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BBC News
3 hours ago
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Shrewsbury bridge streets 'an absolute eyesore' due to pigeon poo
Streets under a bridge in Shrewsbury have been called an "absolute eyesore" by one visitor to the town who was disgusted by the build up of pigeon poo. Devereux Biddlecomb told the BBC the pavements under the train bridges on Chester Street and Castle Foregate were caked in pigeon poo and the "grotty state" was spoiling the town's beauty. Deputy leader of Shropshire Council, Alex Wagner, said it needs permission from Network Rail to improve the netting on the bridges, where the birds roost."It is the number one problem in my inbox for the area," Wagner said. Network Rail who owns the bridges, has been contacted for a response. Liberal Democrat Wagner added while the council has plans to improve the area, it needed to go "step by step" as there would be no point on doing a big clear up, until the netting was Rail improved the netting in 2021 and while Vagner said it helped, it only solved the issue for a short while."It is clear we need more netting, perhaps the meshing is more hardcore and metal rather than the sort of string we have at the moment," he said. He added the bridges and paths underneath formed a key linkway which "tens of thousands of people have as their main pedestrian route". Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
BBC News
4 hours ago
- Sport
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Shrewsbury sign ex-Portsmouth winger Scully
Shrewsbury Town have made their second signing of the week after agreeing a one-year deal with former Portsmouth winger Anthony 26-year-old moves on a free transfer after being released by Pompey earlier this spent last season on loan at Colchester where he made 18 appearances spread across two spells and his move to Salop reunites him with Town head coach Michael Appleton, who he played under at Lincoln former West Ham youth player joined the Imps in February 2020 and was a regular during his two-and-a-half years there, scoring 31 goals in 98 since leaving Lincoln for Wigan, then in the Championship, in September 2022, his opportunities have dried made five appearances in his season with the Latics and only nine in two years with Portsmouth. Scully is Shrewsbury's seventh signing ahead of the new League Two season following the arrivals of goalkeeper Elyh Harrison, defenders Tom Anderson, Sam Stubbs and Will Boyle along with Tom Sang and midfielder Sam Clucas. Director of football Micky Moore said Scully would bring "something different" to Appleton's squad."Michael and Anthony go back many years and they had a very successful time working together before," Moore said."I'm really happy we got this over the line before the season starts because we believe he offers something different to what we've got in the squad."He's someone we've targeted for a while and I know Michael and Anthony have been in touch for a few weeks already."We're thrilled to have him and we're excited to see what he does over the coming season."
BBC News
4 hours ago
- Business
- BBC News
Shrewsbury postman named Postie of the Year
A Shrewsbury postman has spoken of his pride after he won the "unbelievable" Postie of the Year award. Richard Kesterton collected his prize at the inaugural Heart of Royal Mail Awards, after 25 years of service. A Royal Mail spokesperson said the Shropshire postman had "consistently demonstrated Royal Mail's core values". Speaking at the awards, Mr Kesterton said: "It's really special. I'm still very shocked to be named Postie of the Year." He added: "It's unbelievable. It's been inspiring seeing everybody here today. I'm really proud." The Royal Mail said Mr Kesterton's exceptional work as a Workplace Coach had stood role included welcoming and inducting new employees, while also providing ongoing coaching and support to existing team members. The spokesperson added: "His efforts have not only delivered outstanding results but have also earned the admiration and recognition of senior leadership." Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
BBC News
11 hours ago
- Health
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Fewer patients waiting for planned surgery in Shropshire and Telford
A hospital trust has said it has reduced the number of patients on its planned surgery waiting list by 20% in the past nine Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, which runs Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) in Telford and Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH), also said no children or young people had waited longer than a year for said this was down to a series of improvements including a new theatres timetable, more outpatient appointments and new digital tools."It has been a whole team effort including theatres, anaesthetics and booking and scheduling colleagues," said Andrena Weston, from the trust. The number of patients waiting more than a year for planned surgery had reduced by more than 75%, the trust PRH worked from a new high intensity theatre list, which saw 11 hernia procedures take place in one day, while more than 5,500 people were treated in a new planned care hub at the site."This is positive news for our patients as we know that earlier access to routine treatment can lead to a better recovery and improved health outcomes, enabling them to get back to their daily lives as quickly as possible," said consultant surgeon Joe McCloud. Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Yahoo
2 days ago
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Man Utd keeper Harrison joins Shrewsbury on loan
League Two club Shrewsbury Town have signed teenage goalkeeper Elyh Harrison on a season-long loan from Manchester United. The 19-year-old has featured for the Red Devils' under-21 side but is yet to make a first-team appearance for the Premier League club. He spent last season on loan at National League North side Chester, where he made 18 appearances. Shrewsbury director of football Micky Moore says the England Under-20 international has a "bright future" after monitoring his progress last season. "We think he's got all the right characteristics and that this could be a very good loan for him," Moore told the club website. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page
