Community
Widnes Historical Society Secures Funding to Boost Membership and Preserve Local Heritage
A £10,000 community fund donation from Redrow is helping the Widnes Historical Society, founded in 1951, reach new residents. Discover how they're preserving local history and building community connections.
Business
UK High Street Crisis: Businesses Demand Wider Rate Relief as Pub U-Turn Looms
UK high street businesses urge the government to expand business rate relief beyond pubs. Hotels, pharmacies, and retailers face crippling hikes of up to 140%. Read why sector leaders call for fundamental reform.
Culture
Rochdale's Historic JJ Binns Organ Hosts 2026 Celebrity Concert Series
A series of celebrity organ concerts featuring the magnificent, historic JJ Binns organ begins in Rochdale Town Hall in January 2026. Discover dates, performers, and how to book tickets for this unique cultural experience.
Politics
WASPI Women Await 'Imminent' DWP Decision on £2,950 Compensation
Campaigners flood MPs with emails urging the government to act on the Ombudsman's report and deliver up to £2,950 in state pension compensation. A final decision is expected soon.
Sport
Health
57,000 homes lose power in Storm Goretti snow
Over 57,000 properties are without electricity as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and gales. Full list of affected areas in the South West, West Midlands, and Wales.
Birmingham Snow: Amber Alert, Schools Closed, Travel Chaos
An Arctic blast has brought Birmingham to a standstill with 10cm of snow. Schools are closed, transport is halted, and an Amber warning is in force. Check the latest updates and travel advice here.
Birmingham Storm Goretti: Hour Snow Ends & Roads Improve
BBC Weather's Simon King reveals when Birmingham will be over the worst of Storm Goretti's snow. Key hour for road recovery and the weekend forecast.
MPs warn of 'unacceptable' 16-week PIP wait by DWP
MPs slam DWP for 'unacceptably poor service' as PIP claimants face 16-week waits, risking debt and poverty. Read the damning report and government response.
New Soft Play & Day Care Centre Opens in Birmingham
Party & Play, a new 700 sq m indoor playground in Erdington, opens March 2026 with role play areas, climbing frames & future day care plans for kids up to 10.