Tesco Robbery Suspect Arrested in Birmingham
A 46-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of robbing a Tesco Express in West Heath, Birmingham, after threatening staff with violence. He remains in custody.
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Teen Asylum Seeker Jailed for Rape in Wednesbury Shop Toilet
Wahidullah Hotak, 18, was sentenced to seven years for raping a woman in a shop toilet. His age was confirmed by Afghan authorities, reducing the sentence.
55,000 Complain Over DWP Motability Scheme Changes
55,000 people have signed a petition against DWP changes to the Motability Scheme for PIP and DLA claimants. The reforms, starting July 2026, include new mileage rates and taxes.
Driveway gates urged amid car part theft epidemic
UK drivers with driveways are advised to fit substantial gates or physical barriers as car cannibalism and chop shops surge, especially in Birmingham. Expert Clive Wain warns of rising thefts.
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Man Arrested for Shop Theft and Threats in Birmingham
A 46-year-old man was arrested by West Midlands Police's Operation Skybridge team for shop theft and threatening staff in Selly Oak, Birmingham.
Midland Woman Denies Stalking Earl Spencer
Marinela Atomei, 44, from Atherstone, denied stalking Earl Spencer by attempting to access his Althorp estate and sending emails. Trial set for April 2027.
Van Owner Fined for Flytipping in Stonnall
A van owner was fined £1,000 and had his vehicle seized after hidden cameras caught him dumping rubbish at a notorious flytipping hotspot in Stonnall, near Lichfield.
Cheshire College Fun Day: May 9 at Three Campuses
Cheshire College – South & West hosts a free Community Fun Day on May 9, 11am-2pm, across Chester, Crewe, and Ellesmere Port campuses with activities for all ages.
Free British Passports for Pensioners Born Before Sept 1929
State pensioners born on or before September 2, 1929, can get a free British passport under a 2004 rule, despite recent fee hikes to £102 for standard applications.
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Manhunt for Hit-and-Run Driver After Birmingham Dad Dies
A hit-and-run driver remains at large after fatally striking cyclist Thomas Brown in Hodge Hill, Birmingham. Police recover stolen car but no arrests made.
83-Year-Old Woman Robbed at Knifepoint in Brownhills
An 83-year-old woman was robbed at knifepoint on Silver Street in Brownhills, Walsall. Her bank cards were stolen and cash withdrawn. Police appeal for help.
Dedicate a Forget-Me-Not Flower to Honor Loved Ones This Spring
Celebrate the life of a loved one by dedicating a flower in Queenscourt Hospice's virtual Forget-Me-Not Field of Celebration. Donations support compassionate care.
Coke Can Discovery Leads to Drug Arrest in Stafford
A discarded Coca-Cola can containing monkey dust led police to a property in Stafford, where drugs, cash, and paraphernalia were seized, resulting in a man's arrest.
DVLA May Ban State Pensioners with Six Conditions from Driving
State pensioners with six common medical conditions including dementia and diabetes could be stopped from driving if deemed unsafe. Learn how to declare conditions to the DVLA.
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Smethwick man charged in multi-million pound cannabis raid
A Smethwick man is among six charged after police raided a disused industrial unit in Mansfield, uncovering over 4,800 cannabis plants worth millions.
Elderly Woman Ordered to Repaint Blue House by Council
Mary Kenny, 82, must repaint her blue house after Dover District Council issued an enforcement notice, citing the conservation area's character.
Stafford Teen Jagger Strang Pleads Guilty to Bomb Threats
Jagger Strang, 18, admitted possessing explosives and threatening to bomb Stafford College. He changed his pleas on trial day and will be sentenced in June.
State Pensioners Lose £185,000 in Postcode Lottery
State pensioners face a £185,000 gap in DWP payments due to life expectancy differences across the UK, with Fleet residents receiving far more than those in Blackpool.
Birmingham Labour candidate condemns antisemitic Facebook posts
Samarah Zaffar, Labour candidate for Lozells, has condemned antisemitic posts allegedly from her husband's Facebook account, calling them 'absolutely abhorrent'.
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Burntwood Murder Victim Named as Sashon Richards Brown
Police name Sashon Richards Brown, 32, as the man killed in Burntwood. Three suspects remain in custody, and a dog is in critical condition after being stabbed.
DWP urged to tighten Universal Credit rule after 197,000 migrant claims
New data shows nearly 1.5 million migrants claim Universal Credit, sparking calls for rule changes. Conservatives propose banning benefits for immigrants.
DWP Benefits Ban for 200,000 Universal Credit Claimants
Conservatives propose banning benefits for non-citizens, targeting 1.5 million migrants on Universal Credit, including 200,000 refugees. Labour defends reforms.
Folkestone Rotary Club Pioneers Flexible Volunteering Model
Channel Rotary in Folkestone launches 'Friends of Rotary' model, attracting over 70 supporters at inaugural event. New flexible approach boosts community projects and sets national example for modern volunteering.
DWP told to stop Universal Credit for 1.5 million migrants
Nearly 1.5 million migrants on Universal Credit, sparking calls from Conservatives to ban benefits for non-citizens. Labour proposes doubling settlement wait time.
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UK Tourists Stranded in Spain Over Dual Nationality Rule
A Scottish mother and her 11-month-old baby are stranded in Spain after Ryanair refused boarding due to new UK dual nationality rules requiring a Certificate of Entitlement to the Right of Abode.
Ex-Wrestler Boycotts Morrisons Over Manager Sacking
Former wrestler Kevin Smith, 66, boycotts Morrisons after manager Sean Egan was sacked for confronting a shoplifter who spat at him. Smith calls the dismissal 'disgusting'.
Walsall Parents' Grief After Son's Stabbing Death
The parents of Mohammed Khan, 22, speak of their heartbreak after he was stabbed to death in Walsall. Four men have been jailed for the murder.
Guilty: Man tried to murder wife left in coma
Amir Khan found guilty of attempting to murder his wife Madia Bano, who suffered a stab wound to the head and remains in a coma with permanent brain damage.
Ayla the bulldog needs home after two years in kennels
Ayla, an American bulldog, has been at Hilbrae Rescue Kennels for two years. The rescue centre hopes to find her a loving forever home.
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New Park and Playground Opens in Kidderminster
Talbot Park, a new green space with playground, opens in Kidderminster. Funded by Future High Streets Fund, it features climbing frames, seating, and links to shops.
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