Community and living press releases

Soldier to be made Freeman of the Borough

Published on Tuesday 22nd May 2012

A soldier who was severely injured in a bomb blast while in action in Afghanistan is to be made a freeman of the borough of Telford and Wrekin.

Celebrating history with every family event

Published on Tuesday 15th May 2012

With the opening of the newly refurbished Wellington Civic & Leisure Centre it is important that history is acknowledged and preserved.

Telford and Wrekin makes way for Olympic Torch

Published on Monday 14th May 2012

Roads in Ironbridge, Newport and Telford Town Centre are set to close on Wednesday 30 May as the London 2012 Olympic Torch makes its historic tour of the borough.

Charity football game to further strengthen community relations

Published on Tuesday 1st May 2012

West Mercia Police will take on the Wellington Muslim Football Club in a Community Games Charity Match on Friday MAY 4) as part of an ongoing programme of positive engagement to strengthen relations.

Visitor Centre to open

Published on Friday 27th April 2012

The new £950,000 Visitor Centre in Telford Town Park opens over the weekend as the regeneration of the town centre and its environs continues to gather pace.

Crime panel to assist new Police and Crime commissioner

Published on Friday 20th April 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council’s Cabinet will be discussing the arrangements for representatives to sit on the West Mercia Police and Crime Panel.

New council measures aimed at winning business

Published on Friday 20th April 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council is poised to take some major steps towards becoming a "business winning council" to combat the difficult economic climate and make it easier for investment to be achieved.

Volunteer to play an active part in making history

Published on Tuesday 17th April 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council is calling all keen volunteers who would like to join the Community History Centre team at Wellington Library - helping visitors research their local and family history.

Residents encouraged to remember the 1950s

Published on Thursday 12th April 2012

Residents are being invited to share their recollections of life during the 1950s to help create a rich tapestry of memories to display in the the newly opened Wellington Civic & Leisure Centre.

First meeting for Friends of Dawley Town Hall

Published on Wednesday 11th April 2012

Over 40 Friends of Dawley Town Hall are set to come together to discuss arrangements for the revamp of the building next Monday.

Council bids for High Street pilot

Published on Tuesday 10th April 2012

An ambitious bid to help people fall back in love with their local High Street is at the centre of a Telford & Wrekin Council-led bid to become one of the government's "Portas Pilots".

Big names for Southwater investment

Published on Thursday 29th March 2012

High quality restaurant tenants have been confirmed for Telford’s £250m Southwater development – as the ambitious plan to kick start a vibrant night time economy in the town centre gathers pace.

Up to £1.3m cash boost to help local families

Published on Thursday 29th March 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council is set to receive up to £1.3m funding to help it turn around the lives of 304 families over the next three years as part of a performance-related government funding scheme.

Friends of Dawley Town Hall event

Published on Wednesday 21st March 2012

Plans are under way to rejuvenate Dawley Town Hall and the hunt is now on to find people who are interested in showing support for the project at an official launch event.

Your Money, Your Projects funds landscaping projects

Published on Wednesday 29th February 2012

More than £6,000 is to be spent on a range of landscaping projects in a number of different wards as part of Telford & Wrekin Council’s Your Money, Your Projects community fund.

Your Money, Your Projects – Youth groups benefit from funds

Published on Thursday 9th February 2012

Young people across the borough are benefitting from the Your Money, Your Projects community fund as their youth groups have successfully secured funding.

Your Money, Your Projects – Helping with the winter cold and more

Published on Thursday 2nd February 2012

Nearly £4,000 is being spent on nine different projects that will help to improve the environment across the borough of Telford and Wrekin through the council’s Your Money, Your Projects community fund.

Your Views Matter – Library consultation begins

Published on Monday 30th January 2012

Residents of Telford and Wrekin are being asked to help plan the future of their local public libraries in a consultation that begins on Monday (30 JAN).

Partners support helps to maintain library service

Published on Thursday 26th January 2012

At least one parish council is to help maintain library opening hours at one of five Telford & Wrekin Council neighbourhood libraries, where hours are set to be reduced to help the Council save money.

Council to approach broadband providers and partners to help push rural broadband

Published on Thursday 26th January 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council is to contact broadband providers to urge them to help to improve coverage and provide superfast broadband to rural parts of the borough.

Just over a week left to give your views

Published on Friday 20th January 2012

People in Telford and Wrekin have just ten days left to give their views on Telford & Wrekin Council’s budget proposals for £20 million of savings next year.

Time to prepare for the Diamond Jubilee

Published on Friday 20th January 2012

Residents in Telford and Wrekin who wish to mark the forthcoming Diamond Jubilee in June can apply for a road closure in order to hold a street party.

Two events to mark Holocaust Memorial Day

Published on Wednesday 4th January 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council is holding two events later this month to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2012.

Your Money, Your Projects to spread Festive cheer

Published on Friday 30th December 2011

More than £2,000 is being spent on eight different festive projects across the borough of Telford and Wrekin as the council’s Your Money, Your Projects community fund helps make a difference to Christmas celebrations.

Attendance shows community support for Forum

Published on Wednesday 21st December 2011

Around 50 residents, representatives from local groups and other interested people attended the launch of the Community Forum on Thursday (15 DEC).

Memorial honours dedication of Marine

Published on Monday 12th December 2011

A memorial took place this morning (12 DEC) to recognise and honour a local Marine who lost his life while serving in Afghanistan.

Taxi campaign aimed at reducing night time disputes

Published on Monday 12th December 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council and West Mercia Police have joined forces to help out the borough’s private hire drivers by backing a campaign to get night time passengers to pay their fares up front.

Community Forum launches on Thursday

Published on Friday 9th December 2011

The Co-operative Community Forum launches on Thursday to give people of Telford and Wrekin a voice to help shape the future of the borough.

First Point in Hadley to close

Published on Tuesday 6th December 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has confirmed its decision to close its First Point service in Hadley from Friday 23 December.

You suggest, we act

Published on Friday 2nd December 2011

Earlier this year, Telford & Wrekin Council invited residents to suggest ideas for new ways to deliver services and improve efficiency.

Hotshots Awards Ceremony for Children In Care

Published on Thursday 24th November 2011

The achievements of children and young people in care in Telford and Wrekin have been celebrated at a special awards ceremony.

Fun cultural events funded by Your Money, Your Projects

Published on Thursday 24th November 2011

A multi faith event at a primary school and an annual cultural fun day are two of the latest schemes funded by Telford & Wrekin Council's new community fund, Your Money Your Projects.

Community Forum set for launch

Published on Tuesday 22nd November 2011

A Co-operative Community Forum is set to launch in December to give the people of Telford and Wrekin a voice to help shape the future of the borough.

Noticeboard goes online

Published on Thursday 17th November 2011

A community noticeboard installed in Brookside has expanded into the social networking world with a page on Facebook.

First three Your Money, Your Projects schemes revealed

Published on Tuesday 15th November 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council can today (TUE) reveal details of the first three schemes to benefit from the authority’s new community fund, Your Money Your Projects.

Southwater consultation extended

Published on Tuesday 8th November 2011

A major consultation to gain the public’s views on the latest developments relating to the regeneration of Telford Town Centre has been extended and moved.

Big Bang for Brookside

Published on Monday 7th November 2011

An event in Brookside is about to go off with a big bang this Thursday. Activities will start at 2pm finishing at 8pm after a spectacular fireworks display on the Windmill Primary School field.

Armistice and Remembrance Days approach

Published on Monday 7th November 2011

Poppies have been appearing in the buttonholes of many peoples clothing over the past few weeks.

Major consultation on planned Southwater developments

Published on Monday 31st October 2011

A major public consultation will be held in Telford town centre to reveal details of key developments that are planned as part of the ongoing £250m regeneration of the Southwater area.

Safer Telford & Wrekin Partnership launch ‘Celebrate Safely’ campaign

Published on Friday 28th October 2011

The Safer Telford and Wrekin Partnership is promoting its Celebrate Safely Campaign during the fortnight that includes Halloween and Bonfire Night.

HOMEfix here to help

Published on Wednesday 19th October 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council's handyperson service - HOMEfix - is a huge success story, helping over 600 people already this year by carrying out hundreds of jobs around the home.

Council Cabinet backing Dawley Day at Bucks Head

Published on Tuesday 18th October 2011

Five members of Telford & Wrekin Council's cabinet will be supporting Saturday's Dawley Day at the Bucks Head Stadium when AFC Telford United take on Gateshead in the Blue Square Bet Premier.

Community thanks Council and Police for role in Wellington demonstrations

Published on Friday 16th September 2011

The newly formed Telford Muslim Association has thanked Telford & Wrekin Council for their approach in managing two major public demonstrations that took place in Wellington last month.

Recognition for exceptional work

Published on Thursday 15th September 2011

A Telford & Wrekin Council officer is being recognised tonight (15 Sept) for his considerable work within the Anti Social Behaviour Unit following his receipt of an award from West Mercia Police.

Foster care – a profession to be proud of

Published on Wednesday 14th September 2011

People from across the borough joined the Telford & Wrekin Council Fostering team at their recruitment and information event last week.

New notice board unveiled in Brookside

Published on Wednesday 14th September 2011

The community of Brookside is bang up to speed with what's going on in their local area – after a new community notice board was installed on the estate.

Your Money, Your Projects – your ideas needed

Published on Wednesday 14th September 2011

'Your Money, Your Projects' is a new initiative for 2011, brought to you by Telford & Wrekin Council.

Arleston gardening competition spills over into the community area

Published on Friday 9th September 2011

A presentation will be taking place in October to award prizes for the fifth Arleston gardening competition.

Shop in Wellington prize winners revealed

Published on Thursday 8th September 2011

A nine year old girl and a 72 year old lady were among the winners of prizes provided by Telford & Wrekin Council as part of the recent Shop In Wellington Day.

Council to unveil revised Newport scheme at public exhibition

Published on Thursday 8th September 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council will unveil a revised scheme for the southern edge of Newport at a public exhibition next week – following representations by local people and businesses.

Find out what’s on to beat the holiday boredom?

Published on Monday 22nd August 2011

With the school holidays well under way and with only a few weeks remaining until the back to school routine, everyone is no doubt looking for things to do to fill their time.

Council backs "Shop in Wellington" campaign

Published on Wednesday 17th August 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council is asking people to help boost trade in Wellington town centre this weekend to support local shopkeepers, licensees and stallholders at the town market.

Farmers' markets set for roaring trade

Published on Wednesday 17th August 2011

Two farmers’ markets are being held in Telford and Wrekin – with one in Ironbridge and the other in Newport.

Council welcomes Home Secretary decision to ban march

Published on Friday 12th August 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has welcomed the decision by the Home Secretary to ban tomorrow’s (SAT) planned marches in the borough.

Council to write to Home Secretary to ban EDL march

Published on Thursday 11th August 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council is writing to the Home Secretary to ask her to provide her consent for the Council to ban the planned English Defence League (EDL) march in Wellington on Saturday.

Dawley supports market move back to High Street

Published on Wednesday 10th August 2011

Residents, market traders and business people in Dawley have come out overwhelmingly in favour of the town’s market moving back into the High Street – saying this will be a major boost for the economy

Council calls for protest march to be cancelled

Published on Wednesday 10th August 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has called for the planned English Defence League march in Wellington on Saturday to be cancelled.

Tackle Your Health teams up with FA Just Play

Published on Monday 8th August 2011

The Tackle Your Health fitness programme has teamed up with ‘FA Just Play’ to promote football sessions to men aged 30 – 74 years.

Council statement on march

Published on Friday 5th August 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council is disappointed that the EDL march will be going ahead in Telford on August 13.

Ideas flood into the Suggestion Box

Published on Wednesday 3rd August 2011

More than 150 money saving and efficiency ideas have landed into Telford & Wrekin Council's Suggestion Box in the first two weeks since its launch.

Residents asked to help shape Telford and Wrekin's future

Published on Tuesday 2nd August 2011

Residents are being asked to help "shape the future" as Telford & Wrekin Council develops a new long term plan for the borough.

Police and Council statement on EDL protest

Published on Friday 29th July 2011

West Mercia Police and Telford & Wrekin Council continue to prepare for an EDL protest that is set to be held in Wellington on Saturday 13 August.

Council announces completion of £7m Sutton Hill regeneration

Published on Tuesday 26th July 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council is pleased to announce the completion of the £7m regeneration of Sutton Hill’s local centre, which has been carried out by local contractor McPhillips (Wellington) Ltd.

New community bus service to be launched in Dawley

Published on Friday 22nd July 2011

A new community bus service run by Telford & Wrekin Council which links Dawley Bank with the centre of Dawley is due to start on Monday.

Your Money, Your Projects

Published on Friday 22nd July 2011

‘Your Money, Your Projects’ is a new initiative for 2011, brought to you by Telford & Wrekin Council and from today you can register your ideas and suggestions for the scheme.

Council warns homeowners of rogue workers

Published on Wednesday 20th July 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has warned homeowners that rogue workers are trying to take advantage of current work being done by contractors to repair footways across the borough.

Council lays down new name challenge for Wellington residents

Published on Wednesday 13th July 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has laid down a new challenge for the residents of Wellington – ahead of the completion of the town’s £8.5m regeneration.

Farmers’ markets set for roaring trade

Published on Wednesday 13th July 2011

Two farmers’ markets are being held in Telford and Wrekin – with one in Ironbridge and the other in Newport.

Council successful in Neighbourhood Planning Front Runners Scheme

Published on Tuesday 21st June 2011

The Department for Communities and Local Government has confirmed that three grants of £20,000 have been awarded to Telford & Wrekin Council to take forward three Neighbourhood Planning projects.

Co-operative Council boost to Community Fund scheme

Published on Monday 13th June 2011

Grassroots schemes in Telford & Wrekin are set to receive £54,000 boost under Telford & Wrekin Council's re-launched Community Fund which will support dozens of small projects across the borough.

Council celebrates "fantastic contribution" of volunteers

Published on Friday 3rd June 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council is celebrating the fantastic contribution of volunteer workers in the borough as part of National Volunteers Week, which starts today.

Would-be foster carers urged to attend recruitment event

Published on Friday 13th May 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council's fostering service is holding a special recruitment event on May 20 to support the national Foster Care Fortnight campaign.

Wedding fayre in Oakengates

Published on Thursday 21st April 2011

A brand new wedding fayre is taking place this Easter weekend, where local businesses will be showing off their goods and services to future brides and grooms.

It's wedding fever at Oakengates Theatre @ The Place too

Published on Thursday 21st April 2011

With Royal Wedding fever sweeping the nation, Oakengates Theatre @The Place are pleased to announce details of the forthcoming wedding between the dashing hero Robin Hood and Maid Marion.

Aerobics classes to stay in Wellington during regeneration works

Published on Thursday 21st April 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has put together a satellite programme of aerobics classes in Wellington while the town?s Civic & Leisure Centre is closed for redevelopment.

Time running out to respond to census

Published on Thursday 21st April 2011

Time is running out for people living in Telford and Wrekin to comply with the legal requirement of filling in their census form.

Mobile library promotes health

Published on Wednesday 20th April 2011

The new mobile library will tour the borough over Easter promoting healthy living advice as part of an event called Unlock Your Future.

Broadband boost to Dawley, Newport and Stirchley (Part of BT's £2.5 billion super-fast broadband programme)

Published on Wednesday 13th April 2011

BT today announced that nearly 44,000 more homes and businesses in five more Shropshire communities will have access to super-fast fibre broadband by the end of next year (at the latest).

Make an educated decision about where you eat in the borough

Published on Friday 8th April 2011

More than 25 more food businesses in Telford and Wrekin have been added or re-scored on Telford & Wrekin Council's Scores on the Doors website.

Still time to complete census form

Published on Thursday 31st March 2011

There is still time for people in Telford and Wrekin to help boost local services by completing and posting their form following last Sunday?s census day.

Switchover Help Scheme roadshow to visit Telford

Published on Wednesday 30th March 2011

Older and disabled residents in Telford and Wrekin can get first hand advice about the practical help they can receive to switch to digital TV on April 6 and 7.

Call to Hollinswood residents following spate of fires

Published on Wednesday 23rd March 2011

The Safer Telford and Wrekin Partnership is urging residents in Hollinswood to ensure their wheelie bins are kept safe and secure and to put their rubbish out on the morning of their collection.

Memorial work progresses ahead of RBL Conference

Published on Wednesday 23rd March 2011

Work to further enhance the Telford and Wrekin Remembrance Memorial in the Town Park is progressing ahead of the Annual Conference of The Royal British Legion.

Special event for Malinslee residents

Published on Tuesday 22nd March 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council is joining with key partners to put on a special event for families and local residents in Malinslee on May 28.

Six days left until census day

Published on Monday 21st March 2011

There is just six days left until census day 2011 and residents across Telford and Wrekin are being urged to fill in their forms and help boost local services.

Drop in sessions to help residents complete Census forms

Published on Monday 14th March 2011

A number of drop in sessions to give local people help and advice on how to complete the Census form are being held across Telford and Wrekin in the next few weeks.

Royal Wedding street parties deadline - a week to go

Published on Friday 11th March 2011

Residents in Telford and Wrekin who wish to mark the forthcoming Royal Wedding with a street party have seven days left to apply for a road closure.

Volunteers to join Street Pastors scheme

Published on Thursday 10th March 2011

Volunteers are encouraged to join in a new community safety scheme called Street Pastors to help out late night revellers across the borough.

Changes to concessionary fare scheme

Published on Thursday 10th March 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has announced changes to its arrangements for concessionary travel, which will come into effect on April 1.

New scheme launched to help homeowners cut energy bills

Published on Wednesday 9th March 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has launched a new scheme to help homeowners keep warm and reduce energy bills.

Every person counts! Residents urged to respond to Census

Published on Friday 4th March 2011

The 2011 Census is coming! Residents in Telford and Wrekin will shortly be receiving their forms and are being urged to complete and return them.

Leisure facilities to close as Wellington regeneration makes progress

Published on Wednesday 2nd March 2011

Major works to completely rejuvenate Wellington town centre with the development of a new Civic Quarter mean some facilities at the existing Civic & Leisure Centre will temporarily close on March 14.

Show off your label for Fairtrade Fortnight

Published on Friday 25th February 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council is encouraging residents to 'Show off your label' to celebrate Fairtrade Fortnight which runs from 28 February to 13 March.

Amethyst Valentines Charity Ball

Published on Tuesday 15th February 2011

The "Amethyst Valentines" Charity Ball takes place on Friday 18 February 2011 and will be hosted by the Mayor for Telford and Wrekin, Councillor Ian Fletcher.

Dawley Market set to return to High St

Published on Thursday 10th February 2011

Dawley's market is to return to the town's High Street, following the completion of the major regeneration of the area by Telford & Wrekin Council.

Holocaust Memorial Day - untold stories

Published on Thursday 20th January 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council will once again commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day, and have organised an event with Telford and Wrekin Interfaith Group and Telford Race Equality and Diversity Partnership.

Roundabout memorial for Wellington medicine man

Published on Monday 10th January 2011

A new living memorial has been created in honour of a Wellington man who discovered the use of digitalis in heart medicine.

£££s For Projects - what won in your ward?

Published on Thursday 23rd December 2010

A ground-breaking Council initiative to fund local projects in Telford and Wrekin is now ready to roll.

Primary school helps homeless

Published on Monday 13th December 2010

A Telford primary school is to help a homeless project in Wellington this Christmas.

Memories of Arleston at the Watling Centre

Published on Monday 13th December 2010

Residents are encouraged to visit the Watling Centre in Telford to see Memories of Arleston, a special artwork created by residents and local artist Andrew McIntyre.

Scores on the Doors December 2010 Update

Published on Tuesday 7th December 2010

Over 30 more premises have been added to Telford & Wrekin Council's popular Scores on the Doors site.

Celebrate Safely this Christmas

Published on Tuesday 7th December 2010

A new campaign has been launched to encourage borough residents to stay safe while celebrating Christmas this year.

Make your own and light up the Lantern Parade

Published on Friday 3rd December 2010

Residents are encouraged to join in festive workshops to make their own lantern for the Lantern Parade on 20 December.

Local company awarded major Southwater works contract

Published on Tuesday 30th November 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council has announced that a local company has been awarded a major contract to carry out the first significant phase of works to regenerate the Southwater area of the town centre.

Refurbished pool re-opens to the public

Published on Monday 29th November 2010

The newly refurbished Newport Swimming Pool re-opened for public use today (MON 29 NOV).

Have your say on next year's budget!

Published on Friday 26th November 2010

Residents are being given the chance to give their views as part of the Council's commitment to engage with local residents about where they would like to see money invested and savings made.

Kerbside success means removal of recycling banks

Published on Monday 22nd November 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council is to start removing recycling banks at the beginning of the New Year thanks to the success of its kerbside collection scheme.

Kids say slow down!

Published on Friday 19th November 2010

A campaign to ensure drivers are more considerate of pedestrians and pedestrians more aware of potential hazards when crossing roads is launched in Telford and Wrekin next week.

Residents asked for views on the future of transport

Published on Friday 19th November 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council residents are being asked for their views on the future of transport in the borough as part of a major consultation.

Council increases opportunities for local businesses

Published on Monday 15th November 2010

Local businesses across Telford and Wrekin could win more contracts thanks to new links between Telford & Wrekin Council and the Shropshire Chamber of Commerce.

Attendance week recognises improving school figures

Published on Monday 15th November 2010

Schools across Telford and Wrekin have had their success at improving attendance figures recognised as part of a borough-wide campaign.

Children In Care Awards Ceremony

Published on Monday 15th November 2010

The achievements of children and young people in care have been celebrated at a special awards ceremony held in Telford and Wrekin.

Local trader sells dangerous car

Published on Wednesday 10th November 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council's Trading Standards have secured a conviction against a Telford trader who sold an unroadworthy vehicle to a local couple with a young baby.

Work starts on the heart of Southwater development

Published on Wednesday 10th November 2010

Work on the flagship £250m development to kick start the regeneration of Telford Town Centre will start in earnest in the heart of Southwater next week.

Additional work to enhance Remembrance Memorial

Published on Tuesday 9th November 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council has begun additional work to further enhance the borough Remembrance Memorial, located in the Telford Town Park.

"Outstanding" children's centre celebrates glowing report

Published on Tuesday 9th November 2010

A Telford children?s centre serving an estate in the south of the borough has received a glowing report from government inspectors ? who rated it as "outstanding".

Woman admits benefit fraud

Published on Tuesday 9th November 2010

A 64 year old woman has pleaded guilty to three offences of dishonestly making false representation in order to claim additional housing and council tax benefit.

Hadley Learning Community gets praise from government inspectors

Published on Monday 8th November 2010

Telford's Hadley Learning Community has received praise from government inspectors who hailed it as a "good school moving forward ever more confidently."

Sustained improvement for Telford primary school

Published on Friday 5th November 2010

A Telford primary school is celebrating success following a positive OFSTED report which praised the school for having a "wonderfully warm ethos" and "exceptional school environment".

Digital aerials don't exist!

Published on Friday 5th November 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council is warning residents to be on the alert for conmen trying to sell them digital TV aerials in the run up to the switchover from the current analogue signal next April.

Telford man jailed for non-payment of council tax

Published on Friday 5th November 2010

A Telford man has been jailed for 28 days for the non-payment of nearly £4,000 in council tax, relating to three separate properties.

Activities for all at your local library

Published on Friday 5th November 2010

A creative writing workshop with an award winning author, Bookbusting for adults, and Chat n Choose sessions are just some of the activities taking place at Telford and Wrekin libraries this winter.

Russian ice stars bring Peter Pan to Telford ice rink

Published on Friday 5th November 2010

Russian ice stars are to star in 'Peter Pan on Ice' at Telford Ice Rink on the 12 and 13 November, as they perform a spectacular adaptation of J.M. Barrie's famous story of the boy who never grew up

Budding artists to showcase their work at Telford & Wrekin's Open Art Exhibition 2011

Published on Thursday 4th November 2010

Visual Artists aged 18 years and over and living anywhere in the country are invited to enter Telford & Wrekin's Open Art Exhibition 2011.

Success for Telford's Big Draw

Published on Thursday 4th November 2010

Organisers of Telford''s ''Big Draw'' are celebrating the success of this year''s ''Get Creative'' event after a record number of people visited Madeley Library on 28 October.

Council's Citizen Survey to hear the views of local people

Published on Thursday 4th November 2010

A random sample of 9,900 households across Telford and Wrekin has been selected to take part in a Citizen Survey to find out people's views of council services and how they can improve.

Council's strong financial management keeps budget on track

Published on Tuesday 2nd November 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council's expenditure is still projected to be within budget for 2010/11 - which the council says continues to demonstrate its track record of strong financial management.

Council consults on World Heritage Site

Published on Tuesday 2nd November 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council is consulting the public on exactly what makes the Ironbridge Gorge internationally important.

Work on Victoria Park nears completion

Published on Tuesday 2nd November 2010

Work on Victoria Park is nearing completion despite Telford & Wrekin Council discovering issues with the quality of work by original contractors on the park's regeneration scheme.

Madeley on the Map thanks to BTI boost

Published on Tuesday 2nd November 2010

One of Telford?s borough towns has been able to make huge improvements and put itself on the map with the support of a Telford & Wrekin Council grant scheme.

Celebrate safely this autumn

Published on Monday 1st November 2010

This time of year is lots of fun with major events like Bonfire Night, Halloween and Diwali - and there are lots of other activities available in Telford and Wrekin.

New park for skaters in south Telford

Published on Monday 1st November 2010

Sporty skaters are jumping for joy on a Telford estate after a group of partners came together to provide funding for a brand new skate park.

Have fun but have respect

Published on Monday 25th October 2010

The Telford & Wrekin Safer Communities Partnership has launched its 'Celebrate Safely' campaign to encourage people to have fun this autumn but to be mindful of their own and others safety.

Keep fit with the help of a buddy

Published on Monday 25th October 2010

Adults with disabilities are being encouraged to keep active with the support of a buddy as part of Telford & Wrekin Council's 'Inclusive Leisure Scheme'.

Becci heads for House of Commons debate

Published on Thursday 21st October 2010

Telford and Wrekin UK Youth Parliament member Becci Goodall will be joining more than 300 young people from across the country to debate in the House of Commons chamber on Friday 29th October.

More Scores on the Doors

Published on Tuesday 5th October 2010

More premises have been added to the Telford & Wrekin Scores on the Doors website, meaning you can be even more informed about where to eat in the borough.

Don't Put Up With It, Report It

Published on Tuesday 14th September 2010

A special hotline has been launched today by the Safer Communities Partnership to help tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) in your area.

Parish review proposals approved

Published on Tuesday 14th September 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council has approved final proposals for the future electoral arrangements of Hadley and Leegomery Parish Council.

Do you know someone receiving care and support?

Published on Wednesday 8th September 2010

Social services are changing and we want your views in shaping the future. Come and find out more at Telford & Wrekin Council's forum on 9 September 2010, 10am to 1pm, at Meeting Point House.

Community fun day in Dawley

Published on Monday 6th September 2010

People of all ages are invited to come along to a community fun day which takes place in Dawley at the Christian Centre this Friday (10 September) from 12.30 to 5.30pm.

New safety scheme at Hadley Learning Community

Published on Wednesday 1st September 2010

A new safety scheme to prevent off road bikes, quads and mini motos using the grounds at Hadley Learning Community has been completed with the installation of permanent barriers.

Scores on the Doors Helps Drive Up Standards

Published on Wednesday 1st September 2010

More premises have been added to the Telford & Wrekin Scores on the Doors website, meaning you can be even more informed about where to eat in the borough.

Charity benefits from re-branded counterfeit clothing

Published on Tuesday 24th August 2010

A charity has distributed £15,000 of re-branded counterfeit clothing and food to the Salvation Army in return for 6,000 items of fake designer clothing and DVDs.

Football club lease set to be signed

Published on Monday 16th August 2010

A new 150 year lease which will secure the long term future of AFC Telford United will be signed on the Buck's Head Pitch before the club's first home league game of the season on Saturday.

£££`s For Projects voting really taking off - Celebrate Telford

Published on Tuesday 27th July 2010

Voting is taking off for Telford & Wrekin Council's ground-breaking £££ for Projects scheme.

Celebration Event For Dawley As Town Centre Regeneration Nears End

Published on Monday 26th July 2010

A major celebration event is being planned to mark the end of the first phase of Telford & Wrekin Council's regeneration of Dawley.

'Your Community Matters' event in Wellington

Published on Thursday 8th July 2010

Key organisations responsible for services in Telford and Wrekin are gearing up for the next Your Community Matters event in the borough, which takes place in Wellington on Sunday.

Hanging around the borough

Published on Thursday 8th July 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council is supporting the Wrekin Embroiderers' Guild by hanging a three metre wide embroidery that celebrates the borough at First Point Telford

New iphone application for Scores on the Doors

Published on Wednesday 7th July 2010

A new iphone application is making it even easier to find the Scores on the Doors in Telford and Wrekin.

Voting opens in £££ For Projects

Published on Friday 2nd July 2010

Voting starts on Monday for Telford & Wrekin Council?s ground-breaking £££ for Projects scheme.

Let's Celebrate

Published on Friday 2nd July 2010

We really did 'celebrate' what adults with learning disabilities in Telford and Wrekin are doing at our recent event at Park Inn.

New Council Website

Published on Friday 2nd July 2010

Local people will be able to find the information they want much more easily, as Telford & Wrekin Council launches its new website next week.

Local business joins Council community project

Published on Thursday 17th June 2010

Volunteers from Capgemini have been rolling their sleeves up and getting their hands dirty to revitalize Urban Gardens in Wellington.

Let's Celebrate People with Learning Disabilities

Published on Wednesday 16th June 2010

'Let's Celebrate' what adults with learning disabilities in Telford and Wrekin are doing is the theme behind a special event on Wednesday 23 June at Park Inn, Telford Town Centre.

Ican2 Fun Day Getting Closer

Published on Wednesday 16th June 2010

Come and meet Paralympian gold medallist Debbie Brennan and take part in a whole range of fun activities at Telford & Wrekin's 'Ican2 Fun Day' this Saturday 19 June at Telford International Centre.

Council looks to launch new ££££ for Projects scheme

Published on Tuesday 15th June 2010

A ground-breaking council plan to fund local projects in Telford and Wrekin would see £4,500 spent in every ward in the borough during the coming year.

Pilot broadband scheme to save cash and improve access

Published on Tuesday 15th June 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council is to explore a private sector partnership aimed at enabling remote parts of the borough to access broadband while delivering major savings for the authority.

"First class" youth cafes great example for other communities

Published on Friday 11th June 2010

Two youth cafés which Telford & Wrekin Council helped to set up and support now have a combined membership of more than 100.

Dawley Social Club's future is bright

Published on Wednesday 19th May 2010

Representatives from Telford & Wrekin Council have met with Dawley residents and local groups to celebrate the secured future of Dawley Social Club as a major facility for the community.

Possible solution for Post Office in Leegomery

Published on Wednesday 28th April 2010

Campaigners seeking to reinstate a post office in Leegomery have come up with a possible solution to for the service.

Lords decision on extra costs of personal care at home welcomed

Published on Friday 19th March 2010

A campaign backed by Telford & Wrekin Council to halt plans to increase personal care at home because of the extra cost it would place on councils has received the support of the House of Lords.

Hope House chosen as Youth Offending Service charity

Published on Friday 12th March 2010

The Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin Youth Offending Service has chosen Hope House Children's Hospice as their charity for the current financial year.

Resident scoops top Criminal Justice award

Published on Tuesday 9th March 2010

A Telford and Wrekin resident has won Volunteer of the Year at the West Mercia Criminal Justice Board's annual award ceremony.

Help to share the care!

Published on Wednesday 3rd March 2010

Telford and Wrekin's family placement team are asking people from across the borough to help make a big difference to the life of a disabled child and their family.

Care Council priorities in borough plan

Published on Friday 29th January 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council has committed £5,000 funding to the borough's Care Council to assist in improving positive outcomes for fellow children in care.

Council to secure Dawley club's future and bonanza for local charities

Published on Wednesday 27th January 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council looks to have ensured the long-serving Dawley Memorial Club can continue as a major community facility for the area after securing its future.