Emotional 80-Mile Walk for Neonatal Charity
Four men walked from Oxford to Leicester, raising nearly £5,000 for First Touch, the NHS neonatal unit that cared for a baby with cystic fibrosis.
Category : Community
Hackney Volunteer Receives British Citizen Award
Tskenya-Sarah Frazer from Hackney has been awarded the British Citizen Award for her decade of community work, including food bank support and advocacy.
Man Denies Driving Gunman to Birmingham Shooting Scene
Tyveve Malone, 21, denies possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life after allegedly driving Gavin Parry to an industrial unit where he was shot dead in Birmingham in 2021.
Guide Dogs Seeks Puppy Raisers in South Yorkshire
Guide Dogs is urgently appealing for volunteers in Sheffield, Doncaster, and South Yorkshire to help raise and train puppies like Drew, who are destined to become life-changing guide dogs for people with sight loss.
DWP May Refund Thousands in Carer's Allowance Overpayments
The Department for Work and Pensions could wipe debts and refund money to tens of thousands of unpaid carers following a review into overpayments dating back to 2015.
Arrest at Birmingham Burlesque Star Wars Show
A 54-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault during a performance of The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody at The Old Rep Theatre in Birmingham.
National Trust Podcast Features Worksop's Time-Capsule House
A new National Trust podcast episode delves into Mr Straw's House in Worksop, a preserved 1920s home, offering insights while the property undergoes winter cleaning.
Man Jailed for 15 Years Over 3D-Printed Gun Plot
Robert Adamski, a Polish national with neo-Nazi links, has been sentenced to 15 years for attempting to manufacture firearms using a 3D printer in east London.
Driver Jailed for Fatal 73mph Crash Killing Teen Friend
A reckless driver has been sentenced to five years in prison after causing a fatal crash that killed his 17-year-old passenger in Much Wenlock. The vehicle was found to have illegal tyres and was travelling at excessive speed on a wet road.
Asylum Seeker Convicted of Park Rape
Sheraz Malik, an asylum seeker, has been found guilty of raping a vulnerable woman in Sutton Lawn park. The jury rejected his claims of consensual sex.
Doncaster Volunteers Mark 20-Year Friendship Milestone
Margo Ram and Yvonne Barnes have volunteered together at Doncaster Royal Infirmary for two decades, providing vital support and friendship to patients and visitors.
Birmingham Man Charged with 14 Shoplifting Offences
A 39-year-old man from Harborne, Joshua Findlater, has been charged with 14 counts of shoplifting and one assault offence, appearing at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court.
Solihull Primate Owners Told to License Pets Before April
New government legislation makes it illegal to keep primates without a licence from April 6, with Solihull Council warning owners could face jail or unlimited fines.
Burbage Sailing Coach Colin Magee Awarded MBE
Colin Magee, a sailing coach from Burbage, receives an MBE from Princess Anne for nearly 60 years of volunteering, founding the Leicestershire Youth Sailing Association.
DWP Breaks Silence After Benefit Error Letter Tragedy
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued a response after a vulnerable mother died by suicide following an incorrect benefits decision. Tamara Jade Logan's mental health deteriorated after receiving the letter.
Local Fundraiser Raises £100k for Dogs Trust Over Eight Years
Tammy Preston, known as 'Tammy the Dogs Trust Lady', has achieved an extraordinary fundraising milestone, raising £100,000 over eight years for Dogs Trust Basildon through dedicated online community efforts.
Leasehold Reforms: Ground Rent Cap and Commonhold Rights
Sweeping leasehold reforms announced by the Government will cap ground rents at £250 annually and allow leaseholders to switch to commonhold ownership in England and Wales.
Rotary Santa Sleigh Funds Support Ashby Charities
Four local charities in Ashby-de-la-Zouch have received vital funding from Rotary Clubs' festive Santa Sleigh collections, supporting hospice care, disability sailing, conductive education, and terminal illness support.
Katie Price Breaks Silence on Husband's Controversy
Katie Price has spoken out to defend her new husband, Lee Andrews, amid growing questions about his professional claims and the authenticity of their recent Dubai wedding.
Birmingham Dealer Jailed for Cocaine Hidden Under Ashtray
Dragomir Bonculescu, 22, from Handsworth, has been sentenced to over two years in prison after Staffordshire Police discovered cocaine worth £1,120 concealed under an ashtray during a traffic stop in Chadsmoor.
Starmer's Ground Rent Shake-Up: Key Changes Explained
The Government announces a landmark leasehold reform bill, capping ground rents at £250 annually and phasing them out after 40 years to save homeowners billions.
Katie Price Declares Unconditional Love for Husband After UK Return
Katie Price has returned to the UK and shared an emotional Instagram message declaring unconditional love for her new husband Lee Andrews, following their whirlwind Dubai wedding.
MYTIME Young Carers Bournemouth Bay Run Team
MYTIME Young Carers invites walkers, joggers, and runners to join its team for the Bournemouth Bay Run on March 22. Choose from 5k, 10k, or half marathon distances to support young carers.
Tamworth Attack: Woman Seriously Injured, Police Appeal
Staffordshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was violently assaulted from behind in Marmion Street, Tamworth, sustaining serious facial injuries requiring hospital treatment.
Liverpool Doubles Family Hubs with Five New Centres
Liverpool City Council is expanding its Family Hub network, with five new centres opening in January and February, doubling the city's total to ensure every neighbourhood has access.
Dad Raises Three Sons on Narrowboat for Freedom
Andy Simpson reveals how moving his family onto a narrowboat along the Grand Union Canal transformed their lives after tragedy, offering healing, connection to nature, and financial relief.
Police Hunt Woman in Santa Hat After Solihull Pensioner Theft
West Midlands Police are seeking a woman wearing a Santa hat after an elderly woman in her 80s was pick-pocketed in a distraction theft near Sears Retail Park in Solihull.
Free Room on the Broom Trail Opens Near Birmingham
A free Room on the Broom trail has launched at Wyre Forest near Kidderminster, offering families magical activities and celebrating the book's 25th anniversary throughout 2026.
Free Julia Donaldson Trail Launches in Wyre Forest
A new free Room on the Broom trail has launched at Forestry England Wyre Forest near Kidderminster, featuring interactive activities and forest facts for families.
Zombie Knife Seized in Birmingham Police Operations
West Midlands Police's Project Guardian taskforce arrested three men and seized a zombie knife and drugs during proactive weekend operations in Birmingham city centre and Alum Rock.
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