A developer has redrawn plans for flats at a former Tettenhall care home after council criticism. The new proposal for five units follows the rejection of a nine-flat scheme deemed 'excessive'. Read the latest.
Katie Price and boyfriend JJ Slater have reportedly ended their two-year relationship. The former glamour model hinted at being single on her podcast. Read the full story.
Discover the vital work of Lancashire Wildlife Trust through their new podcast, 'The Conservation Chronicles'. Listen to conversations with staff and experts on YouTube and their website.
Bradley Cooper has directly addressed speculation about his changing looks, denying any cosmetic procedures. The actor set the record straight on the SmartLess podcast. Read the full story.
Edge Hill University's new podcast explores social prescribing for mental wellbeing, featuring Professor Michelle Howarth. Discover how community and nature offer powerful alternatives to medication.
This Morning star Alison Hammond lands new role hosting the official Bridgerton podcast for Netflix. She'll interview the cast, including new leads Luke Thompson and Yerin Ha. The podcast launches on 29th January.
Noah's Ark Zoo Farm reveals a stunning bear-and-cub sculpture crafted from recycled Christmas trees, highlighting conservation and a major recycling drive. Drop off your tree until January 25.
West Midlands Safari Park has completed its vital annual animal count, recording over a thousand creatures. The tally includes endangered species and newborns, highlighting their conservation work. Plan your visit today.
Multiple planning applications in Wealden affect listed buildings and conservation areas. A Wadhurst scheme seeks a design variation. Public comments due by January 17, 2026.
West Midlands Safari Park has completed its 2026 animal census, counting every creature from elephants to ants. The tally includes new 'N'-named babies like tiger cubs and a giraffe calf. Book your visit online now.
A new project in Leeds will create eight wildlife havens for pollinators and people, backed by community grants and volunteer power. Get involved to help reverse the 80% butterfly decline.
Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust celebrates 70 years of conservation, 50 years of Rutland Water reserve, and 30 years since osprey reintroduction. Discover their journey and 2026 events.
Green Sefton launches a 'Petalwort Safari' to help the rare, non-vascular plant recover after a damaging dry year. Join a guided walk on January 24 or explore the trail yourself.
Discover the magic of early morning wildlife walks in Greater Manchester this New Year. Learn how to spot roe deer, birds of prey, and why supporting the Lancashire Wildlife Trust in 2026 is vital for local habitats.
BBC Radio 2 DJ Zoe Ball opens up on her podcast about the intimate and unusual things she finds 'sexy' about her new live-in partner, whom she calls 'The Lodger'.
Woodhall Spa Parish Council secures funding to restore historic Victorian signage and picket fencing on The Broadway, preserving heritage and improving village centre safety.
From Amur leopard cubs to rescued Ukrainian lions, discover how Yorkshire Wildlife Park celebrated a landmark year for global wildlife conservation in 2025. Plan your visit.
New research reveals tawny owl calls cause robins to reduce night-time feeding during migration, impacting their survival. Discover the implications for conservation.
Plans submitted to convert historic Walsall Observer offices into four one-bed flats. Decision expected February 2026. Read the latest on this Bridge Street development.
Major plans to transform a fire-damaged former pub in Willenhall into a 12-bed HMO and multi-use community hall have been approved. The New Testament Church of God will lead the regeneration.
England introduces a major animal welfare law, banning the shooting of brown hares for most of the year to protect them during breeding season. Read the full details.
From otter sightings to rare orchid discoveries, explore Yorkshire Wildlife Trust's year of triumphs and challenges in protecting the region's precious wildlife and wild spaces.
Sumatran tiger and red panda cubs at West Midlands Safari Park have enjoyed festive enrichment. Keepers provided species-specific treats to encourage natural behaviours. The park is open on selected winter dates.
Chester Zoo welcomes a mother-and-son jaguar pair to a new retirement habitat. Discover their remarkable story and how they highlight global conservation efforts for this Near Threatened species.
A new project in Leeds will create eight wildlife havens for pollinators and people, backed by local funding and community action. Find out how to get involved.
Polar bear Brodie has moved to Yorkshire Wildlife Park's Project Polar, where he may be reunited with his brother Hamish after five years apart. Experts are monitoring his introduction to the other bears.
Green Sefton's festive campaign uses a 'Naughty Elf' to deliver a serious message: the protected Sefton Coast is under pressure. Learn the rules to help conserve this vital landscape.
Harry Potter actress Jessie Cave opens up about a difficult two-year period following her secret separation from comedian Alfie Brown, detailing the impact on her career and confidence. Read the full emotional story.
Former Apprentice star Aleksandra King interviews Lewis Raymond Taylor, subject of Netflix's 'The Psychopath Life Coach', on her top UK business podcast. Discover his journey from prison to a £25m empire.
The chilling true crime story of Donald Neilson, the 'Black Panther', who kidnapped 17-year-old Lesley Whittle in 1975. Explore the case in a new BBC podcast.