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Telford man fined £1,000 for failing to clear illegal waste site
A Telford man has been ordered to pay £1,000 for failing to clear an illegal waste site following a prosecution by the Environment Agency.
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Jumping spiders are invading homes across the UK - here's how to keep them away
Here is how you can keep jumping spiders away from your home using these cheap tricks.
Telford heroin and cocaine dealer sentenced
A Telford drug dealer has been given a 32-month sentence after he pleaded guilty to supplying drugs into the town.
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Two casualties rescued in operation on Wenlock Edge
West Mercia Search & Rescue (WMSAR) successfully extracted two casualties from a challenging location on Wenlock Edge yesterday, Thursday, August 21st.
Further boost for Trust as green projects get funding
Funding has been secured for new EV chargers to support a Trust’s vehicle fleet, along with a solar canopy at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, in order to cut energy costs and reduce emissions.
Star compassion earns Cath coveted Cavell Award
A nurse leader at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital has been nationally recognised for her dedication and compassionate care.
New Money Hub to launch at Brookside Community Centre
A new financial support hub is set to open in a Telford community centre, offering local residents access to affordable loans, secure savings, and expert money advice.
Wem swimming pool to be closed for at least a day after fire breaks out
Wem swimming pool will be closed until at least tomorrow afternoon after a fire broke out.
Praise for 2025 GCSE results at Malpas's Bishop Heber School
BISHOP Heber High School in Malpas is celebrating another great set of GCSE results in 2025.
Months of roadworks on A-road near Whitchurch as water pipes upgraded
Hafren Dyfrdwy is set to carry out a major upgrade to 1km of its water pipes near Whitchurch.
Poundland brings back £1 rule to all UK stores after 'listening to customers'
Poundland has brought back a £1 rule in UK stores amid a huge shake-up and 68 store closures.
Good Morning Britain cameras roll in Whitchurch as pupils celebrate GCSE results
Pupils across the area have received their results today - with Good Morning Britain's cameras visiting Whitchurch.
Firefighters called out at midnight as undergrowth catches light
Shropshire Fire and Rescue confirmed a crew was sent to Oak Avenue just after midnight
GCSE Results Day 2025: Students across Shropshire celebrate their achievements
Students across Shropshire are collecting their long-awaited GCSE results today. The big day is a celebration of student achievement, with schools and colleges throughout the county reporting their results.
High-tech fire detection cameras avert incident at Oswestry recycling plant
A potential serious fire was narrowly avoided at Papersort UK in Oswestry this morning, thanks to the company's recent investment in cutting-edge fire detection technology.
Campaign launched encouraging people to report non-contact sexual offences
West Mercia Police has launched a campaign to help encourage victims to report non-contact sexual offences.
Bike4Life 2025 raises over £118K For Midlands Air Ambulance Charity
This year’s Bike4Life Ride Out and Festival, organised by Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, has raised over £118,000 for the charity’s lifesaving emergency service.
Wellington swimming pool to reopen after major refurbishment
The swimming pool at Wellington Civic and Leisure Centre is set to officially reopen to the public on Tuesday, 26th August, following a significant investment by Telford & Wrekin Council.
Love Is Blind UK participant cut from Netflix series despite getting engaged
Ross Millington has revealed he was cut from Love Is Blind UK (season 2) on Netflix despite getting engaged in the pods.
Poundland confirms date online sales will stop and loyalty app will close down
Budget retailer Poundland has confirmed the dates it will stop selling online and when it will close its loyalty app in a blow to customers.