Brother Runs Marathon for Epilepsy Action in Sister's Memory
Barry Ahearn, 45, is tackling the London Marathon to honor his sister Abbie, who died from an epileptic seizure, raising funds and awareness for Epilepsy Action.
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Starlight Walk Expects Record Turnout for Hospice
East Cheshire Hospice's Starlight Walk is set for a bumper turnout with over 350 walkers already registered. The event at Capesthorne Hall on April 16 offers a 2.5k memory walk with live entertainment, food, and lantern-lit routes.
Police Raid Homes in Birmingham and Walsall, Disrupt Drug Line
Four individuals were arrested in early morning raids across Birmingham and Walsall as West Midlands Police's County Lines Taskforce targeted a major drug supply operation known as the 'China line'.
Aberystwyth Businesses Back Hospice £50 Challenge
Carys Boyle Ceramics and Natwest Bank in Aberystwyth have joined Hope House Tŷ Gobaith's £50 Challenge, aiming to multiply funds for children's hospice care across North and Mid Wales.
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Gloucester Agent Runs Marathon for Armed Forces Charity
Tim O'Sullivan, director of CJ Hole Hucclecote, is training for the London Marathon to raise funds for SSAFA, honouring his brother Peter, a former Paratrooper who died by suicide ten years ago.
Man Knocked Out in Oswestry Street Brawl Near Pub
A man in his 20s was left unconscious after a violent street brawl near The Wilfred Owen Weatherspoon pub in Oswestry. Police are urgently seeking witnesses to the early morning assault.
MAFS Chris Robinson's Bittersweet Surrogacy Journey
Married At First Sight Australia star Chris Robinson opens up about the emotional highs and lows of his path to fatherhood, including a tragic loss in his surrogacy journey.
Leicester Big Walk Supports Elderly and Ill Pet Owners
Animal lovers in Leicester are invited to join a free Big Walk at Watermead Country Park on May 4 to raise awareness for The Cinnamon Trust, a charity helping older and terminally ill people care for their pets through volunteer support.
WMAS Technician Runs Hadrian's Wall for Air Ambulance Charity
Jonny Boyd, a technician from West Midlands Ambulance Service, will tackle the 85-mile Hadrian's Wall Path in under 24 hours to raise funds for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.
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Willenhall Social Club to Become 12 Flats in Redevelopment Plan
A planning application has been submitted to Walsall Council to convert the former Willenhall and District Workers Social Club into 12 apartments, including 10 one-bedroom and two two-bedroom units, with additional parking and extensions proposed.
Dusk's French Countryside Bedding Set Under £50
Dusk has introduced the Ophelia Toile bedding set, inspired by French countryside aesthetics, with prices starting from £35. The 100% cotton set features vintage-style prints and offers affordable elegance for bedroom transformations.
Tandem Bike Ride from Land's End to John o' Groats for Hospice
Megan and Mark Whittaker embark on a 14-day, 60-80 mile daily tandem bike ride across Britain to fundraise for Moya Cole Hospice, honoring their grandparents' memory.
Man Arrested for Racist Graffiti at Birmingham Islamic Centre
A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of racially aggravated criminal damage after offensive graffiti was sprayed on the Jami Community and Education Centre in Kingstanding, Birmingham.
DWP Cancels Two Benefits, Shifts to Universal Credit
The Department for Work and Pensions has officially closed Income Support and income-related Jobseeker's Allowance, moving claimants to Universal Credit as part of a major welfare system transformation.
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CCTV Appeal After Violent Assault in Birmingham's Stirchley
West Midlands Police have issued CCTV images of a man wanted for questioning after a violent assault on Pershore Road in Stirchley, Birmingham, where a victim was punched in the head.
Letter to 19-Year-Old Self Brought Tears and Perspective
A journalist reflects on finding a letter written to her future self at age 19, revealing emotional growth and changing life perspectives over three years.
Universal Credit Future Doubted for Eight Million Claimants
The BBC warns Universal Credit may not be fit for the future as rollout completes nine years late, with rising graduate unemployment and debt issues highlighted.
Husband Jailed for Strangling Wife and Stabbing Himself
Ian Butterworth, 55, has been sentenced to two years in prison for strangling his wife and assaulting police officers during two violent incidents at their holiday let property in Staffordshire.
Birmingham Landlords Rush Evictions Before May 1 Ban
Charities warn landlords are forcing last-minute evictions before new law abolishes section 21 notices. Reports show no-fault evictions surged to nearly one in three cases by January.
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Two Teens Held After Four Stabbed at Tenby Train Station
A 16-year-old boy and a 19-year-old man are in custody after four youths sustained non-life-threatening stab wounds in a serious disorder incident outside Tenby Railway Station on Tuesday evening.
Handgun, Machete Seized at Yardley Party; Three Charged
Three men have been remanded in custody after police seized a handgun and machete following reports of trouble at a house party in Yardley, Birmingham.
Universal Credit: Three Major Changes Now in Effect
The Labour government has implemented three key Universal Credit reforms, including a standard allowance increase, health element cuts for new claimants, and the scrapping of the two-child benefit cap.
Essex Voices Project Amplifies Local Stories on Radio
A new community radio initiative in Brentwood, Essex, is empowering residents to share their stories through basic training and equipment, supported by local organizations and council funding.
Birmingham Heritage at Risk: Saving Community Spaces
A journalist witnesses the decline of the historic Friends Institute in Sparkbrook, highlighting council neglect and urging residents to vote in upcoming elections to protect Birmingham's heritage.
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Royal Mail: Display 'I Have a Dog' Signs to Protect Postal Workers
Royal Mail is urging dog owners to display 'I have a dog' signs to alert postal workers, following a 2% rise in dog attacks. The campaign aims to prevent injuries and delivery suspensions.
Nurse Martha Giles Murder: Family Suspects Hospital Secrets
The 1959 unsolved murder of nurse Martha Giles at New Cross Hospital in Wolverhampton remains shrouded in secrecy, with her family believing she was killed to prevent her exposing hospital secrets. Metropolitan Police files are sealed until 2055.
Asylum Seeker Jailed for Cocaine Dealing in Midlands
An Albanian asylum seeker has been sentenced to prison for operating a cocaine drug line in Rugeley, Staffordshire, and faces automatic deportation upon release.
Birmingham Landmark Ordered for Urgent Repairs Over Safety Risk
Birmingham City Council has issued an urgent repair notice for the historic Methodist Central Hall after roof collapse, citing serious public safety concerns. The building, once home to the legendary Que Club, has been decaying for nearly a decade.
Machete Man's Three-Hour Rooftop Rampage in Handsworth
Joshua Brivett laughed in court while watching footage of his dangerous rooftop standoff where he threatened an asylum seeker and injured emergency workers during a mental breakdown.
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New Faces Added to West Midlands Police Most Wanted List (08.04.2026)
West Midlands Police have updated their most wanted list with five new suspects wanted for crimes including robbery, affray, and shop theft. Detectives are urging the public to call 999 immediately with any information.
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