Staff at Monmouthshire Building Society have donated over 200 toys and gifts to the council's Christmas Wishes appeal, supporting vulnerable and flood-affected children. See how the community is giving back.
Dawn Davis braved the clippers at Eastcote Park's Elf Day, raising £852 for the Alzheimer's Society. Her hair was donated to Banbury Postiche for wigs. Read her inspiring story.
Taylor Wimpey Manchester has donated 321 winter essentials to Lifeshare charity for the homeless. The homebuilder's national Wrap Up Warm campaign has provided over 14,000 items. Learn more about this vital community support.
Persimmon Homes West Midlands has donated £3,000 to Wem and District Rotary Club via its Community Champions scheme. The funds will support local people through events, youth activities, and tackling isolation.
Jollyes Pets thanks customers for donating 424,000 tins of food, with £40,000 profit shared among five UK animal welfare and community charities. Read how this supports vital work.
Barratt Homes Northampton has donated £1,500 to the Baby Basics charity, providing Moses basket starter packs for vulnerable families. Discover how this gift ensures safe sleep for newborns.
A Somerset charity supporting families with rare genetic condition PCD receives a vital £1,500 boost from David Wilson Redrow South West. Discover how the donation will help.
Families supported by Action for Children enjoyed a magical evening of light shows, carols, and treats in Sandfields. The Queen Bees group donated selection boxes, and local councillors showed their support.
Solihull Council has refused plans for 80 new homes on green belt land in Hockley Heath, citing unresolved flood risks. Read the full story on the local planning clash.
Rhyl Rotary Club's festive Santa visit brings a surprise £500 donation to the local Samaritans branch, boosting their annual support to £2,500. Discover how community generosity aids vital mental health services.
Attendees at Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2025 on 6 December are advised that filming and photography will take place for promotional use by Global and event sponsors. Learn how to opt out.
Coventry Airport will shut permanently in June 2026 after 90 years. The site will be transformed into a major gigafactory, creating 4,000 new jobs. Read the full story.
Pupils and staff at Our Lady of Pity RC Primary in Greasby have rallied to support the Shoebox Full of Love Christmas appeal for the second year, donating gifts for vulnerable people and pets across Merseyside.
Norton Group Holdings, parent of The Range, leads Devon's 150 largest private firms. The list reveals £7.7bn turnover and 48,000 jobs. Discover the county's economic powerhouses.
The Rossendale Ramblers enjoyed a stunning six-mile reservoir walk near Bolton in glorious sunshine. Discover their latest routes and how to join their free walking community.
County Durham's Tekmar Group secures an €8m contract for a major UK offshore wind farm, boosting its order backlog to £29m. CEO Richard Turner says the firm is on a much stronger footing than a year ago. Read the full update.
Freshfields Animal Rescue launches its vital Christmas appeal. Your donation, doubled until Dec 8, provides safety, medical care & hope for homeless UK pets. Help save lives.
Sports Direct customers face court threats and demands for thousands after parcels were stolen from doorsteps. The retailer is using a crime agency to pursue refunded shoppers. Read the full investigation.
Curly Tails animal rescue in Newton Longville receives a £1,000 Community Champions donation from Persimmon Homes, aiding its work uniting people and animals for wellbeing.
Halifax announces 14 bank branch closures across the UK in 2026, citing a shift to digital banking. Birmingham's Bearwood branch among those shutting. Full list inside.
A Birmingham cocktail bar is giving away free Merry Mimosa drinks until December 7 in exchange for new toy donations, supporting local children's charities. Find out how to claim.
Warwickshire's Purity Brewing issues defiant statement after reports it was 'on the brink'. The firm confirms protective measures but vows to keep trading. Read the full story.
The DVLA's latest medical report warns drivers with diabetes they must cease driving if dependent on glucose monitor alarms. New guidance outlines strict rules for insulin-treated bus and lorry drivers. Read the full update.
Rudy's pizzerias in Birmingham are swapping any pizza for a new toy to support Cash for Kids this Christmas. Donate between Dec 1-4, 2025. Get your free slice for a great cause!
25 people arrested in Birmingham for supporting proscribed group Palestine Action. Police confirm protest rights but stress action on banned organisations. Read the full details.
A father and son avoid jail after a £20.3m heroin haul was found hidden in fruit juice from Afghanistan. The NCA is now hunting two other suspects.
New DVLA rules now allow thousands of bus, coach and lorry drivers with diabetes to use continuous glucose monitors, improving safety and management.
Housebuilder Redrow Eastern raises £32,000 for Lennox Children's Cancer Fund through a charity gala. Discover how this donation supports families facing childhood cancer.
Rossendale Ramblers enjoyed a 9-mile walk from Burrs Country Park. Join their next free walks on November 30 and December 3. Discover local scenery and join the community.
Sutton Harbour Group pauses £60m Plymouth waterfront development as economic conditions deter buyers. Explore the future of this key regeneration site.