Strictly Air Ambulance 2026 is set for March 14 at the Brentwood Centre. The Essex & Herts Air Ambulance charity event features celebrity judges and dancers, aiming to surpass last year's £58,000 raised. Book tickets now!
Join the YMCA Orchestra for their annual Christmas Charity Concert on Sunday, December 7. Enjoy festive classics, carols, and refreshments while supporting the YMCA Cancer Rehabilitation Programme.
The Fun Walk Trust's 2024 event raised a record-breaking £121,000 for local causes, the highest in its 23-year history. Discover how this community triumph benefits Essex.
A courageous Essex Police officer died in a collision on the A12 near Ingatestone while responding to an emergency 999 call. Chief Constable pays tribute.
A Lincolnshire cottage museum preserving a 102-year-old's simple life has won a 2025 VisitEngland Hidden Gem Accolade. Discover this award-winning window into the past.
Relive Aston Villa's glorious FA Cup history through rediscovered archive photos, from the 1905 final win to the 1957 victory parade. Explore these iconic moments now!
A blue plaque commemorates Charles Dickens' first public reading of A Christmas Carol at Birmingham Town Hall in 1853. Discover this literary landmark and its heritage project.
85-year-old artist William Newton discusses his lifetime in art, famous admirers like Madonna, and his new exhibition at Brentwood Library. Hear his inspiring interview and see his work.
Dan Buck draws on his 20-year mental health journey to support patients at EPUT's secure unit. Discover how lived experience workers are revolutionising inpatient care in Essex.
Birmingham City University launches a captivating visual history book spanning its 182-year journey, showcasing its profound impact on the city and global community. Discover the legacy.
Chelmsford's Christmas lights switch-on brought festive cheer as local MP Marie Goldman reflects on a busy week covering healthcare, SEND support, and community safety.
A petition to save Walsall Leather Museum from relocation has surpassed 1,800 signatures. Locals demand transparency from the council over plans to move the museum for a SEND college.
Put your brain to the test with our Monday quiz, featuring questions on word definitions, music trivia, historical facts, and more. How many can you answer correctly?
Natalie Robinson, 37, conquered Everest Base Camp after beating breast cancer, raising over £10,000 for Basildon Hospital's breast unit as a heartfelt thank you.
Challenge yourself with our Sunday quiz, featuring questions on UNESCO sites, food origins, and classic literature. How many can you answer correctly?
Plans for a 263-bed student accommodation on the former Golden Eagle pub site in Birmingham have been recommended for approval. The development promises regeneration benefits while acknowledging heritage concerns.
Plans for a 263-bed student accommodation block on the former Golden Eagle pub site in Birmingham city centre have been recommended for approval. The development aims to transform this prominent location.
Felsted School's vibrant Colour Run saw 600 participants raise over £10,000 for local and international causes. Discover how this event supports communities from Malawi to Essex.
Heritage campaigners warn Birmingham's iconic Methodist Central Hall remains in mortal danger despite repeated assurances. Urgent action needed to save Grade II* listed building.
A pre-loved clothes sale in Chelmsford this Saturday raises money to buy new underwear for patients in acute mental health wards. Support the Community Clothes Cycle project!
Soul legend Beverley Knight surprises Wolverhampton with a £244,452 National Lottery grant for a Windrush music heritage project. Discover how this funding preserves Caribbean cultural legacy.
A new community exhibition showcasing artworks inspired by childhood in Sparkhill is now on display at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. Free entry until 6 Jan 2026.
Explore Bridgnorth's timeless beauty where stunning River Severn views meet England's steepest funicular railway and traditional pubs. Discover this charming market town today!
Market Field School in Essex has been crowned The Most Outstanding School for Students with Moderate Learning Difficulties at the Enablement Awards 2025. Discover how their innovative approach transforms education.
Heritage campaigners sound alarm as Burslem's historic town centre faces being added to England's 'at risk' register, with iconic buildings deteriorating and urgent action needed to save Stoke-on-Trent's mother town.
Rochdale's vibrant music heritage takes centre stage as Music Stories project kicks off with celebrity appearances and unforgettable performances at town hall extravaganza.
Exciting plans revealed to transform empty Darlington Street Methodist Chapel into vibrant community space with café and heritage features in Wolverhampton city centre.
Discover the remarkable story of Edith Cavell through her restored railway carriage in Dover. Book now for this exclusive opportunity to experience a moving piece of First World War history.
Independent school in Essex celebrates outstanding achievement after receiving The Music Mark for its exceptional commitment to music education and comprehensive programme.
Discover how dedicated volunteers across Essex are breathing new life into railway stations, creating vibrant community hubs through remarkable transformation projects.