Burglary at Cleobury Mortimer
September 3rd, 2010Police have issued a reminder urging people not to let strangers into their home following a burglary at the home of an elderly Cleobury Mortimer couple.
A handbag containing a “substantial” sum of money and the contents of a wallet were stolen by a man who conned his way into the home in Mortimer Gardens. A second man may also have been involved in the burglary.
The incident happened just after 10pm on Sunday (Aug 29). A man was spotted by the husband outside his bedroom window holding his wife’s jewellery box.
Shropshire Licensees Urged to Join "Challenge 25" Scheme
September 2nd, 2010The police Licensing Officer for Shropshire is urging licensees to adopt a national initiative to help them identify underage drinkers.
Mr Tony Mantle says licensees need to tighten up their checks or else risk being penalised, including possibly having their licence revoked.
His warning to publicans, nightclubs, restaurants, off-licences and other alcohol licence holders follows the shocking results of a test purchasing operation carried out by Shropshire Trading Standards supported by the police.
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Do you know someone receiving care and support?
September 2nd, 2010
Social services are changing and we want your views in shaping the future. Come and find out more at Telford & Wrekin Council's interactive forum on 9 September 2010, 10am to 1pm, at Meeting Point House. Refreshments will be made available throughout the day and lunch will be available from 1pm. Spaces are limited, so book today by calling 01952 388811, or emailing puttingpeoplefirst@telford.gov.uk
Borough Neighbourhood Watch Schemes continue to flourish
September 2nd, 2010With over 650 schemes and almost 15,000 households under its protection, Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) in Telford & Wrekin continues to go from strength-to-strength.
However, Telford's NHW Administrator Mrs Anne Walker is again encouraging residents of Telford & Wrekin to consider forming their own scheme if their area doesn’t already have one.
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September 2nd, 2010
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CONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC FOR PHASE TWO OF THE MILLENNIUM
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Scores on the doors helps boost standards
August 31st, 2010More 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.
The latest scores are all online at www.telford.gov.uk/scoresonthedoors with over half being awarded the top five or four stars.
£££ For Projects Big Society success
August 31st, 2010Telford & Wrekin Council's ground-breaking grass-roots initiative, £££ for Projects, has successfully mobilised residents of the borough to come up with a wide range of imaginative ideas to enhance their local community
More than 2,000 suggestions have been put forward by borough residents.- demonstrating that local people know what is best for their own communities and do want to become more involved in decision-making
Telford's Fourth Annual Santa Fun Run
August 31st, 2010The Friends of Telford Town Park would like to invite you to take part in the fourth annual Santa Fun Run this December.
Run it, jog it, walk it, push a buggy to it! Everyone can take part. It's fun, festive and it's all for charity. Plus you get a free Santa suit!
The event on 12 December at 11am is in association with Telford & Wrekin Council. It will start at The Arena, Telford Town Park and is approximately two miles long.
Funds raised will be split equally between Guide Dogs for the Blind and the Royal National Institute for the Blind (RNIB).
Weatherbird to croon at Park Live after winning radio vote
August 27th, 2010Families are encouraged to come to Park Live, the free festival organised by Telford & Wrekin Council, which takes place this Saturday (4th September) in Telford Town Park from 1pm. The winners of the Beacon Radio's Listeners Choice competition, Weatherbird, will open the music festival at 1.15pm.
Weatherbird won the Beacon Radio Listeners' Choice competition beating off three other local bands. Listeners had the chance to vote online for which of the four bands they liked the best.
Parish Council Pleads Case for Local Policing in Shropshire
August 27th, 2010A Shropshire parish council is urging the government not to make spending cuts which could reduce Local Policing in communities across the county.
Condover Parish Council has been so impressed with its Local Policing team, it has written to West Mercia Chief Constable Paul West praising the service and voicing concern about proposed cuts.
Copies of the letter have also been sent to Shrewsbury & Atcham MP Daniel Kawczynski and West Mercia Police Authority chairman Sheila Blagg.
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