Leicestershire Council Issues £20 Per Adult Vouchers
Leicestershire County Council is providing weekly supermarket vouchers of up to £140 to families facing hardship. Find out if you're eligible and how to apply.
Category : Resident Stories
Jane McDonald sells home after heartbreaking losses
Singer and TV star Jane McDonald reveals why she sold her £1m Wakefield bungalow after losing her mother and fiancé. Discover her journey of grief and new beginnings.
McCanns' 2026 New Year Message Hopes for Madeleine Breakthrough
Kate and Gerry McCann issue an emotional New Year message, hoping 2026 brings the long-awaited breakthrough in finding Madeleine, missing since 2007. Read their full statement and the latest on the case.
The Traitors' Netty breaks silence on being first murdered
The Traitors star Netty speaks out after being the first player 'murdered' on the BBC show. The nursery teacher shares her 'gutted' reaction and why she has no regrets. Read her full story here.
Kate's True Feelings on Harry Made Clear by Friend
A royal expert reveals Princess Kate's silent stance on Prince Harry amid ongoing family tensions. Discover why reconciliation seems distant as the Waleses focus on their children.
UK Teen Missing After Swiss Bar Fire Kills 40
Charlotte Niddam, 15, a former pupil of a Hertfordshire school, is missing after a catastrophic fire at a New Year's party in Crans-Montana. The blaze, which may have been sparked by champagne bottle sparklers, has claimed at least 40 lives. Read the late
Traitors contestant Roxy announces baby news before show
The Traitors contestant Roxy reveals she's expecting a baby, sharing a scan photo. The 32-year-old also shocked viewers by revealing co-star Judy is her mum. Read the full story.
£200 Cost of Living Payments for Birmingham Households
Birmingham residents facing financial hardship can apply for £200 grants from the Household Support Fund. Payments are being issued in January. Find out if you're eligible.
Traitors' Fozia Fazil on Being a Muslim Woman on TV
Exclusive: The Traitors contestant Fozia Fazil opens up about representing Birmingham, Muslim women, and breaking barriers on national television. Read her inspiring story.
50+ Dogs Need Homes in Birmingham & West Midlands
Dogs Trust Kenilworth has over 50 dogs needing adoption across Birmingham, Coventry, Solihull & Wolverhampton. One has waited 1,000 days. Can you offer a fresh start?
Year of daily nature play boosts child's confidence
A mother and daughter from Penarth completed a 365-day outdoor challenge, swapping screens for nature. Discover how daily adventures improved mental health and sparked a lifelong love for the natural world.
Friday Quiz: Challenge Your General Knowledge
Put your trivia skills to the test with our weekly Friday quiz. Features questions on literature, geography, history, and science. Can you beat last week's answers?
Rossendale Ramblers Enjoy Festive Walks and Santa Sleigh
The Rossendale Ramblers enjoyed a festive week of walks, from a rainy pre-lunch ramble to a sunny tunnel route and a magical Santa sleigh sighting in Sabden. New Year walks are planned. Join them!
Tommy Lee Jones' Daughter Victoria Found Dead at 34
Victoria Jones, daughter of Hollywood star Tommy Lee Jones, was found deceased in a San Francisco hotel on New Year's Day. The 34-year-old actress had roles in her father's films.
Traitors star reveals BBC's supportive filming secrets
Former Traitors contestant Fozia Fazil shares how the BBC accommodated her needs as a Muslim woman during filming in the Scottish Highlands. Discover the behind-the-scenes reality.
Traitors star reveals show's 'one take' filming secret
Birmingham's Fozia Fazil from The Traitors series three breaks her silence on fan theories and reveals the intense, unscripted reality of filming the hit BBC show. Read the exclusive interview.
Sergeant's tribute after fire kills wife and two children
Gloucestershire Police sergeant Tom Shearman pays tribute to his wife and two children, who died in a Boxing Day house fire in Brimscombe. Over £340,000 raised in support.
Pension error forces retiree to repay £25,000
A retired UK civil servant must repay £25,000 after a decade-long pension miscalculation. Discover the impact of the error and the union's call for change.
Birmingham duo lose 10 stone with Slimming World
Colette and Jade Glenn lost a combined 10 stone after joining a Slimming World group in Kings Heath. Discover how a simple poster changed their lives and led to a Woman of the Year win.
Traitors Star Reveals The Real Claudia Winkleman
Exclusive: Traitors series four legend Fozia Fazil shares her personal experience with host Claudia Winkleman, revealing the TV icon's true nature off-camera. Read the full interview.
Midlands 2025 Highlights: Good News Round-Up
From a selfless teen saving a life on a bus to Black Sabbath's historic reunion, discover the uplifting stories that defined the Midlands in 2025. Read the full round-up.
Georgia May Foote calls 2025 'worst year' after fire
Former Coronation Street actress Georgia May Foote opens up about her devastating 2025 after her beauty salon was destroyed in a fire and personal struggles.
Zoe Ball on 'Sexy' Smells of New Live-In Boyfriend
BBC Radio 2 DJ Zoe Ball opens up on her podcast about the intimate and unusual things she finds 'sexy' about her new live-in partner, whom she calls 'The Lodger'.
MAFS UK star Leisha hints at dating Premier League footballer
Married At First Sight UK's Leisha Lightbody suggests she's dating a mystery Premier League player months after her split from Reiss Boyce. Get the exclusive details on her new romance.
Katie Price's parenting rant over fish smell in car
Katie Price vents about her children leaving prawn cocktail in her car during a festive family trip to visit her ill mother. The star also revealed exciting plans for 2026.
Chico denies drink-driving in London court appearance
Former X Factor star Chico pleaded not guilty to drink-driving in a London court. The singer, famed for 'It's Chico Time', was bailed until an April trial. Read the full story.
Helen Flanagan in car crash, admits 'totally my fault'
Former Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan reveals she crashed her car on December 30, 2025, calling it 'hassle' as she opened up on feeling 'deflated'. Read her candid update.
Beckham's NY Post Omits Brooklyn as Family Rift Grows
David Beckham's reflective New Year's post highlights his wife and children but pointedly excludes eldest son Brooklyn, fuelling speculation about an ongoing family feud. Discover the details.
Villa Star's Mum Goes Viral After Son's Premier League Debut
Aston Villa youngster Jamaldeen Jimoh-Aloba made his Premier League debut in the defeat to Arsenal, with his mother's emotional reaction going viral on social media. Read the heartwarming story.
Ferguson's Life After Brain Haemorrhage and Wife's Death
Sir Alex Ferguson faced a 20% survival chance after a 2018 brain haemorrhage, lost his wife Cathy in 2023, and gracefully accepted the end of his £2m Man Utd ambassador role. Discover his journey of resilience.
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