Reform UK Proposes 3.99% Council Tax Rise in Kent
Kent County Council, led by Reform UK, proposes a 3.99% council tax increase for 2026/27, breaking election pledges. Dover and Deal households face paying £67 more annually.
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Drugs haul found in Wolverhampton garden shed, two arrested
Police in Wolverhampton have arrested two people after a raid uncovered a stash of class A and B drugs hidden in a garden shed on Latch Place. Read the latest on this drugs bust.
Parking suspended on Emma Place Ope for building works
Plymouth City Council issues an 18-month traffic order suspending parking on Emma Place Ope from February 2026 for remedial works. Check details and contact info.
Appeal to find family of Lichfield woman Angela Powell
Staffordshire Police and the Coroner's Office are urgently seeking the family of 77-year-old Angela Powell, who was found deceased at her Lichfield home. Her death is not suspicious.
Pantomime raises £8,840 for theatre accessibility charity
Darlington Hippodrome's festive pantomime 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' raised £8,840 for A Place For Everyone charity. Support access to live theatre. Donate online now.
Pubs React to Storm Goretti: Early Closures and Safe Spaces
As Storm Goretti brings heavy snow to the West Midlands, some pubs close early for staff safety while others open as warm community refuges. Find out which venues are offering help.
Quiet Crosby Beach is under two hours from Birmingham
Discover the windswept beauty of Crosby Beach in Merseyside, featuring Antony Gormley's iconic 'Another Place' statues. A perfect spot for a winter walk, just 94 miles from Birmingham.
Traitors star Paul Gorton announces new BBC TV show
Ex-Traitors legend Paul Gorton unveils exciting new BBC career hosting 'Do You Know Your Place?' with Vernon Kay. Discover his sneaky tactics from the hit show.
Why Stratford-upon-Avon is the UK's happiest market town
Discover why Stratford-upon-Avon, famed for Shakespeare, is crowned one of Britain's happiest places. Explore its riverside charm, vibrant markets, and year-round appeal.
Inside Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter: The 'Best Neighbourhood'
A resident reveals what life is really like in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, named the city's best place to live in 2026. Discover its charm, food scene, and community buzz.
Attempted murder charge after Mansfield New Year's Eve attack
A 25-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder following a serious assault in Mansfield town centre on New Year's Eve. The victim remains in hospital in a serious condition.
Arrow named Warwickshire's best place to live 2026
The hamlet of Arrow is crowned Warwickshire's best place to live for 2026 by Muddy Stilettos. Discover its chocolate-box charm, top schools, and award-winning pub.
Birmingham's Best Place to Live 2026 Revealed
The historic Jewellery Quarter has been crowned Birmingham's top residential spot for 2026 by Muddy Stilettos, praised for its creative vibe, reasonable property prices, and vibrant lifestyle.
Critical Jan 15 Deadline for Wolverhampton School Applications
Urgent reminder for Wolverhampton parents: the deadline for primary school applications is 15 January 2026. With only 43% submitted, late applications risk losing preferred school places.
Woodhall Spa's Victorian Signage to be Restored
Woodhall Spa Parish Council secures funding to restore historic Victorian signage and picket fencing on The Broadway, preserving heritage and improving village centre safety.
Five areas of Walsall town centre transformation revealed
Walsall Council unveils a 15-year framework to regenerate five key areas, including new homes, a relocated arena, and canal kayaking. Discover the full vision for 2026-2040.
Midlands' happiest and gloomiest places for 2025 revealed
Rightmove's 2025 'Happy at Home' Index reveals a stark split in Midlands resident satisfaction. Discover which historic towns soared and which urban centres ranked among Britain's least happy.
Midlands pronunciation traps for locals and visitors
From Caldmore to Weoley Castle, discover the Midlands place names that are linguistic minefields. A guide to saying them like a local. Can you pass the test?
Pride & Prejudice (2005) Arrives on Netflix UK
Netflix UK adds the classic Keira Knightley period romance Pride & Prejudice (2005) just in time for festive viewing. Discover why fans call it a timeless masterpiece.
Leamington Spa Named Midlands' Happiest Place to Live
Leamington Spa tops the Midlands happiness rankings and places 12th nationally in Rightmove's 2026 study. Discover which other towns thrived and which struggled.
Ilmington named best Midlands place to live 2025
The Warwickshire village of Ilmington has been crowned the best place to live in the Midlands for 2025 by The Sunday Times. Discover why this Cotswolds gem is thriving.
Leamington Spa named West Midlands' happiest place
Leamington Spa tops the West Midlands in Rightmove's 2025 'happy at home' index. Discover why this historic spa town, known as 'Silicon Spa,' offers a perfect blend of charm, green spaces, and modern life.
Walsall ranked fifth worst UK place to live in 2025
Walsall in the West Midlands has been ranked the fifth least happy place in the UK in Rightmove's 2025 'Happy at Home' index. Discover the full list and local reaction.
Sutton Coldfield Named Birmingham's Happiest Place 2025
Rightmove's 2025 Happy at Home Index reveals Sutton Coldfield as the West Midlands' top spot for wellbeing, beating Birmingham. Discover why this royal town excels.
Leamington Spa named happiest place in West Midlands
Discover why Leamington Spa has topped Rightmove's 2025 'Happy at Home' index for the West Midlands, from its Regency charm to its 'Silicon Spa' tech hub.
CCTV image released after Stourbridge shop robbery
West Midlands Police are appealing for help to identify a man after a robbery at a shop in Sandringham Place, Stourbridge, on September 2. Staff tried to stop him.
Construction starts on £50m Grimsby redevelopment
Construction work is now underway on the £50m Freshney Place redevelopment in Grimsby, set to deliver a cinema, leisure facilities and food hall by 2027.
Labour's Income Tax Hike: What It Costs You
Analysis reveals how a potential 1p Income Tax rise in the Autumn Budget could add over £200 to the average worker's bill. See the impact on your finances.
DWP to contact benefits claimants' families in crackdown
The DWP is set to contact benefits claimants' families using new anti-fraud powers. Learn how this crackdown aims to reduce the ballooning welfare bill.
Labour urged to adopt Thatcher-era bank tax
SNP calls for windfall tax on banks to fund £300 energy bill reduction, citing Margaret Thatcher's similar proposal. Will Labour act in Autumn Budget?
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