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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.

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.

The last event is full of fantastic items to help make your Christmas special, you won’t want to miss this one!

Familiar divisions reopened as councillors clashed over housebuilding targets in Telford and Wrekin. Telford & Wrekin Council’s Conservative opposition leader…

Woodlands Primary School in Madeley was awarded at the national ARC (Attachment Research Community) Primary School winner 2025 after previously…

Health and safety rules are proving to be an insurmountable obstacle when it comes to hanging a ‘Merry Christmas’ sign from a bridge in Telford, a meeting heard.

The sign at a pedestrian and cycle bridge over Britannia Way in Hadley had been a feature of the festive season and its absence has prompted comments and speculation on social media.

One of the proposals, for a property in Donnington, will return to Telford & Wrekin Council’s planning committee for a second time after councillors deferred a decision to go on a site visit.

The other plan for a home for up to three children in Dothill saw 57 objections, including from Wellington Town Council, and was called in to be decided at Wednesday’s meeting by councillor Karen Tomlinson (Liberal Democrats, Shawbirch & Dothill).

The water tests recorded that for the “chemical parameters analysed, no pollution was identified”.

A spokesperson for the EA said: “We understand local concerns and our officers have responded by testing the water in July and September which showed there was no pollution in the brook.

“The Hurley Brook is not a designated bathing water and is unlikely to become one due to its location being within the urban area of Telford.”

Based 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.

Developers who built two bungalows in Telford nearly 10 inches higher than approved have been allowed to keep the ground level changes, despite objections.

Residents and St George’s and Priorslee Parish Council objected to the retrospective application from Ashlee Homes for the properties in Freeston Avenue, St Georges.

Councillors at Hadley & Leegomery Parish Council have pulled the plug on the controversial sale of Hadley Cemetery Lodge.

A meeting was told that a bid made for the lodge, in Hadley Park Road, fell though partly because of a campaign against the sale by “saboteurs” but also that the council’s finances have improved.

We’re reaching out to our local support community, customers, and colleagues to support a charity very close to our hearts—Birmingham Children’s Hospital. A heartfelt thanks to Katarina Kreates for creating our wonderful display.

We kindly ask for small donations or toiletries for patients aged 16 and above. These will be delivered to the hospital on 17th of December.

Catherine’s Mascots will also be joining us, bringing some fun characters to visit the children and spread joy during this special season. Thank you in advance.

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.

A Shropshire hospitals chief has told other county health leaders that everything is “on track” for their winter preparations.

The board of NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin heard that a key date is Monday, December 1, when new beds and arrangements at the acute hospitals in Shrewsbury and Telford start to become available.

​Fire crews from Telford Central station responded to a property fire call in Southwater, Telford on Saturday evening.

Telford & Wrekin Council has acted quickly to repair damage caused to a cherished bus stop mural in Leegomery, Apley, after it was defaced with white paint overnight on 21 November.

The artwork, created by local artist Neil Willis, featured poignant Remembrance scenes with the Union Jack flag, poppies, and soldiers. Its vandalism generated widespread sadness and disappointment among residents.

In these dramatic photos taken by Telford Live contributor Tom Hill, you can see where the truck left the road, collided with a scaffolding truck. It then passed over a footpath and front garden before stopping short of the house wall.

More photos on the website, link in comments.

The Prescription Ordering Direct (POD) service is being decommissioned and phased out by the end of November. The phone- and email-based system was introduced in 2016/17 to help reduce medicine waste.

But a review found that it duplicated what some GP practices and the NHS app was already doing. Its cost on the local health and care system was put at more than £1 million each year.

Last week, Shaun took and the Leader of Telford & Wrekin Council to the heart of government, attending to 10 Downing Street and meeting again with Local Government Secretary Steve Reed MP, to reinforce the urgency of securing a fairer funding settlement for Telford.

Shropshire’s fire service has been hit by an un-anticipated £400,000 increase in its rates bill after work at Telford’s fire station increased the value of the property, a meeting was told.

“That figure is currently with a consultant who is working on an appeal on that number to verify that that number is in fact correct.” said Joanne Coadey, the head of finance at the fire authority.

This year’s theme, Safe Vehicles Save Lives, highlights the importance of vehicle safety in preventing collisions and reducing casualties. In 2024 in Telford and Wrekin there were 150 casualties, of which 37 were seriously injured with three fatalities, a reminder of how vulnerable everyday road users can be.

For the first time, Telford & Wrekin Council has exercised powers newly granted by City of Wolverhampton Council that allow officers to inspect and suspend unroadworthy vehicles licensed by Wolverhampton. Shropshire Council were also in attendance. 

A parish council’s achievement in cutting its carbon footprint by 85 per cent drew a “sharp intake of breath” at a recent conference in Telford, a meeting was told.

Hollinswood & Randlay Parish Council has invested more than £120,000 in the last few years on replacing gas with air source heat pumps and solar panels on community buildings.