Alison Hammond praised for candid facial hair confession
Alison Hammond, 51, praised for sharing she loves her chin hairs and chose not to have laser hair removal. The Birmingham star spoke out as Tropic Skincare ambassador.
Category : Local Heroes
Spider-Man fundraiser picked for Hollywood film promo
Dylan Hughes, from Bangor, raised over £15,000 climbing Yr Wyddfa as Spider-Man and was chosen by Sony Pictures to represent the UK in the new Spider-Man film launch.
Charnwood Sports Awards: Nominate Your Local Heroes by Sept 27
Charnwood Sports Awards return for 16th year. Nominate athletes, coaches, volunteers, and clubs across 10 categories by September 27, 2026. Winners announced November 30 at Burleigh Court.
Belper Rotary Young Heroes Awards Return to Shottle Hall
Belper and Duffield Rotary will host its Young Heroes Award Ceremony at Shottle Hall Hotel this October, honouring eight exceptional local young people for bravery, generosity, and resilience, with special guests Jonathan Davies MP and Jake Buxton.
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Klitschko breaks silence on Panettiere's death, promises daughter
Wladimir Klitschko has spoken publicly for the first time since Hayden Panettiere's death, vowing to honor her memory for their 11-year-old daughter Kaya.
Liverpool Heroes Awards 2026 returns with Merseyrail
The Guide Liverpool Heroes Awards returns for 2026, honouring local heroes at the Titanic Hotel on November 28, with nominations open until August 31.
Villa's Right Winger Priority: Transfer Window Analysis
Aston Villa must prioritize signing a right winger before the September 1 deadline, with concerns over squad depth and goalscoring options, according to Claret & Blue's John Townley.
St John Ambulance Volunteer Wins Warwickshire ChangeMaker Award
Viv Moore OStJ, youth lead for North and East Warwickshire, has received a Warwickshire ChangeMaker Award from the High Sheriff for nearly 60 years of volunteer service with St John Ambulance.
Hythe Scout Volunteer Honoured with Community Award
Andy Warwick, a lifelong Hythe Scouting volunteer, has been awarded the Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care Community Hero Award for his 13+ years of dedication, inspirational leadership, and compassion.
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Hospice volunteer Rekha Senapati gets British Citizen Award
Rekha Senapati, a volunteer at Moya Cole Hospice, has received a British Citizen Award for 25 years of voluntary service, raising significant funds and supporting diverse communities.
Sutton Coldfield Amazon Worker Honoured for Local Support
A Sutton Coldfield Amazon worker has been recognised for going above and beyond to support local colleagues, earning a prestigious award.
Persimmon Donates £1,000 to Young Karting Talent
Persimmon Homes gives £1,000 to 12-year-old Lucas Carter, supporting his karting career after a recent win. The donation is part of their Community Champions scheme.
Birmingham dad fined £1,000 for hockey stick rampage
Jarnall Singh, 48, of Yardley, ordered to pay £1,000 compensation after smashing windows with a hockey stick during a family dispute on June 25.
Bus driver hailed as hero for saving man's life
Stagecoach Midlands driver Ben Corr is awarded Star of the Month after talking a man down from a bridge, preventing a suicide.
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Nominate West Midlands Pubs for Best Pub Award
Pub lovers across the West Midlands are urged to nominate their local for the National Pub of the Year award, with entries closing soon.
Love Island Winners Lorenzo and Julia Finally Go on First Date
Love Island winners Lorenzo and Julia have gone on their first date after she called him out on live TV, and he's deleted his Hinge profile.
Nursery worker loses 10st after quitting £400 takeaway habit
Alice Day, 30, from Warwick, dropped from size 24 to size 8 and lost half her body weight with Slimming World after giving up £400-a-month takeaways.
Swansea Men's Choir: No Auditions, Just Singing
Men in Swansea invited to join a modern choir initiative with no auditions. Free 10-week sessions start September 2, supporting local foundations.
Jude Bellingham stirs Alton Towers crowd during visit
Jude Bellingham, born in Stourbridge, drew huge crowds at Alton Towers, with fans chanting his name. The Real Madrid star, 23, was filmed surrounded by security as he enjoyed the theme park.
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Jasmine reveals why Love Island friendship with Julia soured
Jasmine Müller explains the real reason her friendship with Julia Majchrzak soured in the Love Island villa, citing emotional intelligence clashes.
Love Island's Mica and Samraj Celebrate Major Milestone
Days after being dumped from Love Island, Mica Harris and Samraj Toor celebrate a major milestone by jetting off to Barbados, where Mica's aunt is Prime Minister.
Hero Gran Takes Down Robber at Staffordshire Shop
A grandmother working at a Staffordshire store stopped an armed robber with her bare hands, holding him until police arrived. Her bravery has earned praise from officers and locals.
Aston inventor flew homemade plane decades before airport
In 1909, Aston engineer Alfred P Maxfield flew a homemade aircraft at Castle Bromwich, becoming Birmingham's first aviator 30 years before its airport opened.
Birmingham Parent Furious Over Ice Cream Cost This Summer
A Birmingham parent voices frustration over the high cost of ice cream for children during the summer break, highlighting the financial strain on families as prices rise sharply.
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Tina Townsend Receives British Citizen's Award in Westminster
Witham community champion Tina Townsend has been awarded the British Citizen's Award for founding The Witham Hub, tackling isolation. She received her medal from BBC's Matt Allwright and Specsavers co-founder at a Westminster ceremony.
WWII Veteran Arthur Harkness Marks 100th Birthday
A WWII veteran, Arthur Harkness, was honored at a 100th birthday celebration organized by military supporters and loved ones at Whitley Bay RFC, with SSAFA and Royal British Legion.
RAF Officer in Miss England 2026 Semi-Finals
A 25-year-old Royal Air Force officer training to become a military pilot has reached the semi-finals of Miss England 2026, aiming to inspire women in STEM and the Armed Forces.
Lynda Morton: Scrivens Community Hero Award
Stapleford resident Lynda Morton, 71, receives Scrivens Community Hero Award for her daily kindness, including visits to elderly friend and nursing husband.
Hero Restaurant Boss Saves Pregnant Woman from Attack
Idris Harris, owner of Al-Qamar in Balsall Heath, intervened when a man attacked a pregnant woman with a stick and later pulled a knife.
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Bill Oddie Dies at 85: Springwatch and Goodies Star
Wildlife presenter and comedian Bill Oddie, best known for BBC's Springwatch and The Goodies, has died aged 85, his agent confirms. The Birmingham-raised star's conservation legacy remembered.
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