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Birmingham family homeless after devastating house fire

A Birmingham family has lost everything in a devastating house fire just weeks before Christmas. A fundraiser is now underway to help them get back on their feet. Click to read their story and see how you can help.

Major Fire at Southall Warehouse with Fireworks

Around 150 firefighters are tackling a major warehouse blaze in Southall, London. Schools and a residential block evacuated due to suspected fireworks. Stay safe and avoid the area.

New 'Dough and Fire' pizzeria opens in Moseley

Authentic Neapolitan pizzas crafted with premium ingredients have arrived at Dough and Fire, the new rustic restaurant on Woodbridge Road. Discover the taste of Italy in Moseley.

Vape battery fire warning after fatal rise

West Midlands Fire Service issues a 'Fast. Fierce. Fatal.' warning over lithium-ion battery fires after a sharp increase in incidents. Learn how to charge devices safely.

Fire Stick Fraud: £1,700 Bank Theft Risk

A fake 'Amazon Fire Stick' scam is putting UK users at risk of fraud, with victims losing nearly £1,700 on average. Learn how to protect your bank details from cybercriminals.

Attempted murder arrest after three house fires

A 50-year-old man is in custody after three linked house fires in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. Three people, including two teenagers, were hospitalised. Police urge witnesses to come forward.

Fire damages Birmingham's Kulture Bar & Grill

A fire ripped through the Kulture Bar & Grill on Hockley Hill, Birmingham, damaging 30% of the ground floor. Crews from Ladywood, Aston and Handsworth attended the scene.

Mum saves son and pets from arson house fire

A courageous mother risked her life running into a burning house to rescue her teenage son, cats and bearded dragons after a drunken ex-lover torched a caravan. Read the full story.

Lion spotted in Essex woods sparks major police hunt

Essex Police launch urgent search operation after multiple reports of a lion roaming through residential areas near Clacton-on-Sea. Armed officers and zoo experts join the hunt for the mysterious big cat.

Essex Community Repair Grants: Apply Now

Community groups across Essex can now access vital funding for repair and restoration projects through Essex County Council's new grant scheme. Discover how to apply and transform your local area.

Essex Hospice: Light Up a Life for Loved Ones

St Elizabeth's Hospice launches its annual Light Up a Life campaign, offering families across Essex a beautiful way to honour cherished memories this festive season through dedications and special services.

Baby among four dead in devastating house fire

A catastrophic house fire in Staffordshire has claimed the lives of four family members, including a nine-month-old baby girl, in what police are describing as an unimaginable tragedy that has devastated the local community.

Family loses home in firework blaze tragedy

A Birmingham family lost everything when a firework display went horribly wrong, destroying their home and possessions just weeks before Christmas in a tragic turn of events.

Danger Cladding: 85 West Midlands Buildings At Risk

Exclusive investigation uncovers 85 buildings across Birmingham and West Midlands still wrapped in dangerous cladding years after Grenfell tragedy. Residents living in fear as safety crisis continues.

Urgent UK warning over deadly letterbox fire risk

UK fire chiefs issue urgent warning about deadly letterbox dangers as energy costs soar and households seek alternative heating methods. Discover the simple protective measure that could prevent tragedy.

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