Teen Runs 300 Miles in Six Days for Maggie's
Sixteen-year-old Toryn Knoyle from Neath will run 300 miles in six days for Maggie's Cancer Centre, already exceeding his £1,000 fundraising target.
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Sunshine Zipline Opens on Newcastle Quayside
Thrill-seekers can now zipline 350ft across the River Tyne from Newcastle Quayside to Baltic Square, with proceeds supporting disabled children in the North East.
Solihull Town Centre May Get PSPO for Anti-Social Behaviour
Solihull councillors propose exploring a Public Space Protection Order to combat anti-social behaviour in the town centre, following similar orders in Chelmsley Wood and near Birmingham Airport.
Solihull Dad Quits Drinking After Drink-Driving Ban
Martin Winstanley, 40, from Solihull, was banned from driving for 12 months and fined £837 after being caught drink-driving following a family BBQ. He has since quit alcohol entirely.
Pensioners oppose Solihull shop's alcohol licence
Residents at a Castle Bromwich retirement village have lodged objections with Solihull Council against a new convenience store's bid to sell alcohol from 7am to midnight daily.
Birmingham residents demand charity bin removal after raids
Residents in Kingstanding call for removal of a charity bin after a video shows a couple raiding it; councillor Jex Parkin seeks council action.
Oldbury nursery unsafe, children at choking risk: Ofsted
Ofsted found Minee Monkeys nursery in Oldbury unsafe, with toddlers given whole sausages and left at risk of choking due to poor supervision during mealtimes.
Charleen Murphy Reveals Harrowing Targeted Attack
Love Island star Charleen Murphy reveals she was assaulted in a restaurant by a man who messaged her online, suffering cuts and a shattered glass.
Parents Charged After Twin Toddlers Die of Dehydration
A mother and father have been charged after their 15-month-old twin daughters were found dead in bed in Beuvrages, France. An autopsy revealed dehydration and underweight conditions.
Police Seek Cyclist Assaulted in Wolverhampton
Police in Wolverhampton are urgently seeking a cyclist believed to have been assaulted on Connaught Road. The man, wearing dark grey clothing, is wanted to ensure his safety.
Woman and Three Boys Arrested After Metal Bar Attack
A man in his 20s was left barely conscious after being struck with a metal pole in Droitwich. A 50-year-old woman and three 15-year-old boys have been arrested on suspicion of assault and are on bail pending further investigation.
Councillor Helped Stabbed Teen in Oldbury
Reform councillor Tuli Zefi broke up a violent attack and stayed with a stabbed 19-year-old, trying to stop bleeding until emergency services arrived in Oldbury.
Zoo Staff Heroic After Boy Thrown into Crocodile Pit
Johnson's Zoo staff are hailed as heroes after rescuing a 3-year-old boy allegedly thrown into a crocodile pit. The toddler is in stable condition but faces a lengthy recovery.
Drunk threatened to cut off heads in racist abuse at station
Hayden Wright, 31, jailed for nine months after threatening to stab police and cut off their heads, and racially abusing officers at Nottingham railway station.
Volunteer Tom Kirkham Secures Paid Work After Decade of Service
Tom Kirkham, a volunteer at Hope House Tŷ Gobaith in Bangor for over 10 years, has turned his volunteering into paid employment, working one day a week at the shop and four days elsewhere in retail.
Quad biker killed grandad with one punch, then cancelled tattoo
A thug who fatally punched a 62-year-old man in a Leicester park chose to cancel a tattoo appointment instead of calling for help. Joshua Moore pleaded guilty to manslaughter.
Bilston market reopens after £8m revamp hailed as best in UK
Bilston Market reopens after £8m improvements, with 170 stalls, new canopy, and upgraded facilities. Council leader calls it the best market in the country, securing its future for 50 years.
Cancer Research Wales Shop Marks 60th with July Deals
Cancer Research Wales shop in Bangor's Menai Centre marks 60th anniversary with 20% off, raffles, and 1960s-themed display throughout July.
Specsavers Director Raises Thousands for Children's Charities
Rupesh Shah and Specsavers colleagues raised over £2,600 by walking 30 miles across London, visiting 22 stores to support the National Deaf Children’s Society and the Royal Society for Blind Children.
Drug Dealer Jailed for Intimidation Campaign
Dean Hudson was jailed for four years and one month after arranging thugs to threaten a Midlands family, claiming a £42,000 debt, smashing windows, and damaging a police car.
Superhero 5K Fun Day raises £86,000 for children's hospital
Over 900 superheroes raised £86,000 at Glamorgan Cricket Club for Noah's Ark Children's Hospital, celebrating brave children and their families.
Oldbury Stabbing: Teen in Critical Condition, Police Probe
A 19-year-old is fighting for life after being stabbed in Oldbury. Police closed Church Street as they investigate an altercation between teenagers. A nearby pub expressed thoughts for the victim.
Pensioner Gets Two-Year Order for Neighbour Terror
Kevin Lowe, 73, received a two-year Criminal Behaviour Order after four years of verbal abuse that left neighbours too scared to leave their homes.
Rat-infested Wolverhampton supermarket fined £8,000
Fighting Cocks Supermarket in Wolverhampton was shut down after a routine inspection found rat droppings, gnawed food, and mould. The firm was fined £3,000 plus costs totaling £8,200.
Pride in Lancashire Awards Honour Community Heroes
Lancashire County Council launches Pride in Lancashire Awards to recognise individuals and groups making a difference. Nominations open until ceremony on November 27, hosted by Paralympic gold medallist Gregg Stevenson.
Specsavers London Staff Raise £2,600 for Children's Charities
Colleagues from 22 Specsavers stores across London walked 30 miles, raising over £2,600 for the National Deaf Children’s Society and the Royal Society for Blind Children.
Bees Swarm Outside Las Iguanas in Birmingham
Thousands of bees swarmed outside Las Iguanas in Brindleyplace, Birmingham, forcing people to keep their distance as the spectacle unfolded around 2pm on July 2, 2026.
Oh Honey returns to McArthurGlen West Midlands
Oh, Honey, the viral dessert trailer and coffee shop, returns to McArthurGlen West Midlands all summer due to popular demand, serving matcha and pudding treats.
Kinship Carer Shannon Runs 150km for Charity
Shannon, 30, from Cwmbran, runs 150 km in July for Kinship, supporting carers raising 11,000+ children in Wales. Inspired by her mother's memory, she runs nearly a marathon weekly.
Boy Arrested Over Solihull Car Burglaries
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit burglary after four break-ins in Solihull where two high-performance cars were stolen.
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