Elderly woman dies in Fazakerley hit-and-run crash
An 81-year-old woman has died after a hit-and-run on Longmoor Lane, Fazakerley. Police are hunting the driver of a dark-coloured vehicle and appealing for dashcam footage.
An 81-year-old woman has died after a hit-and-run on Longmoor Lane, Fazakerley. Police are hunting the driver of a dark-coloured vehicle and appealing for dashcam footage.
New enforcement cameras in Exeter and Barnstaple caught thousands breaching bus lanes and gates. Drivers get warnings first, then fines. Read the latest traffic updates.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 crowns the West Midlands' top state, independent, and comprehensive schools based on latest exam results. Discover which local schools excelled.
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Police release image after a 16-year-old girl was harassed and intimidated by a man outside a Card Factory in Kimberley. Officers urge anyone with information to come forward.
A group of 40 GCSE Spanish students from Mayflower High School in Billericay have returned from a four-day immersive trip to Murcia, Spain. The 'no English' rule saw their confidence and language skills soar ahead of April exams.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a robbery at a shop on Hales Lane, Smethwick. Two men, one armed with a knife, stole items before fleeing. Call 101 with info.
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City of Wolverhampton Council approves £2.6m to expand Colton Hills Community School, creating 79 new Year 7 places by 2027 to cope with significant local demand.
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Congleton High School in Cheshire is closed for a deep clean following a flu-like illness outbreak causing high student absences. Remote learning is in place.
Alconbury C of E Primary School receives a £1,500 donation from David Wilson Homes to fund its new forest school area, enhancing outdoor learning for pupils.
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West Midlands Police are seeking witnesses after a man and woman were assaulted during group trouble on Wheelers Lane, Billesley. Call 101 with information.
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