Wellington's Christmas lights are in the process of being set up, Wellington News can reveal. Specialist technicians have examined the fittings and cables and light features and have replaced or upgraded these, where it has been found to be required. As can be seen from the photographs, the display lights and features are being put into place ready for the big switch on which will take place on Saturday 29th of November. The events on the day will run from 10.30am until 4.30pm, when the lights will be switched on.

The Butter Market, Shrewsbury, is the venue for a charity gig to raise funds for Hope House Children's Hospice. It will be the fourth annual event of its kind, organised by Dinky Productions. It features Smokin' Aces, Guttersnipe and a Burlesque Show featuring burlesque dancers from Shropshire! The shows takes place on Monday29th December form 7.30pm 'til 1am. Tickets will cost £5 in advance and £7 on the door.

Following the resignation of Councillor Bernard Thompson from Ketley Parish Council, Telford and Wrekin Council have issued a notice of the vacancy. There has been no call for an election so Ketley Parish Council has decided to seek candidates for co-option.

Craft are, for the fourth year, bringing together some of the West Midlands finest craftsmen and women for the Guild's prestigious annual flagship exhibition, 'Gorgeous', over the weekend of November 29th and 30th. The exhibition will be held at Enginuity, Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge and for the first time this year, the makers will be joined by many of the region's top food and drink producers in association with Heart of England Fine Foods (HEFF).