The popular Heywood 1940s Day, which draws thousands to Greater Manchester, may be cancelled this year due to a shortage of volunteers. Organisers seek 10 new helpers to support the event, featuring live music, parades, and vintage displays.
A singer driving home at 2am recorded a tall, dark figure with a glowing head on the A69, sparking viral speculation about the Slenderman character. The dashcam footage has gained over 240,000 views online.
The Malt Shovel in Pontefract has raised more than £14,000 for charities and individuals, contributing to Craft Union Pub Company's national £1 million charity milestone for the second year running.
Royal Berks Charity celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026, highlighting three decades of funding for medical equipment and patient care beyond NHS budgets across Berkshire and South Oxfordshire.
Six men have been arrested on suspicion of firearm possession after shots were fired and a man was stabbed during an early-morning disorder in Kingswinford. Police have increased patrols in the area.
Striking Birmingham bin worker Matthew Reid has condemned Chancellor Rachel Reeves' call for workers to 'get back to work' as 'disgusting', amid a bitter dispute now extending into its second year.
Jurors have retired to consider verdicts in the case of Andrew Gorrell, accused of murdering a pensioner in a Wednesbury blaze. The 54-year-old admits manslaughter but denies murder and other charges.
A 12-hour spinathon and fitness classes at Parklands Leisure Centre in Oadby and Wigston raised £3,200 for Breast Cancer Now, supported by local businesses and community generosity.
Illustration students at the University of South Wales collaborated with Hope Rescue to develop creative campaigns aimed at raising awareness among young adults about dog adoption, fostering, and volunteering.
Merseyside Police have passed the case to the CPS for review after a teenager had his hand cut off at an 18th birthday party in Huyton last September. Multiple arrests have been made.
Arben Lusha attempted to flee police in Tamworth but was caught with 16 deals of cocaine concealed in a deodorant container, leading to a prison sentence.
Shocking data reveals 574 pets reported stolen in West Midlands since 2021, averaging two thefts per week. Experts stress microchipping as vital for reuniting stolen animals with their families.
Saudi Arabia has declared Ramadan 2026 begins on February 18, while other nations including the UK, Morocco, and Pakistan await local moonsightings. Forecasts from the Royal Observatory suggest most countries will start fasting on February 19.
A couple in Soham has donated nearly £2,500 to East Anglia's Children's Hospices from their annual Christmas light display, bringing their total support to £25,000 for the charity that helped their grandson.
Multiple injuries reported after gunshots heard in Christchurch, New Zealand. Police have established a large cordon and are investigating a suspected home invasion.
A devastating fire has destroyed a family home in Cannock, leaving a mother and her son displaced. Louis Green has launched a GoFundMe appeal to help rebuild their cherished family residence.
Moya Cole Hospice and Global Adventures are hosting a free information evening on February 26 to detail the 2026 Inca Trail and Spanish Three Peaks treks, which raise funds for hospice care services.
Staffordshire Police are appealing to the public to help locate Darren Spicer, a 52-year-old from Tamworth wanted for a series of shoplifting offences in Tamworth and Cannock, with known connections to Birmingham.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a teenage boy suffered a serious sexual assault at Brunswick Park in Wednesbury. The attacker wore a black balaclava and beige Essentials hoodie.
Staffordshire Police arrested a shoplifter in Cannock who stole an unusual collection of health items, prompting officers to joke he was preparing for 'the world's most uncomfortable apocalypse'.
After Shrove Tuesday, plumbing specialists caution that pouring leftover pancake batter down sinks can cause severe pipe blockages, leading to expensive repairs exceeding £100. Proper disposal methods are recommended.
Asim Akram, who operated the Snowbrum County Lines drug network using Snapchat to sell cocaine, heroin, and other drugs across Birmingham, has been jailed for seven years following a police raid and investigation.
A man has been jailed for 20 weeks and another charged after separate shoplifting incidents at the same Co-op store in Sutton Coldfield's Wylde Green area.
Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals Charity invites brave supporters to abseil down the Women and Children's Hospital on April 25, 2026, aiming to surpass last year's £12,000 fundraising success.
Birmingham's 'B' postcode was the most popular UK relocation destination in 2025, attracting young professionals despite the city's reputation. New residents cite affordable housing, career opportunities, and community spirit.
Age UK launches urgent campaign as £3bn in unclaimed Pension Credit leaves one million eligible pensioners missing out on vital financial support worth £2,600 annually.
A loophole in the DWP's benefit cap system allows thousands of households to claim over £60,000 annually through 16 exempt benefits, sparking calls for welfare reform.
A terrifying home invasion occurred in Hall Green where an armed robber, pretending to be a police officer, threatened a couple with a gun and demanded money. West Midlands Police are investigating.
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster launches Youth Scrutiny Panels for ages 14-24 to review stop and search and use of force, addressing disproportionate impacts on young people.
Quinton Brown, 52, exposed himself and assaulted multiple victims including a mother with children and a wheelchair user in Birmingham city centre. He has been sentenced to ten months in prison.