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Community Choir for Dementia Wins Vital Funding

The Forget-me-not Chorus in North Wales has secured a Community Resilience Grant to provide free singing sessions for those living with and alongside dementia. Discover how music builds community.

Zoopla reveals UK's most affordable towns for 2025

Shildon in County Durham named Britain's most budget-friendly town for home buyers, with properties costing just 1.23 times average household income. Discover the full regional breakdown.

GP waits deter cancer checks, survey finds

A Cancer Research UK survey shows over half of Brits delay checking cancer symptoms due to GP appointment difficulties. Learn the key symptoms and why early action is vital.

EastEnders Legend Returns After 21-Year Absence

BBC's EastEnders brings back Barry Evans from the dead for special dementia storyline. Shaun Williamson returns alongside Pam St Clement in emotional Albert Square comeback.

Unwrapped Christmas Gifts: A Generational Divide

New research reveals a generational split in Christmas gift-wrapping etiquette, with 20% of Gen Z and Millennials finding unwrapped presents acceptable. Discover the festive trends.

Retford man's 10-mile walk for hospital charity

Liam Butterfield from Retford is walking 10 miles to raise funds for specialised heart equipment for Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals Charity after they saved his life.

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.

Cubbington Care Worker Wins National Care Award

Dedicated support worker Amy Melia from Cubbington Mill Care Home has been honoured with a national care award, celebrating her exceptional dedication to residents and innovative approach to dementia care.

Stockport Dementia Centre Revamp After £10k Donation

A Stockport day care centre for dementia patients is set for significant renovations after technology reseller MusicMagpie donated £10,000 to the Forget Me Not charity, enhancing facilities for vulnerable residents.

Antibiotic may cut schizophrenia risk, study finds

New research from University College London suggests the widely available antibiotic minocycline could significantly reduce the risk of developing schizophrenia in high-risk individuals, potentially revolutionising early intervention strategies.

Steelworker turned care hero wins national award

Discover how a former steelworker from Rotherham completely transformed the life of a dementia patient, earning him a prestigious national care award and proving that compassion knows no career boundaries.

Carmarthenshire's Hidden Histories Revealed in New Book

Discover how the Carmarthenshire Antiquarian Society is bringing local history to life with their latest publication, launched at their annual conference featuring fascinating insights into the county's rich heritage.

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