Telford People

Ercall Wood Academy in Wellington has now collected a staggering 36,000 bottle tops which are being used to help raise funds for learning disability charity Mencap.

Ever wanted to learn to code but not sure how to start?

I grew up in Hadley, Telford and me and my mates used to see it for myself.

Telford Grooming Gang: A Mother’s Story. Our family was close, but a set of unexpected events in quick succession had rocked us and my daughter was very vulnerable. I knew something was happening.

Our family was close, but a set of unexpected events in quick succession had rocked us and my daughter was very vulnerable. I knew something was happening.

When I moved to Shropshire four years ago I decided to put my interest and background in science to use to examine the “Shropshire Triangle”.

NHS Improvement has today confirmed the re-appointment of Mr Brian Newman as Non-executive Director of The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust.

Telford & Wrekin Council leader Kuldip Sahota has announced he is to step down from his position in May 2016.

Local sculptor, Jacob Chandler, is making his mark on the world of sculpture by winning a competition held by the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists.

Back in September 2015, I ran a poll on the back of an offer of help that Telford and Wrekin Council made to Syrian refugees.

I wanted some feedback as to what followers on twitter, likers on Facebook and website visitors thought of Telford Live and what in particular they liked about it

Both Colin and Alan live on Shawbirch and work for Tesco, and they are doing this mad 5 day 105 mile challenge.

When you find yourself on holiday, on a course or even if you, God forbid, move away, you will be asked ‘where are you from?’

Crowdfunding is a way for everyone to get involved in a project, business or just a bit of fun to buy something unique.

More than 118 families in Telford already share their home with foster children.

I’m delighted to introduce local vlogger, Lydia Greatrix. Lydia is 16 and has been an Anti Bullying Ambassador for two years.

First time author, Emma Cooper from Telford. ‘No Wonder’ is women’s fiction, unashamedly ‘chick lit’ and extremely funny.

The Hoo Farm Animal Nativity will be performed daily up to and including Christmas Eve, with special appearances from Father Christmas at the weekends.

Channel 4 News will be reporting from Telford next week when Chancellor George Osborne announces his Autumn Statement.

Started in 2013, Christmas Smile collects and distributes Christmas gifts for vulnerable children and adults across the Telford and Wrekin community.

On the 12th of January 1991, Challenge Anneka came to Oakengates. To mark 25 years or so since Anneka opened the hostel, Stay are holding a sponsored sleep out event.

One thing I didn’t expect to see when I woke up this morning was an MP’s payslip.

A campaign has been launched to raise £1,000 for medical equipment at a Telford hotel after the general manager at a sister hotel died.

Ahead of its annual Autumn Style Show, Telford Shopping Centre is on the hunt for real models to be the face of the new season’s latest trends.

Lucy Allan MP has welcomed news that Telford’s Senior Citizens Forum have obtained a lottery grant that will allow it to remain open.

A brand new women’s club for ladies aged 45 to 60 has been formed in Telford.

The first-class standard of care provided by a Telford care home has been recognised with its staff becoming respected Dignity

Members of UKIP’s youth wing have elected Telford’s Tom Hoof as the Deputy Chairman of their national decision making body.

Shropshire Community Project is a social enterprise that is passionate about raising funds for projects and causes that support those

A controversial documentary about tax avoidance screened at a Telford church has been hailed as a success by local campaigner

Health Minister Jeremy Hunt visited a Telford GP practice and met with mental health professionals and patients to mark Time to Talk Day.

A hugely successful annual walk between two Shropshire hospitals which has raised more than £25,000 for charity will be bigger than ever when it is held again this summer.

We have 2 opportunities for you this time, one wants stuff, one wants your time.  Both very good causes.  If

Four times World Superbikes Champion Carl Fogarty and ex-British Champion James Whitham will be the special guests at the launch of the Shropshire and Staffordshire Blood Bikes service at the RAF Museum, Cosford.

Julie is trying to raise £10k for Telford Foodbank.  Part of it will come through the Ball on the 8th

At Telford Shopping Centre, the popular Christmas Charity Gift Wrap has made a return; and this year one of the

Back at the beginning of 2013, a couple of guys from Telford started filming & live broadcasting Telford & Wrekin

A young Telford based Street Dance crew whose members include two young dancers from Blackpool, have just Won at the Street Dance International Championships