Telford MP’s comments ‘Unhelpful’
The office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) John Campion…
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Tara Simmons-Fullwood, Hadley Park House Hotel, with winners Mark Samuel and Stephanie Gordon and Amanda Round, Sales and Marketing Manager, Hadley Park House Hotel.
Dream come true for wedding couple
“Our dream honeymoon would be in Mexico and thanks to Hadley Park House Hotel, we can now afford to do exactly what we want and plan the trip of a lifetime.”
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Witnesses sought after dumper truck crash
The driver, described as a white man in his 40s who was dressed in black with a snood and a flat cap, fled the scene on foot.
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Telford Zoo Launches Halloween Events
Exotic Zoo is also launching its first evening experience with a Nighttime Spooktacular, where visitors can experience the zoo as darkness falls.
Witches, vampires, and zombie characters will lurk in the haunted woods, where families can ‘trick or treat’.
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Vote for your hospital hero
The Public Recognition Award recognises teams or individuals who have made a remarkable contribution and show exceptional compassion and dedication in their role.
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Extended road closure forcing lengthy detours
Rock Road, which was due to reopen before the start of the new school term, has remained shut due to issues with a water main that will supply the new Lidl store.
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Hot on the heels of their practice nights earlier this week, the team have announced that they will be swinging open the doors, 3 days earlier than planned at 4pm today Friday 12th September.
Hickory’s Smokehouse opening three days ahead of schedule
Hot on the heels of their practice nights earlier this week, the team have announced that they will be swinging open the doors, 3 days earlier than planned at 4pm today Friday 12th September.
The new restaurant and bar, which is situated in Priorslee, was originally due to open next Monday, but guests can now get their BBQ fix a few days early as the team open their second smokehouse in the county later today.
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Arrests made at Stafford Park drugs raid
Officers recovered a quantity of cannabis, suspected counterfeit cash, and multiple mobile phones from the address.
Read moreNHS plans for ‘super surge’ this winter
Health organisations in Shropshire are planning to be able to cope with a ‘super surge’ triple whammy of respiratory illness, workforce gaps and infection outbreaks this winter.
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Telford MP “honoured and proud” to be appointed Private Parliamentary Secretary to Defence Secretary John Healey
New job for Telford MP
Telford MP “honoured and proud” to be appointed Private Parliamentary Secretary to Defence Secretary John Healey
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New children’s mental health service moves a step closer
A decision on awarding a new contract for child and adolescent health services in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin will be made behind closed doors, it has been confirmed.
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Fancy starting a radio station?
Ofcom’s new Telford licence invites applications for small-scale DAB radio, enhancing opportunities for local and community broadcasters.
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Fundraiser started in Telford Firefighters name
Telford Firefighter Chris Short was based at Telford Central fire station…
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The Poundland in Newport is closing, leaving the one in Telford Shopping Centre the only option for Poundland fans.
All change as Poundland estate shrinks further
Poundland faces store closures, including Newport and Telford, while struggling financially under Gordon Brothers’ management after a recent restructure.
Read moreCost of doctors strike revealed by trust
An acute hospitals trust in Shropshire spent £500,000 on covering recent…
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Telford taxi drivers to strike over new terms
Veezu partner drivers will strike over new rates this week, according to spokesperson.
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Closing down signs are up at Telford store
Telford wasn’t on the list, but today the store closing signs have gone up at the Bodycare in Telford Shopping Centre.
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Town council object to Children’s Home conversion
Plans to turn a house in Dothill into a children’s care…
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Parcel delivery scooter seized by police
Police have seized an e-scooter with a trailer attached in Hadley…
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The Telford & Wrekin Council chamber hosted a meeting of the boundary review committee. Picture: LDRS
New parish councils created as concerns remain over Telford boundaries review
Boundary review committee made some key decisions and deferred others at…
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Dawley, you’re getting a Sainos!
Sainsbury’s has been named as the operator of a new store…
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CCTV helping with fly-tipping around Telford flats
A project to clear littering and fly-tipping around blocks of flats in Telford…
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Fabweld celebrates King’s Award presentation
A leading UK steel products specialist says it will continue to…
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Mountain Warehouse to open new Telford store
Mountain Warehouse is set to open a new store at Forge…
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Permission granted to replace cross with sign
A family owned funeral director has been given permission for a…
Read moreBack to school price hike for local taxi firm
The largest private hire business in the area, Veezu, has pushed…
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Telford charity Stay will be starring on its very own Community Chest space in the game, which is out next month
Telford charity set for the new official MONOPOLY: Telford & Wrekin Edition
A local charity is the first organisation to be announced as…
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Abbey Manor to hold second Apple Day
Apple Day is returning to Abbey Manor in Buildwas for a…
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The Telford bus stops that are stopping people in their tracks
It’s a headline that I never thought I’d be writing, but…
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Fantastic first Fan Fest
The inaugural Fan Fest was a huge success today as the…
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Silversmiths setting up in Wellington
A new creative studio is opening in Wellington, offering locals a…
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Toy Story – 30 years on
Jason Wright looks at a turning point in recent cinematic history…
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Telford & Wrekin Conservatives open talks with Epping Councillors after High Court victory
The Telford & Wrekin Conservative Group have opened discussions with Conservative…
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Plans to demolish Telford Greggs submitted
New owners of Shawbirch Service Station are proposing to demolish the…
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The plan is to name the new centre after Dawley-born seaman Captain Matthew Webb. Picture: Ellis Williams
Plans for Dawley swimming pool revealed
A Telford leisure centre could be transformed, complete with a new…
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Car crashes into cycle rack at Telford shops
What Shropshire Fire and Rescue are describing as a hybrid vehicle,…
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Opinion: You are being farmed, in a roundabout way
Roundabouts? I’m over them. You’d be forgiven for thinking that every…
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Review: Nicola Lowery went to the newest Pilates & Yoga Studio in Telford – here’s the verdict
A new Pilates & Yoga Studio, Reform & Revive has opened…
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Sunday at the Balloon Fiesta
It’s the last day of Telford Balloon Fiesta 2025 and what…
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Day two of Telford Balloon Fiesta
It’s free to attend, and no ticket required for the Saturday…
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Damian (Manager), Lynn (Volunteer Co-Ordinator) and volunteer director Ray in the 63 seat independent cinema
Telford independent cinema enters national awards
Wellington Orbit has entered the British Independent Film Awards’ (BIFA) inaugural…
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Donny Bonny returns for 2025
The banners have gone up, and the annual Mammoth Donnington bonfire…
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At Charlton School in Wellington, from left, Maddie Herbert, Jake Francis, Kassie Salera, Graham Drysdale, Connor Starling, Dylan Martin, and Bayley Hodgetts
GCSE results are a credit to pupils’ dedication and hard work
The Learning Community Trust says it is ‘delighted’ with the GCSE…
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Cat charity fears for future amid market changes
A charity shop in Wellington’s historic market fears it could be…
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Turning former shops into social rented homes
The site of two vacant high street shops is being redeveloped…
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Dan Scollard-Kerr, and Sharon Wyatt from the Rotary Club of Wellington with Lily Titley and Ella Hope
Education bursaries for ‘inspiring’ Telford College trio
Three students from Telford College have been awarded bursaries by the…
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Fire service respond to Woodside call out
Shropshire Fire and Rescue were called out to a car fire…
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Telford Street Food vendor brings new flavours
A new street food option has opened up in Wellington, bringing…
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Telford pub closes it’s doors mysteriously
The Swan Hotel and Restaurant in Wellington remains closed, despite a…
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Monroe recently opened for hip-hop legends Busta Rhymes and Redman at Crystal Palace’s South Facing festival.
From Telford to Crystal Palace: Rapper Monroe opens for Busta Rhymes
A rapper from Telford has been inspiring the next generation after…
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Top Telford carvery closes on Tuesday
What is it about carveries that sends Telford wild? Plates stacked…
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Blue fade hues, set to leave the building
An historic pub in Wellington is going to get a new…
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Countdown to Telford Balloon Fiesta
Taking place in Telford Town Park from Friday 22 August to…
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Jesse Abdul Karim, Amber Norton, Harry Chandler, Sophie Flavell, Meredith Davis celebrating at Telford College
Telford College celebrates another strong set of results
Telford College has celebrated another strong set of results for its…
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New shop approved – despite objections
A shop owner’s plan to demolish and replace a Telford convenience…
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Firefighters tackle blaze near cemetery
Firefighters from across Shropshire tackled a wildfire that broke out in…
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Son’s bike ride honours father’s memory
A teenager from Telford is staging a 56-mile charity cycle ride…
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Wrekin fire out, but you might see firefighters around later today
Wrekin fire out, but you might see firefighters around later today…
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West Mercia Search & Rescue stood down from Wrekin Fire
The volunteers of West Mercia Search & Rescue were stood down…
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Look out for bikers around Telford today
There is a Fancy Dress Bike Run today organised by True…
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