Family's 15-Year Tree Collection for East Cheshire Hospice
The Lane family's 15-year tradition of collecting Christmas trees for East Cheshire Hospice continues on January 10-11, raising vital funds. Learn how to register your tree or donate.
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Nominate Now for HBBC Active Awards 2026
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council seeks nominations for its 2026 Active Awards. Celebrate coaches, volunteers, clubs & individuals making a difference in community sport & wellbeing. Deadline: 5 Jan 2026.
RWE's £200m Battery Storage Project for Wales
Energy giant RWE has secured financial closure for a major £200m battery storage facility in Pembrokeshire. Construction starts 2026, boosting UK grid stability and supporting 300,000 homes. Read the full details.
West Midlands homes auctioned for £50k each
Three vacant properties in the Black Country go under the hammer in December with a £50,000 guide price. Ideal for developers or DIY projects, they need full refurbishment.
Speke project awarded £7,842 to fight food waste
A Speke community project secures a £7,842 grant to help residents reduce food waste, learn vital cooking skills, and promote sustainability through workshops and a new community fridge.
Mayor brands HS2 scrap calls 'dangerous' for region
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker condemns Reform UK's 'reckless' call to scrap HS2, warning it threatens billions in investment and future jobs. Read the full clash.
320 Pupils Become Young Sports Ambassadors
Over 320 primary school children in Carmarthenshire have been trained as Young Sports Ambassadors, contributing 1000+ volunteer hours to inspire peers and build active communities. Discover how to get involved.
Joe Xerri praises Marie Curie volunteering support
Former steelworker Joe Xerri shares how Marie Curie supported him through bereavement while volunteering. He urges more men to join the UK's leading end-of-life charity. Discover volunteering opportunities.
Former Banker's 600 Hours Aiding Homeless
A former City trader retrained as a counsellor, dedicating over 600 hours to support homeless people in Bournemouth. Discover his inspiring journey from finance to counselling.
70 Arrests in West Midlands Knife Crime Crackdown
West Midlands Police's expanded Project Guardian Taskforce has made over 70 arrests and seized nearly 70 weapons in a major crackdown on knife crime and serious youth violence.
Boy and man charged in Birmingham knife incidents
A 17-year-old boy and a 27-year-old man have been charged with knife offences in Birmingham after a machete and lock knife were recovered in separate police stops. Contact Crimestoppers anonymously.
Billericay Community Awards 2025 Winners Revealed
Discover the inspiring winners of the 2025 Billericay Community Awards. These local heroes and businesses were honoured for making the town a better place to live and work.
Brentwood School Building Project Fails, MP Angry
Endeavour School in Brentwood faces disruption as a DfE construction project fails. MP Alex Burghart vows to intervene. Support local festive businesses.
105 Native Trees Planted at Duckyls Farm
Diagrama Community Services plants 105 native broadleaf saplings at Duckyls Farm, creating a wildlife-friendly habitat and empowering people with disabilities. Discover how this project boosts biodiversity.
Birmingham's New Stadium: 5 City Transformations
Discover how Birmingham City's new 62,000-seat stadium and Sports Quarter project will boost the economy, create jobs, and put the city on the global map. A new era begins.
Community Christmas wins £1,000 housing group grant
A Chorley volunteer group has won a £1,000 grant to host a free Christmas Day lunch, combating loneliness. Discover how to book your place or support their fundraising concert.
Birmingham's New 62,000-Seat Stadium Unveiled
Birmingham City FC reveals plans for a new 62,000-seat stadium, 'The Powerhouse', set to transform the city into a global sports and culture destination. Discover the project's huge economic impact.
Blaenau Gwent school wins prestigious community award
Pen-y-Cwm School in Ebbw Vale has transformed unused grounds into a thriving wildlife haven, winning the Community Transformation Award. Discover how pupils and community created this sustainable space.
Birmingham City FC's New Stadium Design Unveiled
Birmingham City chairman Tom Wagner reveals ambitious 62,000-capacity stadium design as part of city-transforming Sports Quarter project. Discover the vision.
Charity Needs 300 Volunteers for 2026 Children's Camps
Over The Wall Camp needs 300+ energetic volunteers for its 2026 residential camps supporting children with serious health conditions. Help create magical experiences in Derbyshire and Scotland.
Macclesfield volunteer's 35-year hospice dedication
Angela Roberts fulfils her mother's dying wish by volunteering 35 years at East Cheshire Hospice. The Macclesfield support group she leads has raised over £43,000. Discover how to join.
Guide Dog puppies cheer Gloucester Hartpury at Kingsholm
Heart-warming moment as Guide Dog puppies in training formed a guard of honour for Gloucester Hartpury players, highlighting the charity's vital volunteer needs. Support their life-changing work today.
Manchester approves 1,732 homes and £1bn project
Manchester's planning committee is set to approve over 1,700 new homes, a new shopping centre, and a key phase of a £1.7bn project. Discover the details of the city's transformation.
West Country flood defence to boost economy by £1.4bn
A major new £120m flood defence scheme in the West Country is predicted to boost the regional economy by £1.4bn and create thousands of new jobs. Discover how this infrastructure protects communities.
Birmingham couple's dinner date inspires homeless charity
After a fancy meal in Birmingham, Alan and Katherine Strang founded Let's Feed Brum, now helping hundreds weekly with food, clothing and support. Discover their inspiring story.
Penarth RNLI volunteer honoured for 20+ years service
Sally Livsey-Davies receives a long service award from Penarth RNLI for over two decades of dedicated fundraising. Discover how her efforts supported lifesaving work.
Alleyway transformed into colourful community space
A once-neglected alleyway in North Ormesby has been transformed into a vibrant community space through resident collaboration. Discover how local families and artists created beautiful murals.
Briton Ferry Park Group Wins King's Award for Volunteers
The Friends of Jersey Park in Briton Ferry receive the King's Award for Voluntary Service, the MBE for volunteer groups. Discover how their community work earned this highest honour.
Sutton Coldfield care home and nursery build bird boxes
Residents at Bishops Manor care home teamed up with Little Ripley Day Nursery for a DIY bird box project. This intergenerational initiative aims to preserve traditional skills and promote sustainability.
King Charles honours West Midlands volunteer heroes
King Charles has honoured six community volunteer groups in Birmingham and Wolverhampton with the prestigious Award for Voluntary Service. Discover the inspiring stories behind these local heroes.
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