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More Nuplace homes ready for rent
The council owned lettings company has opened the application process for new homes at four developments in Telford. Properties at…
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Have Your Say on Dog Control in Public Spaces
Telford & Wrekin Council is inviting residents to share their views on new proposals aimed at encouraging responsible dog ownership…
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Councillor Carolyn Healy, Telford & Wrekin Council’s Cabinet Member for Neighbourhoods, Planning and Sustainability with examples of single use vapes that will be banned from sale from Sunday 1 June.
Shops urged to comply with new vape laws
Trading standards officers at Telford & Wrekin Council have been urging retailers to prepare for significant changes in legislation regarding…
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The ultraviolet kiosk is in operation at the borehole site. Picture: Severn Trent Water/Fisher German
Emergency treatment system for water borehole
Bug-killing ultraviolet equipment was installed at a Shropshire water borehole after bacteria was found there, planning documents reveal. Documents lodged…
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5K Lawley charity fun run returns
Runners in Telford are being urged to sign up to a popular 5k fun run that last year attracted over…
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Tree fellers sought by Police
Police are investigating criminal damage to a tree in Apley, and have appealed to local residents for information. The tree…
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Live Action: Lilo & Stitch
Lilo & Stitch is the latest Disney live-action remake, based on the animated movie from 2002. Okay, here’s the thing….
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Caring for roses will be covered at Dobbies Garden Centre’s June Grow How workshop, led by the Green Team (© Andrew Cawley)
Summer of roses: free gardening workshop at Dobbies’ Telford store
Dobbies Garden Centres is hosting a free Rose-themed Grow How workshop at its Telford store this June, sharing top tips…
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EP Clean up underway
Telford & Wrekin Council has today announced its second clean-up operation targeting two of the borough’s busiest dual carriageways, as…
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A442 Queensway crash – two cows feared dead
On the A442/Queensway/EP, just past the Ketley Bank junction as you are heading towards Hollinswood, a Landrover and over-turned trailer…
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Professor Heidi Fuller, Head of School for Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy at Keele University, and Jon Sargeant, former Chief Financial Officer at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals Trust, joined SaTH last month.
New Associate Non-Executive Directors appointed at Trust
Two new Associate Non-Executive Directors have been appointed to the Board of The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH)….
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Year 11 students were invited to take part in an “Open Doors Event” with Bowmer & Kirkland which is currently building homes for rent in Iron Masters Way, in Telford.
Newport students build their construction skills on site visit
Students from a Newport school have been learning all about career opportunities in the construction industry. Year 11 students from…
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Shropshire’s greatest dog day out returns next month
Leads at the ready for the people of Shropshire as the county’s most popular dog show and country festival returns…
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Health students qualify for ‘skills olympics’ regional final
Nine Telford College students have qualified for the regional finals of a competition which could ultimately see them representing the…
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Telford MP Shaun Davies Meets Children and Young People in Telford to Help Shape National Youth Strategy
Telford MP Shaun Davies calls for youth club investment
Shaun Davies, MP for Telford, visited Dawley Youth Club last week to meet with children and young people in Telford…
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Police called to Middle Pool
Telford & Wrekin Police took to social media to warn of the dangers relating to swimming in the many pools…
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Ironbridge Power Station redevelopment: A CGI image of the plans (Picture: Harworth Group Plc / Pegasus Planning Group)
Next steps in Ironbridge Power Station development plan
Up to 40 vehicles could be entering part of a huge building site every weekday for the next four years…
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Final stretch for LeJog pair
Barry Ince is 70 years old and from Shifnal and John McBride is 65 years old, and they are now…
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Belly Busters catering van gets official permission despite objections
Belly Busters catering van has been given retrospective permission to trade in a layby off the A442 despite opposition to…
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Shop ban for steak thief
A prolific Telford shoplifter has been given a two-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) after being convicted of theft. Jason Challoner,…
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Great British Food Festival arriving at Weston Park
The UK’s premier food and drink festival celebrates 15 years as it arrives at Telford’s Weston Park with a roster…
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Dan Doherty, centre, receives his award from Police and Crime
Commissioner Simon Foster and West Midlands Police Chief Constable Craig
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A Better Tomorrow helped save my life, says dad-of-two Dan
A father of two recovering from crack cocaine and heroin addiction says an award-winning Telford community company has helped save…
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Eco-campaigning vicar urges refusal of battery plan
An eco-campaigning Shropshire vicar is supporting a family in its fight against plans for a battery energy site on land…
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Telford’s Police and Community Day returns in June
The public are invited to join West Mercia Police next month (June) for Telford’s popular Police and Community Day. Following…
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£1 million cancer trial reaches major milestone
A £1 million research study taking place at the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) in Telford has reached a major milestone…
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Albrighton digs in for wildlife
A Shropshire village is set to hold one of its largest ever nature projects next week in a bid to…
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Sutton Hill man jailed for robbery
Michael Holmes, 30, of Selkirk Drive in Sutton Hill, Telford, was sentenced to two years and seven months at Shrewsbury…
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Diabetics not being assessed quickly enough for foot problems
Health leaders have been told that they are “a long way” from delivering national guidance for people in Shropshire with…
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Second phase of local governance review now open for consultation
Proposed changes to the way Town and Parish Councils are organised in Telford and Wrekin are now open for consultation,…
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Newport Rugby Club plans for the future
A rugby club is seeing such a large increase in the number of women who want to play the game…
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Pave-Aways Ltd launches £15,000 community fund
eading Shropshire construction company Pave-Aways Ltd has set up a new community grant fund in partnership with Shropshire Community Foundation…
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It’s Labour versus Independent in Lawley East by-election
A parish council by-election in Telford will see Labour and an Independent seeking votes in Lawley and Overdale. The Lawley…
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Branded-tracky Brookside biker sought
“Fully Paid is more than just a brand—it’s a lifestyle that represents hard work, ambition, and financial freedom.” – according…
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Dawley fire closed street
A fire which started in a tumble dryer closed the High Street in Dawley yesterday afternoon. An eyewitness told Telford…
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Parish councillor steps down after 26 years
A parish and former Telford & Wrekin Councillor has resigned after 26 years to ‘enjoy the time I have left,…
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Inspector stubs out nursing home’s smoking shelter plan
The Priory Nursing Home, in Spring Hill, appealed to the Planning Inspectorate after Telford & Wrekin Council rejected the proposal….
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Former leisure centre site transformed
A £17 million Extra Care Housing scheme in Telford is preparing to welcome its first residents with construction works now…
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Ironbridge Gorge Park and Ride returns for summer 2025
Ironbridge Gorge park and ride is back this summer, offering a simple, sustainable and affordable way to visit one of…
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Van incident puzzled onlookers
In what appears to be a well-planned van robbery, onlookers were amazed to see two black vehicles block a white…
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Audi discovered on cloned plates
On Sunday afternoon officers, from Telford & Wrekin Police received a report for a car that was being driven on…
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Mental wellbeing “significant cause for concern” for young people
Young people’s mental wellbeing remains a “significant cause for concern” in Telford & Wrekin says a report. Councillors are set…
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Hager UK set to relocate within Telford
Leading Shropshire developer, Morris Property, has announced Hager UK as the new tenant of its spec built 107,000 ft² warehouse…
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Health inequality across Telford revealed – and it’s not great
People in Muxton & Lilleshall live an average of 8.2 years longer than residents in Woodside as life expectancy rates…
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Arrest made after ear-biting in Telford cemetery
At around 5.45pm on Friday evening (16 May) a man was assaulted by a group of five to six people…
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Telford manufacturing boost with £400m Rheinmetall investment
Rheinmetall has confirmed Telford as the home of its new Gun Hall. This leading-edge large-calibre barrel production facility marks a…
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A41 Set for major improvements starting today
The work to be carried out between Forton Roundabout and Sambrook crossroad, will improve the condition of the road and…
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Operation Spree – can you help?
Police are asking for the public’s help in locating off road bikes in the on-going Operation Spree. Telford & Wrekin…
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Dog loving new mayor is set to take the lead and ‘get to work’
New Mayor of Telford Eileen Callear set out her civic stall as a champion of diversity and revealed that she…
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Full days festivities for Newport’s Christmas event
Newport’s Christmas lights switch on event will last for one full day, a meeting heard. As the Shropshire town’s love…
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M54 repairs completed and two weekend closures avoided
National Highways has successfully completed essential concrete repairs on a stretch of the M54 – and avoided the need for…
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Local regiment receives Freedom of the Borough
A local Army regiment has been awarded Freedom of the Borough, in recognition of their commitment and dedication to Telford…
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Shortage of streets for suggested names in Newport
A son whose mum was a driving force in Newport is picking up a bid to get a road named…
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A controversial plan for up to 85 homes in a village near Newport has been withdrawn by the developers after…
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Doctor recognised for outstanding contribution to training
A doctor working at the Princess Royal Hospital has been awarded Trainer of the year for the West Midlands. Dr…
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Council Leader announces new Cabinet for Telford & Wrekin
The Leader of Telford & Wrekin Council, Lee Carter, confirmed his new Cabinet at the local authority’s Annual General Meeting…
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New Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Telford and Wrekin elected
The new Mayor and Deputy Mayor of the Borough of Telford and Wrekin for 2025-26 have been elected, at the…
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Same day hip replacement success
A patient has become the first to leave the Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) in Telford on the same day as…
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