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Felsted School's Music Programme Wins National Award
Independent school in Essex celebrates outstanding achievement after receiving The Music Mark for its exceptional commitment to music education and comprehensive programme.
Essex Volunteers Transform Local Railway Stations
Discover how dedicated volunteers across Essex are breathing new life into railway stations, creating vibrant community hubs through remarkable transformation projects.
Didcot pupils enjoy steam train adventure
Year 2 students from All Saints CE Primary School experienced an unforgettable educational journey aboard a vintage steam train, made possible by Taylor Wimpey's community initiative.
Temple Meads multi-storey car park plans advance
Bristol's iconic Temple Meads station is poised for a significant upgrade as plans for a modern multi-storey car park move forward, promising improved accessibility and sustainable transport links.
HS2's final tunnel to Euston starting soon
The monumental final phase of HS2 tunnelling from Old Oak Common to Euston is imminent, marking a crucial milestone for Britain's high-speed rail revolution that will transform London travel.
Direct Swindon-Birmingham trains return in December
Direct rail services between Swindon and Birmingham are set to resume this December, reconnecting two major economic hubs and offering passengers faster, more convenient travel options without changes at Bristol Parkway.
Birmingham Moor Street Station: February Platform Closures
Network Rail announces significant improvement works at Birmingham Moor Street station, affecting multiple platforms throughout February. Essential travel information for passengers.
Braintree Christmas Window Competition Returns 2025
The beloved Christmas window dressing competition is officially returning to Braintree District in 2025, inviting local businesses and residents to transform their windows into winter wonderlands with cash prizes up for grabs.
Chelmsford Post Office to reopen next door
Chelmsford residents rejoice as the beloved Gloucester Avenue Post Office announces plans to reopen just next door to its former location, restoring vital community services to the area.
Trainline raises profit guidance on ticket sales surge
Digital rail platform Trainline raises full-year guidance as passenger numbers exceed expectations, signalling strong recovery in UK rail travel.
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.
Birmingham train cancellations after £200m safety cordon
Commuters face travel nightmare with multiple train cancellations after emergency safety measures implemented around Birmingham's £200m development zone.
Rail worker hailed hero after confronting knife attacker
Birmingham New Street rail worker Ryan Bate becomes local hero after confronting armed assailant to protect commuters during terrifying rush-hour incident.
Firewalk raises £8,000 for St Clare Hospice
Daring community members conquered their fears walking barefoot across red-hot embers to support St Clare Hospice, raising vital funds for patient care in a spectacular firewalk event.
New fuel pump rules coming to UK supermarkets
Major changes are coming to fuel pumps at UK supermarkets as new regulations require clearer pricing and calorie information. Here's what drivers need to know.
Braintree theatre volunteer Carol wins double award honour
Celebrated volunteer Carol receives two prestigious awards for her outstanding 15-year commitment to Braintree's theatrical community at the Kings Community Church.
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.
Hero Huntingdon train driver saves the day
A quick-thinking train driver from Huntingdon is being hailed as a hero after his courageous actions prevented a potential tragedy on the railway tracks, though he modestly insists he was 'just doing his job'.
Wigan Wallgate station blooms with volunteer power
Discover how dedicated volunteers from Northern have transformed Wigan Wallgate station into a floral paradise, creating a beautiful welcome for commuters and boosting community spirit.
Train driver's heroics prevent disaster in storm
A courageous train driver is being hailed for averting potential catastrophe when his service struck a massive fallen tree during Storm Gerrit, showcasing remarkable bravery.
£6.5m Railway Upgrade Kicks Off on Key Transport Route
A landmark £6.5 million railway enhancement project has commenced, promising significant improvements to track infrastructure and future service reliability across a vital transport corridor.
Huntingdon train stabbing suspect named in police manhunt
A major police operation is underway after a brutal stabbing at Huntingdon railway station left a man with life-threatening injuries. The suspect has been identified as 28-year-old Kieran James Khasi.
Hero passenger confronts knifeman on Birmingham train
Courageous commuter Graham Moffatt risked his life to protect fellow passengers when a knifeman went on a rampage aboard a Birmingham-bound train. Read the full story of this remarkable act of bravery.
Hero passenger begged for life in Huntingdon train knife attack
A courageous commuter recounts his harrowing experience facing a knife-wielding attacker aboard a Huntingdon to London train, revealing how he pleaded for his life while protecting fellow passengers during the violent rampage.
Train staff hero fights knife attacker at Birmingham station
A courageous member of train staff fought off a knife attacker at Birmingham New Street station, preventing potential tragedy in a shocking daylight confrontation.
Train attacker's sentence increased to 11 years
Lewis Brown's prison term increased after vicious attack left victim with life-altering injuries on Thameslink service between St Neots and Huntingdon
Train guard's heartbreaking reply goes viral
A poignant exchange between a railway worker and passenger reveals the hidden emotional toll on transport staff, sparking widespread discussion about compassion in public transport.
Hero staff stop train knife attack in West Midlands
Courageous railway employees disarmed a knifeman during a horrific attack on a West Midlands train, with new details emerging about their heroic actions that prevented greater tragedy.
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