Old Smithy plans approved
A former Victorian blacksmith’s workshop is to be transformed into a modern eco home – while retaining original features –…
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Telford News
News in Telford, Shropshire
Christmas Toy Run
If you saw loads of motorcyclists dressed like Santa around Telford yesterday, here’s why. It all started from the M54…
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‘Twas the last weekend before Christmas
It’s the final countdown. Incredible how, when 2024 first started, we knew exactly when Christmas would happen. It’s the same…
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A wheel hero in Telford
A Telford Live contributor writes… “My colleague and I got a flat tyre, just outside Southwater, on our way to…
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Prolific thief and shoplifter pleads guilty
Molly Brown age 27 from Telford was charged with theft by finding. On the 14th December 2024, she saw a…
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Christmas Biker Toy Run on Saturday
Calling all trikes, quads, scooters, bikes to join the Toy Run from 11am at Shifnal Services on junction 4, M54,…
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New Safer Spaces initiative includes phone charging points
Safer Spaces have been set up in busy town centres across Telford offering a safe place for anyone to use…
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High winds forecast for Sunday
We promise not join the ‘Weathermaggedon‘ and ‘Snow bomb to hit Britain – we’ll tell you where‘ gang, but this…
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Housing association’s debt advisors help customers clear £3m of debt
Customers of The Wrekin Housing Group have been supported to clear more than £3 million of debt thanks to the…
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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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Nuplace tenants move in time for Christmas
A number of Nuplace tenants have picked up the keys to their new homes, just in time for Christmas. Chrissy…
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Hospice funds raised by Telford students
Early years and health students from Telford College have raised more than £1,000 for charity through a series of fundraising…
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Telford businessman arrested in Police raid
An eyewitness saw up to 20 officers raid a home in Spa Crescent, Admaston yesterday in a pre-planned operation. An…
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Free carrots and bigger sprouts
Days away from December 25, supermarkets have slashed the prices of vegetables used in the Christmas dinner, with bags of…
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Shoe shop will be closing stores
Shoezone, the discount shoe store has announced that poor trading and the October budget has made some stores unviable. The…
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Chance to go behind the scenes at Telford’s new fire station
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce’s networking group for young business people will be going behind the scenes at Telford’s town centre…
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Pampering sessions raise cash for charity
Hair and beauty students from Telford College have been raising cash for charity this month by running pre-Christmas pampering sessions…
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Tree crashed down on car
A mother and daughter travelling along Whitchurch Drive near the Princess Royal Hospital had a miraculous escape from injury this…
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Free houseplant workshops
Dobbies Garden Centres is kicking off the new year on a green note, offering two free workshops at its Telford…
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Orthopaedic joint replacement surgery resumes
Orthopaedic joint replacement surgery has resumed at the Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) in Telford, which will reduce the amount of…
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Christmas jumper day delivers an early festive gift for local charity
Staff and students from Telford College have handed over cash and supplies to a local charity from the proceeds of…
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Bicycles & Tandems by Design celebrates 20 years in Telford
Bicycles & Tandems by Design, one of the UK’s leading bicycle design and manufacturing businesses, is celebrating two decades of…
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New Partnership to Address Community Challenges
Local charity Community Resource is excited to announce a new partnership with ANTA Community Training CIC, a not-for-profit organisation based…
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Inclusive Skating medal haul for Telford contenders
Team Carter, composed primarily of skaters with additional needs, competes in the Inclusive Skating events at the World Championships, where…
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Employers warn of job losses following ‘business bashing’ Budget
Jobs will be lost and companies will cease trading in the new year as Shropshire employers wrestle with the financial…
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50p Bus trips for Christmas
From Monday, December 16 to Sunday, January 12 the flat rate single fare will apply to all seven council-run bus…
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Pub fire in Wellington Centre
Shropshire Fire and Rescue were called to the White Lion in Crown Street in the centre of Wellington this morning…
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Shaun Davies MP for Telford sends his Christmas Message…
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from me and my family to you and yours. Recently, I’ve enjoyed Christmas…
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All new Telford Theatre progresses
Plans to transform Telford Theatre, creating a new modern facility for generations to come, have been approved. The project in…
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Blah, blah, Black Sheep
This weekend marks the first birthday of the Black Sheep Coffee ‘coming soon’ hoardings going up at Telford Shopping centre….
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Clothing store owners help out
Mal and Anne, owners of Kings Fashion in Oakengates, are helping organise a special dinner that promises to bring warmth…
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[JOB AD] Support Workers
Support workers wanted! – Salary up to £30,864.54 – Opportunities to pick up extras shifts / overtime at enhanced rate….
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Theatres Academy growing
Local Hospital Trust that runs the county’s two acute hospitals, is reaping the rewards of its very own Theatres Academy,…
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Stuart Parr elected to Hadley and Leegomery Parish Council
It was a Conservative victory in the election last night, as Stuart Parr scored 162 votes, to Ranbir Sahota’s 126…
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Van fire near Telford Centre
Shropshire Fire and Rescue were called out to a van fire this lunchtime at Hollinsgate, close to Telford Shopping Centre….
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New restaurant to open in Wellington
An Italian restaurant in Market Street, Wellington is opening next week in a former pub. Set in the old Beacon…
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Dementia Home in Telford adds a Christmas Smile
St George’s Park Nursing Home in Telford has joined forces with The Christmas Smile Project to spread Christmas cheer by…
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Police appeal following Telford shop thefts
West Mercia Police Officers are appealing to identify the people pictured as they believe they could help with their enquiries…
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Veezu’s App Surpasses One Million Downloads
Veezu, the UK’s fastest-growing taxi and private hire vehicle (PHV) business, announces that it has reached a significant milestone surpassing…
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New youth club for Arleston
A new youth club has been opened by Telford & Wrekin Council to offer children a safe place to socialise…
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Bus horror in Lightmoor
A bus ploughed into a bus stop full of people at Lightmoor Way in Telford this morning. The Arriva 8A…
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Ironbridge parking charges suspended
Parking on Telford & Wrekin Council’s five main car parks that serve the Ironbridge Gorge will be free for the…
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Major update of software made possible with council grant
A Telford business has launched a “super-charged” piece of software which helps employers manage their people – thanks to a…
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“Our water system is in urgent need of reform…” writes Shaun Davies MP
Shaun Davies MP, alongside other West Midlands MPs, has written to Severn Trent Water (STW) to criticise the company for…
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Jail for industrial unit growers
Ramandan Kapaj aged 27, Emiljano Xhafa aged 30, and Genti Binjaku aged 45, were yesterday (Wednesday 11 December) each given…
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58% of Telford and Wrekin smokers have successfully quit
New NHS data reveals that 58% of people in Telford and Wrekin who wanted to quit smoking have managed to…
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Free hygiene products available at housing hubs
A housing association has partnered with The Hygiene Bank in Telford to offer free personal hygiene products to those who…
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Digital students put their cyber security skills to the test
Telford College students have been putting their cyber skills to the test by taking part in a national ‘hackathon’ challenge….
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£50 Reward for turdwatchers
People who report dog walkers who do not clean up after their pets are to be given a £50 reward…
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58% of Telford and Wrekin smokers have successfully quit
New NHS data reveals that 58% of people in Telford and Wrekin who wanted to quit smoking have managed to…
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Telford automotive supplier takes ‘Best of British Casting’ title
A Telford-based automotive specialist, who has seen domestic and global sales rise significantly, has been named as the ‘Best of…
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Have your say on a proposed M54/M6 link road
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce is urging businesses to have their say on proposals to create a long-discussed link road from…
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Roll up, roll up . . . SMI supports the ‘circus with a purpose’ once again
Children with additional needs from across the Telford area will get the chance to experience all the fun of the…
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Festive campaign launched to support people recovering from addiction
A Shropshire community company has launched a festive campaign to help those recovering from addiction stay healthy during the party…
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Trials champion to star at Classic Dirt Bike show in Telford
Two-time European trials champion Mick Andrews has been confirmed as the second star guest at next year’s Classic Dirt Bike…
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Trains cancelled again
Transport for Wales are operating on a much reduced service today which is impacting the trains running through Telford in…
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Small fire in Market Street
If you were in Wellington this evening and saw a number of fire engines outside your favourite restaurant, you can…
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Flood barriers going up in Ironbridge
The heavy rains mean rising river levels and the Environment Agency have advised flood barriers are needed in the Ironbridge…
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New festive postbox topper
The Humbers has seen many topical postbox toppers over the years, created by Telford ‘Knitsy’ Paula Campbell. Even Storm Darragh…
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200 calls to council over the weekend
The impact of Storm Darragh, which swept through Telford and Wrekin last night, has been significant, with severe weather conditions…
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