Auntie's Cathedral Abseil Honors Nephew, Supports Children's Hospice
Shannon Gage, 48, from Denbigh, will abseil down a 75ft cathedral to raise funds for Tŷ Gobaith children's hospice, honoring her nephew Wil Owen who died at age 13.
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Teen Charged with Murder After Stabbing Outside Mosque
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with murder following the fatal stabbing of 18-year-old Zeshan Afzal outside a mosque in Smethwick. West Midlands Police are appealing for information as the community mourns.
CCTV Appeal After Bottle Attack at Tamworth Pub
Staffordshire Police have released images of a man they want to speak to following a suspected glass bottle assault outside the Overwood Arms pub in Tamworth.
Police Sergeant Dismissed for Faking Work with Picture Frame
A police sergeant has been dismissed without notice after using a picture frame to hold down laptop keys to appear active while not working during 25 shifts, costing over £1,000 in wages.
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LGBTQ+ Salon Pride Flag Stolen Fifth Time in Leicester
A Leicester hair salon has had its Pride flag stolen for the fifth time, with CCTV capturing two men tearing it down in what owners describe as a targeted hate crime.
Woman Jailed After Sleeping Next to Partner's Corpse for Weeks
Sally Smithson, 61, sentenced to 14 months for preventing burial after partner John Blackwell's death, with body decomposing for three weeks in their bedroom.
Munro Team Runs Half-Marathon for Children's Hospice Charity
Munro Building Services employees swap hard hats for running shoes to tackle the TTP Cambridge Half-Marathon, raising funds for East Anglia's Children's Hospices. The team shares their motivation and the charity's impact.
Blue Badge Holders Face £1,000 Fines Over Hidden Rules
Millions of Blue Badge holders in England are being caught out by obscure parking regulations, with fines up to £1,000 and badge confiscation possible for misuse or oversight.
State Pensioners Get £44 Monthly Bonus from April
Millions of pensioners will see their state pension increase from April, with those retiring after 2016 receiving an extra £44 per month. The rise is based on the triple lock system.
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Hull Man Jailed After Loud Music Row Turns Violent
A Hull factory worker, driven to breaking point by persistent loud music, climbed through a window and launched a prolonged knife attack on his neighbour, warning him 'You will die tonight'.
Man Arrested for Punching Woman in Shrewsbury Town Centre
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman in her 40s was punched in the face on a bench in Shrewsbury town centre in broad daylight. A 42-year-old man has been arrested and released on bail.
Bully Gets Suspended Sentence for Bike Seat Attacks on Victim
Jayson Miller, 22, who made his victim's school years 'hell', launched two unprovoked attacks using a bike seat as a weapon, leaving the man terrified to leave his home. The court heard details of the brutal assaults.
Water Bills Cut £27 Monthly for Benefit Recipients
The WaterSure bill-capping scheme reduces water bills by an average of £27 per month for households on benefits like Universal Credit, with over 260,800 metered homes already saving.
£5k Reward for Burglary Suspect Seen Dumping Gun
A £5,000 reward is offered by Crimestoppers to find Kyle Wilkinson, 20, suspected in an aggravated burglary where a firearm was discarded near a family home.
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RNLI Legend Retires After 50 Years of Lifesaving Service
Chris Williams concludes an extraordinary 50-year career with Fishguard RNLI, having saved at least 114 lives through roles from mechanic to Lifeboat Operations Manager.
Police Investigate Alleged Rape of Teenage Girl in Birmingham
West Midlands Police have launched an investigation into the alleged rape of a teenage girl, aged between 13 and 15, which occurred in Birmingham last October. The victim's mother has described her daughter as 'frightened' following the incident.
Enfield: UK Benefits Capital with £3,868 Per Person
New data reveals Enfield spent £3,868 on benefits per working-age resident in 2024/25, the highest rate in Britain, totaling over £1 billion in welfare payments.
Kenilworth Among Best Places to Live Near Birmingham
The Warwickshire town of Kenilworth has been recognized as one of England's premier residential locations, praised for its historic castle, scenic countryside, and vibrant community amenities just 30 minutes from Birmingham.
Sandwell: Top First-Time Buyer Hotspot with Bargain Prices
Sandwell ranks second nationally for first-time buyer purchases, with over two-thirds of homes sold to newcomers. Average prices of £185,235 offer affordable entry to the housing market near Birmingham.
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Widnes Firms Told to Leave for Housing Development
Businesses on Golden Triangle Industrial Estate in Widnes have been given weeks to vacate for a housing project, with many fearing closure and job losses.
Woman Denies Dine and Dash After Viral Restaurant Video
Mollie Birch, 28, insists she paid her £59.25 bill in full at Rancho Steakhouse but was publicly shamed after staff filmed her at Waterloo Station. Both parties have reported the incident to Merseyside Police as investigations continue.
Public Urged to Call 999 for Birmingham Robbery Suspect
West Midlands Police have launched an urgent appeal to locate Abrao Baptista, a 24-year-old Birmingham man wanted on suspicion of robbery. Authorities urge anyone who spots him to immediately call 999 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.
Birmingham People Smuggler Convicted in European Network
Sarfaraz Sardarzehi was caught with three migrants in Birmingham and acted as a taxi driver in a major smuggling operation spanning Europe to the Midlands, with his associate Duc Quang Ta handling cash and logistics.
Urgent Appeal for Missing Teen with Wolverhampton Links
West Midlands Police have issued a fresh appeal to locate 14-year-old Deago, missing since February 11, who has connections to Wolverhampton despite being from Bromsgrove.
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Two Arrested After Police Chase Car Crash in Birmingham
Two men have been detained after a silver VW Golf crashed into a road sign and bin in Bordesley Green following a police pursuit by West Midlands Police's Road Harm Team.
Caitlin Moran Launches £12k Young Writers Prize with Mentorship
The BSME Young Writers Prize offers an £12,000 bursary, year-long mentorship from Caitlin Moran, and work experience for UK writers aged 18-25 from underrepresented backgrounds. Applications close May 8, 2026.
Yorkshire Woman Arrested in Tenerife Murder Probe
A 56-year-old woman from Rotherham has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 63-year-old man was found dead in a Tenerife hotel room in January. Police are appealing for hotel guests to come forward.
Body Found in Search for Missing Man from Evesham Holiday Park
A body has been discovered during the search for Malcolm Hunt, 84, who went missing from Weir Meadow Holiday Park in Evesham. Police confirm the death is not suspicious.
Paul Chuckle MBE Visits Birmingham for Marie Curie Charity Tour
Paul Chuckle MBE will stop in Birmingham's Victoria Square on March 6th as part of a UK-wide tour celebrating 40 years of Marie Curie's Great Daffodil Appeal, aiming to raise £40,000 with the 'Daff bike'.
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Two Arrested After Midlands Raids Following Teen's Death
A man and woman have been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender after police executed warrants at four addresses in Coventry and beyond following the fatal stabbing of 18-year-old Michael Ababio.
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