Community
Local Business Donates £7,000 to Children's Charity, Upcoming Events Announced
LoadingDirect Global raises £7,000 for The Sunshine Fund, supporting children with disabilities and terminal illnesses. The charity announces multiple fundraising events including runs, walks, and exclusive tours.
Business
Santander Sends Investment Guidance Emails to Birmingham Customers
Santander has emailed account holders in Birmingham, offering guidance on starting investments with ISAs ahead of Valentine's Day weekend, emphasizing tax benefits and security measures.
Culture
Liverpool Launches Free Music Ensemble for Young Disabled Musicians
DaDa, Liverpool's disability and deaf arts organisation, is launching a free ensemble project for young disabled musicians aged 14-25, running from March to summer 2026. Applications are open now via email.
Politics
Rossendale Council Leader Urges Public Input on Lancashire Government Restructure
Rossendale Borough Council leader Alyson Barnes encourages residents and businesses to participate in a government consultation on replacing Lancashire's two-tier council system with unitary authorities to improve efficiency and services.
Transport
Sport
Health
UK Faces Rare Freezing Rain in Three Regions on Sunday
Inverness, Wales, and Lincolnshire are set to experience a rare and hazardous freezing rain phenomenon this Sunday, with temperatures dropping to -8°C. The Met Office warns it poses particular dangers for aviation.
UK Braces for One-Metre Snowfall, 20 Counties Alerted
WX Charts data predicts blizzard conditions across the UK this Sunday, with up to one metre of snow in Scotland and 20 English counties facing significant snowfall.
Snow Bomb Hits 95% of England, Four Counties Spared
A major snowstorm is forecast to cover 95% of England this Valentine's Day weekend, with only Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, and Gloucestershire escaping the worst of the wintry weather.
Two Snow Storms to Hit UK in 72 Hours, Dates Announced
The UK is preparing for two significant snow storms arriving within 72 hours, with the first hitting on February 15 and the second on February 17, bringing heavy snowfall to regions including Birmingham.
Men Share Mental Health Stories to Fight Stigma
A new campaign in Birmingham and Solihull uses personal stories from young men to promote a free 24/7 text support service, aiming to break down mental health barriers.