News in Telford, Shropshire
Councillor Snell will be assisted during his year in office by his wife Val as Mayoress and Deputy Mayor Councillor Jim McGinn.
The new Mayor of Wellington has taken office, with a pledge to support the regeneration of the town. Councillor Reg…
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Dobbies’ brand-new Fairy Garden Tea Party can be enjoyed by all the family. Pictured is Chloe Williamson (7) and Ruary Williamson (© UNP)
Dobbies Garden Centres are inviting families along to its Telford store on Saturday the 28 and Sunday the 29 of…
Read moreBuyers from across England and Wales flocked to Shrewsbury Auction Centre on Friday for the dispersal sale of a pedigree…
Read moreResidents are being invited to take a closer look at plans for the new Captain Matthew Webb Swimming and Fitness…
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Emergency services working at the scene where a BMW has crashed into a house next to a filling station. Pic: D Watkins
A Telford man has been charged with dangerous driving after a car collided with a house in Ketley, Telford. Dale…
Read moreBroken bridge in award winning park to be replaced thanks to volunteer group who secured Lottery grant and more A…
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Newport Premier, in High Street sits close to Haberdashers’ Adams School and members of the Licensing Sub-committee decided to revoke its premises licence
A Newport shop has lost its fight to keep its alcohol sales licence after councillors decided it was ‘undermining licensing…
Read moreShropshire Chamber of Commerce has added its congratulations to one of its patron members which has scooped a national award…
Read moreTwo Telford football coaches launched a Champions League-style football tournament named the Telford Summer Series. The Telford Summer Series was…
Read moreMany customers of a popular Telford pub had a surprise email this afternoon informing them that the pub was closing…
Read moreThree men, aged 36, 40 and 49, were arrested at the scene of a huge cannabis farm near Telford on…
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The academy launched with just eight players in October last year, but over 40 players now regularly attend sessions at the SEAH Stadium in Wellington.
AFC Telford United Foundation’s pan-disability academy is celebrating its first seven months of expansion by creating a new programme for…
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elford College students in Much Wenlock, where new pick-up points are being introduced from September as part of an improved public transport service
Telford College is laying on extra bus routes from September to make its campuses more accessible than ever. A brand-new…
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Young football star Miley Wheeler, who has signed a new contract with West Bromwich Albion under 16s team
A talented student from a Newport school is making her footballing dreams come true. Miley Wheeler, who is in Year…
Read moreOn Friday 30th May Inspector Damien Kelly and PC Cummings from Shifnal & Albrighton Safer Neighbourhood Team were conducting a…
Read moreWellington Firefighters have announced the date for the next fire station Open Day. These popular events feature equipment demonstrations, a…
Read moreColourful knitted kindness hearts are helping to bring comfort to the families of patients who are receiving last hours and…
Read moreA Hyundai Accent 1.3i that had been left in the area of Hill Crest Road, in St Georges has been…
Read moreAs part of Operation Spree patrols, a man was stopped by PCSO Uttley riding this off-road motorbike in Woodside, Telford….
Read moreWARNING: THIS REVIEW CONTAINS MAJOR SPOILERS. Shhh Spoilers, sweeties. “The Reality War” is the season finale to Doctor Who Season…
Read moreThe road that runs from Telford Rugby Club to the QEII Arena was closed for a period today. Metal fences…
Read moreAmigos Dog Grooming which started earlier this year is celebrating their 100th dog through their door this week. The business…
Read moreThere were long tailbacks on the M54 following a car fire on Friday afternoon. A Jaguar car caught fire right…
Read morePopular street food vendors last day at current spot, but hints at new location. Ureys has been a fixture at…
Read moreDespite their legal status, e-scooters are a common sight on Telford’s streets. While currently banned from public paths and roads,…
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An illustrative vision for the Central Park space and examples of high quality walking routes through green spaces. Image: Miller Homes
Details of a new public park at the centre of a huge new housing development in Telford have been released….
Read moreA cross party committee of senior councillors is set to grill candidates for a top paying council job. The role…
Read moreFreedom of Information requests to Telford & Wrekin Council boomed by 22 per cent last year, including at least one…
Read moreA motor business is being investigated over a ‘large scale potential fraud’ after trading standards officers in Telford noticed a…
Read moreLibrary-users in Telford and Wrekin now have even more choice, following the launch of a new app for digital readers….
Read moreTelford Town FC is proud to unveil its “Future of the Town” campaign—an ambitious new initiative designed to inspire the…
Read moreThis is the proposed signage for a new bar at Southwater in Telford, but it’s not abundantly clear exactly what…
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Chris Jordan of Christopher’s, which has joined forces with near-by venues
Number 5 and Radici Restaurant.
A ‘first of its kind’ event being hosted in a Shropshire town this summer is set to appeal to discerning…
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A dedicated Home Birth Team has been launched by The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH)
A dedicated Home Birth Team has been launched by The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH). The team will…
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Telford MP Shaun Davies Visits RBSL to Celebrate Defence Innovation and Local Partnership in Telford
Shaun Davies, Member of Parliament for Telford, visited Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) last week to recognise the company’s growing…
Read moreNew ITV Quiz Show “Win Win” Offers Telford Viewers Chance at £1 Million Jackpot and Amazing Prizes Telford residents are…
Read moreJoin us on Friday 6th June at Wilsons Auctions Telford to celebrate our 3rd year of working with Fords of…
Read moreThe council owned lettings company has opened the application process for new homes at four developments in Telford. Properties at…
Read moreTelford & Wrekin Council is inviting residents to share their views on new proposals aimed at encouraging responsible dog ownership…
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Councillor Carolyn Healy, Telford & Wrekin Council’s Cabinet Member for Neighbourhoods, Planning and Sustainability with examples of single use vapes that will be banned from sale from Sunday 1 June.
Trading standards officers at Telford & Wrekin Council have been urging retailers to prepare for significant changes in legislation regarding…
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The ultraviolet kiosk is in operation at the borehole site. Picture: Severn Trent Water/Fisher German
Bug-killing ultraviolet equipment was installed at a Shropshire water borehole after bacteria was found there, planning documents reveal. Documents lodged…
Read moreRunners in Telford are being urged to sign up to a popular 5k fun run that last year attracted over…
Read morePolice are investigating criminal damage to a tree in Apley, and have appealed to local residents for information. The tree…
Read moreYou can never have enough storage space. This innovative, secret storage system can give you the extra storage you need…
Read moreLilo & Stitch is the latest Disney live-action remake, based on the animated movie from 2002. Okay, here’s the thing….
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Caring for roses will be covered at Dobbies Garden Centre’s June Grow How workshop, led by the Green Team (© Andrew Cawley)
Dobbies Garden Centres is hosting a free Rose-themed Grow How workshop at its Telford store this June, sharing top tips…
Read moreTelford & Wrekin Council has today announced its second clean-up operation targeting two of the borough’s busiest dual carriageways, as…
Read moreOn the A442/Queensway/EP, just past the Ketley Bank junction as you are heading towards Hollinswood, a Landrover and over-turned trailer…
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Professor Heidi Fuller, Head of School for Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy at Keele University, and Jon Sargeant, former Chief Financial Officer at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals Trust, joined SaTH last month.
Two new Associate Non-Executive Directors have been appointed to the Board of The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH)….
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Year 11 students were invited to take part in an “Open Doors Event” with Bowmer & Kirkland which is currently building homes for rent in Iron Masters Way, in Telford.
Students from a Newport school have been learning all about career opportunities in the construction industry. Year 11 students from…
Read moreLeads at the ready for the people of Shropshire as the county’s most popular dog show and country festival returns…
Read moreNine Telford College students have qualified for the regional finals of a competition which could ultimately see them representing the…
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Telford MP Shaun Davies Meets Children and Young People in Telford to Help Shape National Youth Strategy
Shaun Davies, MP for Telford, visited Dawley Youth Club last week to meet with children and young people in Telford…
Read moreTelford & Wrekin Police took to social media to warn of the dangers relating to swimming in the many pools…
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Ironbridge Power Station redevelopment: A CGI image of the plans (Picture: Harworth Group Plc / Pegasus Planning Group)
Up to 40 vehicles could be entering part of a huge building site every weekday for the next four years…
Read moreBarry Ince is 70 years old and from Shifnal and John McBride is 65 years old, and they are now…
Read moreBelly Busters catering van has been given retrospective permission to trade in a layby off the A442 despite opposition to…
Read moreA prolific Telford shoplifter has been given a two-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) after being convicted of theft. Jason Challoner,…
Read moreThe UK’s premier food and drink festival celebrates 15 years as it arrives at Telford’s Weston Park with a roster…
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Dan Doherty, centre, receives his award from Police and Crime
Commissioner Simon Foster and West Midlands Police Chief Constable Craig
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A father of two recovering from crack cocaine and heroin addiction says an award-winning Telford community company has helped save…
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