Gulliver's Kingdom staff raise £5,000 for charity trek
Over 20 staff from Gulliver's Kingdom in Matlock Bath raised £5,000 by completing a 21km trek, with funds split between the Alternative Activity Centre and Teenage Cancer Trust.
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EACH Shoppers Raise £9,948 for Sibling Days
Shoppers at 57 EACH charity shops raised nearly £10,000 for sibling days, smashing the £8,500 target to fund creative workshops and outdoor adventures for children facing difficult circumstances.
Midland Couple Killed in Wedding Anniversary Crash
Mike and Shirley Savings, from Lichfield, died in a crash on the A1 while celebrating their 41st wedding anniversary on a Harley Davidson trike.
Childcare Group Urgently Seeks New Home After Closure
Flickers & Flyers CIC in Wallasey launched an urgent appeal after health and safety issues forced closure. The group seeks funds for new premises and Ofsted registration.
Ripley Event Links Seniors to Community Support
A free event in Ripley on October 1 will bring together charities, health services, and businesses to offer advice and support to older residents, carers, and families.
Birmingham Dad Told to Turn Life Around After Theft
Julian Donaldson, 40, stole £100 of laundry products from Farmfoods. He was given a conditional discharge and ordered to pay £211.
Man Banned from Asda After Exposing Himself, Jailed
Christopher Mander, 41, jailed for eight months after admitting public indecency, exposure, and drug possession; banned from Asda in Tunstall.
Leeds arts group Pyramid launches £20k crowdfunder
Pyramid, a Leeds arts group supporting people with learning disabilities and autism, launches a £20,000 crowdfunder to protect weekly workshops and develop retail products after funding cuts and rising costs.
Andy Burnham: Automatic Extra Payments for Benefit Claimants
New PM Andy Burnham's government will provide automatic £25 Cold Weather Payments to Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit claimants this winter, offering breathing room amid the cost of living crisis.
Six Food Hall Restaurants Shut Over Mouse Droppings
Six Chinese restaurants at Birmingham's Han Dynasty Food Hall were temporarily closed after mouse droppings were found, posing an imminent public health risk.
CCTV released after Walsall pub disorder
Police have released CCTV images of three men following a disorder at a Walsall pub on Walstead Road, Delves, just hours after England's 4-2 World Cup win against Croatia.
Widow Warns Young People About River Severn Dangers
The widow of a man who drowned in the River Severn urges young people to respect water safety, after an inquest ruled his death accidental.
Missing Teen Esme Seen Near The Range in Shrewsbury
Police are searching for missing 13-year-old Esme, last seen near The Range in Battlefield, Shrewsbury, walking towards Tesco on Thursday afternoon.
Rossendale Ramblers Enjoy Three Scenic Walks
Rossendale Ramblers completed three walks this week, exploring reservoirs, WWII sites, and limestone landscapes, with upcoming walks planned through July.
Bins overflow in Birmingham days into fortnightly collections
Fortnightly bin collections in Birmingham's Sutton Coldfield have led to overflowing rubbish within days, attracting pests and sparking health concerns among residents.
Burnham rules out rent controls in blow to renters
Housing Secretary Angela Rayner has ruled out rent controls for England, citing Scotland's experience. The decision is a blow to renters and landlords.
Castle Bromwich shop granted alcohol licence despite complaints
Solihull councillors granted Open Late in Chester Road an alcohol licence after hearing arguments of misinformation, despite objections from retirement village residents.
Man charged over car thefts, owner injured
Mohammed Hussain, 27, from Birmingham, has been charged with eight counts of motor vehicle theft and causing serious injury by dangerous driving after a series of thefts in Solihull, Birmingham, and Oldbury since June 8.
Police and Council Team Up to Halt Defective Taxis
West Midlands Police and Wolverhampton Council have launched a joint operation to remove defective taxis from the roads, ensuring passenger safety and compliance with regulations.
Huddersfield Hikers Smash Fundraising Target by 744%
A group of 21 hikers from Aden View Care Home in Huddersfield raised over £1,860 for Dementia UK, far exceeding their £250 goal, with a 13-mile coastal trek in Northumberland.
Herefordshire Volunteer Wins National Award
Retired Air Commodore Tim Howson has received the Sir James Gildea Global Volunteer Award for 15 years of service with SSAFA in Herefordshire, including work on veterans' mental health.
Leicester Mentoring Scheme Seeks Volunteers
Goal 17 launches rare recruitment for volunteer mentors in Leicester to support care leavers, requiring just 2 hours monthly with full training provided.
Couple Builds Sensory Haven After Son's Death
After their son Brody died at 10, Michael and Nikki Baggott are creating Brody's Trust in Lydbrook, a sensory facility for children with complex needs, ending exhausting 100-mile trips to Birmingham.
Birmingham Man Charged with Dangerous Driving and Vehicle Thefts
A man from Birmingham has been charged with causing injury by dangerous driving and multiple vehicle thefts following an investigation by West Midlands Police.
Birmingham Grandad Guilty of Fraud Using Dead Man's Card
Garfield Wilson, 56, convicted of fraud after using a deceased man's bank card for a £220 spending spree following a fatal drug overdose at his Edgbaston home.
Council Leaders Present Housing Crisis Solutions to New PM
Birmingham's new council leaders ask PM Andy Burnham for support to build more social housing and regulate exempt accommodation, citing over 10,000 children in temporary housing.
Tamworth mum's plea after girl, 6, hit by motorbike
A six-year-old girl suffered life-changing injuries after a motorbike hit her in Tamworth. Her mother shares a heartbreaking message calling for change.
Strangler of girlfriend avoids immediate jail
Mitchell Berrisford, 27, of Knypersley, received a suspended 14-month sentence for strangling his girlfriend twice, including until she blacked out, in Hanley.
Drunk Tenant Threatened Housemate with Knives Avoids Jail
Maciej Pelczar, 48, threatened a housemate with two kitchen knives at a Smethwick HMO in October 2024. He received an 18-month suspended sentence, 150 hours unpaid work, and rehabilitation.
Man Tasered Twice After Knife Charge at Wolverhampton Police
Shamal Baiz, 34, was Tasered twice after running at police with a kitchen knife in Wolverhampton. He pleaded guilty to assault and knife possession on July 8.
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