Folklore café at Sutton Coldfield station faced shutdown in 2025 over its rescue cat, Betty. Owner Alex Light found an ingenious solution to keep both his business and the feline resident. Discover this unique community hub.
Matthew Upham, 63, is missing after a stormy Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services launched a major rescue operation. Read the latest.
Tamworth's £21.65m regeneration project is finished, linking historic sites and creating new spaces for business to boost footfall. See the transformation.
Emergency services called to Budleigh Salterton after swimmers got into difficulty. Two men remain missing as police urge people not to swim on Boxing Day.
Firefighters demonstrate the dangerous mistake that can cause a turkey to burst into flames. Learn their crucial safety tips for a hazard-free Christmas dinner.
Heart-stopping rescue as South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue save a dog named Lucky from steep River Dearne banks. Read the full story of the community effort.
A fox with mange was rescued from Pure Gym in Worcester after a three-day operation. Vale Wildlife Hospital staff finally caught the animal on the gym floor. Read the full story.
Amazon has slashed the price of a popular Soudorv Smart Watch from £129.99 to just £16.99. The health-tracking gadget is perfect for New Year fitness goals. Grab the deal before it ends!
Quick-thinking Nottinghamshire Police officers performed CPR on a man in his 30s found slumped in his car on Woodhouse Way. Read how their decisive actions saved a life.
Boots' Elegant Touch Fairy Tale Cat Eye false nails, priced at £8.50, are receiving rave reviews for strength & salon-like look. A special BOGOF deal makes them a bargain.
Dogs Trust Kenilworth has over 50 dogs needing adoption in Birmingham and beyond. Meet 15 charming residents, including one waiting 1000 days, hoping for a fresh start in the new year.
UK petrol drivers are paying an average of 17p per mile this December, with a 1000-mile trip costing £173. RAC warns of a costly Christmas on the roads. Read more for the full breakdown and expert comment.
Costa Coffee has shut its Greengates crossroads branch in Bradford after a decade. This is part of a wider trend, with a full list of 21 closures since September 2024 revealed.
Bella, a Cane Corso rescued from a hazardous Birmingham property, is now healthy and searching for a loving family this Christmas. Discover her story and how to adopt.
Sid the cat, found flea-ridden and with a nose deformity in a dirty Wolverhampton home, has been rescued by the RSPCA and adopted into a loving new family. Read his heartwarming recovery story.
Discover how to watch the beloved Coventry-set Christmas films Nativity and Nativity 2 this festive season. Stream on Netflix, BBC iPlayer, Sky and more.
Two of three tiny Dachshund puppies have died after being abandoned in a taped-up cardboard box on a rain-soaked towpath near Wolverhampton. The surviving pup, Comet, fights on as a charity appeals for information.
A major incident was declared in Shropshire after a huge sinkhole breached the Llangollen Canal, swallowing three narrowboats. Emergency services evacuated residents with no casualties reported. Read the latest update.
The Google Pixel Watch 3 is now £199 on Amazon, a 43% saving. Buyers praise its features, prompting a switch from Fitbit. Discover the smartwatch's fitness tracking and AI coaching.
The Liberty Bar and Restaurant Group, which runs TGI Fridays in the UK, has filed to appoint administrators for the second time in December, casting uncertainty over its 49 sites and 2,000 staff.
Mansfield Wildlife Rescue receives a £1,000 donation from The Wilkins Group to cover winter costs. The gift concludes the firm's year-long '12 Months of Giving' charity initiative.
Pet nutrition expert Richard Green reveals which Christmas dinner items are safe for dogs and cats, and which toxic foods to avoid to prevent a vet emergency.
Birmingham's new lead commissioner eyes Barcelona-style status. Plus, a cat rescued from Vinted, HS2 updates, and festive events in our Christmas week digest. Stay connected to Brum.
A major incident in Whitchurch after a canal bank collapse creates a 50m sinkhole, trapping three boats. Emergency services respond. No injuries reported.
A £14 ceramic cat ornament from Next is proving to be the perfect Christmas gift, with shoppers admitting they're tempted to keep it for themselves. Discover the details and rave reviews.
Christmas shoppers can grab a huge 64% discount on this popular Tommy Hilfiger men's watch on Amazon, saving £140. The 'stylish' timepiece is praised for looking more expensive than its price.
Citizen's new virtual try-on tool lets you see any watch on your wrist via your smartphone. We tested it with the £400 Red Arrows Promaster Air Navihawk.
River Island will close 33 UK stores by January's end as part of a restructuring plan to save its retail business. See the full list of affected locations.
Asda has the cheapest petrol and diesel this Christmas, beating rivals like Tesco and Sainsbury's. Find out where to fill up before your festive journey.
The UK release date for the hotly anticipated TV adaptation of Rachel Reid's 'Heated Rivalry' is finally here. Discover how to stream the ice hockey romance on Sky and NOW from January 10th.