Staffordshire firefighters attended over 1,000 extra emergencies this summer as wildfires surged. The chief fire officer warns climate change is now a year-round operational reality. Read the full report.
After Shane Walsh drowned in the River Severn in 2017, his wife Kirsty champions water safety. She now volunteers with rescue teams to prevent similar tragedies and create a legacy for their children.
New data reveals a 0.8% year-on-year drop in UK retail footfall last month, driven by Autumn Budget tax fears and poor weather. Industry leaders call for a new high street revival plan.
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.
New figures reveal a 0.4% year-on-year drop in Welsh retail footfall for November, with Cardiff among the hardest-hit UK cities. Retailers now pin hopes on a December surge.
Freshfields Animal Rescue launches its vital Christmas appeal. Your donation, doubled until Dec 8, provides safety, medical care & hope for homeless UK pets. Help save lives.
The AA has launched a new app feature that uses your smartphone's GPS to pinpoint your exact location during a breakdown, helping patrols reach you faster. Discover how it works and what else the app offers.
Iconic homeware chain Fired Earth has been rescued from administration by Topps Tiles in a £3 million deal, saving the brand but resulting in over 100 job losses. Discover the details of the acquisition.
Curly Tails animal rescue in Newton Longville receives a £1,000 Community Champions donation from Persimmon Homes, aiding its work uniting people and animals for wellbeing.
Black Friday sales led to a slowdown in shop price rises across the UK high street in November, new data reveals. Discover how consumer deals impacted inflation.
Dogs Trust West Midlands has over 50 dogs, including 15 featured here, desperate for loving families in Birmingham and the West Midlands this festive season.
The Byron burger chain has been bought out of administration for a third time in a decade. The new owners plan a UK and Dubai revival after 58 sites were axed.
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet West Midlands is expanding from 75 to 100 stores, creating up to 500 new jobs by 2027. Discover the latest retail growth in Cannock.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for search and rescue vehicles from April 2027, saving teams thousands in fundraising. Discover the full details.
Pets at Home reports 33.5% profit drop as retail business struggles. Bosses announce urgent action plan including £20 million cost-cutting programme to revive the 34-year-old chain.
Next implements AI 'Thruvision' technology detecting stolen goods hidden in clothing. The system uses body heat detection and has already reduced theft in warehouses. #RetailSecurity
An orphaned seal rehabilitated by RSPCA Stapeley Grange has been photographed with her own pup off the North Wales coast. Discover this heartwarming wildlife success story and learn how to support seal conservation.
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.
O'Malley the German Shepherd faces his fourth Christmas at Birmingham Dogs Home. The charity launches a 'Festive Feast' appeal, asking for £5 donations to give rescue dogs a special Christmas dinner.
River Island is shutting its Altrincham store in a major restructuring plan, with 71 more UK locations at risk. Discover the full list of closures and the reasons behind the high street exodus.
A young fox was rescued by the RSPCA after getting stuck inside an Amazon delivery van's engine. The animal chewed a wire, alerting the driver. Read the full rescue story.
Claire's accessories store vanishes from Richmond high street as part of major closures following US bankruptcy and UK administration. Find your nearest store.
The popular Middletons Steakhouse & Grill chain has been rescued from administration, securing the future of its seven UK restaurants and preserving jobs for staff.
Middletons Steakhouse & Grill rescued from administration by its shareholders, safeguarding all 159 jobs across its seven restaurants in England. Read the full story.
Two Good Samaritans used their 4x4s to rescue a submerged Land Rover in Hall Green after Storm Claudia. Read their vital warning to drivers.
The AA's innovative new app uses GPS technology to pinpoint stranded motorists' exact locations, dramatically speeding up rescue times. Available on iOS and Android.
A new Cats Protection pop-up homeware shop has opened on Victoria Road West, Cleveleys. Support local cats this Christmas by donating or shopping for pre-loved furniture and decor.
Plans for a major expansion of Shobnall Retail Park in Burton have been approved, bringing a new M&S, a drive-thru Greggs, and a 24-lane bowling alley. The development will create 150 jobs and add 400 parking spaces. Discover the full details of this exci
Police, paramedics and firefighters descended on Hereford's River Wye after reports of a person entering the water. A man was located and taken to hospital. Officers remain at the scene.
A courageous mother risked her life running into a burning house to rescue her teenage son, cats and bearded dragons after a drunken ex-lover torched a caravan. Read the full story.