Actor, Producer MARGOT ROBBIE as Catherine Earnshaw and JACOB ELORDI as Heathcliff in “Wuthering Heights,” a Warner Bros. Pictures Release. (Photo Courtesy Warner Bros. Pictures. © 2026 Warner Bros. Ent. All Rights Reserved)
Jason Wright takes a look at the 2026 adaption of the Bronte classic that had scenes he was not expecting…
This version ditches the traditional romance for something far more provocative.
Read moreThe arrest forms part of ongoing enquiries into illegal car meets in Telford, particularly around Mossey Green Way and Donnington areas, which leads to anti-social behaviour and dangerous driving.
Read moreThis 40-year-old man has been jailed and hit with a three-year Criminal Behaviour Order after targeting multiple shops across the county. He is now legally barred from entering dozens of local stores, including every branch of a major supermarket chain in Shropshire.
Read moreVictims of crime in West Mercia could see justice delivered much faster following a major Government announcement regarding Crown Court backlogs.
Read moreA 30-year-old man has been handed a custodial sentence of three months and four weeks for stealing almost £100 of meat from a Telford store.
Read morePlans have been lodged to turn a detached bungalow in Wellington into a ‘much needed’ nursery for 35 young children…
Read moreEmergency services were called to Dawley Bank this afternoon following reports of a vehicle fire. Firefighters from Telford Central used specialist equipment to tackle the blaze after it broke out in the engine compartment.
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The report into what the housebuilder will need to assess in any future planning application for land to the north and west of Bratton is currently out for statutory consultation with experts.
Council officials are aiming to issue a key report into the possible development of 600 homes on farmland backing onto Dulwich Grange, Bratton Road and Jockey Meadow just north of Bratton in the next few weeks, documents show.
Read moreA 15-year-old girl was sexually assaulted in Hadley on Thursday 5 of February.
She was approached by two men wearing balaclavas who sexually assaulted her.
Read moreA rare chance has come up to buy a group of cottages built for 18th-century ironworkers. These historic homes are located in a famous part of the Gorge and are currently run as a successful business.
Read morePlans have been finalised to transform a former Wellington care home site that has recently been plagued by anti-social behaviour. A new specialist facility is set to be built to meet an urgent local need, with the existing buildings now marked for demolition.
Read moreOwners of a car wash and valeting centre in Wellington are vowing to improve their site by turning it into a car sales forecourt.
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Hollinswood & Randlay Parish Council's parish warden Glyn Johnson shows how the field has been churned up... again. Picture: LDRS
Officials at Hollinswood and Randlay Parish Council say it is “at least” the fourth time this year that the Pavilion Field has been targeted by quad and dirt bike riders doing deliberate ‘doughnuts’.
Read moreTelford and Wrekin Council’s ‘My Options’ service has been hailed by Ofsted for helping young people “thrive, not just survive.”
While residents have praised the “incredible” staff, inspectors have set a deadline for the council to tighten up vital safety checks.
Read moreA man who helped launch the careers of international football stars and served as a scout for Aston Villa for decades has passed away. Tributes are pouring in for this Shropshire sporting legend ahead of a celebration of his life next month.
Read moreThe Chamber has decided to bring back a tourism category this year to recognise organisations that deliver outstanding visitor experiences and showcase the very best of Shropshire’s tourism sector.
Read moreAcross three weeks of all-day hearings government planning inspectors Mike Worden and Catherine Carpenter will be listening to representations from Telford & Wrekin Council, local councillors, campaigners, and developers.
Read moreA proper spring check covers six key areas: tyres, brakes, engine, battery, lights, and wipers.
Each takes just minutes to inspect, and catching a problem early costs far less than fixing it after a breakdown.
Read moreTelford Junior Ice Hockey Club is on the hunt for local businesses to help support nearly 100 young players this season. From jersey branding to rink-side banners, there are plenty of ways to get involved and help grow the game in our town.
Read moreEmergency services have been dealing with a car fire on the M54 this afternoon. Two fire crews and the Highways Agency were called to the eastbound stretch of the motorway.
Read moreRobin Bennett, Yasser Khan, and Justine Vaughan’s positions were approve by the Fire Authority at a meeting at Telford Central Fire Station on Tuesday
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Players from the Telford Hornets Under 14s Boys team spent their morning improving the local environment yesterday.
A group of local teenagers traded their rugby boots for bin bags yesterday to help tidy up a popular local landmark. The Telford Hornets Under 14s were out in force to raise money for new equipment while supporting a council-backed cleaning scheme. Read more to see how these young players are giving back to the community.
Read moreA Telford coffee shop is looking for local artists to showcase their work on its walls. With no display fees and a chance to support a great charity, this could be the perfect spot to sell your paintings. Find out how you can get involved and where to sign up.
Read moreTwo talented Shropshire Warriors players have beaten off competition from thousands of youngsters to secure a spot in the West Midlands regional squad. Find out which local stars are heading to Bristol to represent the county on the national stage.
Read moreA Leegomery man has been handed a lengthy prison sentence after police dismantled a sophisticated drugs operation in Telford. Officers uncovered evidence of a “profit-driven” enterprise pulling in thousands of pounds a day before the ‘Goldie’ line was finally shut down.
Read moreA Wrockwardine Wood pub is hosting a community day in March to support families affected by dementia. Raffle prizes and a full day of entertainment planned.
Read moreA specialist Telford business that transforms children into fairies for enchanting photoshoots is up for sale. The long-running family firm is looking for a new owner to take over its wings and wands as the founders retire.
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"The strong demand for this session shows just how much changing the current SEND system matters to families in Telford."
The event brought together families of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), alongside local partners and support services, providing an opportunity for open discussion, shared experiences and direct engagement with their local MP.
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St Georges & Priorslee Parish Council met at St Georges Parish Centre, in Grove Street, on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Picture: LDRS
St Georges & Priorslee Parish Council is lining up to move into new premises in The Gower, a former Victorian community hospital being brought back to life.
Read moreCharlton’s young performers brought the story to life with confidence, colour and charisma, earning enthusiastic applause from families, friends and members of the wider community.
More photos on the website.
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The specialist provider of engineering and manufacturing apprenticeships is throwing open its doors for the first time this year
Over £3m of technology – spanning CNC machines, metrology equipment, 3D printing and a dedicated automaton line – is used in the apprenticeship pathway, making In-Comm Training apprentices better prepared for the world of work.
In-Comm Training’s Technical Academy in Telford tomorrow (February 21st) in a bid to find out more about vocational learning.
Read moreOver the next five years council officials estimate that about £15.4 million will need to be spent on looking after the borough’s schools.
Is your local school in the list?
Read moreCrews are out in force this week to tackle litter along one of Telford’s busiest main roads. Motorists are being warned to expect delays and are being reminded of the hefty fines facing those caught throwing rubbish from their cars.
Read moreA 49-year-old man has appeared in court following a string of thefts from Telfory retailers and a burglary at a local church. Magistrates noted his “flagrant disregard” for others before passing a suspended prison sentence.
Read moreThe business has asked for advertising consent to reinstate four fascia signs on two fascia panels after maintenance.
Read moreWellington Railway Station could be set for a major transformation to help passengers with mobility needs. After years of campaigning, new plans have been submitted to create a smoother link between the town’s key transport hubs.
Read moreA Telford man has appeared in court following a knife incident that took place on Christmas Day. The confrontation at a private property led to a sentencing hearing this week where magistrates issued a community order and a fine.
Read moreAward-winning events and marketing company Shropshire Festivals has become a patron of Shropshire Chamber of Commerce.
The team is behind events such as Shrewsbury Food Festival, Shropshire Oktoberfest, Shropshire Petal Fields, and Shropshire Business Festival, as well as a host of corporate events.
Read moreWest Mercia’s Police and Crime Commissioner has issued a stark warning to the government about the rapid rise of e-scooters on our streets. With serious injuries recorded and a “difficult environment” for local officers, find out why he believes the law must change now to tackle illegal riding and safety concerns in our area.
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Telford & Wrekin Council, working alongside Disability Rights UK, Energize Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and Shropshire Council, has launched the 'Get Yourself Active Local' project
A pioneering new partnership in Telford is transforming how hundreds of health professionals support disabled residents to stay active and healthy. Find out how a “fundamental shift” in local care is helping to break down long-standing barriers to physical activity across the borough.
Read moreCouncil tax bills in Telford and Wrekin are set to rise by an average of 5.13 per cent when the next demands are sent out, a report shows.
Telford & Wrekin Council is looking to put its element of the tax up by the maximum allowed – 4.99 per cent – and put every penny into caring for vulnerable adults and children.
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Alfie Hall, a Year 8 student at Burton Borough School has been selected to represent his local scout group at the World Scout Jamboree in Poland
Alfie Hall, a Year 8 student at Burton Borough School has been selected to represent his local scout group at the World Scout Jamboree in Poland.
Read moreNeighbours in the residential street say “traffic and parking in New Street is already at breaking point.”
Planning agent EMS Design, of Market Drayton, has told planners at Telford & Wrekin Council that it “supports economic growth while safeguarding residential amenity.”
Read moreA new footbridge and two passenger lifts are set to bring ‘step free’ access to Wellington Railway Station.
Planners have been told that Network Rail has investigated replacing the current stepped footbridge but it is “not feasible” to add lifts within the existing Victorian station.
Read moreA major shake-up to the UK tax system is just weeks away, and a Telford accountancy expert warns that small businesses and landlords with “messy books” could soon face serious scrutiny and penalties from HMRC.
Read moreHundreds of future engineers are set to benefit from an exciting new partnership between one of the UK’s leading training providers and Hoffmann Group UK.
In-Comm Training, which offers apprenticeships and upskilling courses at academies in Telford and Aldridge, has been gifted a selection of Garant cabinets and cleaning stations by the industrial tooling manufacturer and supplier in a bid to boost best practice on the shopfloor.
Read moreAn early years apprenticeship is proving to be the perfect stepping stone into a teaching career for Jess Decalmer. The…
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James Talbot is facing the huge challenge of completing the Bolly Skyline mountain bike race in August
A Doseley man who lost his sight overnight and faced a life-changing diagnosis is now preparing for a massive physical challenge. After years of declining health, a local therapy center helped him get back on his bike, and now he is determined to help them reach a £40,000 milestone.
Read moreMajor porcelain collections once displayed at a local museum have fetched thousands at a Shropshire auction house. International bidders from as far as the Far East went head-to-head for the historic pieces, alongside a surprise find dug up in a Shrewsbury garden.
Read moreTelford Ice Rink skaters are returning home with a massive haul of medals and personal bests after competing against the best in the UK at the British Adult National Championships.
Read moreChurch leaders have applied for permission to build a disabled ramp so wheelchair users don’t have to take a ‘derogatory’ back route into the building.
Read morePupils from a local primary school have been busy on-site at a major £16m regeneration project in Wellington. The children are working alongside developers to ensure a new neighbourhood is a hit with both residents and local wildlife. Read more to see how these young “Eco Warriors” are making their mark on the town’s future.
Read moreOfficials were told that the plan is in line with the promotion of energy efficiency and renewable energy sources as the council aims to be carbon neutral.
Read moreFirefighters from Wellington were called out to Croft Gardens this afternoon after reports of a fire in the open involving a lingering piece of festive cheer.
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Learn how Malaysian gamblers use mobile apps to place live football bets, focusing on timing, features, and informed in-play decision making.
Learn how Malaysian gamblers use mobile apps to place live football bets, focusing on timing, features, and informed in-play decision making.
Read moreWrexham AFC runs on generational memory and a 160-year-old ground. CS2 fandom runs on VOD reviews and global streams. A supporter who follows both explains what each side is missing and what happens when they share the same screen
Read more“How many children come out of school and within a year of going into a home they get into financial difficulty?
“I was quite well educated but I got myself into difficulty 50 years ago because there was nobody to teach me how to manage money and how to look after a home.
Read moreA local resident has been hit with a significant fine after a large pile of rubbish was dumped in Lawley. Evidence found at the scene and CCTV footage from a nearby school helped enforcement officers track down the source following a private event.
Read morePlanning agents Iceni Projects Limited have told planners that there will be no significant adverse impact on nearby properties.
Read moreHollinswood and Randlay Parish Council was told that the flytipping at Deercote after Christmas posed a “difficult time” in finding the organisation responsible for clearing it up.
Parish clerk Katrina Baker told Monday’s full council meeting that the fly tip pile “ended up absolutely huge” and included mattresses, some furniture and Christmas trees.
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