95-Year-Old's 87-Year Carol Tradition in Abergavenny
For 87 Christmases, Eric Davies has played carols on Abergavenny's High Street. At 95, he continues a family Salvation Army tradition started in the 1890s, raising vital funds for local causes.
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Pub raises nearly £2k for hospice in memory of landlady's grandma
The Crown and Anchor pub in Chesterfield raised £1,953.75 for Ashgate Hospice in memory of Jill Parsley. The community event featured free live music and a raffle. Read more about this heartwarming story of local charity work.
Birmingham landlord's Christmas plea to save local pubs
A Birmingham landlord urges locals to support their pub this Christmas as closures hit 'unprecedented rate' and business rates threaten a 15% hike. Protect your local.
Council 'Paralysed' After Mass Resignations
Shirebrook Town Council left unable to function after 11 councillors quit. Bolsover District Council appoints temporary members to restore operations. Read the full story.
Historic Monarchs Feature on Festive Chocolate Coins
Chocolatier crafts giant edible coins of Henry VIII and Queen Victoria to celebrate a new banking hub in Essex. Discover the sweet link between cash, history, and Christmas tradition.
Herts RAF Veteran Calls for Christmas Messages to Veterans
RAF veteran Barrie Griffiths urges Hertfordshire residents to post messages of support for veterans this Christmas via Help for Heroes. Small gestures can combat loneliness.
11 chocolates axed from festive tubs over the years
From Galaxy Truffles to Time Outs, discover the 11 beloved chocolates removed from Cadbury Heroes, Roses, Quality Street and Celebrations tubs. Find out what's changed in your festive favourites.
Police officers win hero award for disarming protestors
PCs Bethany Cottrell and Natalie Millward showed 'unwavering courage' disarming individuals with weapons during a volatile city centre protest. Discover their heroic story.
Six Centenarian Veterans Celebrated at Broughton House
George Evans marks his 100th birthday, joining five other centenarian veterans at Broughton House Veteran Care Village in Salford. Discover their incredible stories of service and longevity.
Billericay girls netball success at Flying Dutchman Cup
Year 8-10 students from Mayflower High School in Billericay excelled at a French netball tournament, gaining professional coaching and building team spirit. Discover their inspiring journey.
Billericay pupils' Spanish immersion trip to Murcia
A group of 40 GCSE Spanish students from Mayflower High School in Billericay have returned from a four-day immersive trip to Murcia, Spain. The 'no English' rule saw their confidence and language skills soar ahead of April exams.
Billericay Students Earn Prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award
Students at Mayflower High School in Billericay have been recognised for completing the demanding Duke of Edinburgh's Gold Award, placing them in an elite national group. Read about their community impact and the MP's celebratory visit.
Southport Families Honoured at Liverpool Heroes Awards
The families of three girls lost in the Southport tragedy received a Special Award for their courage and inspiring charities. The Guide Liverpool celebrated a decade of local media.
Huge 2kg Cadbury Heroes Box Cheaper for Christmas
A massive 2kg Cadbury Heroes chocolate box is now 27% off on Amazon, offering better value than supermarket tubs. Discover festive sweet deals for families.
Christmas Chocolate Tubs £3.50 at Sainsbury's
Sainsbury's and Deliveroo slash prices on Celebrations, Quality Street, Cadbury Heroes & Roses to just £3.50 for a one-day Black Friday special. Get yours delivered in under 25 minutes!
Aldi customer shocked by £11.99 Heroes chocolate price
An Aldi customer went viral after discovering Heroes chocolates priced at £11.99 for 700g. The TikTok video sparked debate about Christmas treat inflation. Read more.
Stranger Things 5 Volume 1 Deaths Explained
Complete breakdown of all character deaths in Stranger Things 5 Volume 1. Discover who survived the first four episodes and whose fate remains uncertain ahead of December's finale.
Christmas Chocolate Countdown: What's in Your Tub?
We've cracked open Celebrations, Quality Street, Heroes and Roses to reveal the exact chocolate counts and which tub offers the best value this Christmas. Discover the festive favourites inside!
M&S Half-Price Luxury Gift Set Sells Out
Shoppers are raving about the half-price Apothecary Heroes Gift Set from Marks & Spencer. This luxury wellbeing collection, down from £60 to £30, is a perfect Christmas gift. Grab this deal now!
Billericay Community Awards 2025 Winners Revealed
Discover the inspiring winners of the 2025 Billericay Community Awards. These local heroes and businesses were honoured for making the town a better place to live and work.
Birmingham greengrocer fights closure after 55 years
John Ward, 76, says his Stirchley greengrocer J&H Ward beats supermarkets on price and quality. He warns the community must support him now or the shop will close for good.
Tesco drivers rescue man from burning car in Worcester
Two Tesco delivery drivers, Ben Rowe and Leo Kuriakose, have been honoured for pulling a man and his dog from a burning vehicle in Worcester. Their swift action likely saved a life.
Billericay Fun Walk Raises Record £121k for Charity
The Fun Walk Trust's 2024 event raised a record-breaking £121,000 for local causes, the highest in its 23-year history. Discover how this community triumph benefits Essex.
Cadbury Shrinks Heroes & Roses, Keeps Price Same
Cadbury has reduced its Heroes, Roses & Twirl pouches from 300g to 270g while keeping the £5 price, a move slammed as 'dishonest' by shoppers.
Penarth RNLI volunteer honoured for 20+ years service
Sally Livsey-Davies receives a long service award from Penarth RNLI for over two decades of dedicated fundraising. Discover how her efforts supported lifesaving work.
2025 Pride of Gedling Awards Winners Announced
Discover the inspiring winners of the 2025 Pride of Gedling Awards, celebrating local heroes and community champions across Nottinghamshire. Read their remarkable stories now!
King Charles honours West Midlands volunteer heroes
King Charles has honoured six community volunteer groups in Birmingham and Wolverhampton with the prestigious Award for Voluntary Service. Discover the inspiring stories behind these local heroes.
Brave police officers nominated for hero award
Two Staffordshire police officers displayed incredible bravery during a violent Hanley protest, disarming armed individuals without protective gear. Read their heroic story.
MeMe Detroit's Spectacular EP Fundraiser in Digbeth
Birmingham artist MeMe Detroit delivered a spectacular EP fundraising show at Deadwax in Digbeth, featuring special guests and a vibrant mix of acoustic and full-band performances. Discover the highlights of this unforgettable evening.
Cowbridge Art Exhibition Opens at The Old Hall
Cowbridge Art Society's exhibition is now open at The Old Hall. Featuring a superb range of 2D and 3D art, a Visitors' Choice Award, and a raffle. Open until Dec 13. Visit today!
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