Houldsworth Golf Club in Reddish, formed in 1910, fears being destroyed if Stockport Council's draft local plan to build 122 homes on its land proceeds. Members warn of a 'slow death' for the community hub.
Walsall Council reveals only 5,000 homes can be built on brownfield land, meeting just four years of housing targets. Green belt development is now deemed essential.
Buxton's High Peak Comps team is tackling the Great Manchester Run to raise £1,000 for The Wellspring homeless charity. The company has kickstarted the fundraiser with a £500 donation. Support their vital cause.
The government has expressed disappointment over delays to Solihull's crucial housing blueprint. The council must now navigate new planning rules and an 'advisory visit' to meet its target of 8,500 homes.
Lambeth Council plans huge cashless parking hikes, with diesel drivers facing up to £27/hour in Waterloo. The move, aimed at improving air quality, will start in February 2026.
A Rugby Borough Council panel will decide whether to ask the government to cancel May's local elections, citing a £160k saving and upcoming council reorganisation. Read the full story.
Worcester City Council has refused plans for a detached two-bedroom house on Avon Road, citing overdevelopment and loss of character. Read the full details of the rejection.
Plans for a major industrial estate near the M5 are submitted for Wychavon, a new 10,000-home town near Worcester promising a car-free lifestyle. Public consultation is now open.
The long-vacant Beales department store in Lowestoft is on the market for £895,000, years after closure and a council flats plan stalled. Read the full story.
Stockport's specialist CURE team has saved an estimated 300 lives since 2020 by helping hospital patients quit smoking. Discover how their groundbreaking work is preventing disease and readmissions.
Government commissioners overseeing Birmingham City Council's financial recovery say they are not ready to depart, despite work on an 'assurance plan'. Progress noted, but major challenges remain.
Essex County Council has secured over £68 million in government funding to improve bus reliability, connections, and accessibility across the county. Discover the plans.
Walsall Council leaders will be questioned on housing targets, green belt development, and securing funding for affordable homes. Meeting set for January 12, 2026.
A Surrey bride, Naomi Ruth-Green, shares the moving story of finding her dream dress for an urgent legal ceremony through a Moya Cole Hospice eBay sale, calling it 'such serendipity'.
Stockport MP Lisa Smart argues rejoining a European customs union is vital for local businesses and workers' wages, tackling the ongoing cost of living pressures.
Birmingham Conservatives promise to restore weekly bin rounds and end the long-running strike as part of a six-point local election plan. Discover their full strategy.
From a £20m neighbourhood fund to a new Aldi and healthcare revamps, discover the 12 key developments poised to reshape Birmingham's Royal Town in the coming year.
A plan for a permanent 'green stage' on Bournville Green has been submitted, aiming to boost arts and community events. The £63k project is led by a local consortium.
UK households with gas boilers could see a £30 annual levy to subsidise heat pumps under Labour's Warm Homes Plan. Critics warn it hits the poorest hardest. Read the full details.
Parents in Birmingham must submit primary school applications for September 2026 by January 15. Late forms risk children missing their preferred school. Here's the full guide.
Stepping Hill Hospital in Stockport partners with local organisations to provide essential support and supplies for homeless patients this winter, tackling the critical link between health and housing.
Residents and parents in Hall Green have until 5 January 2026 to give feedback on major road safety proposals, including a new 20mph zone, bollards, and pedestrian refuges around Chilcote Primary School.
Ed Miliband's Warm Homes Fund aims to provide grants for solar panels and heat pumps, potentially eliminating energy bills for millions. Discover how the scheme works.
Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky meet face-to-face in Florida to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war, focusing on security guarantees and territorial disputes. Read the latest on the high-stakes peace negotiations.
Birmingham Council plans new traffic calming on Cranes Park Road in Sheldon. The scheme, part of a wider plan to prioritise people over cars, includes a refuge island and mini-roundabout. Have your say in the consultation.
Households with damp and mould are urged to watch for a critical Ofgem letter. Tenants must notify landlords immediately as 98% of ECO4 insulated homes need repairs costing up to £18,000.
Stockport County FC players and mascot Vernon Bear brought Christmas joy to young patients at Stepping Hill Hospital's Treehouse unit. Read about this heartwarming community visit.
The Sunshine Steel Band from Stockport is spreading festive cheer and raising vital funds for Moya Cole Hospice through Christmas busking performances in Cheadle. Discover how you can support.
Walter Tomlin and his ambassador dog Ren bring comfort to patients and staff at Moya Cole Hospice's Being You Centre. Discover how canine companionship enhances palliative care support.
Stockport MP Navendu Mishra highlights staff efforts and volunteer concerns this Christmas. He addresses Post Office queues, foodbank shortages, and seeks public views on a £20m Brinnington fund.