Jimmy Cricket Dies: Francis House Hospice Pays Tribute
Northern Irish comedian Jimmy Cricket, a long-standing Francis House Children's Hospice supporter, dies aged 80. He raised thousands through tours and charity events.
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Boy, 4, Cuts Hair at Birmingham Holiday Club; Council Responds
A Birmingham family is upset after a four-year-old cut his hair at a council-run holiday club. The council says supervision met NSPCC guidance.
Free Active Families Event in St Ann's August 17
St Ann's families can enjoy a free Active Families Event on August 17, featuring sports, fitness, roller skating, and wellbeing stalls, promoting healthier lifestyles and community ties.
Lozells Councillor Urges End to Persistent Fly-Tipping
Councillor Taj Uddin pleads with fly-tippers in Lozells to stop, as hotspots are cleared weekly but rubbish returns within 24 hours, risking fines.
Woman Dies in Herefordshire Crash; Two Injured
A woman died in a two-car crash on Perton Lane, Stoke Edith, Herefordshire, on Tuesday. Two others were injured but not seriously. Emergency services responded with three ambulances and an air ambulance.
Wolverhampton mum empowered by renters' rights training
A mum-of-seven, forced to move 120 miles from London to Wolverhampton after a no-fault eviction, gains confidence through Mayor Richard Parker's Renters' Rights Act training, leading to landlord action on mould.
Lichfield Police Get Dispersal Powers to Curb Youth Disorder
Staffordshire Police activate dispersal order in Lichfield city centre from 3pm Tue to 3pm Thu to curb youth anti-social behaviour, including cannabis use and vandalism.
Solihull Man Avoids Jail for Racist Emails to MP
Jagjivan Ram, 65, of Balsall Common, received a suspended six-month sentence for sending racially offensive and threatening emails to Reform UK MP Suella Braverman.
Former Youth Centre Future Confirmed as Church Takes Over
Birmingham Council confirms the former Malcolm Locker Youth Centre in Erdington will be revived by the Redeemed Christian Church of God for community activities, including youth programs and foodbank services.
Latvian Man in Court Over Coventry Hit-and-Run Death
Dolars Aleksanders, 23, accused of killing 12-year-old Keaton Slater in a Coventry hit-and-run, has been remanded in custody after extradition from Latvia.
Hambledon Hilly Run to Support Brain Tumour Research
The Hambledon Hilly running event, now in its 11th year, will support Brain Tumour Research after co-founder Chris Crowe's brother faced health challenges from a brain tumour.
Park Thanks Local Crew for Putting Out Small Fires
A West Midlands park has thanked a local crew for extinguishing small fires, preventing potential damage to the green space and wildlife.
Three arrested after teen shot in Birmingham park
Three men arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder after a 15-year-old was shot in Newtown park last month. Injuries not life-threatening.
Chellaston Care Home Raises £135 for Animal Rescue
Bluebell Park Care Home in Chellaston raised £135 and collected over 100 pet supply donations for Harley's Hounds Animal Rescue at a charity coffee morning.
Three Arrested After Teen Shot in Birmingham
Three men arrested after a 15-year-old boy was found with gunshot wounds in Birmingham. Police investigate the shooting.
Birmingham families 'struggling to make ends meet' as many facing 'incredibly sad' situations
Barnardo's Family Focus wellbeing worker Aimee McGuinness reveals the 'incredibly sad' situations Birmingham families face, from mold to financial stress, as new service helps.
Popeyes applies to open until 5am at Merry Hill
Popeyes has applied to Dudley Council to extend opening hours at Merry Hill Retail Park to 5am, pending approval, with public comments due by August 17.
Six Arrests in Bullring Theft Crackdown
West Midlands Police arrested a 43-year-old man at Bullring after security detained an aggressive thief. Five more arrests across Birmingham as part of Safer Towns Summer initiative.
Law Firm Raises £7,000 for Hospice, Nears £100k
WHN Solicitors' 18th charity golf day raises £7,000 for Rossendale Hospice, bringing total to £96,000, with £100k milestone in sight.
Love Island Winners Lorenzo and Julia Finally Go on First Date
Love Island winners Lorenzo and Julia have gone on their first date after she called him out on live TV, and he's deleted his Hinge profile.
Bright Blue urges 31% basic tax rate and 52% top rate
Bright Blue think tank proposes raising basic income tax to 31% and top rate to 52%, scrapping employer NI, sparking Tory criticism.
Dorset Firm Wins Signed Ball After Charity Challenge
Modulek raised £670 in the Big Keepy Uppy Challenge, netting a signed AFC Bournemouth ball. The event raised £3,406.25 for Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance.
Nursery worker loses 10st after quitting £400 takeaway habit
Alice Day, 30, from Warwick, dropped from size 24 to size 8 and lost half her body weight with Slimming World after giving up £400-a-month takeaways.
Dementia Charity Picnic Raises £625 in Chelmsford
A Big Green Picnic in Chelmsford raised £625 for Dementia Adventure, supporting people with dementia through outdoor activities and community connection.
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Man Arrested After Police Presence in Birmingham
A man has been arrested after a large police presence was seen on a Birmingham street. Officers were called to the scene on Tuesday evening, with the area cordoned off.
Good Samaritan Hurt in Raid Near Heartlands Hospital
A good Samaritan was injured intervening in a bag theft near Heartlands Hospital, Birmingham. Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to trace. No arrests have been made.
Leeds Bowling £1 Games All Week for Awareness Day
A Leeds bowling alley is offering £1 games all week until Sunday, August 9, to celebrate a national awareness day. The deal includes ten-pin bowling, arcades, and more at White Rose Shopping Centre.
Bra-B-Q Charity: Businesses Urged to Donate Prizes
Businesses are urged to donate prizes for Sutton Coldfield's Bra-B-Q charity fundraiser, which raises vital funds for local causes. The event returns this summer with a call for community support.
Former coffin factory could become children's play area
Dudley Council planners will decide on converting a former coffin warehouse in Halesowen into a soft play area for up to eight children, creating three jobs.
Lidl expands free food scheme to 196 UK stores
Lidl GB expands its 'Feed it Back' scheme to 196 UK stores, partnering with Olio to rescue surplus food. Expected to redistribute 5,000 tonnes yearly, equivalent to nearly 11.9 million meals.
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