Holocaust survivor tells his powerful story to students
A Holocaust survivor has shared his powerful life story with a group of nearly 300 Shropshire students, describing his time…
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Telford News
News in Telford, Shropshire
Police and hotels work in partnership to keep children safe
Officers in Shropshire carried out covert ‘mystery shopper’ visits to several Shropshire hotels over the weekend as part of a…
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Aviramp celebrates record year – and looks forward to bumper 2025
UK aviation specialist Aviramp is celebrating a record-breaking 2024 – and looking forward to continued growth over the next 12…
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Weston kickstarts new year with luxury dine and stay experiences
A stately home on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border is kickstarting the new year with a series of luxury dine and stay…
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Power-packed line-up for International Women’s Day event
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce has unveiled a power-packed line-up of speakers for a special event to celebrate International Women’s Day….
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Landlord of Brookside flats fined more than £7,000
In a case brought to court by the local authority’s private sector housing team, landlord Gunes Ata was found guilty…
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Three year High Street ban for threatening staff
A man known for terrorising people on a Telford high street has been handed a three-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO)…
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Thousands raised for charity by rally race in memory of Wolverhampton-born British champion
A memorial race to commemorate the achievements of a Wolverhampton-born rally car driver has raised £10,000 for charity. The John…
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New Filtermist MD targets domestic and global opportunities
The UK’s leading manufacturer of LEV extraction systems has made a high-profile appointment to help it target new opportunities at…
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Tributes paid to ‘deeply respected’ transport campaigner
A Telford businessman who made national headlines when nearly two million people signed his petition against plans to introduce road…
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New CT Scanner suite proposed
Haygate Vets owner CVS has submitted plans to invest in an extension to the front of the current premises that…
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Entries now open for 2025 High Sheriff of Shropshire Awards
The search is on for young people across Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin who are dedicated to helping their local…
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Have you seen Danika and Charlotte?
Police in North Wales have growing concerns for 15-year-old Danika (left) and 14-year-old Charlotte (right), who have been missing from…
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Police appeal for help following Telford shop thefts
Officers are appealing to identify the people pictured as they believe they could help with their enquiries into five shop…
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“I felt like I was part of something and made loads of friends”
Telford and Wrekin teen turns his life around thanks to council’s free footy sessions Kyran Purohit, 17, is a coach…
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Fire at Wellington Shop
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service were alerted last night to reports of a building fire at Chelseas Dry Cleaners on…
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Noyce and World Champion-winning bike reunited at Telford
The first-ever Honda World Championship-winning motocross bike, Graham Noyce’s legendary 1979 RC500, will be showcased at The Classic Dirt Bike…
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Burton Borough students raise cash for town youth project
Students from Burton Borough School in Newport have raised cash for a volunteer-run youth project in the town. They took…
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M54 Collision – Severe delays this morning
A crash this morning closed one lane of the M54 heading towards Telford between J2 to J3. This photo sent…
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Seven years for Woodside man
A Telford man has been jailed for seven years for possession of a firearm. Endean Palmer, 34, of Hammerfields, Woodside,…
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Tragedy on the A5
One man has died, and four other people have been injured in a multi-vehicle collision in Shrewsbury this morning. West…
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Growth for change at Telford-based finance business
Novuna Business Cash Flow, which provides cash flow finance solutions to SMEs and larger corporate entities across a wide range…
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GoFundMe launched following house fire
Shropshire Fire and Rescue were called to a property in Smallwood, Sutton Hill yesterday where they extinguished a fire in…
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Appeal following Telford shop thefts
Police are appealing to identify the people pictured as they believe they could help with their enquiries into five shop…
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Free maths and English courses for adults
Adults are being given the chance to boost their maths and English skills in a series of free workshops running…
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Survivors of domestic abuse urged to help shape Telford services
Survivors of domestic abuse are being given the chance to help shape the future of support services across Telford &…
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Fire Service at multistorey car park
The box road around the Shopping Centre was partially closed by emergency services this afternoon. Shropshire Fire and Rescue and…
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Telford College appoints a new apprenticeship manager
Telford College’s new apprenticeship manager says he is looking forward to making a ‘meaningful impact’ on the lives of students,…
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[Ad] The brand new Thomas Telford Primary School is open to applications.
The brand new school in Priorslee, Telford is opening this September and parents with children born between 1 September 2020…
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Four arrested following Telford drug warrants
Four people have been arrested after officers carried out two warrants at addresses in Telford, which are believed to be…
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Telford indoor rowers bring home the medals at British Championships.
Three indoor rowers from a Telford club are celebrating after they brought home the silverware from the British Rowing Indoor…
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Boots ban for ‘satchel man’
A persistent shoplifter who used disguises when he targeted stores in south Worcestershire, Shropshire and the West Midlands area has…
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Telford Raiders to play in the Betfred Challenge Cup
Telford Raiders RLFC will be making history this weekend as they head to Mayfield Sports Centre in Rochdale to kickstart…
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Council brings more than 300 empty homes back into use
In 2021, Telford & Wrekin Council launched its Long-Term Empty Property Strategy to tackle the issue of problematic properties standing…
Read moreCabinet welcomes £5m to £7m extra for annual budget
But you’ll still be asked to cough up an extra 5% if plans to increase the council tax are approved…
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What do you think about Telford Live?
Take this quick survey and you could win £100. The survey is run by a charity, the Public Interest News…
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Visitors welcomed back to hospitals
Last week, The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SATH) restricted visitor to their hospitals to reduce the risk of…
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Car fire on A5
Shropshire Fire & Rescue attended a car fire in a layby on the A5 near the M54 this afternoon. The…
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Telford film producer set for first feature
“First Christmas”, directed by Keith Wilhelm Kopp and written by Laurence Guy, enters development. The film will be produced by…
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Couch 2 to 5k Programme
Lawley Running Club are launching their 9 week Couch to 5k course on 13th of January. Days: Monday’s and Thursday’s…
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[AD]Are you recently engaged and looking for the perfect venue to say ‘I do’?
The Valley Hotel, a stunning wedding venue in Ironbridge Gorge, is hosting a Wedding Fayre this Sunday 5th January from…
Read moreHospital visits to be restricted
Both Princess Royal and Royal Shrewsbury Hospital are taking the unusual step to reduce the amount of visitors in light…
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Gritters are out this weekend
If the forecasters are correct, Telford could be blanketed in snow again this weekend. A orange weather warning has been…
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Wellington man get suspended sentence
A man from Telford has been sentenced after assaulting officers in Shrewsbury. Around 6pm on Saturday 3 April officers received…
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Global food company partners with Telford College to train engineers
Telford College is partnering with food company Kraft Heinz to help create the future engineering workforce of tomorrow. The company,…
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League of Friends assist with fertility gift
A charity has gifted a new £33,000 fertility laser, which is set to improve the survival rate of frozen embryos…
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New self-service dog wash opens in Telford
Amigos in Trench are set to help dog owners keep their pups in tip-top condition with a new self-service dog…
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Happy new oh…
Someone is coming home today to no car having neglected to carry out basic admin for owning it. The dented…
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People in Shropshire need more love
Speed Dating Shropshire launch their debut event in time for Valentine’s Day. Pixie Greatorex, a local business owner, put her…
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New owners for local paper
A deal worth £65m has been agreed for Media Concierge to acquire National World, the owners of The Shropshire Star,…
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Did you feel it?
The British Geological Society are reporting that there was a small earthquake just North West of Newport, Shropshire last night….
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Fault with signals stops trains
The rail service that travels through Telford is currently suspended until around noon. A fault with the signalling system in…
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Telford 2024 Retail Crossword
Have a go at this crossword that features places in Telford, past and present, where you can spend your money.
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Wasteman becomes Santa Paws
By day he’s a waste management expert, but at Christmas, Anthony North from Allscot becomes “Santa Paws”, delivering treats and…
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Start a career and get £1000 bonus
Telford & Wrekin Council is one of six local authorities across the country chosen to take part in a pilot…
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Nursery celebrates 30th Birthday
A charity nursery in Shropshire which faced closure just three years ago has now celebrated its 30th anniversary by raising…
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Telford renal dialysis unit celebrates first year
Renal dialysis services marked its first anniversary at its purpose-built location in Telford with the unveiling of a tree of…
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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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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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