Toddler's Viral Tears Lead to Aldi Nugget Taster Dream Job
Four-year-old Rory Smith from Tividale has been appointed Aldi's official Nugget Taster after a video of him crying over a stolen chicken nugget at a Wolves game went viral nationwide.
Category : Local Heroes
Swansea Air Ambulance Volunteer Wins High Sheriff Award
Graham Hirst, an 86-year-old Wales Air Ambulance volunteer from Swansea, receives recognition at the High Sheriff of West Glamorgan Awards 2026 for his decades of dedicated service.
Harborne Cafe Fosters Community Through Personal Service
Paul at No 41 in Harborne High Street has become a vital social hub where retirees gather twice weekly. Owner Paul Gilbert discusses surviving the pandemic, battling rising costs, and why personal relationships matter more than profit.
WW2 RAF Pilot Harry Richardson DFC Turns 108
Flt Lt Harry Richardson DFC, one of Britain's oldest living World War Two veterans, will be honoured at a special 108th birthday celebration in Prestwick, South Ayrshire, featuring 1930s music and a presentation of his service history.
Fife Entrepreneur Rows Atlantic Solo for Charity
Milli Abrams, a knitting entrepreneur from Fife, has rowed 3,000 miles solo across the Atlantic, raising funds for environmental and children's hospice charities while celebrating her recovery from long Covid.
RNLI Coxswain Retires After 32 Years at New Quay
Daniel Potter steps down as volunteer coxswain at New Quay Lifeboat Station after an extraordinary 32-year tenure, having led countless rescues and shaped the station's legacy.
Rochdale Mayor's 2026 Diary: Business Visits and Charity Work
Rochdale's Mayor reflects on a busy start to 2026, highlighting visits to innovative local businesses Hanson Springs and NEMA Ltd, community events, and ongoing charity fundraising efforts.
Hoylake RNLI Honours Dave Whiteley's 50-Year Service
Dave Whiteley BEM retires as Hoylake RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager after five decades of voluntary lifesaving, having helped save 92 lives at sea and received the RNLI Long Service Medal.
Broxtowe Awards Freeman Status to Four Local Heroes
Broxtowe Borough Council has honoured four individuals with Freeman status for their decades of community service, including youth work, charity fundraising, heritage promotion, and strategic leadership.
Hackney Volunteer Receives British Citizen Award
Tskenya-Sarah Frazer from Hackney has been awarded the British Citizen Award for her decade of community work, including food bank support and advocacy.
Manchester Boxer Wins Award for Brain Charity
Brandon Jones from Sale raised over £1,300 for The Brain Charity through white-collar boxing after his brother suffered permanent brain damage, earning him the 'Most Inspiring Participant' award.
Erewash Active Lives Awards Honour Local Health Heroes
Erewash Borough Council's Active Lives Awards celebrated inspirational residents promoting fitness and wellbeing, including brain injury survivor Susie Lambert and dedicated school staff member Lucy Haywood.
Bradford's oldest hospital radio broadcaster dies at 95
Patrick Murphy, one of the UK's oldest radio presenters, has died in Bradford aged 95. He broadcast on St Luke's Sound until he was 93. Read his inspiring story.
Market Harborough actor Posy Sterling nominated for BAFTA
Market Harborough actor Posy Sterling celebrates a BAFTA Rising Star nomination after a breakthrough year. Vote for her before February 12, 2026, as she champions social issues.
Black Country bakery's 'burnt cobs' draw queues
Family-run Bake My Day bakery in Tipton is a hit with its nostalgic 'burnt top cobs' and £1 sausage rolls, cheaper than Greggs. A third shop is opening in Oldbury next month. Read the full story.
Police 'Supercomputer' Officer Makes 1,500+ Arrests
PC Mark Owen, nicknamed the 'walking police national computer', has made over 1,500 arrests for West Midlands Police. Discover his community-focused approach to tackling crime in Birmingham.
Black Country bakery's burnt cobs beat Greggs on price
Bake My Day, a family-run Black Country bakery, draws queues for its '24 carat burnt top cobs' and £1 sausage rolls, cheaper than Greggs. A third shop opens in Oldbury next month. Discover the secret behind their scratch-baked success.
Birmingham Chippy Sells 20p Chips, Sparks Huge Queues
A Birmingham chippy boss brought back 1980s pricing with 20p chips for school kids. The nostalgic offer saw hundreds queue around the corner. Read the full story.
Dad's dog poo side hustle earns £24k a year
A Derby father-of-four earns £24,000 annually cleaning dog waste for elderly and disabled clients. Discover how his 12-hour-a-week business Pet Poo Pick is booming.
Boy, 12, saves mum's life after she faints while driving
A 12-year-old boy from Wales showed incredible bravery by taking control of the car and calling 999 after his mother fainted at the wheel on the A40. Read the full story of his heroic actions.
Birmingham chippy sells £1 chicken and chips for nostalgia
Hajees Original in Small Heath slashes meal prices to £1 this Sunday, joining a viral TikTok trend offering throwback prices to help the community amid cost of living pressures.
Boy, 12, saves mum after she passes out driving on M40
A 12-year-old boy from Ebbw Vale showed incredible bravery, steering the car to safety and calling 999 after his mother lost consciousness while driving. Read his heroic story.
Blues Legend Robert 'Hoppy' Hopkins Dies at 64
Birmingham City mourns the sudden passing of club legend Robert 'Hoppy' Hopkins, aged 64. Tributes pour in for the St Andrew's warrior and true Blue.
Tributes to Denbighshire paramedic Dermot O'Leary
The Welsh Ambulance Service and emergency service partners pay tribute to dedicated paramedic Dermot O'Leary, 64, who served north Wales communities for over two decades. Read about his legacy.
Farmer's Guinness Record Bid in Wellies for Charity
Neil Johnson, 47, will attempt to break the world record for the fastest half marathon in wellington boots at the 2026 ABP Newport Marathon Festival to raise funds for the Farm Community Network.
Birmingham chippy sells 20p chips in throwback offer
Birmingham's Hot Spot fish and chip shop is selling cones of chips for just 20p today, recreating a taste of the 80s and 90s. Owner 'Uncle Nas' aims to create memories for a new generation.
Red Arrows Appoint First Female Commander
The RAF Red Arrows have appointed Wing Commander Sasha Nash as their first ever female Officer Commanding, marking a historic moment for the iconic display team. Read the full story.
Birmingham's Uncle Nas Serves 20p Chips for One Day
A beloved Birmingham fish and chip shop is rolling back prices to 20p for one afternoon, offering a taste of the past to a new generation. Find out how to get your cheap treat.
Heated Gilet on Amazon: £39.99 & 7-Hour Heat
Amazon's Loowoko Heated Gilet is now just £39.99. This windproof bodywarmer heats neck, back & abdomen in seconds, lasting 7 hours on a charge. Beat the winter chill!
Conwy musician awarded BEM for youth, charity and music work
Chris Roberts, a church musician and former councillor in Conwy, receives the British Empire Medal for his five decades of dedication to young people, charity, and music, including founding the Conwy Classical Music Festival.
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