The annual Wye Raft Race has raised more than £11,000 for St David’s Hospice Care.
Despite low river levels cutting entries, crews still helped generate nearly £14,000 overall.
Hospice bosses say the support is vital, with the charity needing more than £9M a year to fund care.
Organisers say the race shows the power of community fundraising – and the next event is planned for September.
New takeaway plan for former bank
A national pizza chain plans to take on a prominent former bank building in the heart of a Herefordshire town.
Ludlow councillor calls for action over deteriorating building
A Ludlow councillor is again calling for action over a deteriorating former Costa Coffee building in the town centre.
Council launches consultation for Summer 2026 Youth Festival
Ludlow Town Council has launched a public consultation on plans for a Summer 2026 Youth Festival at the Wheeler Road Recreation Area.
Resurfacing works planned for road near Church Stretton
Shropshire Council has confirmed a road closure near Church Stretton next month for resurfacing works.
No precept rise for Ludlow
People in Ludlow are set to have welcome news with the town council looking like it won’t be increasing its precept.
Waste collections return to normal across Shropshire
People in Shropshire are being advised what do with their waste collections if bad weather hits again after Storm Goretti brought chaos last week.
Cut in waiting times at Shropshire hospitals
Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust says it’s hugely proud of major progress in cutting treatment waiting times.
New chair for housing association
A housing association in Shropshire has appointed a new chair, pledging to put tenants at the heart of its work.
