iconsys targets ‘functional safety’ demand with specialist appointments
One of the UK’s leading control and automation specialists is aiming to help UK businesses reduce the £1.4bn cost of…
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An illustrative masterplan of a housing scheme that will create up to 250 homes in Lawley has caused much amusement. Picture: AtkinsRéalis
“Penis-shaped” 250-home scheme “impossible to refuse”
A controversial scheme for up to 250 homes – which some people have joked looks like a penis – has…
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78-year-old, Marjorie has used Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin’s befriending services for seven years
How one local charity is tackling the loneliness epidemic
Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin have launched their 75th anniversary fundraising appeal which aims to raise £75,000 to help…
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Car fire near the Ketley Cod
Shropshire Fire and Rescue were called out to a car fire last night in Ketley. The dramatic video here shows…
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Deputy headteacher (and MC for the evening) Lesley Stephenson, with pupils Kyle Brittain, Kyla Shelley, Nikodem Kamusella, Rio Richards
From Willy Wonka to Henry VIII – pupils shine in annual talent show
Pupils at a Wellington primary school took to the stage to showcase their talents in front of a specially invited…
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Step Into Digital: A free pathway into a range IT careers
Telford College is launching another free digital skills training course in September, with the help of one of the town’s…
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Proven Business Support Programme Returns to Help Telford Firms Scale Up
A successful business growth initiative is returning to Telford this summer – and local entrepreneurs are being urged to sign…
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Snakes and spiders set for Telford high street
A planning application has been received by Telford and Wrekin Council to change the use of a shop in Wellington…
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The teams at Shropshire Petals and Shropshire Festivals believe the flowers will be ready earlier than initially predicted
Change of dates for Shropshire Petal Fields amidst heatwave
Organisers of Shropshire Petal Fields have announced they are changing their 2025 opening dates as a result of the current…
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Telford College trio Sarah Davies, Jon Aver and Aneeta Hazir, receive the award with some of the college’s training partners. Picture: WMCA
Awards success for college’s adult training programmes
Telford College has won a top award in recognition of its efforts to engage adults across the West Midlands into…
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Big queues as Poundland cashes out
The Poundland store on Forge Retail Park is closing on 19th July, and the half-price sale is attracting lots of…
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Marathon fundraising effort from New Road students
Students from a Telford secondary school have raised hundreds of pounds for a charity very close to their hearts –…
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As Telford adjusts to the quieter calendar following the departure of high-profile spectacles like the Wales Comic Con and the…
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Trust recognises more than 1,000 years NHS service
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust held a celebration to mark the contribution of their members of staff who…
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Moonstruck Astronaut co-creative artists team of Kris Jungmayr, Amy Douglas, Loco Leo, Hannah de Quincey, Anna Belyavin and Heather Foster
New Storytelling Drama Camps come to Telford
Professional Community Theatre Company, Moonstruck Astronaut, has been awarded an Arts Council England National Lottery project grant to deliver a…
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Half-price charging at the largest EV charging Site in Telford
Electric Vehicle drivers can now charge their cars at Telford Centre’s 18 brand new EV charging spaces which opens tomorrow,…
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Two arrested following Hadley stabbing
An appeal for information continues and two people have been arrested after a man was stabbed in Hadley yesterday afternoon….
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Donnington’s Liam Davies set to lead boxing masterclass for 4 All Foundation
An inspirational British boxer will inspire the next generation of athletes during a special 4 All Foundation session at his…
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M54 M6 Link given the green light
Shaun Davies, Member of Parliament for Telford and Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group for the West Midlands, has…
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[Ad] 🎤 Live Music Night with Laura Menozzi – August 15th!
Looking for a great night out with friends, family, or colleagues? Join us at the Mercure Telford Centre on Thursday,…
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Telford firefighter hits the ton
100 miles not out – Emily-Jane has just another 530 miles to go on her epic trek, raising money for…
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Man stabbed in Hadley – no arrests yet
Police are reporting that there has been a stabbing in Hadley and police are appealing for witnesses. The Air Ambulance…
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Transicon general manager one of 365 faces of STEM
The director of a family-owned SME engineering business in Telford is taking part in a national campaign championing the future…
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Transformer route into old power station site revealed
The huge transformer is coming to through Telford on Sunday 13th July around mid-day, and the route has been revealed…
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Deputy Mayor Councillor Nathalie Page, Councillor Richard Overton (Lab), Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Highways, Housing & Enforcement with local Councillors Corrine Chikandamina and Nathan England
Residents report ‘much improved’ access at Stirchley car park
Telford & Wrekin Council has hailed repairs to a Stirchley car park a success for its Building Safer & Stronger Communities…
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Business owners have little faith in government to plug growing skills shortage
A new study of business leaders reveals major concerns around the widening skills gap in the UK. The report, conducted…
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Pupils experienced everything from pioneering and navigation to axe throwing, Archery and a “face your fear” challenge
Hundreds of children enjoy scouting activities
Pupils at Wombridge Primary School in Telford enjoyed a school day like no other as the 2nd Wombridge Scout Group…
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Enforcement issued against Malinslee resident
An enforcement notice has been issued to the occupier of a terraced house in Malinslee, Telford, following a complaint about…
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[Ad] More Singles Want to Meet in Person: The Move Away from Apps
In Telford, many people are using Apps to find love, and it’s easy to see why. Dating apps have reached…
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Pictured, from left, Councillor Kevin Connor, chairman of Ercall Magna Parish Council, Councillor Ray Wickson, who chairs Shropshire Association of Local Councils, and Councillor Allan Wilson of Edgmond Parish Council and the vice-chair of SALC Picture: LDRS
Concern grows over Telford boundary changes
Parish councils keep judicial review option open as concern grows over boundary changes Disquiet is growing over plans that could…
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£600 grant to cultural event from Parish Council
Organisers of a major Telford event showcasing the best of African and African-Caribbean cultures appealed to a council for help…
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Andrew Galloway-Rose’s college journey began in 2012 when he enrolled on a graphic design course , before switching to study media and discovering his real passion.
Andrew is back where his creative journey all started
A former Telford College creative student has returned to the classroom . . . to help pass on his skills…
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The incredible imbalance between boy’s and girl’s education almost correlates to the one that existed towards women at the beginning of the 20th century. However, it is men who are suffering now. Photo by Pixabay
The betrayal of our school boys
Are our local schools geared up for teen boys or has the education system become far too feminised? Abi Crook…
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Abnormal load coming through Telford
On Sunday 13 July, police will be supporting Collett & Sons Ltd with the transport of a huge transformer to…
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Matalan – we have to talk
We’re used to seeing Easter Eggs in February, and Lynx gift sets adorned with holly on November 6th, but today,…
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One Week Until Oakengates Carnival
Oakengates Town Council and Shropshire Festivals are preparing for Oakengates Carnival, which will take place on Saturday, July 12th. Line…
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Water pollution in Hurley Brook traced
A ‘third party’ is believed to be ‘illegally discharging’ material into a much-loved Telford brook, a water company has said….
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Using the very latest dartboard technology the Smartboard senses where the darts have landed on the board
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The Mercure Telford Centre is excited to announce the launch of SmartDarts, now available alongside Pool Table and Sky Sports…
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The incredible business behind the hedgerows in Waters Upton
You never know what is behind the next hedgerow in Telford and if you venture over to Waters Upton, you…
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Reflecting on his first year in Parliament, Shaun highlighted the importance of standing up for residents while acknowledging there is still significant work ahead.
“So much more to do and get right” says Telford MP
Telford’s MP Shaun Davies marks his first year in office and focuses on what’s next. Today marks one year since…
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Telford Traveller site recommended for approval
A retrospective plan for two mobile homes at a proposed traveller site in the Telford countryside has been recommended for…
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Mayor of Wellington, Cllr Reg Snell, handing out the trophies at the first Ercall Sparkle celebration
Ercall ‘sparkles’ on a special night of celebration
More than 120 students from Ercall Wood Academy in Telford have been presented with trophies on an evening of huge…
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Fire Chief outraged by station break-ins
Shropshire Fire and Rescue boss has hit out at thieves targeting local fire stations and taking vital equipment. Chief Fire…
Read moreArrest after woman followed in park
A woman has been arrested after a video circulated online of another woman being followed in a park in Arleston….
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Police have published the pictures of five people they would like to speak to regarding thefts from shops
It’s time for the Friday Five
You know the score, Police have published the pictures of five people they would like to speak to regarding thefts…
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3am Malicious call out for fire service
In the early hours of Friday morning, one fire appliance was dispatched from Telford Central Fire Station to the multi-storey…
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Two arrested after Southwater fight
Two men have been arrested following a fight in Telford town centre this afternoon (Thursday 3 July). Around 2.15pm two…
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Arrests made on Brookside
Officers have arrested two men after a warrant was carried out at a property in Telford. The warrant took place…
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Nature plan ‘incompatible’ with homes plan
A leading councillor is not supporting a key nature recovery strategy because in his view local plan proposals for thousands…
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A protest was held outside The Guildhall in Shrewsbury to try and save the Shropdoc out-of-hours GP service. Picture: LDRS
Campaigners “devastated” by Shropdoc decision
Campaigners say they are “devastated” after a panel backed a controversial decision to award Shropshire’s out-of-hours GP contract to a…
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Plans for direct trains to London detailed
The government have said there is no room in the timetable to allow direct trains from Telford to London. The…
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Big Heart Yoga moves into Madeley home
Big Heart Yoga has opened its doors in a beautiful new home in the heart of Madeley, Telford. Nestled upstairs…
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Convicted: Pair targeted elderly for burglaries
Two men have been sentenced for a series of burglaries that were carried out across Shropshire, including Telford. Aldi Biba,…
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One of the best proms ever: Students dazzle on their special night
Students turned on the style with a glittering prom celebration to mark the end of their time at a Newport…
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A once loved local for many ‘The Priors Lodge’ has a new identity
As we see the work beginning on The Priors Lodge set to be the new Hickories we reminisce about what…
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Dan Roycroft, secondary headteacher at HLC speaking at Hadley & Leegomery Parish Council. Picture: LDRS
“…we do not want to lose our library.” says Head of HLC
A headteacher has “opened a conversation” with a parish council over keeping its library open. Dan Roycroft, the secondary school…
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New vice chair of town park group championing the search for younger volunteers
The new vice chair of a Shropshire group dedicated to the promotion, conservation and protection of an award-winning park is…
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Contractors start work on £4m project
Business as usual is the message to shoppers who use Wellington Market as the contractors move in. After weeks of…
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