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Telford College to train next generation of defence workers
Telford College is to train the next generation of defence workers in the UK as part of a £50 million investment programme announced today.
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Man arrested for drug offences following vehicle stop in Telford
A man has been arrested after a vehicle was stopped near the M54 in Telford, and drugs were discovered in the car.
Aspiring Telford scientists win prestigious prize
A group of young aspiring scientists from StemLearn Telford Club have achieved an incredible milestone, winning the prestigious Frontier Ingenuity/Innovation Prize.
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Adults encouraged to dive in as new Swim4Life lessons launch across Telford and Wrekin
Adults across Telford and Wrekin are being encouraged to build confidence in the water as Telford & Wrekin Council Leisure launches a new programme of Adult Swim4Life swimming lessons at leisure centres across the Borough.
MP raises funds for local causes in first marathon attempt
A Shropshire MP will swap the green benches for the pavements around Parliament when she takes part in the London Marathon later this month.
Woman arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after man stabbed in Shrewsbury
A 41-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was stabbed at a property in Shrewsbury at the weekend.
Telford & Wrekin Council continues to tackle homelessness
Telford & Wrekin Council’s Housing Solutions team has continued to support and find accommodation for rough sleepers after operating its Severe Weather Emergency Protocol throughout the winter months.
Police appeal following burglary in Six Ashes
Police are appealing for information after a burglary at an outbuilding in Six Ashes. The break-in follows another nearby property being targeted, and several further attempted burglaries reported by residents.
Shrewsbury Town Council launches Cost of Living Grant Scheme for local charities
Shrewsbury Town Council is inviting local charities and not-for-profit organisations to apply for funding through its new Cost of Living Grant Scheme.
Families are crying out for change, says Shropshire charity
Changes that will keep families involved and fully informed about the treatment and recovery of their loved ones are being demanded by a Shropshire alcohol education charity.
Derwen College charity shop celebrates fifth birthday
Derwen College is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its charity shop, The Vintage Advantage, marking five years of providing meaningful, customer-facing retail experience for young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
Car collides with property in St Georges, Telford
A major emergency response was triggered late on Saturday night after a vehicle veered off the road and collided with a house in St Georges, prompting local authorities to assess the building's structural integrity.
Woman given order banning her from stores in Telford
A prolific shoplifter has been given a 36-month Criminal Behaviour Order which bans her from entering a number of stores in Telford.
Telford & Wrekin Council strengthens regional ties with new Spatial Strategy
Telford & Wrekin Council has officially submitted a new Spatial Development Strategy proposal, aiming to solidify its long-standing economic and social connections with the Black Country and the wider West Midlands.
Police base used to support life-saving work of Blood Bike charity
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion is supporting the work of Blood Bikes volunteers by enabling Shropshire, Staffordshire and Cheshire Blood Bikes to store and access motorcycles at Oswestry Police Station.
Man jailed for murder after hiding body for weeks
A man who hid the body of a man in his home for up to a month in Telford, has today, Friday 10 April, been jailed for 19 years.
Lidl begins building its first-ever pub in UK - 'what will the middle isle be like'
Lidl has begun building its first-ever pub at a site in the UK.
Council to remove 'unauthorised' flags after storm damage cost £13,000
Shropshire Council will start taking down flags from roads after “rising community tensions” and being hit with bills costing £13,000 following Storm Amy.
Beauty chain to return to high street with 25 new stores after closing 150 last year
Bodycare collapsed into administration in September last year, forcing around 150 stores to close
Tesco warns shoppers 'do not eat' as food recalled because it contains plastic
Tesco, along with the Food Standards Agency (FSA), has issued a “do not eat” warning to shoppers