HMP Leicester violence and drug use 'too high'
Watchdog report reveals HMP Leicester has highest assault rate among comparable prisons with 29% positive drug tests. Urgent action needed on violence and substance abuse.
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Drug dealer jailed after pleading for lottery cash back
Sam Cox, 27, sentenced to 31 months for drug dealing. Police seized cocaine, cannabis and £4,599 cash during raid on his grandmother's Ashby home. Read the full story.
Leicester Bach Choir's 98th Season Opening Concert
Leicester Bach Choir celebrates its 98th season with Benjamin Britten's Ceremony of Carols featuring harpist Jean Kelly and organist Simon Hogan. Join the celebration on November 29.
School staff raise £1000+ for Menphys in half marathon
Two Loughborough Schools Foundation staff ran the Run Leicester Half Marathon, raising over £1,000 for disability charity Menphys. Discover how they smashed their fundraising goals.
Man charged with double Wolverhampton murder
Mohammed Maneer Khan, 38, faces murder charges for the deaths of Duaine Mills and Syed Zain Ali in a Wolverhampton shooting. Police continue to appeal for information.
2025 ProCon Leicestershire Awards winners revealed
Discover the winners of the 2025 ProCon Leicestershire Awards, celebrating the best construction projects and a rising star architect in the region. Find out which projects took top honours.
Arrest in Wolverhampton double murder investigation
Police make a significant arrest in the Leicester Street double shooting that killed two men. A 38-year-old is held on suspicion of murder. Call 101 with information.
Leicester Team Rows Atlantic for MND Charities
Four adventurers, including a Leicester man, swap Christmas for a 3000-mile Atlantic row to raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease charities. Support their epic challenge.
Wolverhampton shooting: Residents demand action after double killing
Police statistics reveal 97 crimes reported in a single Wolverhampton postcode in September, with violence and sexual offences the most common. A £20,000 reward is offered after a double fatal shooting.
Leicester Christmas Toy Swap Event - December 13
Join Leicester's festive toy swap on December 13! Exchange unwanted toys for free, reduce plastic pollution & save money. Hosted by Parents for Future at LCB Depot.
Fundraiser for young Oldbury mum Lily Whitehouse
A fundraiser has been launched for Lily Whitehouse, 19, who died in Oldbury. The campaign aims to cover funeral costs and support her baby. Help give Lily the farewell she deserves.
Big Issue sellers' mental health crisis revealed
New research reveals Big Issue vendors in Birmingham face significant mental health impacts from being routinely ignored. Over half of approaches to passers-by receive no response.
Trespass to close Southampton city centre branch
Outdoor retailer Trespass is closing its Southampton store in March 2026, following recent closures in Watford and Ipswich. Discover the impact on the UK high street.
Win Coronation Street Star Tour & Hotel Stay
Three lucky winners can experience the ultimate Coronation Street fan package: a Star Tour, meeting a cast member, and an overnight stay at Manchester's Radisson Hotel. Enter now!
Hythe in Bloom brings winter colour to High Street
Hythe in Bloom volunteers create vibrant winter displays on the High Street with new plants. Discover how community spirit and sponsors are keeping the town colourful all year.
Man arrested after knifeman threats in Wolverhampton street
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Prosser Street, Wolverhampton, after police responded to reports of a man with a knife making threats. He remains in custody.
Man dies after bin lorry crashes into building
A man in his 60s has died after a refuse lorry collided with a building in Leominster. Two other men were airlifted to hospital with serious injuries. Emergency services remain on scene.
Rochdale's Latest Planning Applications Revealed
A wave of new planning applications has been validated in Rochdale, including proposals for new homes, shopfronts, and infrastructure projects. Discover the latest developments pending consideration.
Over 60 UK pharmacies rescued from closure
More than 60 community pharmacies across the UK have been saved from closure by Allied Pharmacies. Discover how this rescue deal protects vital local healthcare services.
Shoe Zone closes fan-favourite Rhyl store
Shoe Zone begins clearance sale as it shuts its Rhyl branch, part of a wider retail crisis hitting UK high streets. Discover the full impact and store closure list.
60+ Jhoots Pharmacy Branches Saved from Closure
Allied Pharmacies rescues over 60 Jhoots Pharmacy branches from closure, securing jobs and reinstating vital community healthcare services across England and Wales.
Welsh Retail Footfall Surges 7.1% in March
New data reveals Welsh retail is outperforming other UK nations with significant footfall increases in March 2024, offering hope for high streets and shopping centres.
Bullring Chaos: Major Birmingham Road Closure Causes Gridlock
Birmingham city centre faces major disruption as Corporation Street closes for emergency works near the Bullring, causing significant traffic delays and alternative route challenges for drivers.
Lloyds Bank Closing 45 Branches Across UK
Lloyds Banking Group reveals plans to shut 45 branches across England and Wales in 2024, citing changing customer habits and digital banking shift. Find out which locations are affected.
Mortgage market clash: Brokers vs building societies
A fierce debate erupts between mortgage brokers and building societies as new research reveals growing tensions over lending practices and market access.
Wolverhampton's historic chapel to become community hub
Exciting plans revealed to transform empty Darlington Street Methodist Chapel into vibrant community space with café and heritage features in Wolverhampton city centre.
£80M West Midlands Housing Revolution Begins
A massive £80 million government cash injection is set to breathe new life into derelict West Midlands sites, creating thousands of homes and jobs while protecting green spaces from development.
Cat Deeley fronts new Marks & Spencer fashion collection
TV favourite Cat Deeley unveils her stylish new collection for Marks & Spencer, bringing morning show glamour to the high street with affordable, sophisticated pieces for the modern woman.
Next's £55 velvet skirt dupes £1,750 designer version
Shoppers are going wild for Next's affordable velvet skirt that's a dead ringer for a luxury designer piece costing nearly £2,000. Discover this fashion dupe that's taking the high street by storm.
Lloyds announces 21 bank branch closures for 2025
Major banking shake-up as Lloyds reveals 21 branches across England and Wales will shut their doors permanently in early 2025, with Halifax and Bank of Scotland locations also affected.
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