Three More Teens Arrested in Shirley Machete Attack
West Midlands Police have arrested three additional teenagers on suspicion of attempted murder following a violent machete attack outside a Stratford Road shop in Shirley earlier this month.
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Car Cloning Crisis: Drivers Pay for Others' Crimes
UK drivers are being forced to pay fines and face legal issues due to a surge in car cloning, an under-recorded crime where criminals copy number plates from legitimate vehicles.
Young Farmers' Tractor Run Raises £9,000 for Charities
Pontfaen Young Farmers Club's annual illuminated tractor and 4x4 run has successfully raised over £9,000 for vital causes, including Wales Air Ambulance and The Brain Tumour Charity, with additional donations to local hospital paediatric wards.
Two Hurt in Sutton Coldfield Asylum Hotel Protest Clash
Two anti-racism activists required hospital treatment following violent altercations between protest groups outside a former Ramada hotel housing asylum seekers in Sutton Coldfield.
Co-op Worker Assaulted in Walsall Robbery: Police Appeal
West Midlands Police have launched a CCTV appeal after a shop worker was shoved to the floor during a robbery at a Co-op store in Shelfield, Walsall.
Hit-and-Run Appeal in Tamworth After BMW Hits Ford
Staffordshire Police are urgently seeking witnesses and dashcam footage after a black BMW collided with a silver Ford Focus on Dosthill Road and fled the scene last Wednesday afternoon.
Police Seize 20 Weapons, Make 50+ Arrests in January
West Midlands Police's Project Guardian taskforce seized 20 weapons including 11 knives and arrested over 50 people across the region in January as part of a crackdown on youth violence and knife crime.
Mosque worshippers told 'go back inside' after fatal stabbing
Worshippers at Oldbury Jamia Masjid in Smethwick were instructed to return inside after a fatal stabbing outside during Ramadan prayers, leaving the community in shock.
Village Split Over Signs Funded by Driver Who Killed Partner
A Norfolk village is deeply divided over speed awareness signs funded by a resident later convicted of causing his partner's death in a road crash. The victim's family demands removal, while the parish council insists they stay for safety.
Police Crackdown on Illegal Parking in South Oxfordshire
Thames Valley Police target anti-social parking and motorway obstruction at industrial sites, uncovering unpaid fines and immigration issues.
Teen Dies in Stabbing Outside Smethwick Mosque
An 18-year-old has tragically died following a stabbing incident outside Oldbury Jamia Mosque in Smethwick. Two other men were injured. Police are investigating but do not believe it was religiously motivated.
Jersey Proposes Mandatory Bans for Drug Driving
Jersey's infrastructure minister has proposed stricter laws introducing legal drug limits and mandatory driving bans for drug driving offences, with a focus on cannabis.
Clarkson Admits Ignorance Over Teen Social Media Dangers
Jeremy Clarkson reveals he was unaware of smartphone dangers facing teenagers, responding to Keir Starmer's pledge to strengthen online child protection laws.
Smethwick Murder Probe: Teen Dies Outside Mosque
A murder investigation is underway in Smethwick after an 18-year-old died following a stabbing outside Oldbury Jamia Mosque during Ramadan. Two other men were injured.
Rochdale Churches Announce Lent Services and Community Events
St Luke's, St Mary's, St Saviour's, St Chad's, and St Andrews in Rochdale detail upcoming services, Bible studies, concerts, and community activities for February and March, welcoming all.
Birmingham Man Charged with M6 Coach Sexual Assault
An 18-year-old Birmingham man has been charged with sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl on a coach on the M6 motorway. Warwickshire Police arrested the suspect after responding to the incident at Junction 1 services.
Wolverhampton Shooting Trial: Neo Graham Killed Near School
A murder trial hears how Neo Graham was fatally shot in a drive-by attack as parents collected children from a nearby primary school in Wolverhampton. Five men deny charges.
Birmingham Charity Appeals for Unused Bike Donations for Refugees
The Bike Project charity in Birmingham issues an urgent appeal for bike donations to help refugees facing transport poverty, having already supported over 4,100 people since 2019.
Birmingham Streets with Weapon Possession Reports Revealed
New police data discloses specific streets in Birmingham city centre where individuals were caught carrying weapons, with 21 reports filed in December 2025.
Dudley Council Rejects 34-Bed HMO Over 'Slum' Fears
Dudley Council planners have refused permission for a 34-bedroom HMO in the town centre, citing fears it could recreate historic slums and strain local services.
Shoplifter jailed over bungled Cadbury Creme Egg heist
Callum Little, 27, has been sentenced to 36 weeks in prison after a five-week shoplifting spree across Gateshead, including a failed attempt to steal a stand of Cadbury Creme Eggs.
Shop on Busy Road Could Become Seven-Bedroom HMO
A planning application has been submitted to transform a two-storey commercial building on Washwood Heath Road into a seven-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO).
Macclesfield's Past: Enchanting Archive Photos from Cheshire
A nostalgic journey through Macclesfield's history with rare archive images, from the Cat and Fiddle Inn to the legendary 108 Steps and Capesthorne Hall.
Community Centre Fundraiser for Kitchen Upgrade in Derby
West End Community Centre in Derby is hosting a fundraising event this April to upgrade its kitchen facilities. Funds will support vital services like a dementia day group and community kitchen.
Wallich Winter Campaign Raises £56k, Aids 4,000 Homeless
The Wallich's winter appeal raised £56,270, supporting 4,014 people with emergency grants, outreach, and housing. Communities across Wales showed immense creativity in fundraising efforts.
Rescue Dog Iggy Nominated for Crufts Hero Award After Neglect
A Midlands dog rescued from severe neglect in Turkey has been shortlisted for the Royal Kennel Club's Hero Dog Award at Crufts. Iggy, now a therapy dog, brings joy to dementia care homes despite his injuries.
Dispatch Team Apologizes for Weekend Article Delay
The Dispatch team has issued an apology for a delayed weekend article, emphasizing their commitment to quality over quantity and promising a return to full publishing power next week.
Grandmother Sells £4.5m Omaze Mansion for Family
June Smith, a 77-year-old widow from Essex, won a £4.5 million Cornwall waterfront home in an Omaze draw and sold it to help her children and grandchildren achieve financial security.
DWP Bank Checks Expansion Raises Claimant Concerns
The Department for Work and Pensions plans to expand bank account monitoring beyond Universal Credit, Pension Credit, and ESA, sparking warnings about discouraging legitimate claimants from reporting changes.
70 New Homes Proposed for Pelsall Green Belt Site
RCA Regeneration has launched a public consultation for up to 70 new homes on green belt land off Allens Lane in Pelsall, with 50% affordable housing and enhanced public spaces.
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