News in Telford, Shropshire
A man from Regent Street in Wellington has appeared before Telford Magistrates’ Court to face sentencing for a series of offences, including a racially aggravated attack on a police officer and multiple thefts from a high street retailer.
Read moreThe audit found a range of issues including fire compartmentation, storage of oxygen cylinders and other materials on escape routes, issues with training in fire safety, obstruction of fire exits and overcrowding.
The trust board meeting was told on Thursday (March 12) that many of the risks had already been dealt with but replacing damaged fire doors took longer to fix.
Read moreA 28-year-old man has been handed a prison sentence after being caught in possession of a kitchen knife outside a hotel in Wellington.
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A witness spotted someone pouring plaster and plaster-contaminated water straight into a roadside drain
A Wellington plasterer thought nobody was watching when they emptied contaminated waste into a roadside drain, but CCTV and a sharp-eyed witness had other ideas. Telford & Wrekin Council has now issued a significant fine following the broad daylight incident, serving as a blunt warning to other businesses and residents about the high cost of illegal dumping.
Read moreA local driver has been hit with a four-year road ban and a community order after failing to provide a specimen for analysis.
Read moreA Telford man has appeared in court following a series of incidents involving high-value retail theft and an assault in the local area.
Read moreTelford & Wrekin Council is inviting volunteers to join a major borough-wide initiative starting this week to help tidy up local neighbourhoods. With a series of community events planned from Newport to Coalbrookdale, find out how you can get involved and join the nearly 2,000 residents already working to keep our green spaces clean.
Read moreA Wellington man caught behind the wheel in Ketley while already banned from the roads has appeared before magistrates. Despite the court noting the seriousness of the offence, a decision was made to suspend his prison sentence.
Read moreLidl was recently granted permission for a bigger store at the new mixed development taking shape off Marsh Meadow Way at Redhill along with a host of conditions
But planning officers at Telford & Wrekin Council wrote that it is ‘regrettable’ that a sustainable connection link from the A5 will not be available for the opening of the food store for technical reasons.
Read moreA woman has appeared in court and received a significant driving ban after being stopped by police in Telford in her electric car.
Read moreTelford & Wrekin Council has released new data showing a major drop in pothole reports as repair teams ramp up their efforts across the borough. With millions of pounds in investment planned and crews fixing more defects than are being reported, find out how the council is tackling winter road damage and what it means for your daily commute.
Read moreVA Technology is preparing for an exciting period of expansion and is launching a recruitment drive to fill 30 new roles across its manufacturing team. The company is looking for fabricators, mechanical fitters and electrical fitters to join its growing workforce as it gears up for increased demand over 2026 and 2027.
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Read moreA 60 year old Dawley man has been arrested in relation to a laser that was shone at the National Police Air Service (NPAS) fixed-winged plane yesterday evening.
Read moreA Telford man has been sentenced in court after a campaign of harassment that involved stalking a woman’s social media and accessing her private gaming accounts.
The court has now imposed a strict restraining order and community requirements following the six-month ordeal.
Read moreWest Mercia Police officers went door to door yesterday after a man they arrested made off from A&E.
Read moreA Shifnal man has appeared in court following a “nasty incident” involving the persistent use of racist language and the assault of a nurse who was trying to help him.
Read moreWalsall-based Saje Care Group has submitted an application for a three-bedroom detached property in Admirals Way to be turned into a care home for vulnerable children in Shropshire and beyond.
Read moreA Sutton Hill driver has been stripped of her driving licence for several years following a recent appearance at Telford Magistrates’ Court.
The 53-year-old was stopped by police on a busy Telford road last autumn, leading to a conviction that will keep her off the roads until 2029.
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Cllr Nathalie Page, Deputy Mayor of the Borough of Telford and Wrekin, visits the David Wilson Homes "Otters Reach' development in Ironbridge. (Pic: Mike Sewell For Callum James - Unsworth Sugden)
Councillor Nathalie Page joined representatives from David Wilson Homes to tour the 107-home site on Buildwas Road, which forms part of the wider Benthall Grange project.
Read morePlanning inspector Rachel Standfield reached a split decision ruling – with deciding against Mr Price’s single storey side extension and front porch. But the inspector allowed him to keep front and rear boundary walls.
Read moreTelford & Wrekin Council has reached a major housing milestone ahead of schedule, transforming hundreds of empty properties back into homes. The local authority has revealed how it tackled long-term vacancies and what the future holds for these restored sites across the borough.
Read moreA local man has been sentenced at Telford Magistrates’ Court following a disturbance in the town that involved an assault and indecent behavior in a public place. Magistrates have now imposed a strict 100-day alcohol ban and electronic monitoring as part of a year-long community order.
Read moreMajor changes are taking shape in the heart of Oakengates as the first phase of a massive regeneration project reaches completion. With new shop fronts, a revamped library on the horizon and plans for a brand new public square, find out how the town centre is being transformed for residents and visitors alike.
Read moreThe latest Quarterly Economic Survey carried out by Shropshire Chamber of Commerce reveals a relatively subdued local economy as firms adjust to what many describe as a “new normal” trading environment.
Taxation remains the number one concern.
Read moreWrekin View Primary School in Wellington is calling on local people to help shape the future of local education by joining its governing board.
The school is seeking two new co-opted governors who can bring fresh insight, experience, and a commitment to supporting children’s education.
Read moreA man has been arrested following an incident in Ketley Bank this evening involving two drivers, one thought to be armed.
Read moreA woman from Albrighton has appeared at Telford Magistrates’ Court following an incident in Asda car park.
Read moreA teenager who committed a knifepoint robbery just days after a previous court appearance has been sentenced to detention by Telford magistrates.
Read moreThe leader of Telford & Wrekin Council has defended the borough’s independence as the government consults on new areas for agreeing strategic development.
Councillor Lee Carter, leader of Telford & Wrekin, said the borough’s independence is “non negotiable.”
Read moreA Ketley resident has been stripped of his driving licence for three years and hit with a court bill after being caught behind the wheel while more than three times the legal drink-drive limit.
Read moreA 52-year-old man from Arleston has appeared before a judge at Shrewsbury Crown Court to be sentenced for the possession and creation of nearly 1,000 indecent images and videos of children. The offences, which spanned nearly a decade, resulted in a community order and strict five-year restrictions on his internet and device usage.
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Snakey, a corn snake, who was rescued from the back of someone's fridge and is still looking for his forever home.
A Telford-based exotic pet rescue is looking for local volunteers to help shape its future as it prepares to become a registered charity. With over 200 animals already helped, the team is now searching for committee members to join their mission and help support some of the area’s most unique rescues.
Read moreTelford & Wrekin Council officials had ruled that Mick Barber’s plan for the outbuilding off Malt House Bank in Little Wenlock would be too large in comparison to the main property.
But Mr Barber’s agent has told the Planning Inspectorate that it would be a “modest outbuilding that is suitably distant, well-designed, subservient and reflective of the old farm yard which once operated here.”
Read moreThe natural trail at Apley Farm Shop, on the A442 between Telford and Bridgnorth, has been designed in the surrounding fields with interactive points for walkers to discover more about surrounding countryside, animals and more.
Read moreTelford councillors will be invited to look at new ‘innovative’ ways of providing housing in the borough.
They could be asked to examine using garage conversions, micro and modular builds, pods and other ‘compact’ dwellings, a report reveals.
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A popular breakfast club for gentlemen aged 50 and over has moved to The Fallow Field Pub & Restaurant in Hadley
A popular breakfast club for gentlemen aged 50 and over has moved to The Fallow Field Pub & Restaurant in Hadley, Telford. The club, which regularly attracts 30 or more attendees, meets at the new venue on the fourth Tuesday of every month from 10.00am until noon.
Read moreA total of 72 roads in the Shropshire Council area are to have their surfaces sealed, which the council says will make them more durable.
Called “top dressing”, the roads will also be less prone to freeze or thaw, with the council moving towards C-class side roads as part of its maintenance programme.
Full list of roads on the website
Read moreAMR, which can make infections impossible to treat, has been nationally linked with causing twice as many deaths as breast cancer each year.
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Ishmel Hanson, of John Earlam Close in Priorslee, was handed the sentence after previously pleading guilty
Ishmel Hanson, of John Earlam Close in Priorslee, was handed the sentence after previously pleading guilty to two counts of being concerned in the supply of class A drugs and one count of acquiring criminal property.
Read moreTelford College is opening its Wellington campus to the public this summer for a brand-new Community Day, offering a lively programme of hands-on activities, demonstrations and family-friendly experiences.
The free event will take place on Saturday 6 June, from 10am to 2pm, at the college’s Haybridge Road site.
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A disused office in Wellington has been earmarked to become a barber shop with a flat. Picture: Google Maps
Arleston resident Mubasher Mehmood is proposing to bring the office back into use and employ three people at 48a Walker Street, in the Wellington Conservation Area.
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Councillor Carolyn Healy, Jay Wallace (barista), Tess Sharp, Councillor Ollie Vickers, Adam Purnell and Bruce Sharp, Shop Manager.
The Shropshire Lad has expanded his presence in Ironbridge with the launch of a new artisan bakery and coffee shop. Supported by a council grant, this latest venture promises a unique twist on the traditional takeaway, featuring expert craftsmanship and a commitment to local producers that sets it apart from the rest of the high street.
Read moreLiam Beardmore, a Year 11 student at Burton Borough School, finished 7th in the UK in his category at the British Shooting Schools Rifle Championships annual competition.
Read moreThese sessions provide expert guidance for anyone considering changes to their home within the World Heritage Site, where stricter planning controls apply and even alterations such as replacing windows, doors or boundary walls require planning consent.
Read moreShropshire Business Conversation, held at Telford International Centre, was jointly organised by Shropshire Festivals and Shropshire Business magazine to mark the publication’s 10th anniversary.
Read moreTelford College was given a Highly Commended award in recognition of the success of its Health Care Support Worker Induction Programme, developed in partnership with NHS and the Shropshire Telford & Wrekin Integrated Care System.
Read moreCare companies have lodged checks with the council to see if the law allows them to use two properties in Dawley.
In both cases the council’s planning department has been told that the applications are for Certificates of Lawfulness.
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Shaun Davies MP, Member of Parliament for Telford, is hosting a coffee drop in event in Overdale on Friday 13th of March.
The event, taking place at the Carpenter Centre, Overdale between 3pm and 4:30pm on 13th March, will give residents the opportunity to seek advice or discuss issues directly with their MP, no booking required.
Read moreA major employment and training showcase is returning to the town this month to celebrate a massive ten-year milestone. With industry leaders, live recruitment opportunities, and hands-on activities all under one roof, this free event is a must-visit for anyone looking to kickstart their career or find a new challenge in the region.
Read moreA local man has been stripped of his driving licence and ordered to pay hundreds of pounds in costs following a stop on a Telford road last summer.
Read moreMaternity Services at the Princess Royal Hospital will be opening their doors on Saturday 14 March for a special open day designed to welcome expectant parents and families.
Read moreSpeaking after sentencing, Detective Constable Katie Doyle said: “Prince Boakye was a member of an Organised Crime Group who targeted and exploited a man in the Conwy area. As a result of his actions, Prince Boakye will now spend a significant period of his young adult life in custody.”
Read moreA 27-year-old Leegomery man has been hit with a hefty fine and a lengthy driving ban following an appearance at Telford Magistrates’ Court this week. The driver was hauled before the bench following an incident in the town last month—read the full details of the court’s decision here.
Read moreCouncillors and senior officers from Telford & Wrekin Council joined members of the college’s management team for a hard hat tour of Telford 6th, a purpose-built facility which is on track to open its doors this September.
Read moreA popular family attraction just over the border from Telford has announced it will be dropping its entry price to just £2 for one day only this month. With character appearances and massive savings on standard tickets, it’s a major celebration for their second anniversary—find out when you can grab the deal.
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Jee, who moved to Telford from Leeds 20 years ago, launched her first Bhangra Fitness session in 2019.
A local instructor who turned her dream into a reality is celebrating after her vibrant community classes were named the best in the UK. From high-energy Bhangra to inclusive social dance groups, find out how this Telford resident is transforming lives and health through the power of movement and culture.
Read moreThe council has told its own planning department how it plans to go about the demolition process, which could start in April, 2026, and last for two months.
Refurbishment had been considered but officials decided that this was not as “cost effective as a new purpose-built and future-proof facility”.
Read moreThe Grade II listed Stockton House, an 18th-century Georgian gem located on the A442 between Telford and Bridgnorth, is hosting its final open event this Sunday, 8 March, ahead of a fully booked summer season.
The event, running from 11am to 3pm, marks the last opportunity for prospective newlyweds to view the house in a showcase format until October 2026.
Read moreHadley & Leegomery Parish Council had controversially tried to sell Hadley Cemetery Lodge but it ended up being taken off the property market at the end of last year.
Read moreA Wellington man has been dealt with by Magistrates following a campaign of unwanted calls and letters directed at a local woman.
A restraining order has now been issued to prevent any further contact—read the full court report here.
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