“Bike bus” encourages travel confidence
More than 50 children took part in the initiative on Friday, 13 June, designed to increase cycling confidence, reduce traffic…
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Summer Fayre aims to give St Mary’s CE Primary School a tech reboot
One of Albrighton’s biggest community fun days is returning this weekend with the aim of giving a local school a…
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The Midlands Motorcycle and Cycle Heritage Day is back
Vintage motorbikes and cycles will arrive in a Shropshire town next month for a special free event. The Midlands Motorcycle…
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Radish dish sells for £950
Porcelain collections sold for nearly £20,000 as international buyers from as far away as South Korea competed for quality lots…
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Richard Thorpe, Headteacher at Grange Park Primary School (left) with a group of the school's pupils and Councillor Shirley Reynolds (right)
School wins national sporting award
Grange Park Primary School in Stirchley was recently awarded the national School Games Mark platinum award. The platinum award recognises schools…
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Weather warning issued
Residents of Telford are urged to plan accordingly for the spell of hot weather. Burgers, buns and beer are expected…
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Final Wellington Market plans move closer after trader feedback
Plans to transform historic Wellington Market have moved a step closer as final plans have been drawn up following consultations…
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Not is all it seems with this poster that appeared at a Telford Park
We’re used to seeing notices from the authorities in areas when crimes have been committed, warning the the area is…
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FREE guided tour of an ordinary Telford home with some smart technology on Saturday the 21st of June.
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Join us for a FREE guided tour of an ordinary Telford home with some smart technology on Saturday the 21st…
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School Honoured for Outstanding Trauma-Informed Practice
Woodlands Primary School Honoured for Outstanding Trauma-Informed Practice Woodlands Primary School in Telford has received a prestigious regional accolade, recognizing…
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Shropshire businesses urged to aim for 2026 King’s Awards
Businesses across Shropshire are being encouraged to put themselves forward for the prestigious 2026 King’s Awards for Enterprise following a…
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Tyre van fire
A van carrying tyres caught fire on Halesfield today around 1:20pm. According to an eyewitness, the driver was on a…
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Councillor Ollie Vickers, centre, with Anna Halliday and Gareth Mapp from Wrekin Star Judo at the opening.
Judo club throws open doors at new dojo
A judo club is relocating in Wellington thanks to support from Telford & Wrekin Council’s Pride in Our High Street…
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Best Wellington’s annual Midsummer Fayre yet
Wellington’s annual Midsummer Fayre returned on Saturday and was hailed as ‘one of the best yet’. The historic event, inspired…
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Telford full Monty Live, raising money for Samaritans and papyrus which is for the prevention of young suicide
Telford Full Monty Live seeks hilarious act for charity extravaganza
Telford Full Monty Live, the sensational charity event that has already raised nearly £6,000 in two years, is back for…
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Summerfest family festival returns this summer
The popular free family fun event – Summerfest – is once again returning on Saturday 5th July from 1pm until 9pm…
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A Place to Remember: Community Rallies for Dawley Baby Memorial Garden
A deeply personal journey for one local couple is blossoming into a heartfelt community project: the creation of a much-needed…
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Film students are shortlisted for a national award
A short film made by creative students from Telford College has been shortlisted for a national award. Severn Wild looks…
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Hilton to open new hotel at Telford’s Station Quarter
Telford & Wrekin Council has announced the signing of Hampton by Hilton Telford at the heart of Station Quarter in…
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A new drone-powered cleaning service launched in Shropshire is offering local businesses and councils a faster, safer, and more cost-effective…
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Were you caught up in yesterdays M54 crash?
Yesterday afternoon a Saab convertible crashed on the M54 between J2 and J3 which caused considerable tailbacks. Police partially closed…
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Dribbz Talks says au revoir to Ureys
Ureys street food at the shopping centre closed down last month and on the last day, Dribbz took his recording…
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Thomas Telford Primary Free School currently has school places available for September 2025 in Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, and a combined Year 4/5 class.
Thomas Telford Primary Free School Gears Up for September 2025 Opening
Places have opened up for children to join in each of the following classes for September 2025: Year 1, Year…
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Bee swarm closes Greggs in Telford
A swarm of bees was recovered from a Telford Greggs outlet by a beekeeper from Priorslee. Simon Emms was called…
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Sally Slater, Ellie Thompson, Meredith Davis, Emily Hill, Steve Witherden MP, Sam Watkins and Mathew Kenney at the Houses of Parliament
Students take part in education inquiry at Houses of Parliament
Telford College students have taken part in a parliamentary debate designed to help improve young people’s experiences in education. A…
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The Dawley Wanderers Under-9s football team are swapping their boots for hiking shoes as they prepare to tackle one of Shropshire’s most iconic landmarks
Dawley Wanderers U9s to Scale the Wrekin for New Football Kit
The Dawley Wanderers Under-9s football team are swapping their boots for hiking shoes as they prepare to tackle one of…
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Everything in the warehouse is priced £20 and under and includes a huge variety of stock that changes every month
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The next Telford Reuse Event takes place this Thursday 19th June at 501 Queensway Industrial Estate, Hadley, TF1 7UL. The…
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Appliance fault caused Wellington house fire
This weeks house fire on High Street, Wellington which saw crews from Wellington’s Amber Watch and Red Watch respond quickly,…
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Ms Huntington, headteacher at the Telford Park School, Jacob, year 11 student and Councillor Shirley Reynolds, Cabinet Member for Children, Young People, Education, Employment and Skills
Telford Students Get a Cool Reward for GCSE Hard Work
Year 11 students across Telford and Wrekin will be getting their skates on this summer with a free voucher for…
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The BIFoR FACE experiment facility located in a Staffordshire Woodland (Image credit University of Birmingham)
Transicon Future-Proofs World’s Largest Climate Experiment
Engineering specialist Transicon has played a vital role in future-proofing one of the world’s largest climate change experiments. The Telford…
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Telford & Wrekin Council are proud to unveil the recycled assistive technology bench, created in collaboration with Medequip Connect.
Recycled technology bench at heart of community innovation and sustainability
A unique addition to Queen’s Road Supported Accommodation has been unveil by Telford & Wrekin Council – a recycled assistive…
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Business Awards excitement builds at ‘Meet The Finalists’ event
More than 100 people attended Shropshire Chamber of Commerce’s ‘Meet The Finalists’ evening, beginning the official build-up to this year’s…
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Police appeal for help following Telford shop thefts
Officers are appealing to identify the people pictured as they believe they could help with their enquiries into five shop…
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Wellington Midsummer Fayre on Saturday
If you wanted to see people dressed up in 18th Century attire parading around the streets of Wellington, then tomorrow…
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The couple said they began promoting their revolutionary technology in 2019 in Telford to help farmers add value to their agricultural by-products.
Organic fertiliser producer celebrates anniversary after £1m investment
A Shropshire organic fertiliser producer is marking its four-year anniversary after a £1million investment – and already has plans for…
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Painkiller switch could save £10,000 a year
Using oral paracetamol instead of intravenous (IV) is improving patient care, reducing carbon emissions and saving money at a local…
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“I’m enormously proud of this achievement as it confirms what we hoped – that we’re on the
right track, providing Telford and Wrekin residents, businesses and partners with the best
service in the country from their local authority." - David Sidaway
Telford & Wrekin Council wins ‘Council of the Year 2025’
Telford & Wrekin Council has been crowned ‘Council of the Year 2025’ at the prestigious Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards….
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Amy Pugh, aged 34, of Stafford Road in Wolverhampton was found guilty of murder following the death of 32-year-old Kyle Pugh in March 2022.
Woman guilty of murdering Telford businessman
A woman who tried to claim her estranged husband had taken his own life following an argument at her home…
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Housing association CEO welcomes boost for affordable homes
News that the Government will inject £39 billion into new affordable homes over the next decade has been welcomed by…
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Margarita Donkoh Lockner, currently studying Civil Engineering, has been shortlisted for the ‘Science Sector’ award
Undergraduate from Telford Shortlisted for Prestigious Award
On 10th July 2025, Margarita Donkoh Lockner who is based in Telford will be celebrated at the seventh annual Student Social Mobility…
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5,000 Patients pass through surgical hub in a year
Nearly 5,000 patients have had their operations at the elective surgery hub at Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) in Telford, which…
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Town Park polytunnel produces fresh veg for care homes
Cucumbers, peas, beetroot, lettuce, corn, runner beans and more are all being grown in a new polytunnel built by a…
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Lights, camera, action… movie stuntman’s new video podcast is launched
An award-winning film and TV stuntman has launched his new video podcast – with a helping hand from Telford College’s…
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Telford & Wrekin’s Community Governance Review Telford & Wrekin Council is carrying out a major Community Governance Review (CGR). This…
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Umami: Global Flavours, Local Gem
Forget those sprawling resort buffets in sun-drenched holiday spots – Telford’s very own Umami is serving up a globe-trotting feast…
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The council says it fully appreciates concerns raised by businesses and residents regarding the sudden spike in activity in the town centre
Rough sleeping and antisocial behaviour in Oakengates.
Telford & Wrekin Council have said that they are working in partnership with Oakengates Town Council and West Mercia Police…
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The popular Armed Forces Fun Day is set to return on Sunday 29 June 2025 at Broadoaks Playing Field, Donnington. Pic: Telford Live
Armed Forces Fun Day returns 2025
The free to enter event runs from 11am – 4pm on Sunday 29th June with plenty of activities and entertainment for all the…
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Local food wholesaler is one of the best places to work in the UK
A food wholesaler that “cares passionately” about its workers is one of the best places to work in the UK…
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Rush hour chaos on the A442
It was chaos yesterday afternoon on the A442/Queensway/EP that runs through Telford following a crash that happened just after 4pm….
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Holly Appleby was part of the club’s under 16 team which won the National Cup for the very first time.
Holly helps the Wolves secure national trophy win
A Newport student has made football history by winning a national trophy as part of a Wolverhampton Wanderers junior team….
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The Italian AutoMoto Club has joined forces with Love Wellington to stage the gathering on the morning of July 5
Viva Italia as scooter day returns to Wellington
The streets of Wellington will be teeming with Italian scooters next month when the town hosts a special event. The…
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Were you held up on the M54 this afternoon?
There were delays on the M54 this afternoon as traffic was stopped briefly due to an obstruction on the road….
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Wellington's Town Crier, Damian Breeze congratulated the Bright & Beautiful team and cut a ribbon to declare its new offices officially open
Future looking bright for cleaning company
The future is looking brilliant for a successful Wellington cleaning company. Rebecca Everson purchased the franchise for her firm Bright…
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Telford Land Deal brings new homes to life at Doseley Halt
A major milestone has been reached at the Doseley Halt development in Horsehay, where the first show home is now…
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Man arrested and firearms seized in Telford
A man has been arrested at an address in Telford after officers carried out a warrant this morning (Tuesday 10…
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Council backs proposed new London rail connection
Telford & Wrekin Council has given its full backing for the proposed Wrexham, Shropshire & Midlands Railway (WSMR) service that…
Read moreDogs rescued from Telford house fire
Amber Watch & Red Watch from Shropshire Fire and Rescue based at Wellington were alerted yesterday lunchtime to reports of…
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Juliette Fozing has recently completed the Volunteer to Career Midwifery programme (V2C) at the Princess Royal Hospital
Volunteers week at Hospital Trust
Monday 2 June marked the start of Volunteers’ Week – a week that is celebrated nationally and shines a light…
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Drop-in information sessions offer the chance to find out more about local Governance Review proposals
Telford & Wrekin Council is inviting residents, town and parish councils and other local stakeholders to attend a series of…
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In-Comm Training urges industry to back its ‘I’m Included’ inclusivity campaign
A high-profile campaign celebrating inclusivity and diversity in industry has been launched by one of the UK’s specialist training providers….
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