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Those posting misinformation on coronavirus criticised by Telford councillor

Those posting misinformation on coronavirus criticised by Telford councillor

Social media 'experts' who spread misinformation about coronavirus have been criticised by a Telford councillor.

Newport | Last updated: Apr 2, 2020

End of alliance will help West Mercia Police better serve its residents - PCC

End of alliance will help West Mercia Police better serve its residents - PCC

Crime | Last updated: Apr 2, 2020

Dogs Trust Shrewsbury staff thank supporters for offers of donations, fostering and cake

Dogs Trust Shrewsbury staff thank supporters for offers of donations, fostering and cake

Shrewsbury | Last updated: Apr 1, 2020

West Mercia Police to pay £10.5 million as agreement is reached over Warwickshire break-up

West Mercia Police to pay £10.5 million as agreement is reached over Warwickshire break-up

Crime | Last updated: Mar 31, 2020

'Essential travel' reminder for people driving for exercise in Telford

'Essential travel' reminder for people driving for exercise in Telford

Telford | Last updated: Mar 31, 2020

'It has been very difficult': Telford funeral directors on coping with coronavirus

'It has been very difficult': Telford funeral directors on coping with coronavirus

Telford | Last updated: Mar 30, 2020

Drones from Shropshire could lead the way in fight against coronavirus

Drones from Shropshire could lead the way in fight against coronavirus

Newport | Last updated: Mar 28, 2020

Man arrested by Telford county lines team on suspicion of possession with intent to supply class A drugs

Man arrested by Telford county lines team on suspicion of possession with intent to supply class A drugs

Telford | Last updated: Mar 27, 2020

'We will take action': Telford council officers visit businesses reported for operating in lockdown

'We will take action': Telford council officers visit businesses reported for operating in lockdown

Telford | Last updated: Mar 30, 2020

Urgent appeal for food as Telford's Jungleland becomes Telford Crisis Support donation point - with video

Urgent appeal for food as Telford's Jungleland becomes Telford Crisis Support donation point - with video

Telford | Last updated: Mar 27, 2020

Wrekin car park closed after 'astounding scenes' of 50 cars spotted there

Wrekin car park closed after 'astounding scenes' of 50 cars spotted there

Telford | Last updated: Mar 27, 2020

'We will fine and arrest': West Mercia Police boss issues warning to those flouting lockdown rules

'We will fine and arrest': West Mercia Police boss issues warning to those flouting lockdown rules

Crime | Last updated: Mar 26, 2020

Anglers risk punishment after fishing pools at Telford town park are closed

Anglers risk punishment after fishing pools at Telford town park are closed

Telford | Last updated: Mar 25, 2020

West Mercia Police warning as nearly £1 million taken in coronavirus scams

West Mercia Police warning as nearly £1 million taken in coronavirus scams

Crime | Last updated: Mar 27, 2020

Shropshire-based British Gymnastics welcomes Olympics postponement

Shropshire-based British Gymnastics welcomes Olympics postponement

Telford | Last updated: Mar 25, 2020

Coronavirus: Thousands apply for council tax holiday in Telford

Coronavirus: Thousands apply for council tax holiday in Telford

Telford | Last updated: Mar 25, 2020

Drones from Shropshire could lead the way in fight against coronavirus

Drones from Shropshire could lead the way in fight against coronavirus

Newport | Last updated: Mar 26, 2020

'Stay safe and look after one another': Telford council leader urges residents to follow Government guidance

'Stay safe and look after one another': Telford council leader urges residents to follow Government guidance

Telford | Last updated: Mar 25, 2020

Easter Motor Show at Weston Park is cancelled

Easter Motor Show at Weston Park is cancelled

Shifnal | Last updated: Mar 25, 2020

'Sad and worrying time': Newport mayor's warning about 'vital' coronavirus rules

'Sad and worrying time': Newport mayor's warning about 'vital' coronavirus rules

Newport | Last updated: Mar 25, 2020

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