St John Ambulance Volunteer Gets BEM for 70-Year Service
A dedicated St John Ambulance volunteer from Birmingham has been awarded the British Empire Medal for over seven decades of service to the community.
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UK households may face £20 monthly TV costs if Freeview is phased out
Experts warn over 13 million UK households could pay around £20 a month if Freeview is phased out after 2034, affecting older and rural viewers.
West Midlands Police Responds to ASB Attendance Data
West Midlands Police attended 51.4% of antisocial behaviour incidents last year, with 5,290 out of 10,328 cases receiving a police visit. The force explains its response criteria.
Birmingham City Centre Leads ASB Incidents Police Data
West Midlands Police attended 445 antisocial behaviour incidents in Birmingham City Centre in 2025, out of 635 reported. The data reveals monthly breakdown and police response strategies.
AZ Director Moved by Colleagues' Memory Tree Donation
Lumi Jitariu-Sharpe was touched to learn her former colleagues at AstraZeneca had purchased a Memory Tree at East Cheshire Hospice to remember her late husband Geoffrey.
Daughter's Ultra Challenge for Mum's Broken Heart Syndrome
Jess Tate tackles the 10-mile North Yorks Ultra Challenge to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation after her mother's diagnosis with Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy, also known as broken heart syndrome.
South Wigston Buddy Bench Unveiled at Kilby Bridge
South Wigston Men's Shed created a narrowboat-inspired buddy bench at Kilby Bridge to encourage conversations and community connection, part of a UK-wide initiative.
Walkers Raise £6,800 for Hospice on St Oswald's Way
Peter Henshaw and John McKay, with dog Nora, completed a six-day pilgrimage along St Oswald's Way, raising £6,800 for East Cheshire Hospice using a satnav app and Nora's instincts.
St. Rocco's Hospice Receives £1,500 Donation from Redrow
St. Rocco's Hospice in Warrington receives a £1,500 donation from Redrow, boosting essential palliative care, therapies, and bereavement counselling for the community.
Lancashire Refuge Wins £1,000 for Children's Room Revamp
Clare House, a women's refuge in Lancashire, wins £1,000 at a Soup Dragon's Den event to refurbish its children's activity room into a multi-purpose space for play, creativity, learning, and emotional wellbeing.
Housebuilder Raises £10,000 for Grieving Children and Mental Health
Taylor Wimpey South Midlands raised £10,000 for Harry's Rainbow and Mind BLMK at their annual Contractor Awards, supporting bereaved children and mental health services across the region.
Santander Issues £160,000 Warning for Father's Day Scams
Santander warns of 'Hi Dad' scams as £160,000 stolen in 2026. Fraudsters target parents via messages or AI calls, especially before Father's Day.
State Pensioners Warned: Missing £965 Monthly Due to Myth
State pensioners risk losing £965 a month from DWP by not claiming their state pension. Learn how to avoid this costly mistake.
Birthday Party Ends in Handsworth Street Violence
Florin Viocu punched and kicked his cousin during a birthday party walk home in Handsworth. He later threatened to break his legs and hands in a social media message.
Birmingham Faith Leaders Unite Against Britain First Rally
Birmingham faith leaders from multiple religions condemn racism and call for peace ahead of a Britain First rally, celebrating the city's diversity and rejecting far-right ideology.
Travellers camp on Sutton fields, summer event in doubt
Travellers have arrived at King George's Playing Fields in Sutton Coldfield, breaking in through a padlocked gate. A midsummer event planned for Saturday may be cancelled due to the encampment.
Mum-to-be killed in crash: 'lost two lives and two futures'
Heather Allen, 25, died in a car crash in Nuneaton last September, along with her unborn daughter Blossom. Her family shares their grief.
Fake Taxi Driver Caught in Birmingham After Passengers Reveal Truth
Mohammed Ramzan, 38, from Handsworth, pleaded guilty to plying for hire and driving without a licence after being stopped on Corporation Street in Birmingham.
Birmingham Handyman Sentenced for Illegal Boiler Installation
Jaroslaw Mazan was sentenced after fitting an illegal boiler in Birmingham, causing a gas leak deemed an 'immediate danger to life.' He falsely claimed Gas Safe registration.
£18m Plan to Tackle Homelessness in Birmingham and Coventry
Over £18 million is proposed to address homelessness and rough sleeping in Birmingham and Coventry, with new supported housing units and enhanced services planned.
Two West Midlands Areas Top Supported Housing Demand
New data reveals the two West Midlands areas with the highest demand for supported housing, highlighting urgent need for more accessible homes.
Wanted West Midlands Man with Tattoos Prompts £1,000 Reward
Police offer £1,000 reward for information leading to arrest of wanted West Midlands man with distinctive tattoos. He is sought for burglary and theft offences.
Forensic Spray Given to Domestic Abuse Victims
West Mercia Police have introduced a groundbreaking safety measure, giving domestic abuse victims a special spray containing a unique forensic code visible only under UV light.
Emergency Services at Serious Collision in Halesowen
Emergency services rushed to Manor Way in Halesowen after a serious collision. One patient injured, road closed. Motorists advised to avoid area.
Tesco Dementia Fundraiser Raises £2,000
Tesco staff and customers raised £2,000 for Beacon Dementia and Wellbeing through an afternoon tea event in Haslingden, supporting local dementia care.
Retired Vicar Jailed for Child Abuse Images Claims Ignorance
Andrew Robinson, 77, a retired vicar, was jailed after police found prohibited images on his laptop during a routine check. He claimed he didn't think they were illegal.
Pensioner choked unconscious at Midlands bus station
A man in his 80s was choked unconscious during an alleged assault at Clay Cross bus station in Derbyshire. He required stitches but is expected to recover fully.
West Midlands Police's Four-Legged Squad Members
West Midlands Police's police dogs, part of the England squad, are captured in adorable photos showcasing their training and bond with handlers.
Father Guilty of Murdering Baby by Shaking
Bradley Thomas, 23, was found guilty of murdering his 14-week-old son Emmerson-Oak by violently shaking him, causing catastrophic brain injuries. Sentencing set for July 15.
Man guilty of murder after two-week hostage ordeal
Ashley Crowder, 36, convicted of murdering Graham Cox, 37, after holding him captive for 14 days, starving and beating him, then draining his bank account.
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