twp-ont-arrested-after-allegedly-committing-18-million-in-fraud/

Weight limit to be imposed on 'deteriorating' Severn Bridge: "Whilst the bridge remains safe, it was not designed and built for today’s levels or weight of ...
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/weight-limit-imposed-deteriorating-severn-10101116

