DWP Fund: £300 Bonus for Eligible Families in Doncaster
Doncaster Council announces one-off payments up to £300 for households on certain DWP benefits, part of the ongoing Household Support Fund initiative.
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Urgent Search for Missing 12-Year-Old Boy in Walsall
West Midlands Police are urgently appealing for public help to locate Kody, a 12-year-old boy missing from Walsall. He was last seen wearing distinctive black and blue clothing.
Girl, 17, Shot in Legs in Targeted Attack in Liverpool
A 17-year-old girl was shot in the legs in a targeted attack in Toxteth, Liverpool, early Thursday morning. Police are investigating and urging witnesses to come forward.
Sikh Family Fasts in Ramadan to Support Muslim Community
Rani Rawji, a Sikh businesswoman from Birmingham, shares how her family participates in Ramadan fasting to support their Muslim relatives and friends, promoting interfaith unity.
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Solihull Socialite WWII Spy Cleared of Nazi Loyalties
New historical research reveals Stella Lonsdale, the controversial Solihull-born socialite dubbed a 'female James Bond', was not a Nazi traitor despite MI5's wartime suspicions about her scandalous lifestyle.
Walsall Leather Museum Awarded Grade II Listed Status
Historic England has granted Grade II listed status to the Walsall Leather Museum, recognizing its significance in illustrating the town's leather industry heritage. The decision protects the building from alterations without consent.
Birmingham's Empty Homes Crisis: 5,200 Properties Vacant
Birmingham City Council reveals 5,200 privately-owned homes have been empty for two years or more, urging residents to report vacant properties during National Empty Homes Week.
State Pension Age Rise: Check Your Eligibility Now
The phased increase of the State Pension age from 66 to 67 starts soon, affecting millions born in the early 1960s. The DWP advises verifying your exact qualifying date online as automatic payments require an application.
Burglar Jailed for Home Invasion and Assault in Staffordshire
A man has been sentenced to over two years in prison after a woman returned home to find him with his head through her window, following a theft and assault in Stoke-on-Trent.
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Husband Finds Wife Dead at Home, Leaves 11-Month-Old Son
A tragic incident in Stoke-on-Trent sees Beatrice Solomon, 27, found dead by her husband Damian Butler. The mother leaves behind an 11-month-old son as police confirm no suspicious circumstances.
Queenscourt Hospice's Make a Will Month Raises Funds
Queenscourt Hospice announces its annual Make a Will Month, offering will-writing services through local solicitors in exchange for donations to support palliative care.
Thug Convicted for Brutal Attack on Homeless Man
Otis McDevitt, 35, has been found guilty of attempted murder after a horrific assault with a scaffolding pole in Nottingham. The victim required life-saving surgery following the sustained attack.
Illegal Tobacco Found in Secret Cupboard During Walsall Raid
Walsall Council's Trading Standards and West Midlands Police seized thousands of illegal cigarettes and tobacco hidden in secret compartments during coordinated raids on shops in Brownhills.
Man Jailed for Four Years After Violent Abuse of Girlfriend
Matthew Bradley, 41, has been sentenced to four years in prison for a series of violent attacks on his ex-girlfriend during their seven-week relationship, including headbutting and strangulation.
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Man Found Dead at Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
A 29-year-old man was discovered deceased at the Winter Wonderland ice rink in Hanley, Staffordshire, with an inquest concluding his death as suicide.
Man Avoids Jail for 30,000 Child Abuse Images
A 64-year-old married man from the Midlands has received a suspended sentence after police discovered nearly 30,000 indecent images of children on his computer. The court heard he made over 131,000 keyword searches for the illegal material.
Paedophile Jailed for Meeting Girl at Stafford Station
Paul Donaldson, 28, sent explicit images to an online account he believed belonged to a 13-year-old girl and arranged to meet her at Stafford Railway Station. He was arrested in a police sting operation and has been sentenced to two years and six months i
West Midlands '888' Drug Gang Jailed After £1M Cocaine Seizure
Four individuals have been sentenced for their roles in a major cocaine trafficking operation across the West Midlands, with police seizing drugs worth an estimated £1 million.
Wartime Worker Dora Richards Celebrates 100th Birthday
Dora Richards, a former munitions worker and spot welder from Llanharry, celebrates her 100th birthday this month. She attributes her long life to daily porridge and occasional sherry, with a family gathering planned.
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Essex Siblings Run London Marathon for Hospice Charity
Brother and sister Jake Arnold-Gregory and Hannah Arnold are tackling the London Marathon to raise funds for Havens Hospices, inspired by the care their late grandfather received.
Mother Walks 13.1 Miles for Brain Tumour Charity After Son's Diagnosis
Heidi Knight from Gloucestershire is tackling the Bath Ultra Challenge to raise funds and awareness for Brain Tumour Research, inspired by her son Ollie's journey with a brain tumour originally misdiagnosed as anxiety.
Birmingham Mum Horrified by Indecent Act Outside Chip Shop
A mother in Kingstanding has expressed shock after her teenage daughter and son witnessed a man performing an indecent act outside a chip shop on College Road. West Midlands Police are investigating the incident.
Pensioners Missing £4,300 DWP Benefit Over Awareness Gap
A new Verian report reveals thousands of state pensioners are unaware of Pension Credit, missing out on £4,300 annually plus additional benefits like Winter Fuel Payment.
WASPI Women Can Get £5,500 DWP Payments - Urgent Warning
Millions of WASPI women may be missing out on up to £5,500 in unclaimed DWP benefits like Pension Credit. Experts warn of serious financial consequences and urge checking entitlements.
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Free Entry to National Trust Deer Park Near Birmingham
Charlecote Park in Warwickshire, home to 200 wild fallow deer, is offering free admission this weekend. The historic estate features rivers, a waterfall, and scenic walking trails just 40 minutes from Birmingham.
DWP Warns Claimants: No ChatGPT for Benefit Forms
The Department for Work and Pensions warns benefits claimants that using AI tools like ChatGPT to fill out forms could lead to losing up to £800 monthly and potential fraud flags.
PIP Claimants Warned: AI Forms Risk £800 and Fraud Suspicion
The Department for Work and Pensions warns that PIP claimants using AI tools like ChatGPT risk losing up to £800 in benefits and facing fraud investigations due to inaccurate, generic responses.
Dudley MP Debates Town Centre Crime and Safety Issues
Dudley MP Sonia Kumar has participated in discussions with West Midlands mayor Richard Parker about revitalizing the town centre amid rising crime reports, including shoplifting and antisocial behavior.
Walsall's Historic Hospital Building to Become 14 Flats
Plans submitted to convert the Grade II Listed former Governers House at Walsall Manor Hospital into 14 one-bedroom flats, preserving its historic character while adding modern amenities.
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Tamworth Busker 'Painful Listening' Comment Sparks Support
A social media post criticizing Tamworth buskers as 'painful listening' backfired, triggering a wave of support for the charity singers with calls to 'leave them be'.
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