Councillor Richard Overton, Cabinet Member for Highways, Housing and Enforcement, said: “Potholes are an unavoidable part of the colder months"
Teams are working across Telford to tackle a 145 per cent increase in potholes as the council ramps up its winter repair campaign.
The Out When It Counts initiative is responding to a seasonal surge caused by recent freezing temperatures.
Read moreEmployers of all sizes, across all sectors, are encouraged to complete the Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) survey – a short but influential opportunity to ensure training provision, funding priorities, and workforce planning reflect real business need.
Read moreA skincare business based in Telford is changing how it supports staff by introducing unlimited leave for hormonal health. Heaven Skincare, which holds a Royal Warrant, has launched the initiative as 2026 gets underway.
The scheme, named Hormone Holidays, allows employees to take time off for symptoms related to menopause, periods, and conditions like endometriosis. It comes as a recent petition for the government to introduce menstrual leave reached more than 76,000 signatures.
Read morePolice are appealing to the public to help to identify the people pictured as officers believe the people pictured could help with their enquiries into five shop thefts in Telford.
This does not mean the people pictured are guilty.
Read moreOIngoing projects for Telford-based McPhillips this year include the refurbishment of Addenbrooke House in Telford to create a new state of the art base for Telford College’s A Level provision; a £20 million Integrated Retirement Community in Newport; a £3 million project in Kidderminster to transform Brinton Park and the Worcester Street Connectivity Project which forms part of a £20.5 million redevelopment of the town centre.
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Launching the 2026 awards are, from left, Grace Bywater, master of ceremonies Ryan Kennedy, Jenny Pearson, Kelly Riedel and Kerry Bainbridge
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce has unveiled plans for its 2026 business awards, promising a glittering event which will be ‘celebrating excellence and inspiring tomorrow’.
The awards are free to enter, and companies do not have to be a Shropshire Chamber member to qualify. They simply need to have an operating base in either Shropshire or Telford & Wrekin.
Read moreEmergency services were called to the M54 between junctions three and four near Telford on Thursday night after a car rolled over.
Read moreShropshire Fire and Rescue Service received the call at 5.57pm on Thursday, mobilising three fire appliances to the scene which is right beside the new Lidl store which opened just before Christmas.
Upon arrival, crews discovered a small fire within a bedroom. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used a hose reel jet and a covering jet to extinguish the flames.
Read moreA pioneering partnership between Telford College and local businesses is providing employment opportunities for young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
The college is holding a recruitment event at its Wellington campus from 4pm to 7.30pm on February 11 to provide more information about the scheme.
Read moreHistorically it was considered unsafe for patients with pacemakers or implantable cardiac defibrillators to go into an MRI scanner because of the metal content.
Previously, these patients would have had to travel outside of the area to an alternative hospital trust for an MRI scan.
Read moreWoodside Councillors Kelly Middleton and Helena Morgan (also Chair of Madeley Town Council) made the trip to Westminster to champion the Woodside community and underline the importance of this sustained investment across South Telford, which is set to be rolled out over the next decade.
Read moreCompany owner Tim Lloyd said 2025 had been an excellent year – with sales growth of 28.5 per cent in the first quarter alone – and that 2026 promised to be even stronger.
Company owner Tim Lloyd said 2025 had been an excellent year and that 2026 promised to be even stronger.
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Cllrs Emma Holding, Jim McGinn, Paul Davis and Joan Gorse in front of the new vinyl signage at the Halifax.
The council says its primary objective is to protect the architectural heritage of the building while ensuring it remains a functional asset. Plans for the site include a retail space on the ground floor.
The upper floors are set to be converted into apartments to increase the availability of town centre living.
Read moreThe Crown Players have received a £1,500 grant from Wellington Town Council as they prepare for a new production.
The theatre group is a non-profit organisation that donates its proceeds to local causes. Last year, they donated £12,500 to the hospice following their production of Mother Goose.
Read moreEmergency services were called to the M54 eastbound at Junction 5 in Telford following reports of a vehicle fire.
The alarm was raised at 16:50 on Wednesday afternoon.
Read moreMr Pritchard said: “Ministers just don’t get it. Pubs are more than just a place to have a drink. They are at the very heart of communities, and more pub closures will have a huge impact on the local groups, charities, clubs and societies which meet there.”
Read moreAFC Telford United Foundation has launched the initiative which is aimed at young people who want to change direction in their lives and who may be at risk of antisocial behaviour, county lines exploitation, and criminal involvement.
Sessions will run every Wednesday from 7:00pm to 8:00pm and are completely free to attend. The long-term ambition is to form a competitive Under-16s team and enter a local league next season, giving participants a clear pathway, purpose, and sense of belonging.
Read moreVolunteers aged 14-16 years-old will be able to help with fundraising and preparations for events for the Trust’s charity, SaTH Charity, based at William Farr House in Shrewsbury.
Volunteers who are aged 16-18 years-old, in addition to the opportunities for under 16s, can also undertake meet and greet, companionship, and ward support roles. Volunteers aged over 18 years-old can become a volunteer driver or drive the patient transport buggy, as well as take on x-ray and A&E support roles.
Read moreShaun Davies Member of Parliament for Telford has been selected to a parliamentary scheme designed to give MPs first-hand experience of the vital work carried out by the emergency services.
Shaun has so far visited the London Fire Brigade and the Mountain Rescue Team in the Scottish Highlands observing operations and speaking directly with emergency service personnel, gaining insight into issues such as funding, staffing, training, wellbeing, and the increasing demands placed on services.
Read moreDespite the rent for 12 months being covered by the Council, low footfall, increasing levels of investment to meet Health & Safety requirements and a restriction on items allowed for sale meant the Cats Protection Telford & District has closed.
Read moreMany constituents have contacted Shaun Davis MP to report delayed or missing post, with particular concern about the impact on important correspondence and missed appointments. He is now asking for your help to monitor the situation.
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Defective concrete aprons supporting the bridge were removed and replaced to protect its stability and longevity
Construction specialists McPhillips successfully completed repairs to a bridge over the River Meese in Telford before the start of the all-important fish spawning season.
Fish within the working area had to be gently removed and relocated prior to the start of stabilising and strengthening works to the single span masonry arch Sheep Bridge on the B429 in Cherrington.
Read moreSecurity concerns regarding a Chinese embassy project have been raised in Parliament by Wrekin MP Mark Pritchard.
He called on the government to consider the security implications of major planning decisions to ensure the nation is kept safe.
Read moreThese creative groups play an important role in supporting wellbeing, reducing isolation and helping older people stay active, connected and inspired.
Read moreCounterfeit currency is being circulated in Telford and here’s what you need to look out for.
The current crop of fake notes includes a Scottish £20 note supposedly issued by the Clydesdale Bank and a Bank of England £20 note.
Read moreA plot of land measuring around one acre is currently being marketed for sale as an investment opportunity at Fireclay Drive in St Georges.
The site is situated within a quiet residential area and encircles a children’s play park. Estate agents have suggested the space could be suitable for various projects including allotments, a solar panel farm, or a location for the travelling community if you can get planning consent.
Read moreThe 24-year-old, from Bridgnorth, is part of the first cohort of nursing associate apprentices at the college’s Wellington campus.
The partnership between Keele University, Telford College, and the NHS has been established to help boost skills and education opportunities for people in Shropshire.
Read moreThe M54 eastbound between Jct 6 Wrekin Retail Park to Jct 5 Telford Centre will be closed at 9pm tonight until 6am tomorrow.
The closure is for maintenance works. A diversion will be in place.
Read moreWaiting for a bus at the Humbers is a bit different these days. The local shelter has been turned into a library where people can pick up a new book while they wait.
Lilleshall Parish Council set up the library in 2021, and it was opened by the High Sheriff of Shropshire. The mural was painted by Rick Shaw Designs and a local carpenter made the shelves.
Read moreSpecific changes in Wellington include the introduction of a new dedicated Town Centre Team. This unit, consisting of two police officers, will focus on tackling anti-social behaviour and retail crime in the town centre.
Other parts of the borough are also set for an uplift in numbers. The Newport Safer Neighbourhood Team and the Ketley & Oakengates team will each receive an additional police constable to support their work.
Read moreDetective Inspector Matt Keeble said: “Thank you to everyone who has assisted with our investigations, which has now led to two people being arrested in connection with the attack. Our investigation remains very much ongoing, and we are continuing with our enquiries.”
Read moreHadley Learning Community Secondary School received £1,000 from idverde’s Community Investment Fund, which is part of the company’s grounds and cleansing contract with Telford & Wrekin Council.
And they have put the donation to good use by creating a ‘Nurture to Bloom’ garden on the school site.
Read moreA man in his 40s was driving near Crugtone Way at around 5.50pm on Friday when he pulled over. He was then approached by another man who had been driving a dark coloured van.
Read moreDid you see this between 4pm and 4:30pm on Friday afternoon?
Read moreMP Shaun Davies has welcomed new figures showing that NHS waiting lists have reached a three-year low, providing a boost for patients across Telford. Recent data reveals that the local waiting list has decreased by 13,942 since July 2024.
Read moreMore than 40 offensive weapons have been taken off the streets following a police raid at a property in Wellington.
Read moreTelford police officers are appealing to the public to identify the people pictured below, as they believe they could help with their enquiries into five shop thefts in Telford.
Read moreTelford-based accountancy firm Turas says the clock is firmly ticking towards the introduction of the new Making Tax Digital (MTD) regime – and many small businesses and landlords could be caught out if they fail to act.
Read moreIn-Comm Training, which delivers apprenticeships and upskilling courses at its academy in Telford, completed its 12-month commitment to the charity this week, making a real difference to the lives of people experiencing homelessness, poverty and addiction in and around the city.
Read moreThree people have been arrested in Telford following a successful day of action, which saw two warrants executed.
Read moreThe roadsides in Telford tell a story following the snow that fell last week. The weight of the snow on the branches caused a huge number of trees to fall across roads and paths. While these were chopped back to allow safe passage, the debris remained close to the road edge.
Read moreThe black Honda SH series scooter was missing most of its plastic body and was held together with duct tape.
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Sarah Davies's career earned national attention when it was featured in Red magazine. Picture by Victoria Adamson
A trailblazing Shropshire businesswoman who earned national recognition for her mid-life career shift from healthcare to education will be sharing her story at Shropshire Chamber of Commerce’s next Network of Women event.
Sarah Davies will be guest speaker at the event, which is being held on February 25 from 11am to 2pm at the Park House Hotel in Shifnal.
Read moreArmed officers were called to Brookside earlier today following reports of a man with a weapon.
The report was made around 11.15am on Wednesday 14 January after concerns were raised that a person appeared to be in possession of a firearm.
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Leanne Simcoe, Founder & CEO, Little Stars, Hannah Stoddart, Operations Manager, Little Stars and Julie Kaur, Jules Convenience, with items waiting to go out to Telford families.
The donation was generated through a raffle and Christmas Fair. Little Stars Charity provides essential items, including clothing, bedding, and baby equipment, to families across Shropshire who are in need.
That brings the total amount raised for local charities and good causes in 2025 by Julie Kaur, owner of Jules Convenience, and her customers to £9,500.
Read moreAuctioneers have already begun clearing out the stock and the fixtures and fittings from the unit.
Read moreThe incident happened on Friday (9 January) at around 12.15pm on the playing fields off Grange Avenue in Stirchley.
The quad bike was being ridden by two men when it struck the six-year-old girl. The bike then left the scene.
Read moreShropshire’s young people are being called on to create an exhibition of artwork honouring the incredible work of a man who grew up in the county.
Andrew (Vern) Stokes OBE, MVO, DL left school in Telford at 16 to join the British Army and has since held various distinguished positions, including Garrison Sergeant Major for the past decade.
Read moreOfficers are appealing for information on the whereabouts of Henry Stokes who they wish to speak to in relation to a number of offences.
It is believed the 27-year-old can help with enquiries into a rape, assault and threats to kill investigation.
Read moreA year nine student at a school in Telford was airlifted to hospital in Stoke after falling from height and suffering ‘serious injuries’.
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Mark Pemberton Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust takes Minister Lisa Nandy through the museum, flanked by Sarah Roberts, IGMT Head of Collections and Shaun Davies MP
Telford Live has learned that around 50 staff members are likely to be made redundant from their roles at Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust.
The news comes after a grant of £9 million from the government was announced to help with the transfer of the organisation to the National Trust to secure the long-term future of the historic locations.
Read moreEmergency services were called to a collision involving two vehicles on Hadley Park Road in Telford earlier today.
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Nia Williams from Burton Borough School, who has been selected for the North Midlands Rugby Football Union squad
Nia Williams, a Year 11 pupil at Burton Borough School, in Newport, has been selected for the North Midlands Rugby Football Union squad.
Read moreTelford & Wrekin Council has joined forces with Shropshire Council and Herefordshire Council to launch the Get Marches Working Plan, a bold and collaborative initiative designed to help more people across the Marches access good jobs, training, and opportunities.
Read moreIt looks abandoned and vandalised , but it’s actually a renovation that has stalled.
Zoopla links to this property which include internal photos on the website.
Read moreA truck has broken down on Castlefields Roundabout, on the entrance from A4169 (EP Direction).
This is causing delays.
Read moreHomeowners across many newer housing developments in Telford are paying twice for their street maintenance according to a local councillor….
Read moreEmergency services were dispatched to the Castlefields Roundabout on the A4169 in Lightmoor, Telford, following a report of a collision in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Read moreA laptop was stolen from a house in the Redhill area around 7.40pm last night (Saturday 10 January).
The ‘buyer’, a man said to be in his late teens to early 20’s, threatened the victim with a knife and stole the item. He then made off from the scene in a vehicle.
Read moreThe owners of a biker cafe in Newport have thanked residents for their backing following a successful application to open…
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