FoodCycle urgent appeal for Yorkshire volunteers summer 2025
FoodCycle needs volunteers in Yorkshire to help feed hungry people and stop surplus food waste this summer. Ian White shares how meals saved his life.
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74-Year-Old Walks 200 Miles for Earthquake Relief
Mike Joyce, 74, from Winterton, will trek 200 miles along the North East coast to raise funds for Christian Aid's emergency relief after devastating earthquakes in South America.
Tributes to woman killed in wrong-way M62 crash
Sithandazile Sipepa, known as Sithandazile Nkomo, died in a head-on collision on the M62 on July 11. The Nissan Juke driver was travelling the wrong way. Tributes pour in for the philanthropist.
Police Probe Dad's Assault Claim at Starbank School
Police are investigating after a father claimed he was assaulted at Starbank School in Birmingham. CCTV footage will be examined as part of the probe into the July 9 incident.
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Youth Knife Crime Film Shortlisted for Two National Awards
A hard-hitting short film created by young people in Hertfordshire has been shortlisted for two major national awards, aiming to start honest conversations about knife crime.
Man Tasered After Police Chase with Cloned Car in Birmingham
A man was tasered and arrested in Birmingham after a police pursuit involving a cloned car, which was linked to a burglary in Warwickshire.
Sue Ryder Starlight Hike Returns to New Venue in Leeds
The annual Starlight Hike walking challenge returns to a new venue at the University of Leeds on October 10, raising funds for end-of-life care with 5km and 10km routes.
Volunteer recovery inspires FoodCycle summer appeal
A Swindon man who quit alcohol after drinking 23 cans of beer daily now volunteers at FoodCycle, cooking meals for neighbours. The charity urgently needs more helpers for summer.
Chef Raises £700 for Veterans in 60-Mile Bike Ride
Head chef Matt Cripps raised over £700 for Broughton House veteran care village by cycling 60 miles from Manchester to Blackpool in 34°C heat.
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Three Bassetlaw parks win Green Flag Awards
Three parks in Bassetlaw have been awarded Green Flag status: Langold Country Park (3rd year), Kings' Park (19th year), and The Canch (13th year). The awards recognise high maintenance and community facilities.
Martin Lewis Warns of Amazon iPhone Scam After Near Miss
Money expert Martin Lewis nearly fell for an Amazon iPhone scam. He warns shoppers to be vigilant after receiving a convincing fake email about an iPhone order.
FoodCycle Appeals for Volunteers in Newcastle and Gateshead
FoodCycle urgently needs volunteers in Newcastle and Gateshead to fill over 8,500 slots nationwide to keep free weekly community meals running this summer, serving those facing hunger and loneliness.
Level crossing fault may have caused fatal crash killing mum
Investigators found the barrier lights at the Hoghton level crossing were not activated before Kerry Coombes' car was hit by a train, killing her and injuring her daughter.
FoodCycle Needs Volunteers in Sunderland to Fight Hunger
FoodCycle appeals for volunteers in Sunderland to keep free community meals running this summer, needing to fill over 8,500 slots nationally to prevent hunger and loneliness.
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Buns, Brioche and Bao Need Homes in West Midlands
Three adorable rabbits named Buns, Brioche, and Bao are looking for loving forever homes in the West Midlands. The RSPCA is seeking adopters for these bonded bunnies.
Rainham Swim Teacher Retires After 48 Years
Debbie Organ, 66, retires after 48 years teaching thousands of Havering residents to swim, leaving a legacy of generations of families and trained instructors.
Starlight Hike Cheltenham: Remembrance Walk for Sue Ryder
Registration opens for Starlight Hike in Cheltenham on Oct 17. Walk to remember loved ones and raise funds for Sue Ryder's end-of-life care, with live music and a lit hospice route.
St Ives Choir Raises £1,200 for Carers Charity
St Ives Community Choir raised over £1,200 for Caring Together Charity at a summer concert attended by more than 100 people, supporting unpaid carers in Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, and Norfolk.
DWP confirms £2.41 weekly boost for state pensioners
State pensioners born after 1951 can gain an extra £2.41 per week by deferring their pension for nine weeks, with a 1% increase for each nine-week deferral period, according to the DWP.
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Sean Sewell jailed for sex attack on girl, 10, in Birmingham pub
Sean Sewell, 46, was jailed for six years and five months for sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl in a Birmingham pub and exposing himself on a bus.
Police Officer Dismissed for Misconduct
PC David Maggs, formerly of Staffordshire Police, has been dismissed after sending unwanted messages and touching a colleague while off duty. He is now on the College of Policing's Barred List.
Alum Rock Stabbing: Man Hospitalised in Second Attack in Eight Days
A man in his 30s was stabbed on Alum Rock Road, Birmingham, on July 15, 2026, the second stabbing in eight days. He suffered serious arm and stomach injuries but is not in life-threatening condition. Police are investigating.
Smethwick rapist jailed six years for park rape
Islamuddin Talash, 43, from Smethwick, has been jailed for six years for raping a vulnerable 20-year-old man in Abbey Park, Leicester, after two teenage witnesses helped police identify him.
Birmingham Man Jailed for Assaulting 10-Year-Old Girl
A 46-year-old Birmingham man has been jailed for 10 years after assaulting a 10-year-old girl in a park. The attack occurred in July 2023, and the victim's family has spoken of their trauma.
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Rossendale Parks Win Green Flag Awards
Four parks in Rossendale have received Green Flag Awards for high standards of care, maintenance, and community involvement, marking 30 years of the scheme.
Chelmsford Housebuilder Donates £1,500 to PTSD Assistance Dog Charity
Barratt and David Wilson Homes donated £1,500 to Service Dogs UK, funding a PTSD assistance dog for veterans and emergency workers. The charity, founded in 2015, has hubs in Essex, Somerset, and the south coast.
Teen Who Died at Park Was Holding Onto Vehicle Before Fall
Tallulah Bradford, 18, died after falling from a moving loading vehicle at Chalkwell Park. An inquest heard she was holding onto the side before falling and being run over.
Walsall Hacker Jailed for £29m TfL Cyber Attack
A Walsall hacker has been jailed for a cyber attack on Transport for London that caused £29 million in losses, including a ransom demand and system shutdowns.
Searches after man seen with machete near Small Heath schools
West Midlands Police conducted searches after reports of a man with a machete on Hob Moor Road, Bordesley Green. No one was found, and patrols continue.
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Solihull clashes: fans and police after England match
Trouble broke out on Poplar Road in Solihull after England's World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina, with social media footage showing police using batons and punches.
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