500-mile snow wall forecast for UK in January
Weather maps predict a 495-mile band of snow sweeping the UK in early January, with West Yorkshire set for the heaviest falls. Nine southern counties may be spared. Get the latest forecast.
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UK's Top 2026 Holiday Destinations Revealed
Discover the leading UK staycation destinations for 2026, from the Yorkshire Dales to the Scottish Highlands. Plan your perfect sustainable domestic break now.
Raw meat dumped in Sikh temple hate crime, police probe
West Midlands Police are investigating after a man was filmed dumping raw meat outside a Sikh Gurdwara in West Bromwich. The incident is being treated as a religiously aggravated hate crime.
Solihull mum cooks 108 Christmas dinners for community
Amanda O'Neill, known as 'the Christmas dinner lady', is preparing over 100 festive meals for Solihull residents facing hardship. Her initiative, a tribute to a late friend, highlights incredible community spirit.
Dog Rescued from River Dearne Rapids in Barnsley
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.
Pensioner's Serial Killer Calendar Becomes Unexpected Hit
A 73-year-old from Redditch created a calendar of infamous serial killers like Ted Bundy. He's stunned as it becomes a top seller. Discover the story behind this macabre success.
West Yorkshire Charities Receive Christmas Donations
Barratt and David Wilson Homes Yorkshire West has donated food, clothes, and toys to four local charities, supporting families in need this Christmas. Discover how the community is coming together.
A1 Wentbridge viaduct reopens with 70mph limit restored
The A1 at Wentbridge Viaduct in West Yorkshire has returned to its national speed limit of 70mph for the first time in two years following complex repairs. Read more about the project's completion ahead of the festive period.
Scarborough Campervan Ban Under Review After Backlash
Scarborough's overnight motorhome ban faces being scrapped as displaced vehicles cause chaos in residential streets. Could a controlled scheme be the answer?
Folkestone Rotary Club Honours Two with Paul Harris Fellowship
Ray Beaglehole and Nigel Hart from Channel Rotary Club Folkestone have been awarded the Paul Harris Fellowship, Rotary's highest honour, for their outstanding service. Discover their stories.
Kingstanding community centre combats deprivation with activities
A Birmingham community centre is challenging Kingstanding's negative reputation with a packed schedule of free activities, from Tai Chi to a dementia choir, and delivering 100 Christmas dinners to those in need.
Mum cooks 108 Christmas dinners for community
Amanda O'Neill from Solihull is preparing over 100 festive meals for locals in need this Christmas. Discover how her act of kindness honours a friend's memory.
UK Snow: Full List of Counties Facing Wintry Blast
Maps reveal the UK counties bracing for heavy snow from New Year's Eve, with Lancashire and Yorkshire set to be worst-hit. Get the full forecast and list of affected areas.
Redrow Community Fund Donates £2,600 to Local Groups
Redrow South Midlands' Community Fund has awarded £2,600 to three Cambridgeshire organisations, supporting youth sports and adult disability services. Discover how the donations are making a difference.
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust's Remarkable Year of Conservation
From otter sightings to rare orchid discoveries, explore Yorkshire Wildlife Trust's year of triumphs and challenges in protecting the region's precious wildlife and wild spaces.
Swansea Farm's Crowdfunder Triples Every Donation
Swansea Community Farm launches a Crowdfunder to upgrade its kitchen and offer free cooking classes. Every public donation is tripled by Swansea Mortgage Advice Bureau, turning £10 into £30. Support mental health and wellbeing in Wales' only city farm.
Polar bear arrives at Yorkshire park for brother reunion
Polar bear Brodie has moved to Yorkshire Wildlife Park's Project Polar, where he may be reunited with his brother Hamish after five years apart. Experts are monitoring his introduction to the other bears.
Major Step for Kingshurst Regeneration Project
Solihull Council's cabinet approves £340,000 to finalise designs for the transformative Kingshurst village centre regeneration, including a new community, health, and retail hub. Read the latest.
Wem Rotary Club gets £3,000 Persimmon Homes grant
Persimmon Homes West Midlands has donated £3,000 to Wem and District Rotary Club via its Community Champions scheme. The funds will support local people through events, youth activities, and tackling isolation.
Amanda Owen Shares Proud Family Farm Update
Our Yorkshire Farm's Amanda Owen delights fans with an update on her children working hard on Ravenseat Farm. See the heartwarming photos and her message of pride.
Dramatic moment abandoned Bradford building collapses
Watch the moment a derelict building on Dale Street, Bradford, collapsed, sending rubble across the road. Emergency services and structural engineers attended the scene. Read the full eyewitness account.
Leeds Christmas Concert raises £3k for Macmillan
A festive concert at Leeds Minster raised vital funds for Macmillan's cancer support services, featuring music, readings, and a powerful personal story from a local resident.
West Bromwich pub could lose licence after bouncer assault
The Prince of Wales in West Bromwich could be permanently shut down after door staff used 'excessive force' and a weapon in a violent incident. Read the full story and the upcoming council decision.
Food spray trick used to steal £2,000 from elderly man
West Midlands Police appeal for witnesses after an 80-year-old man was targeted in a distraction theft on West Bromwich High Street. The suspect sprayed food on the victim's jacket before stealing an envelope containing cash.
33 Honoured at North Kesteven Community Champion Awards
33 individuals, groups and businesses were celebrated as community champions in North Kesteven for their voluntary work and community spirit. Discover the inspiring winners and learn how to nominate for 2026.
Shearbridge Vets' Christmas Memory Tree Supports Cat Rescue
Shearbridge Veterinary Centre in Bradford invites pet owners to honour lost companions on its Christmas Memory Tree, raising £1 per pet for local cat rescue charities. Donate pet food for local foodbanks.
Student, 16, killed in Tadcaster minibus crash named
Eleanor 'Ellie' Hague, 16, died in a collision between a minibus and a car in Tadcaster. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage after the fatal crash.
Girl, 16-18, dies in Tadcaster minibus and car collision
A teenage girl has died after a minibus carrying nine teenagers collided with a car in Tadcaster. Police have arrested a 40-year-old woman and are appealing for witnesses.
YAA's First Fundraising Ball Raises Over £52k
Yorkshire Air Ambulance's inaugural 'Flat Cap and Feathers Ball' raised £52,649, a vital boost for its life-saving service. Discover how the community came together in Leeds to mark the charity's 25th year.
Hillsborough report slams West Midlands Police investigation
A major new police watchdog report heavily criticises West Midlands Police's Hillsborough disaster probe as 'inexplicably narrow'. Read the damning findings.
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