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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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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Disabled parking space abuse ‘will not be tolerated’
Fewer fines have been issued to drivers for illegally parking in disabled spaces in Telford, according to a response to…
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Police are asking for help to locate Nathan Price
The 35-year-old is believed to be in the Telford area, and is known to frequent Ketley, Oakengates, St Georges, Donnington,…
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New shop approved – despite objections
A shop owner’s plan to demolish and replace a Telford convenience store has been approved despite objections. Planning officials at…
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M54 Lorry crash causing delays
A lorry heading East on the M54 has veered off the road into the bushes. This is causing delays between…
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Application asks for the removal of four large leylandii, an ash tree with suspected die back and one large ivy-infested crab apple
Eight trees in Wellington conservation area face the chop
A householder in Wellington has asked for permission to chop down eight trees in a conservation area. The application lodged…
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Orange button scheme launches in Telford
Telford and Wrekin Council is launching a new initiative to help those struggling with their mental health. The Orange Button…
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New electric car showroom plans passed
A Telford motor dealer has been given planning permission to develop a new electric car showroom and replacement MOT station…
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Off-road bike seized in Telford
An off-road bike has been seized by police during an operation that cracks down on people riding illegally around Telford…
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Firefighters tackle blaze near cemetery
Firefighters from across Shropshire tackled a wildfire that broke out in a Telford cemetery this afternoon. Crews were mobilised to…
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Fire in farmers field overnight
Shropshire Fire & Rescue Service were called out to a field near Sutton Maddock last night. Around 30 bales of…
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Trust improves services for breast cancer patients
Improvements have been made to the services and care a hospital Trust provides for breast cancer patients in Shropshire, Telford…
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The GameZone TableGame Champions Cup (GTCC) has steadily risen to become one of the Philippines’ most anticipated online tournaments for…
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[Ad] World Food Event at Park pub in Wellington
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Son’s bike ride honours father’s memory
A teenager from Telford is staging a 56-mile charity cycle ride to West Bromwich – and back again – in…
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Turas earns Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation
A leading firm of accountants has achieved a government-backed cybersecurity standard that demonstrates its commitment to keeping clients’ data safe….
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Have you seen Connor?
Police are appealing to the public to help find Connor Henegan who is wanted for robbery. The 27-year-old is believed…
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A squeeze on Telford’s parking spaces
Aldi is proposing a change to its new Telford store’s car park, reigniting a debate over whether modern vehicles are…
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[Ad] Gaming, gigs, and going out—how Telford’s entertainment mix is changing
The dynamic of entertainment has shifted massively over the last decade and a half. There was a time when town…
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Wrekin fire out, but you might see firefighters around later today
Wrekin fire out, but you might see firefighters around later today The first call to alert the fire service to…
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West Mercia Search & Rescue stood down from Wrekin Fire
The volunteers of West Mercia Search & Rescue were stood down at around 12:30pm following the fire on the Wrekin….
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Look out for bikers around Telford today
There is a Fancy Dress Bike Run today organised by True North Bikers with the £10 entry fee going to…
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There is a Fancy Dress Bike Run today organised by True North Bikers with the £10 entry fee going to…
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Active fire fighting at the Wrekin
Shropshire Fire and Rescue are still working on damping down the fire at The Wrekin this morning. The site is…
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Car park solar panels plan for PRH
‘Gull wing shaped’ solar panels could soon be appearing over cars parked in spaces at a hospital in Telford. The…
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Man hospitalised after e-bike collision
West Mercia Police have issued an update following the incident on Brookside. A man was taken to hospital following a…
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The area in Donnington where a healthcare company wants a residential home for children. Picture: Google Maps
Donnington house set for residential change of use
A healthcare company has told planners what it will do if there are behavioural or noise problems at a children’s…
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£1000 of goods amongst the thefts being investigated
West Mercia Officers are appealing to identify the people pictured as they believe they could help with their enquiries into…
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Electric motorcycle crash on Telford estate
A rider has crashed their Surron-style electric motorcycle on Brookside Avenue this afternoon. Police off-road motorbikes, unmarked cars and patrol…
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Caroline Bagnall (2nd left) , Mayor of Broseley and a Shropshire councillor, said the bus shelter “is more than just infrastructure.”
Council collaboration is just the ticket
A new bus shelter has been unveiled in Telford following a community partnership. Broseley Town Council, Telford & Wrekin Council…
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MP steps in to get car park charges refunded
Shaun Davies MP has stepped in to help residents facing unfair fines from a private car park operator in Ironbridge….
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Violent abuser from Malinslee jailed
A man who subjected two of his ex-partners to horrific domestic violence has been sent to prison for seven years….
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Thousands raised for Hope House at airfield fly-in and fair
It was chocks away for aviators and aircraft fans, who soared into the Shropshire skies recently, raising thousands of pounds…
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Victory for Wust in Parish Council election
Conservative Tom Wust Elected as Parish Councillor for Stirchley Ward Tom Wust has been elected as the new Parish Councillor…
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North Road development: “How much worse does it have to get…?”
‘Overdevelopment’ – that’s the opinion of Wellington Town councillors considering plans for 40 ‘affordable’ homes off the town’s traffic plagued…
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Those served and came back home are remembered in the pages of old book being made available by Hadley & Leegomery Parish Council
Historic record published by Council
A unique historical record of 500 service people from one part of old Telford who fought in the Second World…
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Awards success for former Telford College student
A former Telford College student has won an award in a national business competition for the achievements of his personal…
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Hospital Trust welcomes 167 new resident doctors
The Trust that runs Shropshire’s two acute hospitals has recently welcomed 167 new resident doctors. The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital…
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Lewis secured his dream career in the British Army
A public uniformed services student from Telford College says he is ‘over the moon’ after being accepted into the British…
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Tighter controls over HMOs could be introduced in Telford
A council is ‘gathering evidence’ for the possible introduction of tighter rules to control controversial houses in multiple occupation (HMOs)….
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