A war of words has broken out at a local parish council after a councillor claimed that the democratic process was being side-lined by secret meetings.
The council’s chair has now hit back, raising questions about the complainant’s own attendance and impact in his ward.
Read morePlanning inspectors are being urged to allow higher efficiency standards in new homes built across Telford & Wrekin to help…
Read moreA local woman has been ordered to carry out 100 hours of unpaid work after a series of thefts from Home Bargains and Co-op. Magistrates heard how over £1,200 worth of household goods, toiletries, and food were taken during a two-day shoplifting spree in Telford.
Read moreA local man has been spared immediate jail after appearing in court to face charges of assault and breaching a court order designed to protect a woman in Telford.
Read moreDevelopers will be invited to think again over plans for 40 ‘affordable’ homes in Wellington after councillors raised concerns about the scheme.
Read moreA Sutton Hill man has been landed with a hefty court bill following a drunken incident.
Read moreOver 2,600 patients have so far taken part in the TRIOMIC study at the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) in Stafford Park, Telford, and funding for the trial has been extended until October.
Read moreA health watchdog has been told why her email inbox has seen a recent upsurge in complaints about parking at Telford’s Princess Royal Hospital (PRH).
Read moreA new BBC documentary series is looking for children in the Telford area who find it hard to make friends or feel overwhelmed in social situations. The programme offers expert support from psychologists to help youngsters build confidence and find new local friendships, addressing modern challenges that many Shropshire parents are currently worried about.
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They have both donated their books to Newport Library and are planning to meet readers at upcoming signing events, including one on 15 May at Newport Library and another on 6 June at Madeley Library.
Dealing with grief can be incredibly difficult, often shaping lives in ways that are hard to put into words. After six years marked by loss, grief, and cancer diagnoses, two local Newport authors have channelled that pain into creating entirely new worlds.
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Mitchell Knight receives the Telford & Wrekin shield from High Sheriff of Shropshire Jane Trowbridge
Nine Telford College students have been honoured at the 2026 High Sheriff of Shropshire’s Outstanding Young Citizen Awards.
Read moreFire crews from Wellington and Tweedale were called out to a garage fire in the Hadley area on Wednesday afternoon, leading to a warning about the potential dangers of charging items at home.
Read moreThe police action was sparked by a specific report from a member of the public concerning a car that was obstructing the view at a busy junction.
Read moreA Birmingham man has been handed a custodial sentence after being caught drug driving in Telford.
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Shaun Davies MP in Parliament as he talks about the need to recruit, retain and recognise the magistrates.
Nightingale Courts were originally opened across the country during the pandemic to accommodate social distancing rules. While most have since closed, Telford remained one of only four left in operation alongside Chichester, Cirencester, and Fleetwood.
Read moreThe charity which runs the award-winning Weston Park on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border is marking its 40th anniversary with a year-long line-up…
Read moreA Telford man has been handed a community order and a drug rehabilitation requirement after being convicted of burglary, drug possession, and going equipped with lock picks. The court heard how he also repeatedly breached strict bail conditions designed to protect witnesses and specific locations in the town.
Read moreA Telford man has been handed a lengthy driving ban and a fine after being stopped by police on a local road. The court took his guilty plea into account during the sentencing.
Read moreA Priorslee resident has been stripped of his driving licence and ordered to pay over £1,400 in fines and costs.
Read moreResidents’ concerns over flooding if thousands of new homes are built north of Telford were aired at hearings into the…
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Erica Hanson, Chair of Telford’s Veteran Trail, and Councillor Paul Davis, Telford & Wrekin Council’s Cabinet Member with responsibility for the
Armed Forces,
A special landmark in Telford is celebrating a major milestone this month with a new addition designed to share the stories of those who have served. As the site marks its third anniversary, find out how the community is continuing to honour local heroes and how you can get involved in supporting this unique tribute.
Read moreOver the duration of the trial, SaTH has supported and delivered the recruitment of 317 patients, making a substantial contribution to one of the largest and most influential prostate cancer studies ever undertaken.
Read moreA Telford man has been handed a financial penalty and a conditional discharge following a summer incident involving Class A drugs and the obstruction of a police officer.
Read moreA Telford homeowner has been told that a council was right to tell him to remove all the windows he…
Read moreThe 17 of March 2026 marks the official launch of Flora 250, a year-long programme of events celebrating the 250th…
Read moreThe competition is free to enter, and open to any business with an operational base in either the county of Shropshire or Telford & Wrekin – whether or not they are a Chamber member.
Entries for the showpiece awards close on Friday April 17
Read moreAmbulances continue to be stuck outside hospitals waiting to hand over patients – with thousands of hours lost in Shropshire.
However, bosses say things are improving, with March set to have its best performance since the Covid-19 pandemic.
Read moreMr Keith Austin was first elected to Wrekin District Council in 1981 and went on to represent the Hadley and Leegomery Ward on Telford & Wrekin Council for more than 30 years.
During his time as a ward member, he served on numerous boards and committees and held the position of Leader of the Council from 2004 to 2007.
Read moreThe court heard that on 7 March 2026, McNab targeted the Boots store in Telford. During the incident, he stole three Dior fragrances with a combined value of £256.00.
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It is believed the person in the images may have information that can assist officers with their enquiries.
West Mercia Police have released CCTV images of someone they would like to speak to in connection with criminal damage to a bus stop in Telford.
Read moreA Malinslee resident has been hit with a £650 bill after their excuse for leaving waste on a local street failed to convince council officers. Find out how a community-led effort helped catch the culprit and what the council had to say about the “bedtime blunder” that ended in a costly fine.
Read moreFrom 6 April 2026, those with income above the threshold must use compatible software to keep digital records, send four simple quarterly updates of their income and expenses and submit their tax return to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
Read moreTelford College welcomed Year 11 students from Burton Borough School in Newport for a dynamic ‘Your Future’ careers conference, packed with workshops, employer interviews and confidence-building activities.
Burton Borough principal Caroline Bedford described the conference as ‘a positive and inspiring experience’ for the students.
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Volunteer Gardeners from the Wappenshall Wharf Community Garden with Joanne Butler (third from left) and Andi Butler (far right)
The Wappenshall Wharf Community Garden Project was established to involve people of all ages in creating, maintaining and enhancing the area surrounding Wappenshall Wharf.
Volunteers are currently helping to develop a variety of planting areas, including an alpine and rockery garden, a shade garden, a wildflower border, and herbaceous and cottage-style planting.
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Online gaming continues to evolve into one of the most accessible social activities for adults looking to unwind and stay in touch with others.
Across Telford and surrounding areas, more players are discovering how online casino games create a sense of togetherness no matter where life takes them.
Read moreA dedicated self-esteem course is helping parents across Telford & Wrekin build confidence and resilience, thanks to funding from McPhillips’ Community Fund.
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Graeme Manton (Apley Estate Director), Daniel Morton (Operations Manager at Apey Farm Shop), Jordan Stephens (of Alt-Energy), Bert Edwards (Apley Estate Clerk of Works) & Linda Harris (Apley Business Development)
A Shropshire farm shop has doubled the amount of solar energy it creates, installed more energy efficient refrigeration and switched its maintenance team vans from diesel to electric in order to meet its ongoing commitment to protect and safeguard the environment.
Read moreThe Government announced that an independent review into these proposals would be carried out, which could see the existing structure of 43 police forces reduce to 12 – the biggest shake up to policing in more than six decades.
Read moreTelford Ice Rink is set to welcome a fully electric Zamboni ice resurfacer this April, following its use at the winter games in Italy – and you can choose the name!
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Shaun with local resident Johnny Bradley, whom Shaun has supported in his role as MP after Johnny reached out for assistance following his transition from military service.
The event, hosted at the Carpenter Centre, saw a great turnout giving Telford residents the opportunity to meet their MP in person, get advice, discuss issues or share ideas for the town directly with Shaun.
Shaun also brought together some fantastic local organisations, who were on hand to assistant residents and offer solutions, all in the same place.
Read moreThe hotel had previously been used to accommodate migrants, but it was confirmed that there were no residents staying at the building at the time of the incident and no one was injured. The suspects had left the scene prior to the arrival of the police.
Read more4 All Foundation has been awarded a grant from the Million Hours Fund, a £22m investment from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and the National Lottery Community Fund.
The fund is designed to provide more than a million hours of youth work with the aim of reducing anti-social behaviour and increasing sports, arts and mentoring in key areas.
Read moreDelivered in partnership with workforce specialists RedWizard and Freeflexer, the session provided clarity on what the new ‘Umbrella Reforms’ mean for organisations using contractors, temporary workers, or labour supply chains.
Read moreBruderer UK, which operates from its state-of-the-art competence centre in Telford, will showcase the new BSTA 280-88-B3 machine when the country’s biggest industrial show opens its doors at the NEC in Birmingham in April (20th- 24th).
Read moreShropshire Chamber of Commerce is bringing businesses together for a fact-finding event designed to accelerate their journey towards greener, more responsible operations.
The Sustainability Event will be held on Tuesday March 24, from 9am to 11.30am, at The Valley Hotel, in Ironbridge.
Read moreThe shift toward portable devices has transformed how people access games, and many players now expect platforms to deliver smooth gameplay, organized interfaces, and reliable performance across smaller screens.
Read moreOfficers were called to a house on St Peters Close, off Harp Lane in Dawley, shortly before 1am following a report of an assault.
Armed officers were deployed as a precaution.
Read moreA local cleaning business owner was warned off cleaning a bus shelter that had been daubed with paint.
“One lad in Norfork who does it got invited by the council to the Kings Garden Party. I was getting told I shouldn’t do it.”
Read moreA resident who planned a ‘slight increase’ in the size of a new seven-bed house being built in Telford had been asked to provide more information to officials who have now refused his part-retrospective planning application.
Read moreStudents from Ercall Wood Academy in Wellington have earned rave reviews for their performances of Matilda The Musical, inspired by the much‑loved Roald Dahl story.
The production, staged over three consecutive evenings, involved students from every year group with a cast and crew of over 80 young people.
Read moreThe number of children being educated at home in Telford has skyrocketed in just four years.
I asked The Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson, why.
Read moreTelford’s MP has spoken out about his support for a major shake-up of the UK’s legal system, including controversial plans regarding jury trials and measures to tackle the court backlog. Local residents are being invited to share their views on the reforms as the bill moves to the next stage of the law-making process.
Read moreEmergency crews were alerted to a fire involving a bus on a busy Madeley road on Saturday evening, leading to a quick response from Telford firefighters and local police.
Read moreA Donnington man has appeared in court this week following a police discovery in the Donnington area late last year.
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The Market has operated every month in Telford since October 2025 and is one of the largest of it’s kind in the Midlands.
The Craft and Makers Market is back this Sunday at the Mercure Hotel, Telford Town Centre.
Sunday 15th March – 10am – 3pm
The Mercure Hotel, Telford Town Centre, TF3 4NA
A teenage motorcyclist has been sentenced at Telford Magistrates’ Court after an incident involving dangerous riding at Trench Lock.
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Read moreA driver who denied drug driving on one of Telford’s busiest roads has been convicted following a trial at the local magistrates’ court. The Shrewsbury man, who was stopped in a Volkswagen T-Roc, now faces a significant financial penalty and a period of time off the road after testing over the limit for a specific controlled substance.
Read moreA 22-year-old Hadley man has been sentenced at Telford Magistrates’ Court following a series of assaults in the town. The court imposed a community order involving unpaid work and a restraining order after guilty pleas were entered regarding the 2024 incidents.
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SaTH's board held a meeting the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital on Thursday, March 12, 2026. Picture: LDRS
NHS trust leaders heard that the fridge in The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust pharmacy department did not have an alarm to alert staff.
Board papers noted that the costs of pharmacy items, wastage and write-offs ‘remained a concern’.
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