Berkshire's 2026 Half-Term: Events Guide for Families
Discover Berkshire's packed February 2026 half-term programme. From lambing and LEGO builds to rainforest tours and holiday clubs, plan your family adventures now.
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Dad admits manslaughter after baby son's death
Gareth Stark admitted killing his three-month-old son, Leon, who died in hospital in October 2023. The 38-year-old will be sentenced at Stafford Crown Court.
Blackburn dad-of-four killed in Bolton head-on collision
A devoted father-of-four from Blackburn has been named as the victim of a fatal head-on crash in Bolton. Tributes pour in for Masrob Ali, 54, after his taxi was hit by a car on the wrong side of the road. Read the full story.
Free Air Fryers for UK Households in Cost of Living Help
Thousands of UK households can apply for free energy-efficient appliances like air fryers and slow cookers to cut bills. Learn about the Household Support Fund and council schemes.
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Charity funds bespoke bed for hospital bereavement room
A volunteer-led Sands group funded a £16,000+ pull-down bed for the bereavement suite at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen, creating a vital family space for grieving parents.
Man arrested after suspicious shop incident in Sutton Coldfield
A 45-year-old man was detained by police on Penns Lane this morning on suspicion of shop theft and possessing a bladed article. Read the full details.
Pensioners to have £17 monthly deduction from payments
Thousands of state pensioners will see £17 monthly deductions from their payments after new income-based Winter Fuel Payment rules. Find out who is affected and how the HMRC clawback works.
Isra and Miraj 2026: Key Date and UK Observance
The Night of Ascension, Isra and Miraj, falls on Friday 16 January 2026. Discover the significance, traditions, and how British Muslims mark this sacred event.
Man jailed for infecting victim with HIV in reckless act
Luke Davis, 31, from Kidderminster, has been sentenced to four years and six months for inflicting grievous bodily harm after failing to disclose his HIV status. Read the full story.
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Ex-Army funeral director finds new calling in Bridgend
After 22 years in the British Army, Ian Rees found his perfect fit in funeralcare. Discover how his military discipline helps families in Bridgend during their toughest times.
Barratt Homes Donates £1,000 to Blackburn Scout Group
Immanuel Feniscowles Scout Group in Blackburn receives a £1,000 donation for groundwork. The funds will rebuild a wall and create a base for a new hut, benefiting 50 young people and the wider community.
Iranians in Birmingham protest regime amid spy fears
Hundreds of exiled Iranians in Birmingham rallied for regime change, voicing terror for loved ones back home and fear of regime spies within their own community. Read their powerful stories.
Missing Droitwich Man Andrew Phillips Found Dead
The body of Andrew Phillips, 66, missing since September, has been found in Stoke Prior. Police confirm his death is not suspicious. Read the latest update.
Drugs haul found in Wolverhampton garden shed, two arrested
Police in Wolverhampton have arrested two people after a raid uncovered a stash of class A and B drugs hidden in a garden shed on Latch Place. Read the latest on this drugs bust.
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Prison inspectors slam 'poor' conditions at HMP Featherstone
A damning report reveals 'dreary' and run-down conditions at HMP Featherstone in Staffordshire, with inspectors criticising shabby cells and bleak facilities. Read the full findings.
Man jailed for over 4 years for infecting victim with HIV
Luke Davis, 31, has been sentenced to four years and six months for inflicting grievous bodily harm after failing to disclose his HIV status and stopping medication. Read the full court report.
Seven-year sentence for Snapchat rapist in Tamworth
Mehmet Ogur, 27, convicted of raping an 18-year-old in a park. The Kurdish-born asylum seeker was living in a Tamworth hotel. Read the full court details.
320,000 pensioners face £1,000+ 'retirement tax' bills
Over 300,000 UK state pensioners are being sent tax demands of at least £1,000. Experts warn the frozen personal allowance is creating a 'retirement tax' crisis. Read the full analysis.
Charity's £500k Lifeline for Families at Leeds Children's Hospital
Yorkshire charity Candlelighters has given more than £500,000 to Eckersley House, providing vital accommodation for families with seriously ill children at Leeds Children's Hospital since 1994.
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1913 Enderby 'One Girl Strike' Story Hits Big Screen
The story of Olive Coulson, whose 1913 dismissal sparked an eight-week strike at an Enderby boot factory, is now a film. Its world premiere is at the Enderby Civic Centre on 28 February 2026.
Charity marks 40 years supporting families with seriously ill children
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity celebrates four decades of providing unique, family-led care for those facing childhood illness. Find out how you can support their vital work as demand grows.
Five men jailed over 65 years for Darlaston shooting plot
A Birmingham gang has been sentenced to over 65 years for a plot that saw a father shot on his doorstep in Darlaston. Read the full court details and sentences here.
Schoolgirl donates hair to charity after relative's cancer
Kind-hearted Esme, 10, from Ivybridge, has donated 30cm of her hair and raised over £700 for The Little Princess Trust to help children with hair loss. Read her inspiring story.
Earl Shilton Scout Group Calls for New Volunteers
The Earl Shilton Scout Group urgently needs volunteers to support Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts. Help young people build confidence and life skills through adventure. Get involved today!
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Open Your Garden to Fund Local Hospice Care
Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice urges West Surrey & NE Hants gardeners to join its Open Gardens fundraiser. Help raise vital funds for palliative care by sharing your green space.
Benefit Fraudster Back on Universal Credit After Prison
Tsvetka Todorova, convicted in the UK's biggest DWP fraud, is receiving benefits again after early release. She vows to fight deportation. Read the full story.
Caerphilly's Christmas appeals raise £40k for community
Caerphilly Council's 2025 Operation Santa and Festive Foodbank Appeals raised more than £40,000, supporting local families. Discover how businesses and residents showed incredible generosity.
Swansea Arena Backs Wales Air Ambulance in 2026
Swansea Building Society Arena announces a major 2026 charity partnership with the Wales Air Ambulance to mark its 25th year. The venue will host fundraising events and bucket collections to support the vital £13m service.
Mum wins £144k lottery from hospital bed
Gail Wood, 54, was told she'd won £144,000 in the People's Postcode Lottery while recovering from a hysterectomy. The life-changing prize will be paid in monthly instalments of £12,000. Read her incredible story.
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Brummie scoops £250k on National Lottery scratchcard
Anthony Brayson, 38, from Birmingham, has won a life-changing £250,000 on a National Lottery Silver Scratchcard. The retail manager also landed a new job and enjoyed his first Christmas off work.
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