Sunday, 7th September 2008

Latest North Shropshire stories

Computer crash hits GP surgeries

Medical practices across North Shropshire were thrown into chaos yesterday, Wednesday, after computer problems meant that patients couldn’t make appointments or order prescriptions and doctors couldn’t view patient records.

Bid to cut speed limit

Roads around a North Shropshire hamlet could have their speed limits slashed after residents expressed concerns over speeding motorists.

Apathy sinks youth float

Youth workers have been forced to pull their float out of Wem’s carnival this Saturday after hitting a wall of apathy from youngsters’ parents – with one disgruntled volunteer resigning over the issue.

Town clerk rushed to hospital

Wem’s town clerk was rushed to hospital after being found collapsed on the floor of her office.

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Bus fares set to rocket

Passengers are set to be hit by rocketing bus fares with increases of as much as 77 per cent being rolled out across the district

What fist-time buyers have to earn

First-time buyers living in villages north of Shrewsbury must earn around £27,000 to make it on to the property ladder, it has been revealed.

Stars help young Alex

A four-year-old cancer sufferer from Ellesmere has touched the hearts of celebrities as his family rally around him to raise awareness for cancer charities.

Scout hut is saved

A village scout hut has been saved from demolition, but campaigners fear they still face a fight to secure its long-term future.

Play cancelled after death

An amateur dramatics play due to be performed in Ellesmere was cancelled after the death of a popular member of the cast.

Mystery of cat from Isle of Wight

Staff at a cat shelter have been baffled by the appearance of a moggy which has come 200 miles from the Isle of Wight to Wem.