Telford: Why so Fertile?
Telford used to be dubbed the teenage pregnancy capital of Europe a few yeas ago.
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Author: Andy Smith
Brian Newman Re-appointed to Hospital Trust.
NHS Improvement has today confirmed the re-appointment of Mr Brian Newman as Non-executive Director of The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust.
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Leader of Telford Council to Step Down
Telford & Wrekin Council leader Kuldip Sahota has announced he is to step down from his position in May 2016.
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New Recycling Centre will save £140,000p.a.
The new Household Recycling Centre located at Hortonwood 60 is part of the waste management contract with Veolia.
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On the Trail of the Telford Squid
Every once in a while, you hear about some tunnels that lead from some old manor house to a nearby church or somesuch. More often than not, it’s complete hogwash but near Telford Shopping Centre there is such a tunnel.
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Furrows Back Hospital at Home Project
Children who need ongoing medical treatment after being discharged from hospital in Telford are receiving support in their own homes, thanks to a local business.
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The High Streets of Telford
A recent report by British Retail & Local Data Company revealed that Telford had lowest number of independent stores in the UK at around 18%.
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Telford. Swapping books for beer?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It’s been an interesting few months looking at the repercussions of government grant cuts in Telford. Back in January,…
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Ketley Brook Tip to be Scrapped
This will leave Granville and Halesfield as the only CRCs for 170,000 population. Do you think this will increase or decrease the likelyhood of flytipping?
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Lucy Allan MP Criticises A&E Delay
Telford MP Lucy Allan has criticised the announcement that Future Fit will only be implemented at the by earliest by 2021.
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The hottest looks for the new season will be hitting the catwalk at Telford Shopping Centre’s Spring Style Show from Friday 8th April to Sunday 10th April.
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Hoo Farm Gates Open for 2016
Shropshire’s award winning animal attraction, Hoo Farm is opening its gates for the 2016 season.
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Drive in movie set to return to Telford
After two previous successful drive in movie events, this unique and iconic experience returns to Telford on Monday 30 May.
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Community Action Plan for St Georges
A group of residents have formed a group with the aims of identifying what residents and visitors love about St Georges.
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Telfood Feastival Call for Volunteers
Taking place on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 July, more than 130 of Britain’s best food producers will descend on the QEII Arena based within Telford Town Park
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Local Sculptor Scalps Award
Local sculptor, Jacob Chandler, is making his mark on the world of sculpture by winning a competition held by the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists.
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Bowring Park Cafe Up for Grabs
The lease for the cafe at Bowring Park in Wellington has come up for tender.
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The Telford Apprenticeship Show
Telford & Wrekin Council’s Job Box programme and the Army will mark National Apprenticeship Week (14–18 MAR) when they host The Apprenticeship Show.
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Local Accountants Move to Madeley
A local firm of accountants has taken its own leap this February 29th by leasing a shop based on Madeley High Street.
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Urgent appeal: Baby missing from Arleston
Update: Baby found! Officers were called shortly before 3pm today after receiving a report that a 9-week old baby boy had been taken from his home address, Manor Road in Arleston, Telford.
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Telford set to Welcome Syrian Refugees
Back in September 2015, I ran a poll on the back of an offer of help that Telford and Wrekin Council made to Syrian refugees.
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The Great Telford Live! Survey 2016.
I wanted some feedback as to what followers on twitter, likers on Facebook and website visitors thought of Telford Live and what in particular they liked about it
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Goodbye FoI Logs
FOI or Freedom of Information act is designed to give ordinary people a chance to get a question answered by…
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Shawbirch Pair Supermarket Run
Both Colin and Alan live on Shawbirch and work for Tesco, and they are doing this mad 5 day 105 mile challenge.
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Even more parking cameras for Telford
Another Telford supermarket concerned about their car parks being abused is planning on installing ANPR parking cameras to improve access for shoppers.
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Who’s reading what in Telford
Bed by David Whitehouse was the most borrowed book in Telford and Wrekin’s libraries during 2014/15 it was revealed. British authors are hugely popular in the region with nine of the Top 10 Most Borrowed Books being by home-grown authors.
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How do you explain Telford?
When you find yourself on holiday, on a course or even if you, God forbid, move away, you will be asked ‘where are you from?’
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Super Black Pudding?
As a national week of celebrating the most important meal of the day kicks off, one Telford business is looking to prove why a traditionally unhealthy food is now being celebrated as good for you.
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Crowdfunding in Telford
Crowdfunding is a way for everyone to get involved in a project, business or just a bit of fun to buy something unique.
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Telford Children Need More Foster Carers
More than 118 families in Telford already share their home with foster children.
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Parking Boost for Wellington
Parking in Market Street, Wellington has just become easier following a surprise move by owners, Wilkinsons.
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New Bid for Rugby Club in Shifnal
Free Rugby Coaching Sessions offered in Shifnal.
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Telford Live Social Media Awards 2016
Vote for your favourite Social Media superstars in the Telford-Live! Awards 2016.
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ATV News Footage of Early Telford
Some film from the fabulous MACE archive of Telford in the 60s, 70s and 80s.
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Vlogger Profile: Lydia Greatrix
I’m delighted to introduce local vlogger, Lydia Greatrix. Lydia is 16 and has been an Anti Bullying Ambassador for two years.
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How well do you know Telford?
Take our picture quiz to see how well you know our town.
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Looking forward to 2016
I thought I’d ask people of Telford what they would like to see in 2016. Brace yourself.
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Telford Welcomes New Nurses for PRH
The first group of Staff Nurses recruited from the Philippines have started work at Telford’s acute hospital.
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Lawley Racks up new Bike Shop
Experienced cycle shop owners Allen & Kate, are opening up a new branch of Plush Hill Cycles in Lawley Village, Telford in January 2016.
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Aurora Borealis from Telford
No, it’s not Inuit for ‘Welcome’ or ‘Merry Christmas’ but a solar phenomenon that lights up the northern skies.
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EE Power Bars Recalled
EE are recalling all EE Power Bars as a precaution as some of them have been overheating.
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Telford Councillor Lights Up for Charity
Telford & Wrekin Borough Councillor, Richard Overton has been putting on a spectacular Christmas lights show for local residents for over 20 years.
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Telford & Wrekin Budget Consultation
Telford & Wrekin Budget 2016. During January, the council are asking residents to come up with suggestions for saving cash.
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Telford Welcomes Comic Con in 2016
If you’re a fan of movies, comics, video games, sci-fi, anime, or cosplay you cannot miss MCM Midlands Comic Con on 13th February 2016.
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Chick-Lit Debut for Telford Writer
First time author, Emma Cooper from Telford. ‘No Wonder’ is women’s fiction, unashamedly ‘chick lit’ and extremely funny.
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History: Wrekin Up for Sale
The Wrekin was put up for sale in 2014, but was it sold? Find out…
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Model Rail Show to Launch in Telford
Diesel and electric era railway models will be showcased as part of a new event which will debut at Telford’s International Centre in February.
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More Parking Enforcement Cameras for Telford
Motorists parking their cars all day in private car parks are warned to expect tickets.
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Have your say on Ironbridge Footpaths
Telford & Wrekin Council is holding a series of drop in sessions to allow residents, businesses and visitors to comment on plans for footways in Ironbridge.
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Little Donkey Causes Christmas Chaos!
The Hoo Farm Animal Nativity will be performed daily up to and including Christmas Eve, with special appearances from Father Christmas at the weekends.
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Classic Dirt Bike Show Sponsored by Hagon Shocks
Classic Dirt Bike Show comes to Telford on February 20-21 2016. Autojumble, traders and classic bikes on show.
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Sports Grants Available to Telford Clubs
A local recycling company is offering a sports grant to clubs within the borough of Telford and Wrekin.
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Ironbridge Powerstation Mosaic
Ironbridge Power Station Mural. I can confirm that the mural does indeed exist, and I am thankful to Damon Massey who is still working at the closed power station for providing these pictures.
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RIP Ironbridge Power Station
From it’s dominating position on the banks of the River Severn, today the Ironbridge Power Station cooling towers will run cold and breathe steam no more.
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History: C&A in Telford
We all like to reminisce about Telford, and all it takes is something in the back of a drawer or a loft clear out to get the memories flooding back.
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Do you get Tax Credits?
Channel 4 News will be reporting from Telford next week when Chancellor George Osborne announces his Autumn Statement.
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Volunteers Bring a Christmas Smile to Telford
Started in 2013, Christmas Smile collects and distributes Christmas gifts for vulnerable children and adults across the Telford and Wrekin community.
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Fireworks in Telford
Telford is blessed with a huge range of public displays at all scales, from local pubs to sports clubs and impressive professional displays to choose from.
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Where are all the up and coming bands and artists?
To be paid for doing something you love is the dream of most of us, and I’m offering this chance to a number of local performers in 2016.
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Parking Cameras Live in Wellington
Forcing a two hour maximum stay, should help improve the turnover and therefore the availability of spaces for shoppers in the town.
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