Woman dies at Aldi in Worcester despite emergency efforts
A woman in her 70s died at an Aldi store on Bath Road in Worcester after emergency services, including an air ambulance, responded to a medical incident on 3 September.
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HMP Birmingham inmate dies in prison aged 40
Ashley Pace, 40, jailed for manslaughter of Jagdev Lally in Smethwick, has died at HMP Birmingham on July 9, 2026. Investigation ongoing.
A66 wrong-way crash kills seven including two police officers
Seven people died, including two police officers, after a wrong-way collision on the A66 in Teesside. Cleveland Police named the officers and the IOPC has launched an investigation.
Tributes to 'rare diamond' mum killed in Neath crash
Lynne Trump, 45, died in a motorcycle crash on the A4109 near Cefn Coed Colliery on August 16. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
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Three in hospital after Solihull two-car crash
Three people were taken to Heartlands Hospital after a serious two-car crash on Ashleigh Road in Solihull on Thursday, August 20, at around 12.40pm.
Broad Street hotel evacuated after fire alarm, guests in pyjamas
Hampton by Hilton on Birmingham's Broad Street was evacuated around 8am today, August 20, after a fire alarm. Three fire engines attended, and dozens of guests, including children, waited outside in pyjamas.
Girl rushed to hospital from Wolverhampton playing field
A girl was taken to hospital after a concern for welfare report at Twentyman Playing Fields in Bilbrook, near Wolverhampton, on Saturday evening.
Bilston house fire: Woman and two children taken to hospital
A woman and two children were taken to hospital after a house fire in Bilston. They were assessed for smoke inhalation following the blaze on Greenway Road.
British couple die in Greece helicopter crash
A helicopter crash on the Greek island of Sifnos killed three people, including a British couple on honeymoon. The aircraft burst into flames near homes in Tholos.
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24/7 Defibrillator Installed on Oxford Road
A new 24/7 publicly accessible defibrillator has been installed at Cholsey House on Oxford Road by the John Sykes Foundation, providing a critical emergency lifeline for locals, workers, and commuters in a busy area of Reading.
Ryanair passengers pass out and vomit in heat on flight
Passengers on Ryanair flight FR7268 to Birmingham allegedly passed out and vomited due to no air conditioning while grounded in Malta, causing medical emergencies.
Six in hospital after Stoke-on-Trent house fire
Six people were taken to hospital after a fire damaged multiple homes in Stoke-on-Trent on August 13. Firefighters continue to tackle the blaze in the Sandy Road area, with residents urged to seek support at a community centre.
Six firefighters hospitalised after major fires in Staffordshire
Six firefighters were taken to hospital after battling major fires in Staffordshire, suffering smoke inhalation and heat exhaustion. The service urges public help as resources are stretched.
Ambulance service treats 50+ patients after fires
More than 50 patients were treated by West Midlands Ambulance Service after fires across the region, with two declared major incidents.
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Major incident declared after Stourbridge fire
A major incident has been declared after a huge fire in Stourbridge, with 11 major blazes across the West Midlands in 24 hours. Ten people were injured, including a child and firefighters.
DVLA gets 800k untaxed vehicle reports, fines up to £1,000
More than 800,000 untaxed vehicles were reported to the DVLA in a year, with neighbours and locals snitching. Offenders risk fines up to £1,000 and impounding.
DWP driving licence ban until 2028 under new crackdown
DWP benefits claimants risk losing driving licences until October 2028 under new powers from October 2026. The Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Act 2025 allows courts to disqualify persistent debt dodgers for up to two years.
Good Hope Hospital urgent care building approved
Good Hope Hospital in Sutton Coldfield has been given the go-ahead to build a new Urgent Treatment Centre, set to open to patients next spring, bringing together minor injury care and specialist emergency services.
Motorcyclist Dies in HGV Crash on A4111 in Kington
A motorcyclist has died following a collision with an HGV on the A4111 in Kington, Herefordshire, on Sunday morning. Emergency crews pronounced him dead at the scene; the HGV driver was uninjured.
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Pensioner dies in Staffordshire fire; four treated
A 75-year-old man died in a Shelton house fire on August 8; four others suffered smoke inhalation, one woman hospitalized. Police investigate cause.
Minteh Doubt for Brighton's Premier League Opener
Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh is a doubt for the Premier League opener against Aston Villa after limping off in a friendly with a leg injury, awaiting scan results.
Fire Causes Panic on Birmingham Shopping Street
A fierce blaze behind shops on Washwood Heath Road in Ward End sparked panic, with 18 firefighters tackling the flames and the road closed both ways.
Farage arson case reopened in Widdecombe murder probe
Counter-terror police have reopened a 2025 investigation into an alleged arson attack at Nigel Farage's home, linked to the murder probe of Ann Widdecombe.
DfT warns drivers not to rely on new eCall tech before 2027
The Department for Transport warns that Next Generation eCall, fitted in new cars, may not work until March 2027, advising drivers to use mobile phones in emergencies.
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Teen Hospitalised After Bilston Car Overturns
A teenager was taken to hospital after a car overturned in Bilston following a two-vehicle collision on Loxdale Street, with emergency services responding at 12:05pm.
Heatwave alert for West Midlands as temps to hit 33C
UKHSA issues yellow heat health alert for West Midlands as Met Office forecasts temperatures up to 33C next week, with risks to vulnerable people.
Man rushed to hospital after lake incident in Great Barr
A man was taken to hospital after an incident at a lake in Great Barr, West Midlands, on August 5. Ambulance crews, including HART, attended the scene near Nether Hall Avenue.
Woman dies in two-car crash on Perton Lane
A woman has died following a two-car crash in Stoke Edith, Herefordshire. Two others were injured but not seriously. Emergency services attended the scene.
Dad and daughter die in Newquay beach tragedy, inquest hears
John Collins, 66, and Samantha Collins, 32, from Doncaster, drowned at Fistral Beach, Newquay, after being swept into the sea while fishing, an inquest heard.
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Essex Fire Service's Busiest Week in Four Years
Essex fire crews faced their busiest week in four years, handling over 2,000 calls and 500 incidents amid drought conditions, including major fires and explosions.
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