Police Appeal After 93-Year-Old Woman Attacked in Robbery
West Midlands Police are urgently seeking witnesses after a 93-year-old woman was violently assaulted and had her mobility trolley stolen in a daylight robbery in Birmingham.
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Girl, 9, Dies in Birmingham BMW Crash, Others Injured
A tragic two-car collision in Hockley, Birmingham, has claimed the life of a nine-year-old girl, with a woman and two other children hospitalized. Two men from a BMW have been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and drug-related offenses.
Bully Beat Pregnant Girlfriend to Lose Baby, Court Told
Samuel Wilton, 24, assaulted his pregnant partner and engaged in coercive control, demanding sex and money for drugs while leaving her with no privacy, North Staffordshire Justice Centre heard.
Derby Man Convicted of Murder After Stabbing Friend 11 Times
Thomas Turner, 64, has been found guilty of murdering Mandy Riley, 47, in her Derby home. He stabbed her 11 times in the neck after she refused to give him money, then stole cash from her purse to buy alcohol and drugs.
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Rossendale Ramblers: Walks in Rain and Sun, Upcoming Events
Rossendale Ramblers faced mixed weather on recent walks, with 26 enjoying dry spells at Whalley and 11 enduring rain at Abbey Village. Upcoming events include pub walks and scenic routes, with details on joining the group.
Man Pulls Imitation Gun While Police Secretly Follow
Mark Davies avoided jail after pulling an imitation firearm from his car boot while being secretly followed by police officers in Burslem, claiming he felt 'gang-stalked'.
14-Year-Old Arrested in Chloe Watson Dransfield Murder Case
West Yorkshire Police have arrested a 14-year-old boy on suspicion of murder following the death of 16-year-old Chloe Watson Dransfield in Leeds. Three other teenagers have been charged and remanded into custody.
Driver Avoids Jail After Fatal Crash Killing Couple on Birthday Trip
A 28-year-old driver who caused a fatal collision that killed a young couple heading for a romantic birthday break has received a suspended sentence. The tragic incident occurred during heavy rain on the A477 in Carmarthenshire.
Low 'Revenge Porn' Charge Rate in West Midlands Exposed
West Midlands Police investigated over 530 alleged revenge porn cases in late 2025, but only six resulted in charges, a mere 1.1% prosecution rate.
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Kent Farm Owner to Row English Channel for Charity
Martin Richmond-Coggan, a 75-year-old farm owner from Kent, will row across the English Channel overnight in April to raise funds for the Pearce Coggan Foundation, a charity promoting wellbeing through nature.
Macclesfield's Mining History Revealed in Rare Archive Photos
A collection of enchanting historical photographs from the Cheshire Archives showcases life in and around Macclesfield, focusing on Poynton Colliery's coal mining heritage from the 1910s to 1930s.
97-Year-Old Volunteer Awarded Life Membership at Hospital Radio
John Webber, who turns 97 in May, receives honorary life membership from Hospital Radio Glamorgan for his 28 years of dedicated service and ongoing Sunday night show.
Oddfellows Spring Social Events Connect North Wales and Chester
The North Wales and Chester Oddfellows friendship group is launching a new season of spring activities, including scenic walks, day trips, and social gatherings, to help residents meet new people and explore the local area.
Lea Valley u3a Explores Hertfordshire Aviation History
Members of the Lea Valley u3a recently enjoyed a captivating presentation on 110 years of Hertfordshire's aviation history, led by RAF Museum guide Guy Thomas. The talk covered pioneering flights, wartime roles, and glamorous Hollywood connections at loca
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Erdington Couple Fostering 80 Kids Win Community Hero Award
Javaid and Samina Iqbal, who have fostered approximately 80 children over 22 years, received Scrivens Opticians' Community Hero Award for their unwavering dedication and impact.
Dudley Council's Patrol Plan Could Make Volunteers Targets
Dudley Council's proposal to introduce community champions to report antisocial behavior has sparked safety concerns, with one councillor warning volunteers could become targets themselves during patrols.
Lichfield Shopfront Heritage Scheme Launches with £900k Grant
A new consultation and grant program aims to protect Lichfield's traditional street scenes by funding shopfront restorations and establishing a voluntary design code for businesses.
Compulsory Home Sales for Seven New Towns in England
The Labour government has confirmed seven new town locations, potentially forcing homeowners to sell properties to accommodate up to 40,000 homes per town through compulsory purchase powers.
Contaminated Land and Costs Block West Midlands Homes
Developers in the West Midlands face major barriers like contaminated land cleanup and rising construction costs, hindering the delivery of much-needed housing amid a social housing waiting list exceeding 65,000 households.
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Dudley Council Housing Sell-Off Sparks Tory Clash
A Dudley Council committee meeting erupted in conflict over plans to sell off council homes deemed too costly to repair, with cabinet member Ian Bevan defending the policy against fellow Conservatives' concerns about property management and tenant respons
Leicester Named England's Poorest City in Income Study
A new study reveals Leicester has the lowest disposable income in England, with residents left with little money after paying bills, highlighting a growing regional divide.
Sutton Coldfield Fraudster Jailed for £250k Scam
A Sutton Coldfield fraudster has been sentenced to prison for swindling elderly victims out of over £250,000 through a sophisticated scam, highlighting community safety concerns.
WMP Officer Pushes for Safety Stickers on Regional Buses
A West Midlands Police education officer supports a campaign to place non-emergency reporting stickers on bus seats to combat anti-social behaviour and enhance passenger safety.
Councillors Seek Compulsory Purchase Powers for Brownfield Land
West Midlands councillors are advocating for the use of compulsory purchase orders to force land owners to sell brownfield sites, aiming to address the region's housing crisis with over 65,000 households on waiting lists.
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Birmingham Fraudsters Jailed for Scams Against Vulnerable
Multiple fraud cases in Birmingham courts reveal criminals targeting pensioners, faking cancer, laundering millions, and selling counterfeit goods, with all perpetrators receiving prison sentences.
Texan Woman's Birmingham Revelation: Safety and Gun Laws
Melinda Kaye Woodhouse-Rice, who swapped Dallas for Birmingham nearly three decades ago, reveals the one major positive difference she's found: feeling safer in the UK city due to strict gun laws and community atmosphere.
West Midlands May Use CPOs to Unlock Hostage Sites for Housing
The West Midlands Combined Authority is exploring compulsory purchase orders to force landowners holding sites hostage, aiming to address a housing crisis with over 65,000 on waiting lists.
Dudley Political Rivals to Box for Charity in August
Dudley Council leader Patrick Harley and community campaigner Shaz Saleem will box at Dudley Town Hall on August 21 to raise up to £40,000 for local charities. The political figures are training intensely for the bout, which aims to support the mayor's ch
Universal Credit claimants get extra £608 as two-child cap ends
The Government has announced major rule changes to benefits, with the two-child cap being scrapped from Monday. This will provide hundreds more pounds monthly to some of the poorest families, including an extra £608 for parents with four children.
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Birmingham Teacher Reveals Stark Child Poverty in Schools
A primary school teacher in Birmingham has shared shocking examples of child poverty, including pupils being taught basic hygiene and arriving with minimal packed lunches.
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