Rovers Fans Donate £10K to Derian House Hospice Suites
A £10,000 donation from Blackburn Rovers fans and Benefit Mankind upgrades family suites at Derian House Children's Hospice in Chorley, providing better rest for families.
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£14k raised for family of Birmingham dad killed in M5 crash
More than £14,000 has been raised for the family of Josh Bruton, a Birmingham father who died in a crash on the M5. The 30-year-old was described as a 'gentle giant'.
Firefighter runs 265km for hospice in memory of girl
James Marman is running 265km over 10 months to raise funds for Rainbows Hospice after the death of seven-year-old Erinne Budd. He has raised over £2,100.
Leicester Hospice Wins National Award for Patient Film
LOROS Hospice won Silver at Smiley Charity Film Awards for 'Ryan's Story', highlighting patient Ryan Archer's cancer journey and fundraising, while raising awareness of hospice funding crisis.
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Shooting Star Hospices Open Day Invites Community
Shooting Star Children's Hospices invites the community to their Open Day at Shooting Star House in Hampton on June 12. Visitors can explore facilities, meet staff, and learn about services for families with life-limited children.
World Cup Quiz Night Returns to Aberdeen for Cancer Charity
Clan Cancer Support brings back its large-scale quiz night with a World Cup theme, hosted by Duncan Dallas at Sandman Signature Hotel on May 28.
Bet365 Worker Died After Casino Loss
Michael Heath, 24, died after falling from a bridge and being hit by a HGV. He had lost £3,000 at Grosvenor Casino and sent worrying messages before his death.
Runners Raise £60,000 for Air Ambulance
28 runners from Essex and Hertfordshire raised nearly £60,000 for Essex & Herts Air Ambulance, covering 510.9 miles in marathons and half marathons.
Teen Earns Duke of Edinburgh Gold Despite Knee Injury
Emily Midgley, 17, completed her Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award despite a knee condition, earning recognition at the Rossendale Scouts St George's Day Parade.
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Rochdale Students Excel in Charity MMA Cage Fights
Two Rochdale students, Joe Lewis and Jayden Hughes, trained for eight weeks and fought in charity MMA bouts, raising funds for Alzheimer's Society and British Heart Foundation.
£1.3M Boost for West Midlands Addict Support Scheme
A pioneering West Midlands programme helping addicts in police custody has been extended with £1.3 million funding, supporting 5,000 people annually to break addiction cycles and reduce crime.
Midlands Thug Dies Before Attempted Murder Sentencing
Lloyd Twells, 67, admitted attempting to murder his partner in Mansfield. He died in custody days before his sentencing, leaving the victim feeling cheated of justice.
Terrier Toby Waits 690 Days for Forever Home at RSPCA
Toby the terrier has spent over 690 days in RSPCA care, hoping to find a forever home. Staff are baffled why he's overlooked.
Kent mum walks 200km for brain tumour charity
Judy Farnfield, 57, from Hawkhurst, is walking 200km in May to raise funds for Brain Tumour Research after her daughter Olivia was diagnosed with a pilocytic astrocytoma at age five.
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Pembrokeshire Explorers Hitchhike Across Wales for Charity
Two best friends from Pembrokeshire are hitchhiking a five-day circular route across Wales to raise funds for the Wales Air Ambulance and the Paul Sartori Foundation.
Cancer Research UK to Close 190 Shops in First Wave
Cancer Research UK announces closure of 190 stores by April 2027, leaving only 320 high-performing locations. The charity cites profitability concerns despite £225m contribution over last decade.
Leeds Baby Bank Pram Crisis Solved by Community Donations
Leeds Baby Bank's urgent appeal for prams succeeded, providing over 10 families with essential baby equipment. Now they need highchairs.
Birmingham woman avoids jail over neglected husky
Jade Harwood, 38, left her 11-year-old husky Oleg without food or water in a filthy Kings Norton home. RSPCA found him emaciated and flea-infested. She received a suspended sentence and 10-year animal ban.
Rossendale Mayor Donates £7,750 to Three Local Charities
Mayor of Rossendale presents £7,750 to Bacup Pride, Kids in Rossendale, and Carer's Link Lancashire after a year of community fundraising events.
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Win a Yoto Prize Bundle Worth Over £180
Enter to win a Yoto Player bundle worth over £180, including audio cards for kids. Celebrate Yoto Originals Week with 10 prizes available.
Butcher Brands Charity Box Thief 'Scum of the Earth'
A Kings Heath butcher has condemned a thief who stole up to £200 from a charity box meant for Birmingham Children's Hospital, calling him 'scum of the earth'.
Prince William Opens James' Place Suicide Prevention Centre
Prince William opened a new James' Place facility in Edgbaston, offering free therapy for men in crisis. He praised the charity's work and met with health leaders.
RSPCA Seeks Home for Abandoned Cat Baked Bean
The RSPCA appeals for a home for Baked Bean, a ginger cat abandoned on a West Midlands farm on Mother's Day, now seeking a peaceful retirement.
Duo Hid in Loft After Police Bust Cannabis Farm
Two men were found hiding in a loft after Staffordshire Police discovered a cannabis farm with 618 plants in Weston Coyney. They have been jailed for conspiracy to produce cannabis.
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Devon Blood Bikes Charity Receives £1,000 Donation
South West Blood Bikes, a volunteer charity providing free medical transport, receives £1,000 from Persimmon Homes' Community Champions scheme.
Taylor Wimpey Sponsors Swimming Camp in Spain Again
Taylor Wimpey Midlands donated £1,000 to Leamington Spa and Nuneaton swimming clubs for a swim camp in Spain, covering kit costs for 45 swimmers.
Record 7,500 Join Oxford 10k for Muscular Dystrophy UK
A record-breaking 7,500 runners took part in the Bidwells Oxford 10k, raising £350k for Muscular Dystrophy UK. The event, started by a family living with FSHD, sold out for the third year.
Sunrise to Sunset Walking Challenge 2026 in Hyndburn
Accrington Stanley Community Trust and Community Solutions NW launch the Sunrise to Sunset Walking Challenge on June 19, 2026, at Wilson Playing Fields, promoting health and community connection.
Sobell House Unveils Forever Flowers at Blenheim Palace
Sobell House Hospice launched its Forever Flowers display at Blenheim Palace, featuring 680 handcrafted golden flowers representing patients in care, sponsored by Darke & Taylor and ODS.
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Memory Walks for Saint Francis Hospice in Ilford and Romford
Saint Francis Hospice hosts Memory Walks in Valentine's Park, Ilford, and Raphael's Park, Romford, to raise funds for palliative care. Participants receive T-shirts and medals.
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