Rossendale Rotary members volunteered at the Tour de Manc charity cycling event, providing refreshments and directions at Marl Pits Leisure Centre. The event featured four routes ranging from 37 to 125 miles.
A busy Wolverhampton road was sealed off after a suspicious bag was found on a bus. Passengers were evacuated, and police examined the item, later deemed safe.
Three men have been sentenced to over 30 years in prison after a shotgun and knives were seized following an attempted robbery in Birmingham's Small Heath area.
The Bishop of Chichester, Dr Martin Warner, is retiring from his senior post to serve as parish priest at St Peter’s, Folkestone, a move welcomed by the local church.
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West Midlands Police are investigating a daylight burglary on Beechnut Lane, Solihull, where a woman broke into a property, stole car keys, and tried to drive away.
Barratt and David Wilson Homes donated £1,500 to RSPCA Essex Mid & North, supporting veterinary care and rehoming for animals in need across Mid and North Essex.
A petition with over 115,000 signatures urges the UK government to require clear labelling of stunned and non-stunned meat in supermarkets like Aldi, Asda, and Tesco.
Taylor Wimpey launches a community chest competition in Edenfield, offering a £500 donation to a local charity or group. Residents can nominate deserving causes by May 31, 2026.
Rossendale Ramblers completed scenic 10-mile and 6-mile walks in Wharfedale and Musbury Valley. Upcoming walks include a challenging 12-mile Pendle Hill route and a 10-mile Ingleborough ascent.
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Three men jailed for over 30 years after an attempted robbery in Small Heath, Birmingham. A shotgun, machetes, and knives were seized. One member remains at large.
Three lifelong friends from Kirkby Lonsdale will cycle 180km in the Fred Whitton Challenge to raise funds for The Brain Tumour Charity in memory of Dave Schofield, who died in 2024.
Vocal Ease choir raises over £15,000 for Southend Hospital's Neonatal Unit, funding an AccuVein vein finder that uses infrared tech to reduce discomfort for newborns.
A 45-year-old mother of two, who suffered a life-threatening carotid artery dissection, has criticized the DWP for leaving her in limbo after applying for Universal Credit.
UK households painting garden fences this summer risk a £2,500 fine if they fail to consult neighbours first. Learn about ownership rights and legal risks.
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West Midlands detectives are frustrated as ex-prisoners like Dann Hudson, Florian Mihai, and Vladimir Sula remain at large despite recall orders for breaching licence conditions.
Wednesbury voters call for continued town centre improvements and action against dangerous e-bike riders ahead of Sandwell council elections, with crime, HMOs, and council tax as key issues.
Last chance to sign up for the Sunshine Run 5k before May 10. Also, a group of 20 completed a marathon trek in Kielder Forest, raising over £4,000 for children with disabilities.
A 39-year-old man has been charged after allegedly threatening Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor while he was walking his dogs near the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk.
Dunelm has recalled 35 novelty doorstops sold between 2019 and 2026 due to possible asbestos contamination. Customers urged to stop use and return for full refund.
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Six teenagers were arrested after an armed fight on Old Walsall Road in Great Barr. Police seized a sword found in bushes. Suspects aged 16-19 are bailed pending investigation.
Siah Riley, 36, used Snapchat to target 152 children as young as nine, blackmailing 24. He was jailed for 31 years. Judge called him 'every parent's worst nightmare.'
A 24-year-old man was stabbed in the hand during a fight in Reginald Road, Alum Rock. Police appeal for information as the victim remains in stable condition.
Paul Hodkinson, 50, was jailed after police spotted him loading a stolen shotgun into his Audi at a Penkridge petrol station. He admitted firearm and drug offences.
Holly Cooper and Taylor Johnson face up to 30 years in Turkish prison after being arrested for attempting to smuggle cannabis from Thailand to the UK.
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West Midlands Police have released an image of a man they want to identify after a male victim was sexually assaulted on Hamilton Road, Handsworth, near Soho Road in Birmingham.
Handsworth drug dealer Anjid Khan, 44, rammed his Audi into a police car on the M6 to protect £160k of crack cocaine and heroin. He was tasered and bitten by a police dog.
West Midlands Police have sealed off Reginald Road in Alum Rock following a serious incident. Traffic is being diverted, causing congestion. Updates to follow.
Chad Cooper, 33, is wanted by West Midlands Police after a nine-year-old girl suffered deep puncture wounds from a dog attack in Erdington, Birmingham.
Mama2Mama baby bank in Woolwich supports over 50 families weekly, with demand up 150% due to cost of living crisis. New hub opens this summer.
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Ten members of Francis House Children's Hospice care team will run the Great Manchester Run 10k to raise funds. The team includes nurses who see firsthand the impact of donations on families.
