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West Mercia Police changes how it delivers local policing
West Mercia Police is changing the way it organises and delivers local policing from today, transitioning from five local policing areas to two.
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Broken track causes issues for rail passengers between Telford and Wolverhampton
Commuters are facing significant travel disruption today after a broken track was discovered between Telford Central and Wolverhampton. The fault has forced the closure of the line heading towards Wolverhampton, leading to widespread cancellations and delays for thousands of passengers. National Rai...
Man and woman arrested following assault in Crudgington
Two people have been arrested after a man was assaulted with a bladed article in Crudgington on Friday, 16 January.
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Shropshire Council to consider key financial reports amid challenging times
Shropshire Council is set to consider two crucial financial reports in a meeting of the Transformation and Improvement Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
Services focused on domestic abuse receive £1.5m investment from PCC
Life-changing services that tackle domestic abuse and protect victims across West Mercia will receive £1.5 million in new funding from Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion.
Hot breakfasts offered for anyone in need at Telford community cafe
People in Telford who are finding it difficult to access a hot meal are being invited to a community café for a free breakfast as part of a targeted support initiative this winter.
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity to open new shop in Market Drayton
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is to open a new shop in Market Drayton in March, bringing a fresh opportunity for the local community to support the lifesaving service.
Sowing the seeds of success at Hadley Learning Community
Green-fingered pupils from a Telford school have been sowing the seeds of success thanks to a generous funding donation.
Shifnal man in court over multiple sexual offence charges
A 27-year-old man from Shifnal appeared before magistrates on Saturday morning to face a string of serious allegations, including multiple counts of rape and coercive control.
Overnight collisions keep emergency services busy in Shropshire
Emergency services faced a busy start to Sunday, 18 January, as a series of road traffic collisions occurred across the county within a four-hour window.
Move to end scourge of pavement parking welcomed
A Government move granting new powers to councils to clamp down on pavement parking has been welcomed by a Shropshire MP following an escalation in complaints from local residents.
Indoor curling comes to Much Wenlock and Craven Arms
Have you ever fancied trying curling but don’t want to travel to an ice rink – or prefer a warmer, more accessible environment? Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin may have just the thing for you!
Appeal for witnesses after man is assaulted in Crudgington
Police have launched an investigation after a man was assaulted with a blade in Crudgington late yesterday afternoon.
Outline plans submitted for new neighbourhood south of Shrewsbury
Bloor Homes has submitted an outline planning application for a landscape-led new neighbourhood of homes south of Shrewsbury.
Shaun Davies MP welcomes new Road Safety Strategy
Shaun Davies, Member of Parliament for Telford, has given his support to the Government’s new Road Safety Strategy, which aims to cut road deaths and serious injuries by 65% within a decade.
Plans to redevelop Whitchurch Civic Centre set to be paused
Plans to redevelop Whitchurch Civic Centre and create a new, modern, fit-for-purpose and energy-efficient building are set to be paused after Shropshire Council reviewed all of the projects within its draft capital plan.
Whitchurch Civic Centre redevelopment put on hold amid council cash crunch
The redevelopment of Whitchurch Civic Centre in Shropshire is expected to be paused after a review of the council’s draft capital plan
DWP powers to check some pensioners' bank accounts 'rolling out'
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is preparing to perform bank account checks of those who claim Pension Credit under new government powers.
Empty salt bins blamed after people injured by slipping on ice in town
Residents in Ellesmere suffered injuries after icy falls amid claims empty grit bins were not refilled during Storm Goretti, a councillor says.
Police investigate sexual assault in Abbey Gardens, Shrewsbury
Police in Shrewsbury are appealing for witnesses as they investigate a sexual assault in Abbey Gardens on Saturday night, 10 January.