While there was a decrease in some specific offences—including a 26% drop in business and community burglary, 12% reduction in vehicle offences and an 8% reduction in shoplifting—the overall rise is noted in the data.
Tackling crime and supporting victims is a core priority for the PCC. The figures show victim satisfaction rates remain largely positive, indicating progress in support services.
Read moreJunior chefs at Ercall Wood Academy in Wellington were tasked with preparing and serving a two-course healthy and nutritious meal costing up to £15 – all in the space of two hours.
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Read moreGlobe Bingo Hall in Donnington recently held a successful Christmas charity drive to help young patients. Customers at the venue kindly donated toys and games for children up to 17.
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Nathan Williams, Lovell Quantity Surveyor, James Aucote, Lovell Site Manager (The Gower),Councillor Richard Overton, Councillor Carolyn Healy, Victoria Bowker, Telford & Wrekin Council’s Housing Investment Project Manager, and Kirsty Liddell, Telford & Wrekin Council’s Project Manager for Prosperity and Investment.
Nuplace tenants are beginning to move into new homes in St Georges as a major regeneration project.
The brand new new homes for private rent starting at £900 per month, located at the Gower, are now ready for occupation.
Read moreIn a ground-breaking scheme, the PCC is working with local authorities in Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin with a view to giving those Special Constables, who volunteer more than 200 hours of their free time, the opportunity to claim 25% off their council tax bill.
Read moreChristmas came early for some Telford and Shropshire families last week as an independent hotel opened its doors to support Little Stars Charity.
Hadley Park House Hotel has a packed programme of Christmas events, but staff took time out of their busy schedule to put on a magical Christmas party for families facing the challenges of the continuing cost-of-living crisis.
Read moreLaunched by the Made in Group, the Great 100 recognises individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership and commitment to strengthening British industry.
Jennifer was selected for being a champion for the sector, for driving and supporting sustainability practices, investing in skills and demonstrating innovation and continuous improvement.
Read moreEmergency services responded to a serious road traffic collision this morning after a saloon car and an HGV were involved in a head-on collision on Parkway in Madeley, Telford.
Read moreSeveral notable sports figures have donated items to a draw to encourage donations. Olympic Champions Galal Yafai and Lauren Price have provided two signed gloves and two signed pictures.
For every £5 donated via a JustGiving page, an entry is given into a draw. The closing date for entries is 19th December.
The link to the fundraising page is: justgiving.com/crowdfunding/leeandrichiehelpliza
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Transition manager Phoebe Shaw, director of safeguarding and student support Channelle Nixon, and safeguarding officer Gail Pearson at the launch of the Papyrus fundraising campaign at Telford College
Telford College’s student council is supporting a campaign to reduce the number of young people affected by suicide.
The student council said it selected the ‘really meaningful’ charity because of its work to shatter the stigma surrounding suicide, and to equip young people and their communities with the skills to recognise and respond to emotional distress.
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Card design competition winners from Burton Borough School, from left, Sofia Buckless, Hollie Roberts Gray, and Ivy Wrighton
Students at a Newport school have been putting their artistic skills to good use to create special greetings cards for the festive season.
Three winners were chosen: Year seven students Ivy Wrighton, Hollie Roberts, and Sofia Buckless.
Read moreThe Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) has been named the most improved trust in the country for cutting planned care waiting times, securing £2 million in capital funding. Performance between April and September saw a significant 14% improvement in the 18-week referral to treatment figures. The national target aims for 92% of patients to receive treatment within this timeframe.
Read moreThis year’s projects attracted an impressive £145,221 in match funding, bringing the total investment to over £415,000 and demonstrating the fund’s ability to unlock additional resources and amplify its impact.
Read moreTelford College held a ‘day of action’ to support a global campaign which seeks to end violence against women and…
Read moreThe Telford Spartans are preparing for their annual FREE ENTRY Santa vs Elves charity game on 13 December, which will be accompanied by a huge raffle offering impressive prizes.
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“This year’s Christmas card is all about supporting the Lingen Davies Sunflower Appeal,” said Shaun Davies MP
Shaun Davies, Member of Parliament for Telford, has this week unveiled his annual Christmas card, created in partnership with a group of 11 local businesses.
No taxpayer funding has been used for the design, manufacturing or delivery of the card. The card is being delivered by Royal Mail.
Read moreJust under two thousand runners will descend on Telford Town Park on Sunday for the 41st Telford 10k Road Race.
The multi-lap course is known to be very fast, and while a section of the Silkin Way is closed due to a sinkhole, the revised route still uses the park paths, starting at the Southwater Town Park entrance. It will offer a fantastic opportunity to see some of the fastest road runners in the country in action.
Read morehe pupils from Charlton School in Wellington enjoyed an enthusiastic non-stop session of dancing to upbeat party tracks and raised over £1,300 for Hope House Children’s Hospice.
Read moreAndy Smith takes a look a worrying piece of news about Telford, but tries to put a brave face on it.
In a story by Harry Warner on Joe.co.uk headlined “All 23 UK towns and cities on Russian ‘target list’ revealed by ex-Russian Deputy PM“, Telford gets a mention, and I’m excited, proud and disappointed all at once.
First a bit of background. An ex-Russian Deputy PM has p…
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Shaun Davies MP, Policing Minister Sarah Jones, Chief Constable Richard Cooper and West Mercia's Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) John Campion.
A meeting was held in Parliament last month to focus on ensuring West Mercia Police has the necessary resources to keep local communities across the three counties safe. The roundtable was facilitated by Telford MP Shaun Davies.
Read moreA Telford man using specialist cleaning equipment has removed most of the oil from up a vandalised bus stop last night after taking matters into his own hands.
Luke, who owns Telford-based Cedars Exterior Cleaning, cleaned the defaced stop using water and an oil cleaner at around 9:30pm last night.
Read moreFour talented young basketball players from the Rawzone club have been selected for the 2025-2026 Aspire Basketball England programme
Read moreOn Thursday 11 December from 5.15pm there will be music in the air as people are invited to come along and join in a festive sing-along in the build up to Christmas.
Read moreShaun Davies, member of parliament for Telford, has taken an important step toward understanding the education system for children with special educational needs by hosting a roundtable earlier this month at Parents Opening Doors.
Shaun was joined by parents with lived experience in the division as well as key partners in the community; Telford & Wrekin Council, CVS and Parents Opening Doors (PODS).
Read moreArtist Neil Willis had repainted the shelter after it was defaced with white paint and a roller last month, but reports from residents today suggested that the shelter had been attacked again.
We went down to take a look this afternoon. This time, what looks like engine oil has been thrown on the mural overnight, as it comes off when touched.
Read morePeople who currently receive the Single Person Discount on their council tax have the chance to notify the council of any changes to their household circumstances.
The two-week window is running from Monday 8 December to Sunday 21 December 2025.
Read moreMany businesses said they were still feeling the effects of her 2024 announcements, which piled on extra staffing costs – and said wage demands were showing no sign of easing.
One employer from the manufacturing sector said: “Business owners are workers too, and probably work more hours for a lower hourly rate than most. I may consider selling up or moving the company abroad.”
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John Haywood (Telford & Wrekin Council Development Delivery Specialist), Leader of the Council, Cllr Lee Carter, Cllr Angela McClements (Cabinet Member for Leisure, Tourism, Culture & the Arts), and Nick Wood (Tailored Project Manager)
Lion House, a new specialist residential facility, has opened its doors in Telford, transforming the long-stalled site of the former Red Lion pub.
The scheme features 11 self-contained apartments, a large communal area, and dedicated staff facilities. Each apartment includes assistive technology to promote independence while ensuring professional support is always available.
Read moreEmergency services responded to a road traffic collision in Broseley, on Sunday afternoon after a car overturned.
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Councillor Lee Carter, Leader of Telford & Wrekin Council: "Our priority is to make sure everyone feels safe and supported in Telford & Wrekin."
Backed by the Home Office, the initiative will deliver a zero-tolerance approach to nuisance drinking, anti-social behaviour, and disorder, while also providing compassionate support for those who need it most.
The winter months bring increased retail activity, seasonal events, and busy night-time economies. Winter of Action addresses these challenges head-on through targeted enforcement, environmental improvements, and community engagement through to January.
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The funding could help make fares cheaper, plan new routes, support cleaner zero-emission buses, and improve the safety and accessibility of bus stops.
Shaun commented: “I’m really pleased to see more than £5 million coming to Telford for our bus services. Reliable and affordable buses are vital for people across our town and this money is a positive step forward. It can help lower fares, improve routes and make bus travel safer and greener.”
Read moreThe last event is full of fantastic items to help make your Christmas special, you won’t want to miss this one!
Read moreThe festive period brings with it the perfect excuse to curl up on the sofa with a hot chocolate and enjoy a great Christmas film. From animated adventures to slapstick comedy, there’s a movie out there to get everyone in the spirit. Jason Wright has compiled a list of ten must-watch classics that define the family holiday experience…
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Pupils with from left to right: Michelle Salter, Virtual School headteacher, Jo Duncombe, headteacher at Woodlands Primary School and Councillor Shirley Reynolds
Woodlands Primary School in Madeley was awarded at the national ARC (Attachment Research Community) Primary School winner 2025 after previously…
Read moreA festive Christmas Village and Santa’s Grotto have officially opened at Exotic Zoo on selected dates across December.
The zoo team at Telford Town Park have constructed new wooden cabins for the Christmas Village, which is open from 4pm – 7pm on selected dates. Local businesses will trade from the new cabins, and the Candy Cane Café will be open for boozy hot chocolates, mulled wine, and food. Twinkling lights will guide visitors around the festive market stalls, and you can also see the twilight zoo animals. You can visit the Christmas Village without the Grotto by pre-booking or paying on the day.
Read moreThe Agency Patisserie & Tea Rooms has opened its doors, aiming to blend hospitality, retail, and cultural activities to keep visitors in the area longer. Owner Angie Bainbridge secured a business start-up grant from Telford & Wrekin Council’s ‘Pride in Our High Street’ programme.
The tea rooms are open seven days a week and will offer seasonal afternoon teas. The themes will change monthly, based on events like Christmas, Mother’s Day, and Easter.
Read moreA total of 29 High Street Heroes have been crowned in towns across the Borough – nominated by local residents, members of the public and businesses who use their services and feel they make a valuable contribution to the local community.
Councillors presented business winners with trophies and certificates in six Borough towns including Dawley, Ironbridge, Madeley, Newport, Oakengates and Wellington in the run up to Small Business Saturday on Saturday 6 December.
Read moreA man has been arrested after an estimated £100,000 worth of class A drugs was discovered.
The arrest was made yesterday morning (Thursday 4 December) by Telford Central SNT at an address on Jim Hicks Drive in Stirchley.
Officers discovered a large quantity of class A, and class B drugs. It is estimated the class A drugs hold a street value of around £100,000.
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Friends of the Station members David Bunn, Kath Howard, Antony Hook (Chair), Kath Padgett, Rob Hubbleday, and Cllr Julie Pierce (also Wellington Town Council); Sam Hine (Wrekin Housing Group); John Anderson and Rob Anderson (Meadowdale Garden Centre); Mayor Reg Snell; and Venn Davies (Wellington Rotary Club).
The platform at Wellington Station is looking brighter and more welcoming, thanks to the dedicated efforts of the Friends of Wellington Station and some fantastic support from the local community and organisations.
A significant addition to the station comes in the form of brand-new planters which were crafted by talented students Tyler Klimowski and Lucas Davies from Telford College. “We are absolutely delighted with the new planters,” said Kath Howard for the Friends of Wellington Station.
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Andy Weston, CEO of Shropshire FA, said the association is inviting businesses to “invest in their community’s future.”
The launch of a new brochure today reveals how businesses can transform the community while achieving meaningful corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals through grassroots football partnerships.
Read moreJeevan Punj, founder of Elite Hampers joined a special reception hosted for hundreds of small businesses at the House of Lords on Tuesday, in the lead-up to Small Business Saturday this weekend.
Taking place on 6th December, the campaign celebrates small business success and encourages people to support and spend with small businesses.
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Andrew McNab pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm, criminal damage, escaping from lawful custody and breach of a suspended sentence order.
Andrew McNab pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm, criminal damage, escaping from lawful custody and breach of a suspended sentence order.
Read more“By taking our case directly to the top off the MOD, we are making sure ministers understand the scale of opportunity here. We have outstanding defence organisations with hardworking and skilled men and women and a first-class supply chain in our town that I am very proud of and I know we can do even more. I am committed to ensuring Telford’s voice is heard at the highest level.”
Read moreBased in Telford Town Park, the hub offers a variety of bikes and scooters for residents and visitors, including e-bikes, recycled bikes and adaptive bikes. The team works closely with schools, parent groups and local organisations to help people build confidence and enjoy cycling.
The award recognises projects that make a real difference in local communities by encouraging active and sustainable travel.
Read moreThe volunteer-run buggy service plays a vital role in improving accessibility for those who may find the hospital’s long corridors or distances challenging.
Volunteers at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) provide a friendly face and a reassuring presence, offering lifts between the main entrance and clinics.
Read moreNew data has highlighted regional road safety, revealing that more than 150 cyclists were injured in traffic collisions across the West Mercia Police area over the last year. While Shropshire tops the list with 45 injuries, Telford & Wrekin is in third place, recording 22.
Of the 168 recorded incidents, the outcomes for riders were often severe. The police data logged two fatalities, 51 serious injuries and 115 slight injuries.
Read moreStudents from Burton Borough School in Newport laid on an afternoon of festive treats to showcase their skills and entertain invited guests.
School principal Caroline Bedford said: “The afternoon featured a lively Christmas quiz that ended in a tense tie-break, festive music, cracker pulling and a beautifully decorated room that set the perfect seasonal tone.”
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Emily Myatt, social value coordinator for McPhillips, Sue Chalk, head of service health and wellbeing at Community Resource, Val Hardy, McPhillips company secretary, and Sonia Roberts, Shropshire Community Foundation trustee
The charity has been committed to making life better for people facing challenges in Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin communities for 60 years and the scheme focuses on getting people out of their homes and back into their communities, helping them rebuild confidence and social connections after experiencing challenges such as bereavement, long-term illness, or domestic violence.
Read moreA new quarterly perceptions survey shows residents of Telford and Wrekin are the most likely across the whole West Mercia region to see a police officer or PCSO on a weekly basis. One in four (25%) of the local population reported seeing officers this frequently. This represents a significant rise of 7% compared to the same period last year.
Confidence in West Mercia Police remains steady at 80% across the force area. Almost 6 out of 10 people in Telford and Wrekin feel the force is doing a good or excellent job (57%).
Read moreShropshire Warriors are celebrating a proud moment after four rising stars from the club were selected for the prestigious Basketball England Aspire 25/26 programme. The players are now attending camps as part of their development journey.
The four young athletes represent the Telford-based club across multiple age groups and include Jasmine and Kaitlyn from the U15 Girls team, Huwie from the U13 Boys team, and Brandon from the U15 Boys team.
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Fire caused by an incompatible charger connected to a toy hoverboard (Pic: Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service)
Shropshire Fire and Rescue are reminding people to be extra careful with electrical items after a serious fire in Telford over the weekend caused significant damage to a home.
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Lee Ward was found guilty of all charges by a jury following a 10-day trial at Shrewsbury Crown Court.
A 42yr old man has been handed a six-and-a-half-year custodial sentence after he sexually assaulted a teenage girl in a Telford car park.
On Friday, November 28, Lee Ward was sentenced at Stafford Crown Court
Read moreThe former Church of England School on St Luke’s Road in Ironbridge, known locally as the ‘Blue School’, proved to be a popular lot at Halls’ final property and land auction of the year, selling above its guide price for £125,000. The Grade II listed building was part of a successful collective property and land auction on Friday that saw 17 lots sell for a combined total of £2.2 million across Shropshire and Cheshire.
Read morePowerpoint in Telford has been serving customers for 30 years across two sites and is still open for business.
Read moreCouncillor Carolyn Healy, Telford & Wrekin Council’s Cabinet Member for Neighbourhoods, Planning and Sustainability, said: “We welcome the Planning Inspector’s announcement of the dates for the Local Plan examination hearings. This is another important milestone for the new Local Plan, which will not only guide how our borough develops, but also sets out how we will protect green spaces and care for our existing communities.”
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Aviramp ChairLifter – a purpose-built and solar-powered lift for Electric Mobility Aids (EMAs) such as mobility scooters
World-leading aviation ramp specialist Aviramp has officially launched its latest innovation – and says it marks a major step forward in improving passenger accessibility.
The Telford-based manufacturer has unveiled the Aviramp ChairLifter – a purpose-built and solar-powered lift for Electric Mobility Aids (EMAs) such as mobility scooters.
Read moreThe warrants were carried out at two addresses in Brookside and one in Stirchley by Telford’s proactive CID team with assistance from Task Force.
Three men were arrested and have been held in custody.
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Four residents in receipt of Adult Social Care - Tom, Simon, Abigail, and Joanne – have moved in together and are benefiting massively from the social support and independence they now have.
A new supported living scheme has welcomed its first residents in Ironbridge. The Heritage Walk development includes 12 purpose-built supported living homes, developed by Telford & Wrekin Council in partnership with the learning disability charity Hft and housebuilder Lioncourt Homes.
Read moreA student at Haberdashers’ Abraham Darby has completed a massive 21-mile swimming challenge this month, raising a remarkable amount of money for Cancer Research UK.
Joe Costello, 17, finished his final lengths on Saturday morning, achieving his goal of swimming the equivalent width of the English Channel.
Read moreSt Mary’s Church in Sheriffhales, near Shifnal, will host Doves keyboard player Martin Rebelski on Friday, December 5 for an intimate and atmospheric concert including tracks from his new album Monochrome.
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