Two young athletes from Climbing Hut Ellesmere Port, aged just 10 and 11, have earned spots on GB Climbing's Foundation Programme. Read their inspiring story and what it means for the local community.
Aldi is letting customers book its £3.30 Too Good To Go 'Surprise Bags' up to five days early this Christmas to cut food waste. Find out the key dates and how to save.
Thousands of children in Middlesbrough will benefit from free festive fun, sports, and healthy meals this Christmas. The Bring It On Boro scheme is back, funded by a £250k grant. Find out how to book.
Over 500 participants lit up Endcliffe Park for Sheffield Children's Hospital Charity's annual Glow in the Park fun run, raising more than £28,000. The funds will support the Art+ programme.
Travelling this Christmas? Use a simple penny trick to check if your freezer lost power while you were away, preventing dangerous food spoilage. Learn the easy hack for peace of mind.
PayPal launches a free debit card with 1% cashback, challenging rivals like Amex. Nearly 30 million UK customers can join the new PayPal+ loyalty programme. Sign up now!
An NHS-funded diabetes support scheme in West Birmingham is transforming lives, with over half of participants reducing blood sugar levels. Residents call for expansion.
A B&M store in Birmingham has been given the lowest possible hygiene score of zero, placing it among the worst in the country. Read the full report and company response.
A British YouTuber survived on just Wetherspoons meals for 72 hours, spending a total of £44.38. Discover his surprising favourite dish and daily breakdown.
Walsall's popular rooftop street food venue remains closed after a planning row. The council withdrew a stop notice, but a final decision on its future is pending. Read the latest.
Calbee Group UK recalls Hot & Spicy and Pizza Chips due to undeclared mustard and celery. Check your packets now and return for a full refund if affected.
Two Midlands mothers share their journey from isolation to optimism after completing a work academy with East Midlands Railway. Discover how sector-based programmes are creating pathways to jobs.
Discover the expert-approved plan to maximise your 2026 annual leave. By strategically booking around bank holidays, you can enjoy 63 days off using just 28 days of leave. Start planning your year of adventures now!
Walsall Council has withdrawn a stop notice against the Rooftop Food Court after compliance. The venue, which opened without permission, hopes to reopen soon. Read the latest.
Aldi urges UK shoppers to donate key items like tinned food and toiletries at in-store collection points this winter, as food bank demand is set to surge by 30%.
A Birmingham NHS-funded diabetes programme is transforming lives, reducing blood sugar levels for 52% of participants and significantly improving mental health. Residents call for expansion.
The Duchess of Sussex launches a festive chocolate trio priced at £8.99, following the critical mauling of her Netflix holiday special. Discover the flavours and the reaction.
Lindi Holmes, a Cambridge volunteer, wins FoodCycle's Regional Volunteer of the Year Award for helping turn over 20 tonnes of surplus food into thousands of free community meals. Discover how you can get involved.
Southport Macmillan Centre confirms its holiday opening hours and reflects on a year supporting over 80% of local cancer patients. Read their annual message and survey call.
Food banks across the West Midlands brace for a severe winter surge in demand, with over 61,000 parcels distributed last year. Donations struggle to keep pace as vulnerable groups face rising costs.
Food banks across the West Midlands are preparing for a severe winter surge in demand, with a 27% rise in parcels since pre-pandemic levels. The Trussell Trust warns they are at breaking point and urgently need public donations.
An independent evaluation reveals a pioneering three-year programme has successfully overhauled support for seriously ill children and their families in Lancashire and South Cumbria, filling critical service gaps.
Marks & Spencer's subtle, sparkly jumper is a festive hit at just £20. Available in two colours, it's machine washable and perfect for Christmas Day. Shoppers say it's selling fast.
Swansea University invites South Wales SME leaders to join the government-funded Help to Grow management programme in Jan 2026. Boost your business strategy and growth. Apply now.
Waitrose shoppers have until the end of Tuesday to save a third on selected festive food and drink, including panettone and stollen. Act now before the deal expires.
A VIP day at Birmingham's Good Food Show Winter became truly special thanks to a touching moment from TV chef James Martin. Discover what made the event unforgettable.
UK pet owners are dashing to the shops less thanks to hassle-free subscription services that deliver food automatically. Discover how predictable feeding routines reduce stress.
Birmingham's Original Patty Men restaurant reveals how they gained millions of social media views and became a city institution. Discover their journey from street food to permanent home.
The Girls Inspired programme in Essex is helping vulnerable young women escape unhealthy relationships and criminality through sport and mentoring. Discover how this initiative creates positive change.
A huge Black Friday deal slashes 10-14 night Egypt holidays, combining a Nile cruise with an all-inclusive Red Sea stay from £429. Includes flights, transfers & winter sun.