Summer of fun for local families thanks to Housing Plus Group
Families and young people across Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and Staffordshire have enjoyed a fun-filled summer thanks to Housing Plus…
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Town celebrates historic Channel swim
A historic milestone is being celebrated in the town, as Monday 25th August marks 150 years since Captain Matthew Webb’s…
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£250,000 investment marks K9 Anytime anniversary
A dog daycare and hotel specialist is celebrating 10 years in business with a major investment. K9 Anytime, which was…
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Alex is described as being around 5ft 4ins tall, of a slim build, with shoulder length blonde hair, either straight or curled.
Have you seen Alex?
Staffordshire Police are concerned for the whereabouts of missing woman, aged 29, Alex, from Lichfield. She was last heard from…
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Sweet anticipation from market traders
Wellington Market is on the cusp of a major transformation, with main refurbishment works set to begin soon. After a…
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Will this be the best brunch in Telford?
Hickory’s new place in Telford is opening in just a couple of weeks time, and they are now taking online…
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Where is your secret spot in Telford?
Where is your favourite place in Telford? Silkin Way, Town Park, The Flash, The Wrekin, that bench round the corner…
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Sunday at the Balloon Fiesta
It’s the last day of Telford Balloon Fiesta 2025 and what an event it has been. Sunday is free to…
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Wool Magic to disappear from New St
Donna has decided to close her retail business after over 10 years at the shop, retiring to attend to family…
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Day two of Telford Balloon Fiesta
It’s free to attend, and no ticket required for the Saturday and Sunday of Telford Balloon Fiesta 2025. There is…
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Nightglow a huge success
If you have seen the Hot Air Balloons in the skies above, Town Park, Hollinswood or Randlay this morning, then…
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Rewriting the rules of leadership for women in business
A marketing agency director will be exploring ways of ‘rewriting the rules of leadership’ as a woman in business at…
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New look pool opens in Wellington
The swimming pool at Wellington Civic and Leisure Centre is set to officially reopen on Tuesday 26 August after a…
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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 Cinema of the Year award. It is calling on…
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Tonight, the Telford Balloon Fiesta begins.
The Night Glow event is tonight, Friday 22 August, with all 7,500 tickets already sold. Entertainment on the main stage…
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Telford crack and heroin dealer gets 32 months
A Telford drug dealer has been given a 32-month sentence after he pled guilty to supplying drugs into the town….
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Donny Bonny returns for 2025
The banners have gone up, and the annual Mammoth Donnington bonfire and fireworks display is set to return for another…
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They are not just scraping the peas out of the carpet…
Work has started on the refurb at the Toby Carvery which closed this week for a month. Scaffolding has been…
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Bilston man charged with Telford robbery
A man has been charged with robbery following an incident in Wellington on Tuesday 24 June, 2025. Christy Mongan, of…
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College celebrates another good set of GCSE results
Telford College is celebrating another good set of GCSE results today. They include a 100% pass rate for science, and…
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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 results across its schools in Telford & Wrekin –…
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Telford good causes invited to win up to £1,000
Charities, community groups, organisations and good causes are being asked to self-nominate for the chance to receive a generous cash…
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Cat charity fears for future amid market changes
A charity shop in Wellington’s historic market fears it could be forced to close its doors for good after being…
Read moreMen charged after Wellington thefts
Two men have been charged following separate theft incidents in Telford. Kobby Sekyi-Amoako, aged 40, of Market Street in Oakengates…
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Turning former shops into social rented homes
The site of two vacant high street shops is being redeveloped to provide much-needed homes for social rent. The former…
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Charity singers celebrate Shropshire
Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin’s community music activities are lively, welcoming groups of older people who simply love to…
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Historic tin found at Wellington Orbit
A piece of local history has been found at Wellington Orbit cinema. The discovery was made by workers during the…
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Maureen Drakeley, pictured with the team and her surgeon, was the first patient to be discharged on day zero after her operation last month.
Same-day shoulder surgery a success
Two patients in Telford have been able to return home on the same day as their shoulder replacement operations, thanks…
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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 Wellington Rotary Club to help with their higher education….
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Fire service respond to Woodside call out
Shropshire Fire and Rescue were called out to a car fire in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The fire…
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Sunnycroft bursts into bloom with its first Flower Festival
This September, Sunnycroft, a National Trust property, in Wellington will be dressed to impress for its first-ever Flower Festival. The…
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Crash concern for Telford battery storage site
Highways officials have raised concerns over ‘risks’ of micro-energy storage energy systems near Telford’s roads. In response to one application…
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Telford firefighter passes away
A firefighter based at Telford Central station has died while off duty. Chris Short passed away on Sunday, 17 August….
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Telford Street Food vendor brings new flavours
A new street food option has opened up in Wellington, bringing a unique taste to the town. Chaii Kin, located…
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Plans have been submitted to turn a house in Telford into a children’s care home
Turnstone Residential Ltd is proposing to have a four-bedroom house that will accommodate three children, aged between seven and 17,…
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Anyone taking part in the trail will be given interactive maps for ages 4-12 from any of the shops taking part
Magic trail enchants Ironbridge businesses
A new family trail launched in Ironbridge is bringing animated characters to life for six businesses in the town. Supported…
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Telford pub closes it’s doors mysteriously
The Swan Hotel and Restaurant in Wellington remains closed, despite a Facebook post on 4th August citing temporary closure due…
Read moreTelford man charged with Wellington burglary
Shane Chick, of Chepstow Drive, Leegomery, Telford has been charged with burglary offences. The 37-year-old has been charged with two…
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Cancer Awareness Bus heads to Donnington
A new cancer support bus is coming to Telford and across the wider county, providing residents with an easy way…
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Have your say on the health of the Shropshire economy
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce has launched its latest quarterly economic survey to gain a snapshot of the mood among local…
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Elizabeth (pictured) is described as around 4ft11inches to 5ft tall, of mixed heritage, with black and pink dyed hair worn down.
Teenager missing after trip to Telford
Police are appealing for help to find a teenager who went missing after a trip to Telford town centre. Elizabeth,…
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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 performing one of the most memorable gigs of his…
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A film selection with a focus on Autism
Jason Wright looks at a curated film selection that would appeal to additional needs children. Growing up with autism, like…
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Top Telford carvery closes on Tuesday
What is it about carveries that sends Telford wild? Plates stacked high, gravy ladled on like you are putting out…
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Blue fade hues, set to leave the building
An historic pub in Wellington is going to get a new lick of paint after planners approved a makeover. The…
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[Ad] Telford Reuse event coming up
If you haven’t popped down to the Telford Reuse event yet, you are missing out! The next event, run by…
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Virgin Media TV problems across Telford
Subscribers to Virgin Media TV services are facing picture pixelation this evening. The problem does not appear to be restricted…
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Experts reveal geohazard hotspots
A new set of maps have been issued detailing the ground-based risks from things like natural subsidence, radon gas and…
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Telford man gets six years
A man from Telford has today been sentenced for sexually assaulting two women. Christy McCleary, of Wrekin View, Madeley in…
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Eddie Mansfield, from Malinslee, remembers his step-father who was a POW of the Japanese in WWII. Picture: LDRS
Telford remembered the end of the Second World War with a ceremony at Southwater
Those who remember those who served in the Far East during the Second World War are getting older, but dignitaries…
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Countdown to Telford Balloon Fiesta
Taking place in Telford Town Park from Friday 22 August to Sunday 24 August this popular event always draws crowds…
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Road improvements finish ahead of schedule
A major two-year investment project to upgrade a key section of the A41 has been completed a day ahead of…
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Free September gardening workshops at Dobbies Telford store
Dobbies Garden Centres is inspiring gardeners in Telford this September with two free-to-attend gardening workshops, Little Seedlings Club and Grow…
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Dialysis patient’s week of silence raises money for local renal charity
Silence was golden for a patient who has completed a sponsored silence during a full week of dialysis sessions. The…
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Complaints against social workers in Telford rise
A council has seen formal complaints against its social workers double but the number of those upheld has remained roughly…
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Waterworld sold to new owners
Telford-raised entrepreneur Mo Chaudry has sold his iconic Waterworld Aqua Park in a multi-million pound deal which takes his family…
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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 A level, T-Level, technical and vocational courses. The A…
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New career a stage for Tom
A former Charlton School pupil is embarking on an exciting career step after being approached by the Royal Shakespeare Company…
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Stirchley & Brookside Parish Council met at the Sambrook Centre on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. Picture: LDRS
Park polytunnel poser splits council down the middle
A parish council was split down the middle over whether it should provide a £250 grant for a Telford Town…
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