Man Charged After Heron Foods Worker Stabbed in Birmingham
Reece Allen, 31, from Birmingham, faces multiple charges including robbery and wounding after a shop worker was stabbed during a robbery at a Heron Foods store in Shard End.
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Rotary President Inspires Church Wilne on Membership Growth
President Jane Hopkins of the Rotary Club of Sawley delivered an inspiring talk to the Rotary Club of Church Wilne, focusing on strengthening membership and community engagement through upcoming public events.
Blue Plaque for Women's Suffrage at Hatfeild Hall
Hatfeild Hall in Wakefield will unveil a blue plaque celebrating Dame Millicent Fawcett and the Beaumont family's suffrage work, marking International Women's Day 2026.
Four Charged with Murder of Teenager Tristan Shae Kerr
Four defendants appeared at Newport Magistrates' Court charged with the murder of 17-year-old Tristan Shae Kerr. The hearing saw family members removed after disturbances.
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Fire Walk Funds Hospital Gaming Cart for Patients
Katie Harris, a clinical physiologist, raised £1,545 by completing a fire walk challenge for Glangwili Hospital's neurophysiology department to purchase a gaming cart for patients.
14 Residents Trained in Lifesaving CPR and Defibrillator Skills
A community programme in Llanfyllin, run with Welshpool Rotaract, has trained 14 more residents in CPR and defibrillator use, empowering locals to save lives while awaiting emergency services.
Midlands Police Warning Over Key Safe Thefts
Staffordshire Police issue urgent advice after night prowlers target key safes across the region, leading to home invasions and vehicle thefts.
Handsworth Attack: Man Cleared of Attempted Murder
Razvan Mut has been cleared of attempted murder but admitted wounding after a violent attack on Stephen Watts in Handsworth, Birmingham, involving over 50 blows.
Running Challenge Raises Funds for Shoe-Aid Charity
Richard MacRae is running to raise funds for Shoe-Aid, a UK charity providing footwear to homeless people. His training runs and organised events in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire aim to support this vital cause.
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West Midlands Garden Centre Among Britain's Best
St. Peter's Garden Centre in Worcester has been ranked 23rd best in Britain by the Garden Centre Association, celebrating with its community on Instagram.
Jogger Rescues Woman from Icy Staffordshire Canal
A Staffordshire woman recounts her dramatic rescue from a freezing canal by a marathon-training jogger after her dog's plunge led to her falling into the icy waters near Stone.
£300 Cost of Living Support for Non-Benefit Households
Blackpool Council offers £200-£300 payments from the DWP Household Support Fund to residents not on benefits, helping with energy and water costs amid rising living expenses.
Pensioners' Guide to Inheritance Tax Protection for Families
Practical strategies for pensioners to reduce inheritance tax bills through legal gifting, allowances, and loopholes, helping families preserve wealth across generations.
Travellers Occupy Birmingham Park Near Star City
A group of travellers has moved onto Mount Street Play Park in Nechells, Birmingham, near Star City. Councillor Lee Marsham has reported the illegal occupation and called for eviction proceedings.
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Railway Volunteer Invited to King's Garden Party
Hazel Birkenhead, a cherished volunteer at Llangollen and Corwen Railway for over 40 years, receives a surprise invitation to Buckingham Palace, honouring her tireless community service.
Universal Credit: Four Groups Get Higher Rate from April
DWP reforms introduce new Universal Credit health element rates from April. Four specific groups will receive the higher rate of £429.80, while new claimants get £217.26.
Universal Credit Health Element Cut by £212 Monthly
The Department for Work and Pensions announces a £212 monthly reduction in Universal Credit's health element while increasing the standard allowance to incentivise employment.
Machete Attack in Shirley: Police Update
West Midlands Police provide an update after a machete attack in Shirley left a teenager with life-changing injuries. Two boys remain in hospital.
Freemasons Fund Early Family Support in London Borough
A £60,000 donation from Essex Freemasons is enabling LifeLine Projects to provide crucial early intervention for up to 40 families with young children in Barking and Dagenham, strengthening long-term outcomes.
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CCTV Appeal After Indecent Exposure in Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands Police have released CCTV images and are appealing for information after an indecent exposure incident on a canal towpath in Sutton Coldfield last December.
Police Warning After Pickpockets Strike Wolverhampton High Street
West Midlands Police issue urgent warning after a man and woman steal bank cards and cash from a victim on Tettenhall High Street. Residents urged to stay vigilant.
XL Bully Ashes Returned in Tonic Water Box
A mother from Cheshire is devastated after her beloved XL Bully's ashes were sent in a recycled Fever Tree tonic water box following the dog's seizure and destruction under the breed ban.
UK Pensioners Urged to Claim £4,300 DWP Top-Up
The DWP urges eligible UK pensioners to claim Pension Credit, a state pension top-up worth up to £4,300 annually, with new rates rising in April.
Gen Z Dislikes Dating Apps But Stuck for Options
A new study reveals 78% of Gen Z crave traditional romance, yet 46% feel trapped by dating apps with no other way to meet someone, highlighting a modern love paradox.
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Universal Credit claimants get £300 annual boost
Millions of Universal Credit claimants will receive an above-inflation increase in payments from April, with single claimants getting £300 extra annually and couples receiving £480 more.
DWP Reforms Benefits with New £217 Health Rate
The Department for Work and Pensions announces Universal Credit changes, introducing a lower £217 health element rate to address work incentives while boosting standard allowances for millions.
London Residents Hit with £200k Energy Bill After Mistake
Residents at River Gardens in Greenwich, London, have been charged a staggering £198,986 for heating and hot water after a managing agent's error led to a tariff delay.
50 Illegal E-Bikes Seized and Crushed in Birmingham
West Midlands Police have seized over 50 illegal e-bikes in Birmingham city centre, with modified bikes sent to be crushed as part of a safety crackdown.
DWP Urged to Improve Support for 1.4 Million Carers
A new report highlights the struggles of 1.4 million Carer's Allowance claimants, with one million providing full-time unpaid care equivalent to a job.
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Council Tax Loophole Used by Second-Home Owners
Over 200 English councils now impose 100% council tax premiums on second homes, but owners are switching to holiday lets to avoid charges, with holiday let registrations rising by 1.2%.
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