Employers urged to help support the growth of T Levels
Telford College has unveiled exciting plans to further expand its T Level training provision – and is keen to talk to local employers who are prepared to offer placements for students.
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Residents at ‘wits’ end’ over gravel lorries
Cllr says the signs “…are inadequate – I’m sure they’ve got bigger signs in Trumpton.”
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Hospitals Get £1.2m boost for operating theatres
The funding, provided by NHS England, is being used to buy extra operating theatre equipment for both the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH) and the Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) in Telford.
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Shropshire Warriors Back in Action This Weekend!
The Shropshire Warriors Senior Men’s NBL Team are off to a strong start in their first season back at National League level.
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Students from Burton Borough School in Newport pictured with the Transicon team on National Manufacturing Day 2025.
Behind-the-scenes factory tour sparks engineering ambitions
tudents were given a two-hour tour of the company’s manufacturing site at Queensway Business Park, during which they spoke to staff across all departments.
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New sponsor kits out Telford team
AFC Telford United’s pan-disability football team has been kitted out in brand new playing shirts, thanks to sponsorship from 7 Elite Academy in Liverpool.
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New powers for Telford council over taxis
Telford’s licensing officers will be able to stop and, where necessary, suspend any Wolverhampton licensed vehicles that are found to be unsafe or potentially dangerous.
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Wellington Town Councillors Giles Luter, left, with Councillor Paul Davis pictured outside the former Halifax building after the Tuesday's meeting. Picture: LDRS
Wellington Town Council secures former bank building
Councillor Paul Davis (Labour, Park Ward) made the announcement at the full council meeting on Tuesday, October 14.
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Vets Now Telford marks milestone anniversary
From a critically ill Great Dane so huge it could barely be lifted onto the table to a cat choking on a six-inch-long, sausage-like hairball, the Vets Now Telford clinic has seen countless worrying emergencies.
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Two arrested for poaching deer in Telford
Following enquiries, officers attended an address in Sutton Hill, where the remains of a deer was discovered
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Keira Mayhew from Telford is a pupil at Shrewsbury High School and regularly volunteers for Rainbow Rescue Telford
Keira Mayhew to receive top youth honour
Hoo Zoo, Telford have recognised Keiras hard work and on Sunday very kindly presented her with a family annual pass and Meet the Meerkats Experience
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‘Essential’ work planned for Newport’s historic Bridge Inn
The Bridge Inn, at Lower Bar was taken over by Wellington’s Rowton Brewery earlier this year and was closed for works to take place.
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A credit to the college: Warm praise for T-Level student Tyler
T-Level student Tyler Floyd-Morgan has made a big impression during his work placement with Telford-based automated technology specialist, iconsys
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Businesses pledge support to care leavers
Local businesses and organisations from across Telford and Wrekin came together recently to pledge their support for the Borough’s care leavers.
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Man injured in morning crash
A man was injured in a crash this morning in Muxton near the junction of Marsh Brook Way and School Road.
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Telford & Wrekin to get its own flag
Details of the public vote will be revealed later this month and further details on when the flag will be flown for the first time will also be confirmed.
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Thomas Wareing, Cathy Hordley, Jess Briscoe, Dr Jeffrey Butterworth and Dr Charlotte Hunt - members of the team leading the implementation of the new system
Safer and more efficient endoscopy
Medilogik replaces The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust’s (SaTH) previous system with a modern digital platform.
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Consultation event for future housing development
One of the standout features of the scheme will be the protection of existing trees and hedgerows
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The digital landscape in Telford has recently taken an interesting turn, with two forms of entertainment dominating online discussions: drag shows and gaming.
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Telford-based firm launches new efficiency add-on
Telford-based Filtermist Limited used its appearance at the huge EMO Hannover metalworking event to officially launch F Save.
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Perfect score for ‘incredible coder’ Ryan
Ryan Clapperton from Lawley is on a digital T-Level, including a placement with Telford IT giant Capgemini
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Home owners must demolish extension following failed appeal
The council slapped an enforcement notice on the property, ordering it to be returned to its previous built condition.
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Road in Telford closes suddenly
Surprise as road closes with ‘one day’s notice’ for ‘experiment’
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Reservoir plan to keep crisp crop safe
Over 23,000 tonnes of potatoes for Walkers Crisps and 4,000 tonnes of potatoes for Kettle Foods are grown at the farm.
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Telford man banned from long list of shops
Gareth Jones, of Dalford Court, was given the CBO at Telford Magistrates Court on Wednesday, 8th October.
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Wellington 10K returns for its fourth year
This year’s 400-place event is already proving popular, with over 300 runners signed up.
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A fine way to raise funds
The initiative, launched at the start of the 24/25 season, sees players hit with small fines for a variety of slip-ups both on and off the court.
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Model groups bring veterans together
The scheme started at Leegomery Community Centre in October 2023 and has since grown into a thriving network.
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Scans and tests waiting times plummet at hospitals
The Trust is now performing in the top half of the country for the proportion of patients who wait less than six weeks for their diagnostic test.
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An aerial view of Wellington Orbit that shows the new windows that have been installed on the upper floors. (Pic: GFAP Media)
Halfway point reached in Wellington Orbit renovation
The upper floors of the cinema are being brought back into active use, creating adaptable, inclusive spaces for the community in Wellington.
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£1.3m fine following death of employee
In July 2025 the corporate manslaughter charge was dropped, and four individuals, who were also charged in relation to Mr Westwood’s death, were acquitted at Manchester Crown Court.
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Telford pub being lined up for conversion to housing
The proposal is to convert the pub into four dwellings and includes a two-storey rear extension after the demolition of a toilet building.
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PCC John Campion, Dave Newbold West Mercia Police's Transport and Fleet Manager, Aaron Keay West Mercia Police's Workshop Supervisor, and Chief Constable Richard Cooper
West Mercia Police takes EV fleet to 55
Replacing costly diesel models, the EVs deliver £30,000 in annual savings, improved reliability, and significantly reduce emissions.
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James Dunn, Telford & Wrekin Council’s Director for Prosperity and Investment, Shaun Davies, MP for Telford, Steve Reed, Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, Councillor Lee Carter, Telford & Wrekin Council Leader, and David Sidaway, Telford & Wrekin Council’s Chief Executive.
New Theatre Gets Government Seal of Approval
The project is already part-funded by £15.6 million from the Government’s Levelling Up Fund.
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Telford & Wrekin celebrates Black History Month
A varied programme of local events has been organised by the Council together with partner organisations and community groups.
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New healthcare education partnership is officially launched
A new healthcare education partnership involving Telford College, Keele University and key employers in the health and social care sector has been officially launched.
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Who is Telford’s best heating installer?
Winners of the West Midlands award will receive local promotion and the chance to meet and network with influential industry professionals.
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Charlton School open evening marks the start of a new era
The event, from 5pm to 8pm, will give families the chance to experience the school under new principal Sarah Barton.
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Trainee QS George Hampson ( left ), welcomes new colleagues, Alfie Flack, Jaydee O’Neill and Josh Freestone-Gittins
McPhillips continues to invest in home-grown workforce
McPhillips apprentices gain industry-recognised qualifications alongside valuable hands-on experience under the guidance of experienced mentors.
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Have you seen Akiem Burton?
Police are looking for Akiem Burton who is wanted for breaching a restraining order.
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Five Telford College apprentices win awards
The competition celebrates the brightest apprentices in the area, as well as recognising employers for their support of apprenticeship programmes.
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Telford boxer Mustapha Mbye ready for the top
With 57 fights and 44 wins before he’s even turned 18, it seems everyone in the boxing world will soon know the young man from Telford.
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Christmas in jail for Telford Shoplifter
Allan Round, of Fellows close in Telford, pled guilty to three counts of theft from store.
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Robot surgery capabilities extended
Rather than the surgeon holding the laparoscope and surgical instruments, they are held and
moved by robotic ‘arms’ which the surgeon controls from a console in the operating theatre.
The second image is from Pets at Home, Wrekin Retail Park, Wellington, Telford. When on 20 September 2025 around 3:45pm, when items were taken.
Police appeal for help identifying these people
Police believe those pictured could help with their enquiries into five shop thefts in Telford
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Card shop moves as part of Oakengates transformation
The move from its former unit comes ahead of planned demolition works that will clear the site for a brand new theatre.
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Annual sighthound day success
The theme this year was Mythical Mutts, and just under 50 sighthounds took part in the Telford event in Ironbridge.
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Domestic abuse survivors set to get a bigger say on council strategy
Some 7,020 adult victims in the borough have experienced domestic abuse at some point in the last year, the council estimates.
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Hospital Trust named finalist in national health tech awards
The awards recognise digital teams, programmes, innovations and health tech suppliers making a difference across health care.
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Ernie the therapy dog honoured in BBC’s Make a Difference Awards
Nominated by Bournville Village Trust (BVT), Ernie is a regular visitor to care homes and schools across Telford as well as being an assistance dog to his owner.
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Sixth form students appeal for new pool table
A group of students at Haberdasher’s Abraham Darby School have launched an appeal for a new pool table and equipment, saying their current setup is “on the verge of breaking.”
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Rogue landlord ordered to pay almost £20,000
A landlord has been ordered to pay more than £19,000 after failing to secure a damaged building in Donnington and leaving tenants at risk.
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The Minister’s visit showcased the strength of Telford’s contribution to the UK’s defence manufacturing.
Telford’s MP Welcomes Defence Minister Luke Pollard MP to Telford
Minister Pollard and Telford’s MP toured RBSL’s cutting-edge manufacturing facilities, which are playing a key role in delivering the Challenger 3 and Boxer armoured vehicles to the British Army.
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Winners are crowned on a huge night of celebration
Star apprentices and employers have been celebrated at the 2025 Shropshire Telford & Wrekin Apprenticeship Awards. The event returned after…
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Lee Moseley, of Crowmeole Lane in Shrewsbury, was given the CBO on Wednesday 24 September at Telford Magistrates Court.
Shrewsbury Man banned from Telford and Newport shops
A man has been given a three-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) banning him from entering a number of stores in Telford and Shrewsbury for three years.
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Nicola Moody (Headteacher), Jane Kerr (SENDCO), Councillor Shirley Reynolds, Tom Fisher (Telford & Wrekin Council), Chloe Pearson (teacher), and Andy Pryce (Pryce Builders)
New SEND hub for Newport CE Junior School
Newport CE Junior School has opened a new hub for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) after refurbishing a building on the school grounds.
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