Pensioners Can Claim £3,800 Attendance Allowance
Money Saving Expert highlights Attendance Allowance worth £3,800 annually for over-65s needing daily living help, regardless of income or savings.
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Bournville: The UK Village Where Pubs Are Banned
Explore Bournville, the historic Cadbury-built model village in Birmingham, where strict rules like an alcohol ban and property restrictions preserve its unique Quaker heritage.
Armed Police Raid Chesterfield Homes, Arrest Five
Five suspects arrested in Chesterfield after armed police execute early morning drug warrants, seizing drugs and cash in a dramatic operation.
Neighbour's Account of 25-Year 'Slave' Imprisonment
A neighbour of Amanda Wixon reveals she repeatedly contacted social services about the vulnerable woman held captive for 25 years in Tewkesbury, but claims nothing was done.
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£5,000 Donation for Melton Mowbray Foodbank
Storehouse foodbank in Melton Mowbray has received a £5,000 donation from The Barratt Redrow Foundation to support its vital work providing food, clothes and essentials to those in need.
Three Charged After Police Smash Birmingham County Lines Drug Line
Three individuals have been charged following police raids targeting a County Lines drug network in Birmingham, with significant quantities of Class A drugs, cash, and weapons seized.
Manchester Boxer Wins Award for Brain Charity
Brandon Jones from Sale raised over £1,300 for The Brain Charity through white-collar boxing after his brother suffered permanent brain damage, earning him the 'Most Inspiring Participant' award.
10 Sleepy West Midlands Villages for Peace in 2026
Discover 10 serene villages in the West Midlands, perfect for retirement or a quieter lifestyle in 2026, featuring historic churches, pubs, and scenic landscapes.
Birmingham's 9 Worst Areas for Park Access
New data highlights Birmingham neighbourhoods with the poorest access to parks and green spaces, based on postcodes within 900m of a park area.
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Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens Reopens for Spring
Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens, a 10-acre historic garden near Birmingham Airport, reopens for spring, offering colourful blooms, quiet walks, and unique plane-spotting opportunities.
Birmingham's 23 At-Risk Historic Buildings
Historic England lists 23 landmark buildings in Birmingham as at risk due to neglect, decay, or development threats, highlighting their architectural and community significance.
Amanda Holden's Gift to Piers Morgan in Recovery
Amanda Holden surprises Piers Morgan with custom 'Breaking News' crutches as he recovers from hip surgery after a fall, recalling her own experience with the brand.
Virgin Media O2 Pledges 12,000 Phones for Digital Inclusion
Virgin Media O2 pledges 12,000 mobile phones to people facing financial hardship through its Community Calling programme, matching its 2025 target to combat digital exclusion.
Rapper 'Singled Out for Death' in Gym Car Park Shooting
Tamba Momodu, 20, was shot six times in a 'cold-blooded revenge execution' outside a Telford gym, a court hears. Four men deny murder in an alleged revenge plot.
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Surveyor Jailed for Stealing £13,000 Jewellery
A surveyor from Birmingham has been sentenced to prison after admitting to stealing jewellery valued at over £13,000 from a property during a professional visit.
Heritage Risk in Walsall Leather Museum Move
A Walsall councillor warns that moving the Leather Museum without a Heritage Impact Assessment is reckless and could jeopardise its future funding and accreditation status.
Mercedes Hit-and-Run Driver Hunted in Redditch
Police in Redditch are searching for the driver of a black Mercedes Benz G Wagon involved in a hit-and-run collision with an e-biker on Birchfield Road, leaving the rider with substantial injuries.
Man Jailed for Brutal Attack on Mother in Stoke-on-Trent
Colin Hargreaves, 37, has been sentenced to over two years in prison after assaulting his mother in Goldenhill, Stoke-on-Trent, in a violent domestic incident.
£430 UC Boost for 4.2M from April 2026
Around 4.2 million Universal Credit claimants will receive a £430 monthly increase from April 2026, though new recipients face reduced payments under Labour's rule changes.
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16 Best West Midlands Family Homes - Value Guide
Discover 16 prime West Midlands locations offering affordable family living with excellent schools, job opportunities, and natural beauty according to Garrington's 2025 property rankings.
Man Jailed in Landmark Online Safety Case
Shabaz Khokar sentenced to over two years for threatening a Staffordshire teenager with rape and encouraging self-harm in first conviction under new Online Safety Act provisions.
Strictly Air Ambulance Returns to Brentwood
Essex & Herts Air Ambulance's Strictly Air Ambulance fundraiser returns to the Brentwood Centre on March 14, 2026, with tickets selling fast for the TV and film-themed dance spectacular.
Two Charged After Police Find Drugs and Cash in Birmingham
Two Birmingham men, Aadil Jabbar, 31, and Alexander Harrison, 36, have been charged with drug supply offences after police seized Class A drugs and cash in the Southside area.
Barston Named Among Britain's Posh Villages
Barston in Solihull has been highlighted as one of Britain's poshest villages, noted for its high house prices, rural charm, and excellent transport connections.
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Coalville Library Closure for £150k Modernisation
Coalville Library will close for seven weeks from January 26 for a £150,000 refurbishment, funded by Section 106 contributions, to improve layout, shelving, and children's sensory area.
Man Tries to Enter Vehicles at WWII Cemetery in Cannock
Staffordshire Police are appealing for information after a man was seen attempting to enter vehicles at the German Cemetery in Cannock. The incident occurred on Sunday, January 18.
Car Theft Warning as Temperatures Plummet from Monday
Drivers across the Midlands are urged to stay vigilant as plummeting temperatures from Monday create prime conditions for opportunistic car thieves targeting unattended vehicles.
Birmingham's Top 10 Most Popular Places to Move in 2026
A new study reveals Longbridge as Birmingham's most popular area for movers in 2025, with Stirchley showing notable growth. See the full top 10 list and trends.
£5,000 Donation for Nottingham Charity's Sensory Garden
Footprints Conductive Education Centre in Nottingham secures a £5,000 donation from the Irwin Mitchell Charities Foundation to fund a new sensory garden, enhancing support for children with disabilities.
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Police CCTV Hunt for Vulnerable Woman in Handsworth
West Midlands Police are urgently seeking to identify a vulnerable woman last seen on Putney Road in Handsworth, Birmingham, on Wednesday evening.
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