B&Q Foundation Launches BB&Q Weekend for Community Ties
B&Q Foundation launches first BB&Q weekend June 12-14 with fundraising barbecues, as research shows 42% feel disconnected from their local community.
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B&Q Foundation Launches BB&Q Weekend for Community
New research shows 42% of UK residents feel disconnected locally. B&Q Foundation's BB&Q weekend (June 12-14) aims to foster connections and raise funds for charities.
Swindon Man Runs 170 Miles for Armed Forces Charity
David Graham, 46, will run two ultramarathons totaling 170 miles in three weeks to support SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, inspired by his family's military background.
Win £100 Iceland Gift Card for World Cup Party Food
Enter to win one of ten £100 e-gift cards from Iceland and The Food Warehouse. Stock up on crowd-pleasing snacks and drinks for your ultimate match-day celebration.
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Woman Faces 19 Charges After Police Assault in Birmingham
Kacey Moncrieffe, 31, from Rugby, is charged with 19 offences including assaulting emergency workers after Birmingham police officers were punched, kicked, and headbutted.
Questionable Runners Take on Wolf Run for Derby Charity
A mixed-ability team of self-described 'questionable runners' will tackle the 10K Wolf Run in June to raise funds for Over The Wall, a Derby charity supporting children with serious illnesses.
Aldi Robbery: Man Threatened Staff With Knife in Cannock
Staffordshire Police release CCTV image of a man wanted after he filled a bag with items at Aldi in Cannock and threatened staff with a knife on March 28.
North Wales 'Inmates' Locked Up for Hospice Fundraiser
St David's Hospice Jail and Bail event on Llandudno's Big Wheel on September 4. Participants must raise £999 bail each to support hospice care.
Hospice Carers Week Celebration This Saturday
East Cheshire Hospice invites all carers to a free event on June 13, 10am-2pm, with activities, therapies, and refreshments. No hospice link needed.
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Birmingham's Largest Traveller Camp on Parkland Near Asda
Around 50 caravans and motorhomes have set up camp on Barnes Hill parkland near the Asda superstore, shocking local residents. The council vows to take action.
Warning Over 'Lethal' Phone Chargers Sold by Major Retailers
Which? warns that dangerous phone chargers sold on Amazon, eBay, B&Q, Debenhams, and AliExpress risk explosion, fire, and electric shock, urging government action.
Brothers, 8 and 5, Killed in Cornwall Crash Leave 'Hole'
Tobias Rice, 8, and Finley Rice, 5, from Christchurch, died in a multi-vehicle crash on the A30 in Cornwall. Their parents express profound grief.
Wednesbury School Statement After Pupil Hospitalized Incident
Wodensborough Ormiston Academy in Wednesbury released a statement after a serious incident involving a student, who was taken to hospital as a precaution. No bladed item was involved.
Philanthropist Gives Handwritten Novel to Governor
A philanthropist in Birmingham has presented the governor with a handwritten copy of a novel, highlighting the city's literary and charitable spirit.
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Belfast stabbing victim loses left eye, court hears
Hadi Alodid, 30, appeared in court charged with attempted murder after Stephen Ogilvie lost his left eye in a brutal north Belfast knife attack.
Police Hunt Birmingham Flasher Who Fled on Pushbike
West Midlands Police are searching for a man who indecently exposed himself on Washwood Heath Road in Birmingham on May 9. He escaped on a pushbike. CCTV image released.
Millions Miss Out on Bill Support as Debt Hits £7bn
A National Audit Office report reveals that millions of households are unaware of financial support schemes for energy, water, and broadband bills, as total utility debt exceeds £7 billion.
Cineworld Hinckley Takes on Wolf Run for MediCinema
Staff from Cineworld Hinckley will run the Wolf Run 5K at Stanford Hall on June 14, 2026, to raise funds for MediCinema, which provides cinema experiences in hospitals for patients and families.
Winster Social Club Marks 70 Years of Community Service
Royal Voluntary Service social club in Winster celebrated 70 years with a special afternoon tea, awards for long-serving volunteers, and home deliveries for those unable to attend.
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Cyclists to Ride 200 Miles for 25th Charity Anniversary
Around 60 cyclists from Biking for Children in Care will ride 200 miles across the region to celebrate 25 years of fundraising for Become, a charity supporting care-experienced young people.
Daughter Runs for Moya Cole Hospice After Mother's Care
Jasmine Ryan ran the Great Manchester Run to thank Moya Cole Hospice for caring for her mother in her final weeks, raising funds to support other families.
Tributes Pour In for West Midlands Man After River Death
Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a West Midlands man who tragically died in a river incident. The community mourns the loss of a beloved individual.
Dudley Street 'Abandoned' to Yobs and Drug Users
A Dudley street is blighted by fly-tipping, drug use, and prostitution, causing rat infestations and endangering vulnerable charity clients. The council is accused of inaction.
Family Plea for Missing Teen Last Seen in Birmingham
A family is desperately searching for 17-year-old Liam, missing from Coventry, last seen in Birmingham near the Bullring. Police urge anyone who sees him to call 999.
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Sandbach RUFC World Record Attempt for Mental Health
Sandbach RUFC will attempt a Guinness World Record for continuous rugby sevens over 24 hours to raise awareness and funds for mental health charity LooseHeadz.
GoFundMe for Belfast Knife Attack Hero's Pint
A GoFundMe campaign has raised nearly £600 to buy a pint for Maitiu Mág Tighearnán, who intervened in a Belfast knife attack using a hurling stick, hailed as a hero.
Smart Pet Cameras for Summer Holidays
More dog owners are buying smart pet cameras to monitor their pets while on holiday, ensuring peace of mind and pet safety.
Three Community Projects Get Funding Boost in Alfreton
Three vital community projects in Alfreton and Somercotes receive funding from Trafford Lowe Funeral Services Community Assistance programme, supporting social isolation, SEND families, and a community pantry.
Defibrillator installed outside Stockport carers charity
A life-saving defibrillator has been installed outside Signpost for Carers in Heaton Moor, Stockport, funded by High Peak Comps. The device is accessible 24/7 and can be used in cardiac emergencies.
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Metal Daffodils Honor Loved Ones at Marie Curie Hospice
A remembrance garden with 300 handcrafted metal daffodils, each with an engraved heart tag, honors loved ones at Marie Curie Hospice in Cardiff until June 30.
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