Lichfield City Centre Dispersal Order This Weekend
Staffordshire Police implement a 48-hour dispersal order in Lichfield city centre to combat rising anti-social behaviour, urging parents to inform young people.
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£300 Supermarket Vouchers Issued to UK Households
Surrey County Council is distributing £300 supermarket vouchers to eligible residents as part of the Household Support Fund, with applications opening monthly from today.
DWP PIP Payments Rise 3.8% - Up to £371 Extra
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms Personal Independence Payment rates will increase by 3.8% from April 6, 2026, with highest awards rising by approximately £371 annually.
Couple Lose €500k Lottery Ticket After Win
A Kerry couple who won €500,000 on a EuroMillions Plus ticket purchased in Cork almost lost their fortune when the ticket went missing hours after discovering their win.
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Joe Lycett's Stalker Found Guilty in Birmingham Court
Sam Egerton, 34, convicted of stalking comedian Joe Lycett after five-month campaign of threatening social media messages and loitering outside his Kings Heath home.
Birmingham Library Evacuated Over Welfare Incident
The Library of Birmingham was evacuated and cordoned off as emergency services responded to concerns for a man's welfare in Centenary Square, with no injuries reported.
Birmingham Arsonist Jailed for Candle Fire
A Birmingham man has been sentenced to four and a half years in prison after starting a fire in his flat that caused £500,000 in damage and left residents needing hospital treatment.
Valentine's Day Anti-Climax for 1 in 5 Brits
New research reveals 21% of Brits find Valentine's Day always disappointing, with 42% expecting to miss out entirely. Younger generations are driving a self-indulgence trend.
Three Convicted for Walsall Factional Violence Murder
Three men have been convicted for the murder of Mohammed Khan, 22, in Walsall. The judge described the stabbing as 'pure factional violence' on the streets.
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Man Denies Circling Streets for Girl, Claims She Looked 20s
Ahmad Mulakhil testifies at Warwick Crown Court, denying he searched for the alleged victim and stating she appeared to be in her early twenties during the Nuneaton incident.
Police Appeal After Racist Incident at Heartlands Hospital
West Midlands Police have issued a public appeal for information following an incident where a man shouted racist abuse and made threats at Heartlands Hospital in Birmingham.
Universal Credit: £425 Monthly Rise Confirmed
Millions of Universal Credit claimants will receive a significant payment increase from April, with monthly standard allowances rising by nearly £25 for single claimants.
Camp Leader Drugged Wife to Abuse Children
A 76-year-old summer camp leader from the Midlands has admitted to drugging his wife with Temazapam so she would not wake while he sexually assaulted children at a Leicestershire lodge.
Mayor's Charity Dinner for Hospice and Radio
Bollington Mayor Jon Weston is hosting a charity dinner next month to raise funds for East Cheshire Hospice and Canalside Radio, with an auction and entertainment planned.
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Serious Injuries in Handsworth Soho Road Incident
A man suffered serious injuries requiring advanced trauma care following an incident involving a group of people on Soho Road in Handsworth. Police have sealed off the area and launched an investigation.
Dudley Couple Jailed for £178k Pensioner Fraud
A Dudley couple who attempted to embezzle £178,000 from a vulnerable pensioner using a forged will have been sentenced to three years in prison each.
Two Birmingham Cannabis Farms Busted in Police Raids
West Midlands Police have dismantled two significant cannabis cultivation operations in Birmingham, seizing over 700 plants with an estimated street value exceeding £700,000.
Willenhall's Locksmith Quarter Housing Plans Submitted
Plans for 109 new homes in Willenhall's Locksmith Quarter have been submitted to Walsall Council, aiming to replace dilapidated industrial buildings with modern housing.
Universal Credit Payment Changes from April 2026
The DWP has confirmed a three-tier overhaul of Universal Credit from April 2026, featuring an above-inflation basic allowance rise, a CPI-linked increase for other elements, and a significant cut to the health top-up for new claimants.
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The Dog House Seeks Birmingham Families for Rescue Dog Show
Channel 4's BAFTA-nominated series The Dog House is searching for Birmingham families and individuals to adopt rescue dogs and share their stories on television.
Arson Arrest After Stechford Fire Evacuates Residents
A 35-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a significant fire at a three-storey house on Francis Road, Stechford, which led to precautionary evacuations of neighbouring residents.
Cirencester Community Awards 2026 Launch
Cirencester Radio and the Community Development Trust launch the 2026 Community Awards, celebrating charities, groups, and individuals making outstanding contributions to the town.
Fatal Stabbing Near De Montfort University Sparks Murder Probe
A man in his 20s has died after being stabbed near De Montfort University in Leicester. An 18-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of murder as police investigate.
Board Game Nights Unite Community at Hospice
Monthly board game gatherings at East Cheshire Hospice's Sunflower Living Well Centre are creating social connections for all ages, with no charity connection required to participate.
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Salop Leisure Nears £10k Hospice Fundraising Goal
Salop Leisure is on course to exceed its two-year £10,000 fundraising target for Severn Hospice, having already raised £7,880 through events, sales donations, and community initiatives.
Historic Music Collection Unveiled in Burnley Library
A historic collection of sheet music and a new performance space have been unveiled at Burnley Central Library, funded by a century-old bequest and Arts Council England.
Birmingham Man on Trial for Stalking Comedian Joe Lycett
Sam Egerton from Perry Barr denies stalking Birmingham comedian Joe Lycett over several months, with allegations including social media posts and loitering outside his address.
Ex-Footballer's Home Targeted by Burglars
Two burglars jailed for 56 months after targeting seven properties including former Aston Villa and Birmingham City striker Scott Hogan's home in Northwich.
Ella Thomas Splits from Footballer Lloyd Jones
Love Island star Ella Thomas appears to have ended her relationship with Charlton Athletic footballer Lloyd Jones eight months after going public, with social media clues pointing to a split.
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Lucy Letby's Prison Life in Netflix Documentary
A new Netflix documentary reveals Lucy Letby's prison life through a personal letter to a friend, detailing her daily routine and emotional struggles.
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