Telford based Ash Plumbing & Bathrooms gets a boost from Theo Paphitis.
A Shropshire based firm has received a business boost from Retail Entrepreneur Theo Paphitis. On the 5th January 2025, David…
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Hospital workers to sleep out in aid of homeless military veterans
Hospital workers will swap their warm beds for sleeping bags as part of ‘The Great Tommy Sleep Out’ in aid…
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Midlands Engine Investment Fund II makes 100th deal in the region
Based in Telford, specialist highways drainage contractor Crown Plus secured £3.9m in equity funding. The funding will be used to invest in new equipment and take on…
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New aviation course will be a runway success
A new aviation engineering course is preparing for take-off at Telford College, offering a passport to some high-flying careers. The…
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M54 Closures this weekend
National Highways have warned that the M54 will will partially close this weekend for essential carriageway repairs. This is the…
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Scout group thrives thanks to community grant
A Telford Scout Group is thriving thanks to a grant from a fund set up in memory of a dedicated…
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Two Telford charities to ‘Pass Go’
Winning Moves UK and Hasbro, a leading toy and game company, have announced that the new MONOPOLY: Telford & Wrekin…
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Telford school girl launches second single
11 year old Charlton School Girl Ella J from Hadley, has had her 2nd single published on all music streaming…
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Start up grant for Martial Arts club
A Telford-based martial arts and self-defence school is going from strength-to-strength after opening its doors on Dawley High Street. Trinity…
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Out of this world: HLC students are jetting off to ‘space camp’
Two Telford secondary school students are quite literally being given the chance to reach for the stars after securing places…
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Free gardening workshops at Dobbies’ Telford this March
Dobbies Garden Centres is hosting two free workshops at its Telford store this March for gardeners of all ages; Prepare…
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Distillers to release a commemorative gin
Distinct Distillers are to release a commemorative gin to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day Crafted in a WWII underground…
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Underground cable fire in Telford
Shropshire Fire & Rescue from Wellington & Telford Central were called out this morning to Albert Road after reports…
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Appeal following Telford shop thefts
Police Officers are appealing to identify the people pictured as they believe they could help with their enquiries into five…
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This piece of history may disappear in just a few months
Standing up the hill overlooking the Ironbridge Gorge stands a relic from the past which may be consigned to the…
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Illegal and dangerous goods siezed
Telford & Wrekin Council Trading Standards officers received a tip-off that resulted in tobbaco and vapes being seized. In a…
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Telford & Wrekin Council issues second annual report on Child Sexual Exploitation
Telford & Wrekin Council has issued its second annual report into Child Sexual Exploitation and made a commitment to work…
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M54 Blocked – expect delays
The M54 is at a standstill between Albrighton and Priorslee junctions. Fire engines and police on scene. Thanks to Steph…
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New cyber security courses to launch in September
Telford College is launching two new cyber security courses to equip people for careers in one of the fastest-growing areas…
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Telford & Wrekin Council has announced the opening of recruitment for the Step Up to Social Work programme. This is…
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Witness appeal after man struck by van on the EP
Police are appealing for witnesses following a collision between a van and a pedestrian in Stirchley, Telford last night (Wednesday…
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Black Belt Karate instructor Mairi, thwarts attempted robbery
A brave woman who intervened during an attempted robbery at a Telford shop has been awarded a Chief Superintendent Commendation…
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Subway launch baked potato trial
But you’ll have to travel an hour to find one of the 170 Subways that are trialling the new menu…
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Are you a secret genius?
Channel 4 is to launch a major new competition format show to spotlight the country’s undiscovered brainboxes, and amazingly, they…
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Community Theatre Company Looks to Expand to Telford Town Centre
A children’s youth theatre company is seeking feedback to help develop an exciting new performing arts project in the heart…
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Arrests made after drugs raid
Three people have been arrested in Telford after officers recovered an estimated £16,000 worth of class A drugs. Officers from…
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Rising inflation piles the pressure on Telford businesses
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce said today’s sharp rise in the rate of inflation highlighted the growing pressure that businesses are…
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New Youth Club launched in Telford
A new youth club, attracting dozens of young people, is the latest Telford & Wrekin Council funded project aimed at…
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“…return hotels to their communities” says Telford MP
Today, Shaun Davies, Member of Parliament for Telford spoke to Radio 4’s Nick Robinson on the Today programme this morning,…
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Dobbies’ announces new National Charity Partner
Dobbies’ Telford store to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Research UK as garden centre announces new National Charity Partner. Dobbies’ Telford…
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Shropshire’s Independent Cinemas Seek Young Film Curators This Summer
Four of Shropshire’s independent cinemas – Wem Town Hall, Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Wellington Orbit, and The Old Market Hall in…
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Wolfie at Telford Hotel
Do you have a young Wolves fanatic at home during half-term? The Mercure Hotel at Telford Centre are having Wolfie,…
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True Crime: Telford
Dean Gordon shares his story on this frank account of coming to Stirchley, Telford in 1982 and how he pursued…
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After the success of the first two events, Speed Dating Shropshire is hosting an evening for 55-65 year old singles…
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Hospital compensation bill tops £10m
Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust pays out nearly £10m in compensation for surgery errors since 2019 When an error occurs…
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Free February Fun with Urban Games
Half-term this February (17-23) will be packed with free sports and activities, as Telford & Wrekin Council hosts its Urban…
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Fight against development continues
A campaign group fighting to protect precious Shropshire green belt says the fight will continue against ‘speculative, profit-hungry’ developers. Albrighton…
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Ercall Wood: A ‘Good’ school with high expectations
Ercall Wood Academy in Telford has been declared ‘Good’ across all areas by Ofsted – including quality of education, behaviour…
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Telford manufacturer to offer permanent contracts to all apprentices
A Telford steel fabrication company has announced its commitment to offer permanent contracts to all apprentices upon successful completion of…
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Wheelie dangerous rider appeal
Police are appealing for information about a motorcycle being ridden on one wheel in Oakengates. From their appeal “We are…
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From apprentice plumber to housing group CEO
The chief executive of one of the West Midlands’ largest housing associations has shared his journey from apprentice plumber to…
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Local sculptor to appear on ‘Throw Down
An acclaimed local sculptor is to use her expertise to critique contestants on a popular television contest this week. Sharon…
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Every day’s a school day for apprentice Zoe
Teaching assistant apprentice Zoe Gray says she is relishing her role supporting students with special educational needs at a Telford…
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The longest Winter in history
It certainly feels like it, but you know when the Charter Day in Wellington is announced, better days are not…
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Change of pace for young netballers
A group of young girls who started their netball journey through a free council-run programme, have taken their skills to…
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Shaun Davies MP Meets Telford’s Frontline Community Health Professionals
Telford MP Shaun Davies is urging residents to share their views this week on local NHS services through his survey, covering…
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Say cheese: Apprentices love being part of an ‘exciting journey’
Apprenticeships have the ability to boost confidence, improve problem-solving skills and build successful careers. That’s the view of two Telford…
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Car crashes into property
A dark VW Polo crashed into the side of Louise Sumnalls house in Dawley at around 7.50pm last night. The…
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Pave Aways appointed to carry out Wellington Market refurbishment works
Telford & Wrekin Council has appointed Pave Aways Ltd to deliver refurbishment works which will transform historic Wellington Market. The…
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Town’s call for VE Day photos
A town council is appealing for war time memorabilia to help it mark a special milestone this year. Wellington Town…
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Telford firm expands apprenticeship programme following business growth
A leading Shropshire automation and control systems specialist is set to expand its successful apprenticeship programme as part of ambitious…
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Vandals destroy trees in public park
Vandals snapped eight healthy trees in the Covid Memorial Woodland, Strine Park in Newport over the weekend. Cllr Peter Scott…
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Car crashes into wall
A small hatchback crashed into the wall outside Wellington Medical Practice this morning. Amber Watch from Shropshire Fire and Rescue…
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Apprenticeships can help firms beat National Insurance Contributions rise, says FBC Manby Bowdler
A leading employment law specialist says companies can beat the imminent increase in the cost of employing staff – by…
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Investment pays off for Aviramp as productivity soars
World-leading aircraft boarding ramp manufacturer Aviramp has seen its investment in the future rewarded with a 300 per cent increase…
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McPhillips to welcome next generation of talent
Leading Shropshire construction company McPhillips (Wellington) Ltd has announced plans to recruit up to five new apprentices in 2025 responding…
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Car fire on Sutton Hill
Around 10:45pm last night, Shropshire Fire & Rescue were called out to Sandcroft where a car was on fire. Two…
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