Telford man fined after being caught with cocaine
A Donnington man has appeared in court this week following a police discovery in the Donnington area late last year.
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Teenager banned from the roads after riding dangerously
A teenage motorcyclist has been sentenced at Telford Magistrates’ Court after an incident involving dangerous riding at Trench Lock.
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Read moreShrewsbury man found guilty of drug driving on the A442 in Telford
A 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 moreHadley man sentenced for three counts of assault in Telford
A 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
Leaving fridge door open cost £25k
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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Shaun Davies MP and The Rt Hon Bridget Phillipson MP, the Secretary of State for Education talk to students at Thomas Telford Primary Free School (Pic: Telford Live)
Secretary of State for Education visits Telford Schools
The Rt Hon Bridget Phillipson MP, the Secretary of State for Education told Telford Live “It’s amazing, and the children were so excited about the prospect of the brand new school opening later on this year.
“And what was really impressive is how the school want to make sure it caters for children with a range of needs.”
Read moreTelford motorist banned from driving after testing positive for cocaine derivative
A Telford motorist has been hit with a significant fine and a lengthy driving ban after appearing in court following a police stop on a major local route.
Read moreSpike in hospital patients with no medical need to be there
A SaTH board meeting on Thursday (March 12) also heard of continuing 12 hour-plus waits in accident and emergency as patients wait for beds to be made available.
“We are running with no headroom,” Mr Hobbs said.
Read moreDriver banned from the roads for three years after drug driving offences
A Telford man has been handed a lengthy road ban and a string of fines after being caught drug driving twice in the space of five days.
Read moreMan sentenced for racially aggravated harassment and shoplifting
A man from Regent Street in Wellington has appeared before Telford Magistrates’ Court to face sentencing for a series of offences, including a racially aggravated attack on a police officer and multiple thefts from a high street retailer.
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Fire risk audit at hospital revealed issues that must be fixed
The audit found a range of issues including fire compartmentation, storage of oxygen cylinders and other materials on escape routes, issues with training in fire safety, obstruction of fire exits and overcrowding.
The trust board meeting was told on Thursday (March 12) that many of the risks had already been dealt with but replacing damaged fire doors took longer to fix.
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Man jailed after knife arrest outside Wellington hotel
A 28-year-old man has been handed a prison sentence after being caught in possession of a kitchen knife outside a hotel in Wellington.
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A witness spotted someone pouring plaster and plaster-contaminated water straight into a roadside drain
Council tracks down drain‑dumping plasterer
A Wellington plasterer thought nobody was watching when they emptied contaminated waste into a roadside drain, but CCTV and a sharp-eyed witness had other ideas. Telford & Wrekin Council has now issued a significant fine following the broad daylight incident, serving as a blunt warning to other businesses and residents about the high cost of illegal dumping.
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Read moreTelford man banned from driving for four years
A local driver has been hit with a four-year road ban and a community order after failing to provide a specimen for analysis.
Read moreTelford man sentenced for retail theft and assault
A Telford man has appeared in court following a series of incidents involving high-value retail theft and an assault in the local area.
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Telford and Wrekin launch clean up for Great British Spring Clean 2026
Telford & Wrekin Council is inviting volunteers to join a major borough-wide initiative starting this week to help tidy up local neighbourhoods. With a series of community events planned from Newport to Coalbrookdale, find out how you can get involved and join the nearly 2,000 residents already working to keep our green spaces clean.
Read moreTelford man avoids jail after driving while disqualified in Ketley
A Wellington man caught behind the wheel in Ketley while already banned from the roads has appeared before magistrates. Despite the court noting the seriousness of the offence, a decision was made to suspend his prison sentence.
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“Regrettable”: Pedestrian link to new Telford supermarket postponed
Lidl was recently granted permission for a bigger store at the new mixed development taking shape off Marsh Meadow Way at Redhill along with a host of conditions
But planning officers at Telford & Wrekin Council wrote that it is ‘regrettable’ that a sustainable connection link from the A5 will not be available for the opening of the food store for technical reasons.
Read moreWoman banned from the roads after being caught three times over the limit
A woman has appeared in court and received a significant driving ban after being stopped by police in Telford in her electric car.
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Pothole reports halve as Council accelerates repairs and targets improvements
Telford & Wrekin Council has released new data showing a major drop in pothole reports as repair teams ramp up their efforts across the borough. With millions of pounds in investment planned and crews fixing more defects than are being reported, find out how the council is tackling winter road damage and what it means for your daily commute.
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VA Technology announces 30 new jobs as part of major growth plan
VA Technology is preparing for an exciting period of expansion and is launching a recruitment drive to fill 30 new roles across its manufacturing team. The company is looking for fabricators, mechanical fitters and electrical fitters to join its growing workforce as it gears up for increased demand over 2026 and 2027.
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Man arrested after laser shone at police aircraft
A 60 year old Dawley man has been arrested in relation to a laser that was shone at the National Police Air Service (NPAS) fixed-winged plane yesterday evening.
Read moreHadley man sentenced for harassment of woman via Xbox and social media
A Telford man has been sentenced in court after a campaign of harassment that involved stalking a woman’s social media and accessing her private gaming accounts.
The court has now imposed a strict restraining order and community requirements following the six-month ordeal.
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Escaped prisoner apprehended in Apley
West Mercia Police officers went door to door yesterday after a man they arrested made off from A&E.
Read moreShifnal man handed suspended sentence for racist attacks on hospital staff
A Shifnal man has appeared in court following a “nasty incident” involving the persistent use of racist language and the assault of a nurse who was trying to help him.
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Petition raised objecting to plans for Shifnal children’s home
Walsall-based Saje Care Group has submitted an application for a three-bedroom detached property in Admirals Way to be turned into a care home for vulnerable children in Shropshire and beyond.
Read moreTelford woman banned from the roads for three years after drug driving conviction
A Sutton Hill driver has been stripped of her driving licence for several years following a recent appearance at Telford Magistrates’ Court.
The 53-year-old was stopped by police on a busy Telford road last autumn, leading to a conviction that will keep her off the roads until 2029.
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Cllr Nathalie Page, Deputy Mayor of the Borough of Telford and Wrekin, visits the David Wilson Homes "Otters Reach' development in Ironbridge. (Pic: Mike Sewell For Callum James - Unsworth Sugden)
Deputy Mayor welcomes first residents to new Ironbridge community
Councillor Nathalie Page joined representatives from David Wilson Homes to tour the 107-home site on Buildwas Road, which forms part of the wider Benthall Grange project.
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Split decision ruling on homeowners planning appeal
Planning inspector Rachel Standfield reached a split decision ruling – with deciding against Mr Price’s single storey side extension and front porch. But the inspector allowed him to keep front and rear boundary walls.
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Telford and Wrekin Council hits target to bring 375 empty homes back into use
Telford & Wrekin Council has reached a major housing milestone ahead of schedule, transforming hundreds of empty properties back into homes. The local authority has revealed how it tackled long-term vacancies and what the future holds for these restored sites across the borough.
Read moreBooze ban for Telford man guilty of outraging public decency and assault
A local man has been sentenced at Telford Magistrates’ Court following a disturbance in the town that involved an assault and indecent behavior in a public place. Magistrates have now imposed a strict 100-day alcohol ban and electronic monitoring as part of a year-long community order.
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Oakengates Limes Walk completion leads to next stage of regeneration works
Major changes are taking shape in the heart of Oakengates as the first phase of a massive regeneration project reaches completion. With new shop fronts, a revamped library on the horizon and plans for a brand new public square, find out how the town centre is being transformed for residents and visitors alike.
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Quarterly Economic Survey paints a subdued picture in Shropshire
The latest Quarterly Economic Survey carried out by Shropshire Chamber of Commerce reveals a relatively subdued local economy as firms adjust to what many describe as a “new normal” trading environment.
Taxation remains the number one concern.
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Wanted: Volunteers to join school’s governing board
Wrekin View Primary School in Wellington is calling on local people to help shape the future of local education by joining its governing board.
The school is seeking two new co-opted governors who can bring fresh insight, experience, and a commitment to supporting children’s education.
Read moreSeen that police plane? Arrest made
A man has been arrested following an incident in Ketley Bank this evening involving two drivers, one thought to be armed.
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Woman banned from the roads for three years after drug driving at Asda
A woman from Albrighton has appeared at Telford Magistrates’ Court following an incident in Asda car park.
Read moreTeenager jailed after machete robbery in Telford
A teenager who committed a knifepoint robbery just days after a previous court appearance has been sentenced to detention by Telford magistrates.
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It’s a no from Telford
The leader of Telford & Wrekin Council has defended the borough’s independence as the government consults on new areas for agreeing strategic development.
Councillor Lee Carter, leader of Telford & Wrekin, said the borough’s independence is “non negotiable.”
Read moreKetley man banned from the roads after being caught three times over the limit
A Ketley resident has been stripped of his driving licence for three years and hit with a court bill after being caught behind the wheel while more than three times the legal drink-drive limit.
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Telford man sentenced for making and possessing hundreds of indecent images of children
A 52-year-old man from Arleston has appeared before a judge at Shrewsbury Crown Court to be sentenced for the possession and creation of nearly 1,000 indecent images and videos of children. The offences, which spanned nearly a decade, resulted in a community order and strict five-year restrictions on his internet and device usage.
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Snakey, a corn snake, who was rescued from the back of someone's fridge and is still looking for his forever home.
Telford animal welfare organisation seeks trustees
A Telford-based exotic pet rescue is looking for local volunteers to help shape its future as it prepares to become a registered charity. With over 200 animals already helped, the team is now searching for committee members to join their mission and help support some of the area’s most unique rescues.
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Resident appeals after planners refuse ‘too large’ outbuilding
Telford & Wrekin Council officials had ruled that Mick Barber’s plan for the outbuilding off Malt House Bank in Little Wenlock would be too large in comparison to the main property.
But Mr Barber’s agent has told the Planning Inspectorate that it would be a “modest outbuilding that is suitably distant, well-designed, subservient and reflective of the old farm yard which once operated here.”
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New nature trail launched as egg-citement builds for Easter
The natural trail at Apley Farm Shop, on the A442 between Telford and Bridgnorth, has been designed in the surrounding fields with interactive points for walkers to discover more about surrounding countryside, animals and more.
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New probe set to look for ways to provide more homes in Telford
Telford councillors will be invited to look at new ‘innovative’ ways of providing housing in the borough.
They could be asked to examine using garage conversions, micro and modular builds, pods and other ‘compact’ dwellings, a report reveals.
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A popular breakfast club for gentlemen aged 50 and over has moved to The Fallow Field Pub & Restaurant in Hadley
Men’s Breakfast Club finds new home
A popular breakfast club for gentlemen aged 50 and over has moved to The Fallow Field Pub & Restaurant in Hadley, Telford. The club, which regularly attracts 30 or more attendees, meets at the new venue on the fourth Tuesday of every month from 10.00am until noon.
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List of Shropshire roads to be top dressed to help reduce pot holes
A total of 72 roads in the Shropshire Council area are to have their surfaces sealed, which the council says will make them more durable.
Called “top dressing”, the roads will also be less prone to freeze or thaw, with the council moving towards C-class side roads as part of its maintenance programme.
Full list of roads on the website
Read moreShropshire NHS called to act over cause of ‘twice as many deaths as breast cancer’
AMR, which can make infections impossible to treat, has been nationally linked with causing twice as many deaths as breast cancer each year.
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Ishmel Hanson, of John Earlam Close in Priorslee, was handed the sentence after previously pleading guilty
Drug dealer who tried to run away from cops had £6k in sock
Ishmel Hanson, of John Earlam Close in Priorslee, was handed the sentence after previously pleading guilty to two counts of being concerned in the supply of class A drugs and one count of acquiring criminal property.
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Family-friendly activities planned at college Community Day
Telford College is opening its Wellington campus to the public this summer for a brand-new Community Day, offering a lively programme of hands-on activities, demonstrations and family-friendly experiences.
The free event will take place on Saturday 6 June, from 10am to 2pm, at the college’s Haybridge Road site.
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A disused office in Wellington has been earmarked to become a barber shop with a flat. Picture: Google Maps
Barber shop plan for disused office in Wellington
Arleston resident Mubasher Mehmood is proposing to bring the office back into use and employ three people at 48a Walker Street, in the Wellington Conservation Area.
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Councillor Carolyn Healy, Jay Wallace (barista), Tess Sharp, Councillor Ollie Vickers, Adam Purnell and Bruce Sharp, Shop Manager.
Baked bean is new takeaway with a difference in Ironbridge
The Shropshire Lad has expanded his presence in Ironbridge with the launch of a new artisan bakery and coffee shop. Supported by a council grant, this latest venture promises a unique twist on the traditional takeaway, featuring expert craftsmanship and a commitment to local producers that sets it apart from the rest of the high street.
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Liam is on target at schools rifle championships
Liam Beardmore, a Year 11 student at Burton Borough School, finished 7th in the UK in his category at the British Shooting Schools Rifle Championships annual competition.
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Planning surgery dates for 2026 announced for Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site
These sessions provide expert guidance for anyone considering changes to their home within the World Heritage Site, where stricter planning controls apply and even alterations such as replacing windows, doors or boundary walls require planning consent.
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Power-packed line-up at Shropshire business dinner
Shropshire Business Conversation, held at Telford International Centre, was jointly organised by Shropshire Festivals and Shropshire Business magazine to mark the publication’s 10th anniversary.
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College is highly commended at national training awards
Telford College was given a Highly Commended award in recognition of the success of its Health Care Support Worker Induction Programme, developed in partnership with NHS and the Shropshire Telford & Wrekin Integrated Care System.
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Care companies ask council to check use of two Telford properties
Care companies have lodged checks with the council to see if the law allows them to use two properties in Dawley.
In both cases the council’s planning department has been told that the applications are for Certificates of Lawfulness.
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