M54 Roadworks again this weekend
The M54 roadworks are continuing tonight and this weekend with the eastbound (away from Telford, towards Wolverhampton) carriageway fully closed…
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New Chief Constable for West Mercia
Richard Cooper has been formally confirmed as the Chief Constable of West Mercia Police after the PCC commended him to…
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Do you recognise these bikes?
Police officers are appealing to the public to help identify a number of motorbikes being ridden illegally around Brookside, Telford….
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RAAC removal begins at PRH
Specialist teams will soon begin work to safely remove Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) found in a kitchen area at…
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Telford College burger challenge is a sizzling success
Catering students at Telford College unleashed their foodie finesse in a culinary competition in the college’s Orange Tree restaurant. Ten…
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Passive or just aggressive?
This resident near the Wrekin is so fed up with dogs leaving behind their messages, they thought they would put…
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Air Ambulance attends crash in Telford
A crash on Wrockwardine Wood Way was affecting traffic through Telford this morning. The air ambulance attended, and an eyewitness…
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Telford continues to deliver on child exploitation commitment
Telford & Wrekin Council is shining a light on its Children Abused Through Exploitation (CATE) team’s recent work with local…
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iconsys appoints Director of Services to drive sustainable growth
One of the UK’s fastest-growing control and automation specialists has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of a…
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Car on its side in Arleston Lane
There is currently a car on its side in Arleston Lane. The people are out of the vehicle and walking…
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Award nomination for young fundraiser Tristan
A student from a Telford secondary school has been nominated for an award in recognition of his incredible fundraising efforts….
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Telford Skills Show back this month
A huge showcase of employment, apprenticeship and training opportunities across the region is back in Telford this month. Telford &…
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New brand for Telford-based business
Building solutions specialist Aggregate Industries, the parent company of Telford-based Besblock, has rebranded to Holcim UK as part of a strategic shift…
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Four run half marathon for ’amazing’ Telford charity
Four runners from Telford are taking on the Ironbridge Half Marathon to raise money for the charity that supported a…
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Thomas Telford Students preparing for Footloose
Thomas Telford School is gearing up for its most electrifying event of the year on 07 – 10 April –…
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HLC students bring the house down with Theatre Severn musical
Musical students from a Telford school brought the house down at Shropshire theatre with their production of hit musical We…
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Just a reminder to families in the Telford area that the Government is helping parents with childcare costs, with 15…
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Telford county lines drug dealer jailed
A county lines drug dealer has been jailed for four years for bringing class A drugs into Telford from Birmingham….
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New images released of Ryan Twardun
The search continues for Ryan Twardun, but officers warn the public not to approach him. The man is wanted by…
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National hairstyling finals return to Telford College
Young hair stylists from across the country will be converging on Telford College next week to showcase their skills in…
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Win tickets to Ironbridge Gorge Museums
Shaun Davies MP Gives Telford Residents a Chance to Win a Year of Free Visits to Ironbridge Gorge Museums for…
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Police appeal following Telford shop thefts
West Mercia Police Officers are appealing to identify the people pictured as they believe they could help with their enquiries…
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Your reminder about M54 roadworks
The M54 eastbound will be fully closed from junction 4 Shifnal Services to junction 2 Wolverhampton. The closures start this…
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Expert workshop to help employers tackle workplace addiction
A leading Shropshire HR consultancy and pioneering community company have joined forces to stage a special event to help employers…
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Celebrating Students’ Cycling Skills
Students from The Bridge School celebrated a major milestone in their adaptive cycling journey as they took part in their…
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Where is Old Kent Road in Telford?
Old Kent Road is the cheapest square on the game but the Telford equivalent remains a mystery. Can you help?…
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PCSO abused outside school over parking
A PCSO was verbally abused outside a school while trying to direct parking, but the suspect fled the scene. The…
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Richard celebrates 25 years at Salop Leisure
The touring and motorhome workshop foreman at award-winning dealership Salop Leisure has chalked up 25 years’ service with the Shrewsbury-based…
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High Sheriff honours the county’s inspirational young people
Inspirational young people from all corners of the county have been honoured at the 2025 High Sheriff of Shropshire’s Outstanding…
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Keli is crowned as start-up champion
A pioneering Wellington retailer has been crowned as winner in the county’s first start-up business awards. Keli King, who launched…
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Former Mayor condemns lack of hospital transport connections
A former Councillor and Mayor of Wellington, Dorothy Roberts, posed a question to Wellington Town Council this evening about the…
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‘Madonna chef’ is on the right tracks
A chef who once cooked for Madonna, Rod Stewart and the Royal Family has devised a special slap-up menu for…
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Telford MP Backs Crime and Policing Bill to Restore Law and Order
Last night Shaun Davies, MP for Telford, backed the Government’s Crime and Policing Bill. Speaking during the second reading of…
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Line-Up Confirmed As Snooker’s All-Time Greats Head For Telford
Mark Allen will start the defence of his Sportsbet.io Players Championship title against World Champion Kyren Wilson on the opening…
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£1000 fly tip fine issued
A fly-tipper who moved house and claimed to have ‘forgotten’ about unwanted items dumped on council land, has admitted to…
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Telford Hotel plans Magical Moments Party
A Telford hotel is planning ahead and teaming up with a charity dedicated to supporting children and families in Shropshire…
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Stolen: Sprinter Recovery Truck
This Mercedes Sprinter recovery truck was stolen overnight from Ketley Business Park in Telford. The white truck with blue and…
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Grants of up to £500 for young people
Young people could get a cash boost of up to £500 to help them take the next step in their…
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Lack of support to address skills shortage
Telford business issues Report that reveals a current lack of confidence in government support is impacting the growing skills gap….
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Have you seen Ryan Twardun?
The 32-year-old with links to Telford and Newport is wanted for assault. If you have any information that would help…
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Action taken on nuisance vehicle
This car in Wellington was loaded onto a recovery truck after residents reported it to police. PCSO Hartley & PC…
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Love where you live and be a Telford and Wrekin litter hero
Residents across Telford and Wrekin are being urged to take pride and join a community litter pick as part of…
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Could there be a new store opening here soon?
Homebase closed it’s doors for the last time a couple of weeks ago, leaving a substantial gap in Wrekin Retail…
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Power-packed line-up for International Women’s Day event
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce welcomed a power-packed line-up of speakers for a special event to celebrate International Women’s Day. The…
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Record-breaking day at Lantern Academy
Pupils from a Telford primary school attempted to break six world records as part of a fun-filled project to tie…
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Can you help identify this man?
West Mercia Police Officers are asking the public for their help in identifying the man in the CCTV image, as…
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New film promises a ‘message of hope’
For Luke Allen, film is in his blood. It’s a passion that is as infectious as it is unstoppable. A…
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Cars crash in Oakengates
Shropshire Fire and Rescue were called to the scene of a crash this evening. Two cars collided at the traffic…
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Police appeal for help following Telford shop thefts
West Mercia Police officers are appealing to identify the people pictured as they believe they could help with their enquiries…
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Dobbies’ Telford store welcomes applications for community gardens initiative
Dobbies Garden Centres is welcoming applications for Dobbies Community Gardens, offering local schools, charities and community groups in Telford the…
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The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust launches appeal for sponsors to fund mobility scooters at Blists Hill Victorian Town
The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust is appealing for local businesses to support the charity by sponsoring a mobility scooter for…
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Wolves Foundation links up with Telford College
Wolves Foundation has teamed up with Telford College to relaunch its ‘Football & Education’ programme, offering students the chance to…
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Wellington Town Council to take over running over local library
Wellington Town Council and Telford & Wrekin Council have agreed a partnership deal for the Town Council to take over…
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11 years for Hollinswood man
A Telford man has been jailed for 11 years for a number of sexual offences, including rape. Nathan Barnes, of…
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M54 – M6 link road appeal by Council leaders
The current congestion around the A460 which connects the M54 with the M6 and the Toll Road, could be a…
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Lantern shines brightly in Ofsted inspection
Lantern Academy in Telford is celebrating a successful Ofsted inspection. The Ketley Bank primary school was described as ‘happy and…
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Man taken to hospital after M54 crash
A crash on the M54 involving a pick-up truck towing an electric vehicle resulted in a man being taken to…
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Persimmon Homes team gets on their bike for Hope House
A team of staff from the Telford branch of a national housing company have been pedalling hard for its local…
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