87-Year-Old Campaigner's New Film for Greener Communities
Thomas Black, 87, releases a short film with his granddaughter and local pupils to promote cleaner streets and greener communities, aiming to inspire intergenerational change.
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Dudley Labour leader: housing mindset 'stuck in 1950s'
Dudley's Labour leader Cllr Adam Aston says the UK's housing mindset is 'stuck in the 1950s' and calls for modern methods like factory-built homes and brownfield development to solve the crisis.
Grant for Bereavement Befriending Pilot in Reading
The John Sykes Foundation awards £3,240 to Daisy's Dream for a new befriending volunteer programme supporting bereaved families in Reading, where demand is highest in Berkshire.
Anglesey Mother Abseils for Charity That Supported Her Family
April Collin from Amlwch will abseil down the Marquess of Anglesey’s Column to raise funds for Hope House Tŷ Gobaith, which supported her family after her son Craig died in a motorcycle accident in 2012.
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Persimmon Donates £1,000 to Trowbridge Dementia Club
Persimmon Homes Wessex donates £1,000 to Mill Street Club in Trowbridge, supporting people with dementia. The club offers companionship and activities.
Melton Hiker Tackles 50km Peak District for Cancer Charity
Ben Richardson, 22, from Melton, will hike 50km through the Peak District on May 7 with Everyone Active to raise £7,500 for Breast Cancer Now, inspired by family losses to cancer.
Reverend Canon Josh Askwith to Abseil 84ft for Charity
Reverend Canon Josh Askwith will abseil 84 feet from St Asaph Cathedral tower to launch Rhyl Rotary Club's centenary charity abseil event on April 25.
Wolverhampton bans street drinking, begging, e-scooters
Wolverhampton City Council approves a three-year Public Space Protection Order banning street drinking, begging, and dangerous e-scooter riding to tackle anti-social behaviour.
West Midlands Mum Travels to Switzerland for Assisted Dying
Wendy Duffy, 56, from the West Midlands, has paid £10,000 to end her life at a Swiss assisted dying clinic, citing grief over her son's death four years ago.
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Sikh Community Condemns Racist Sex Attack in Walsall
Sikh leaders speak out after John Ashby admits rape and religiously aggravated assault on a woman he mistook for Muslim in Walsall. Sentencing expected Friday.
No Future DWP Increase for 450,000 State Pensioners
Nearly 450,000 British pensioners overseas face frozen state pensions with no future increases, potentially losing over £77,000 in 20 years.
Dudley Man Boxed In by Police Over Skeleton Models
A Dudley College lecturer was surrounded by police after a report of dead bodies in his car, which were actually skeleton models used for teaching.
Seven Family Members Killed in South Africa Kidnapping
A family of seven, aged 20 to 83, were kidnapped from their home in Newark, South Africa, raped, and murdered. Three suspects arrested.
Walsall Councillors Seek Delay on Leather Museum Relocation
Five Walsall councillors call for an extraordinary meeting to defer the Leather Museum relocation until after local elections, citing democratic concerns.
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Customer 'Really Shaken Up' After Intimidating Delivery Driver
A customer felt intimidated when a delivery driver struggled to find their home, leading to a tense encounter that left them shaken and anxious.
Man Charged with Murder of Adisu Chala in Birmingham
Adisu Chala, 27, was found fatally injured in Mott Street, Birmingham. Momodou Johm, 39, has been charged with murder and remanded in custody.
Parents Grapple as Son Plans to Move Back Home
A parent faces a dilemma after their adult son and his partner announce plans to quit jobs and move in to save for a house, sparking debate on family boundaries and financial responsibility.
Russell Brand Admits Past Relationship with 16-Year-Old
Comedian Russell Brand has confessed to having a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old when he was 30, describing his past behavior as 'selfish' and 'exploitative' while facing multiple criminal charges he denies.
Murder Charge After 'Cherished' Son Dies in Birmingham Street
Adisu Chala, 27, was found fatally injured in Hockley. Momodou Johm, 39, has been charged with murder as the family pays tribute to their 'deeply loved' son.
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One in Five Brits Rarely Get a Full Day Outside
A new poll shows 21% of Brits spend just a day or more outside annually, with barriers like work, weather, and lack of time limiting outdoor access to an average of 84 minutes daily.
Pensioners Missing Out on £10,000s Due to Scheme Delays
Over 60,000 pensioners face missing out on tens of thousands in payments due to issues with the Teachers' Pensions scheme, with delays in paperwork and payments causing widespread concern.
MMA Fighter Jailed for Breaking Man's Leg Outside Nightclub
Giles Moorcroft, 32, punched a victim outside a Staffordshire nightclub, causing three leg fractures. The amateur fighter gave police a false name after the assault.
Man in Court for Teen Stalking and Sexual Assault
A 21-year-old man from Luton has been charged with sexual assault, stalking, and multiple counts of assault and threats with a blade following an incident in West Bromwich.
Two More Arrested in Birmingham Counter-Terrorism Arson Probe
Counter Terrorism Police have made two additional arrests in an alleged conspiracy to commit arson at a Jewish community site, bringing the total number of detainees to nine over three days in an ongoing investigation.
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Essex Runners Raise Funds for Hospitals in London Marathon
First-timers and veterans from Essex are running the London Marathon to raise over £18,000 for local hospitals, with personal stories of dedication and community support.
Cousins Run London Marathon for Liver Trust in Brother's Memory
Michael Woolley and Kristina Read from Chelmsford are running the London Marathon to raise funds for the British Liver Trust, honoring Andrew, who passed away from a rare liver condition.
Kirklees Father-Daughter Run Marathon for Lymphoma Charity
Robert Knapp and Laura Hall from Kirklees are tackling the London Marathon to raise funds for Lymphoma Action, inspired by Bev's battle with Hodgkin lymphoma. Their journey highlights family support and charity milestones.
Auntie Runs London Marathon for Sick Children's Trust
Ruth Watkins from Skirlaugh is tackling the London Marathon to raise funds for The Sick Children's Trust, which aided her family during twin sons' rare moyamoya disease diagnoses.
St George's Day: Unity Over Flag Debates in England
A new campaign urges English people to embrace St George's Day as a day of shared values and identity, moving beyond toxic flag disputes. Supported by Billy Bragg and Sir Sajid Javid, it promotes unity through a virtual museum of English symbols.
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Birmingham Man Added to Sex Offender Register After Image Haul
A 22-year-old Birmingham man must join the sex offender register after police found hundreds of indecent images, including child abuse material and extreme animal pornography, on his devices during a search last July.
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