96 Homes Evacuated After WW2 Bomb Find in Coventry
A World War II bomb discovered in Coventry led to the evacuation of 96 homes. Bomb disposal experts safely removed the device, allowing residents to return.
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DWP £363 Weekly Payments: 760,000 Pensioners Eligible
The DWP is urging 760,000 eligible pensioners to claim Pension Credit worth up to £363 weekly, unlocking additional benefits like free TV licences. Claims now may be paid by end of July.
Iceland Over-60s 10% Discount: Every Tuesday
Iceland confirms its 10% discount for shoppers aged 60+ every Tuesday. Valid in-store with Bonus Card and ID. Terms apply.
Medic and head teacher urge council help for family in mouldy home
A hospital doctor and a head teacher have written to Birmingham City Council urging action for a family living in a damp, mould-ridden house, fearing for the health of their six-year-old son who has been hospitalised with asthma.
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Oldham Dad Found Dead in Car Days After Missing Report
Christopher Neary, 58, was found dead inside his car on Lees New Road days after being reported missing. Police are investigating the crash.
Solihull Urgently Changes Holiday Food Programme for Kids
Solihull Council must urgently alter its holiday activity and food programme to meet new government funding rules, risking losing the grant if non-compliant. Concerns raised over SEND children eligibility.
Raider jailed for Stourbridge pensioner home burglary
Glen Yates, 48, broke into a home in Stourbridge, stole cash and bank cards, and used them at a petrol station. He was jailed for two years and one month.
Free TV Licences for State Pensioners: Campaign Update
A petition calling for free BBC TV licences for all state pensioners has reached 20,000 signatures, triggering a government response from the DCMS.
Body of Missing Midlands Man Lee Butler Found in Wales
The body of Lee Butler, 36, missing from Staffordshire for a week, has been discovered at Ogmore by Sea in South Wales. Police have informed his family.
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Boden Kids Trousers Recalled Over Cut Risk
Boden recalls multiple pairs of children's trousers due to cracked poppers posing a cut risk. Affected items sold from July to October last year. Customers urged to return for refund.
Cheswick Green Garage Approved Despite Safety Fears
Solihull council approves a garage in Cheswick Green despite road safety concerns from neighbours, with conditions including a drop kerb.
HMP Hewell Prisoner Hanged After Inadequate Checks
A high-risk prisoner at HMP Hewell was found hanged after a guard failed to conduct required checks. Mesut Olgun died in hospital six days later.
Prison watchdog boss had killer's face on pillows
Helen Spree, 63, smuggled drugs and phones into HMP Liverpool while chairing the Independent Monitoring Board, and had pillowcases with a convicted killer's face at home.
Body Found in Dudley Believed to Be Missing 37-Year-Old
Police searching for missing 37-year-old Lance have recovered a body in Dudley. Formal identification pending, death not treated as suspicious.
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Foreign Office Issues Cyprus Surrogacy Travel Warning
The Foreign Office has updated Cyprus travel advice, warning UK tourists about strict surrogacy laws in the Republic of Cyprus and risks in the north, including legal complexities and lack of regulation.
Body Found in Search for Missing Walsall College Student
A body has been discovered during the search for a missing man who was a student at Walsall College. Police are investigating but do not suspect foul play.
Switch Windows to 'Summer Mode' This June for Cooler Home
Experts reveal a little-known window adjustment that improves airflow in summer. Learn how to switch to summer mode and other tips to keep your home cool naturally.
10-Year-Old Dies in Fall from Fourth Floor in France
A 10-year-old child died after falling from a fourth-storey flat in Lorient, France. Paramedics attempted resuscitation but the child was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have opened an investigation.
Dark Web Drug Buyer Jailed as Unpaid Moderator
Connor Pardoe, 30, was jailed for three years and nine months for moderating the £4.3m SocialPharma dark web drug ring, receiving payment in drugs.
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Leafy West Midlands Villages Among Best Places to Live
Affluent villages like Penkridge, Codsall, and Kinver boast high living standards, low crime, and average house prices of £307k, contrasting with Birmingham's poverty.
7 Questions for Choosing a Home Security Camera
Learn the seven key questions to ask before buying a home security camera, covering power, storage, night vision, and UK privacy laws.
Dusk's £25 Runner Rug Brightens Hallways and Feels Soft
Dusk's Zahra Persian Style Machine Washable Runner at £25 is available in four colours, praised for brightening spaces and soft feel underfoot.
False Widow Spider Sightings Surge 5,000% After Heatwave
Searches for false widow spiders have soared 5,000% after last week's heatwave. NHS data shows spider bite hospital admissions doubled over a decade. Experts warn of increased indoor invasions.
Drivers Over 70 Lose Two Key Freedoms Under DVLA Rule
Drivers over 70 lose automatic C1 and D1 licence entitlements under DVLA rules. Retaining them requires a medical exam every three years.
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Walsall stepmother dies in jail for arson murder of husband
Georgina Vilella, 60, from Walsall, died at HMP Send on May 10. She was convicted of murdering husband Carlos by setting him alight in 2011, leaving his daughter with severe burns.
HMP Birmingham Inmate Dies Nine Days After Arrival
Martin Casey, 59, died from drug-related causes just nine days after arriving at HMP Birmingham, highlighting the ongoing prison drug crisis. Report reveals widespread illicit drug use.
Lego thief who stole from Solihull John Lewis acted on spur of moment
Wayne Kidd, 38, stole £351 worth of Lego from John Lewis in Solihull on two occasions in January. He pleaded guilty and was fined £80 plus £200 compensation.
TV Licence Fee Waived for Three Groups After Price Hike
Certain groups are exempt from paying the £180 BBC TV licence fee after a price hike in April. Find out if you qualify for a free or reduced licence.
Aldi Warns: Don't Store Milk in Fridge Door
Aldi teams up with food storage expert Kate Hall to share tips on keeping milk fresh longer during the UK heatwave, including storing it in the middle of the fridge and freezing methods.
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Over 80s Get £110 Weekly State Pension Top-Up
State pensioners aged 80 or over can receive £110.75 per week from the DWP. Eligibility requires basic State Pension less than that amount or none, with residency conditions.
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