Vape battery fire warning after fatal rise
West Midlands Fire Service issues a 'Fast. Fierce. Fatal.' warning over lithium-ion battery fires after a sharp increase in incidents. Learn how to charge devices safely.
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Fire Stick Fraud: £1,700 Bank Theft Risk
A fake 'Amazon Fire Stick' scam is putting UK users at risk of fraud, with victims losing nearly £1,700 on average. Learn how to protect your bank details from cybercriminals.
Attempted murder arrest after three house fires
A 50-year-old man is in custody after three linked house fires in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. Three people, including two teenagers, were hospitalised. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Lancashire Libraries Launch Warm Spaces Scheme
Lancashire's libraries transform into warm community hubs offering free hot drinks, activities, and social connection this winter. Find your local Warm Space today.
Reform UK councillor suspended over WhatsApp messages
Lancashire County Councillor Tom Pickup suspended from Reform UK after alleged WhatsApp messages discussing 'hardline' immigration stance and mass deportations surfaced.
Coastal Turnstone Spotting in Devon & Cornwall
Discover the fascinating world of turnstones, the clever wading birds spotted on a Devon coast. Learn about their seasonal changes, feeding habits, and where to see them in the UK.
Spotting Turnstone Birds on the UK Coast
A Lancashire Wildlife Trust expert shares his magical encounter with a flock of turnstones in Sidmouth. Discover the habits of these beautiful migratory birds and where to spot them in the UK.
Warwick University Accommodation Block Fire Contained
University of Warwick students evacuated after major fire at Arthur Vick 1 halls. No injuries reported as emergency services contain blaze. Support offered for temporary accommodation.
Woman charged with arson after Birmingham house fire
A 38-year-old woman faces arson charges after a house fire in Witton where four children were present. Emergency services responded to Deykin Avenue property.
Birmingham rescuers save Land Rover from flood
Two Good Samaritans used their 4x4s to rescue a submerged Land Rover in Hall Green after Storm Claudia. Read their vital warning to drivers.
Fire Warning: Electric Blankets & Hot Water Bottles Risk
Gloucestershire Fire Brigade warns combining electric blankets with hot water bottles could cause electrocution as temperatures plummet to -7°C. Stay safe with these essential tips.
Fire damages Birmingham's Kulture Bar & Grill
A fire ripped through the Kulture Bar & Grill on Hockley Hill, Birmingham, damaging 30% of the ground floor. Crews from Ladywood, Aston and Handsworth attended the scene.
Mum saves son and pets from arson house fire
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.
Amazon Fire TV Crackdown: UK Homes Face Visits
UK households using jailbroken Fire TV Sticks for illegal streaming face home visits and fines up to £2,000. FACT warns of data theft and fraud risks. Stay informed.
Birmingham flat fire battled by over a dozen crews
More than a dozen firefighters tackled a flat blaze on Old Walsall Road in Hamstead overnight. No injuries were reported. Get the latest Birmingham news.
Rossendale Ramblers: Autumn Colours & Red Kites
Discover how Rossendale's walking community is celebrating nature's autumn transformation with breathtaking colours and magnificent red kite sightings across the Lancashire valleys.
BAE Systems strike continues after legal ruling
GMB union members at BAE Systems' Samlesbury and Warton sites have secured legal clearance to continue strike action in an ongoing pay dispute affecting over 1,300 workers.
Chorley FC's Unbelievable Double Lottery Win Triumph
Chorley FC celebrates consecutive £1,000 prize victories in the National Lottery's 'Your Regional Acca' competition, marking an extraordinary sporting achievement for the community club.
Sports Centre Fire: Arrest After Major Midlands Blaze
A devastating fire has ripped through a Midlands sports facility, prompting a significant emergency response and subsequent arrest as authorities investigate the suspicious incident.
Bonfire Warning: £5,000 Fines for Illegal Fire Disposal
Experts warn households across Britain could face severe penalties for incorrect bonfire waste disposal as new research reveals dangerous trends in fire-related incidents.
Birmingham pub rises from ashes with exciting revival
The Red Lion and Sun in Sutton Coldfield announces triumphant reopening after devastating fire, promising enhanced dining experience while preserving cherished community spirit.
Baby among four dead in devastating house fire
A catastrophic house fire in Staffordshire has claimed the lives of four family members, including a nine-month-old baby girl, in what police are describing as an unimaginable tragedy that has devastated the local community.
Family loses home in firework blaze tragedy
A Birmingham family lost everything when a firework display went horribly wrong, destroying their home and possessions just weeks before Christmas in a tragic turn of events.
Danger Cladding: 85 West Midlands Buildings At Risk
Exclusive investigation uncovers 85 buildings across Birmingham and West Midlands still wrapped in dangerous cladding years after Grenfell tragedy. Residents living in fear as safety crisis continues.
Urgent UK warning over deadly letterbox fire risk
UK fire chiefs issue urgent warning about deadly letterbox dangers as energy costs soar and households seek alternative heating methods. Discover the simple protective measure that could prevent tragedy.
Rossendale Rotary's Purple Crocus Gift to Community Groups
Rossendale Rotary Club spreads spring colour and community spirit by donating 10,000 purple crocus corms to local civic pride organisations for planting across the valley.
Warburtons £10m Burnley Bakery Expansion Creates 80 Jobs
Britain's beloved bakery giant Warburtons is investing millions in its Lancashire facility, boosting production capacity and bringing significant employment opportunities to Burnley.
Coventry family homeless after firework blaze destroys home
A Coventry family has been made homeless after a catastrophic firework blaze ripped through their Willenhall home, destroying everything they owned just weeks before Christmas.
Lancaster History Hub gets £5k community funding boost
Lancaster's popular History & Tourism Hub receives vital funding boost from Lancashire County Council's Community Champion scheme, securing its future as a cultural destination.
Leyland family's £3k hospice tribute for sports-mad Luke
A sports-mad family from Leyland has turned tragedy into triumph, raising over £3,000 for Derian House Children's Hospice in memory of their beloved Luke, whose passion for athletics continues to inspire their incredible fundraising efforts.
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