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Man arrested after laser shone at police aircraft in Telford
A man has been arrested in relation to a laser that was shone at the National Police Air Service fixed-winged plane yesterday evening, Tuesday 10 March.
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Pothole reports halve across Telford and Wrekin as Council accelerates repairs
New figures released by Telford & Wrekin Council are showing more defects being fixed each week and fewer outstanding issues across the network.
Police search leads to arrest after Telford ‘road rage’ incident
A man has been arrested following an incident in Ketley Bank yesterday evening, Tuesday 10 March, involving two drivers.
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Council restores 375 long-term empty homes across Telford and Wrekin
Telford and Wrekin Council has now brought 375 long-term empty homes back into use, reaching its target ahead of schedule and helping to increase the supply of good-quality housing across the borough.
Rural off-grid residents need urgent support – MP’s call as heating oil price doubles
A Shropshire MP has called for urgent support for rural homeowners after the price of heating oil doubled as a result of war in the Middle East.
Telford animal welfare organisation seeks trustees
An animal welfare organisation that has been supporting exotic pets and their owners in Telford, Shropshire since 2020, is seeking passionate local volunteers to join its committee of trustees as it works towards becoming a registered charity later this year.
New community orchard planted in Ludlow
Ludlow Town Council, together with volunteers from Incredible Edible Ludlow, has planted a brand‑new community orchard at Weyman Road.
Applications open for the new Telford and Shropshire Tourism Board
Telford and Shropshire is entering a defining new chapter in its evolution as a visitor destination, with applications now opening to join the Telford and Shropshire Tourism Board.
St George’s Park nursing home named in West Midland’s top 20
Residents and staff at St George’s Park Nursing Home in Telford are celebrating after the home was recognised as one of the Top 20 Care Homes in the West Midlands by carehome.co.uk.
Arrests made as police appeal for witnesses to incident in Shrewsbury
Police are appealing for witnesses after an altercation outside a public house in the Mount Pleasant area of Shrewsbury last night, Monday 9 March.
New emergency care facilities open at RSH as part of redevelopment project
Patients needing emergency care at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital will now benefit from improved facilities, as the third phase of the Emergency Department refurbishment opens.
Shropshire Council launches new policy to empower town and parish councils
Shropshire Council has approved a new Town and Parish Council Asset Transfer Policy, setting out a clear and transparent framework to support the transfer of council‑owned land and buildings to town and parish councils across the county.
Severn Valley Railway honoured at Heritage Railway Association awards
The Severn Valley Railway is celebrating after receiving the Chairman’s Special Award at the 2026 Heritage Railway Association awards.
Lilleshall’s dynamic duo honoured for transforming lives through golf
In the traditional world of golf, innovation is often met with a raised eyebrow, but at Lilleshall Hall Golf Club, a husband-and-wife coaching team has turned doubt into a national masterclass in inclusivity.
Independent Safety Review launched for Shrewsbury station gyratory
Shropshire Council has confirmed that it is moving into a critical phase of assessment for the controversial Shrewsbury station gyratory scheme following the receipt of an interim Stage 3 Road Safety Audit.
Jail for man who supplied drugs across Telford
A man has been jailed for 31 months for his role in supplying drugs across Telford as part of a county line.
Skills show celebrates tenth anniversary in Telford as showcase of employment opportunities
A huge showcase of employment, apprenticeship and training opportunities across the region is back in Telford for the tenth year this month.
Ludlow Town Council introduces new parking signage at historic market square
Ludlow Town Council has taken a significant step towards safeguarding the town’s iconic market by installing new parking restriction signage around the square.
Planning surgeries announced for Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site
Telford & Wrekin Council is continuing its commitment to supporting residents in the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site with a new programme of free, pre‑bookable one‑to‑one planning surgeries throughout 2026.
New county-wide mental health text help service launched
Residents across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin now have access to a vital new lifeline as a free, 24-hour mental health text support service.