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Category : Community
Woman Charged Over Death of Great-Grandmother at New Street Station
A 26-year-old woman has been charged with manslaughter and racially aggravated public order following the death of Dorothy Chiles, 87, after an attack at Birmingham New Street station in November 2024.
Hundreds Honor Brave Amelia Kolpa at Funeral
Hundreds of mourners lined the streets in Rowley Regis to pay tribute to Amelia Kolpa, a bright and beloved child who bravely battled neuroblastoma.
Armed Police Arrest Man in Netherton for Wounding Allegations
West Midlands Police deployed armed officers to St John's Street in Netherton, Dudley, leading to the arrest of a 27-year-old man on suspicion of wounding and criminal damage.
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Swansea Bay Foundation Funds 31 Community Projects
Swansea Bay Foundation has distributed £13,750 in grants to 31 grassroots initiatives across four counties, supporting mental health, youth activities, women's football, and community cohesion.
Historic Friends Institute Closes as Photos Show Decay
The Friends Institute in Sparkhill, a listed building gifted by Richard Cadbury, is closing due to unsafe conditions. Photos reveal crumbling ceilings and flaking paint, ending an era for community groups.
Man Jailed 15 Years for Vicious Attack on Partner in Staffordshire
Liam Dawson, 34, has been sentenced to over 15 years in prison for a horrific assault on his partner in Staffordshire, involving physical violence and degrading acts that left the victim fearing for her life.
Birmingham Business Gets £10k from National Highways Scheme
Miss Macaroon, a Birmingham-based social enterprise, has secured £10,000 in funding from National Highways' M42 junction 6 project. The grant supports the MacsMAD training program, creating a new dedicated space at their Resorts World store to help unempl
Brookenby Man's 50-Mile Charity Cycle for Parkinson's UK
Dirk Terjung, 68, will cycle 50 miles on his tricycle from Brookenby to Lincoln Bailgate to raise £1,000 for Parkinson's UK, a charity supporting those affected by the fastest-growing neurological condition.
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Historic Friends Institute Closes, Community Devastated
The Friends Institute on Moseley Road, a community hub gifted by Richard Cadbury, closes its doors on April 2. Arts therapy groups, charity shops, and local residents lose a vital space, sparking outcry over disappearing community resources.
Rowcroft Hospice Assistant Runs 256 Miles for Patients
Heidi Treleaven, a Rowcroft Hospice healthcare assistant, is running six ultramarathons in six days across Wales to raise funds for the hospice that cared for her family.
Reckless Driver Mounts Kerb Near Birmingham Care Home
Dash cam video captures a dangerous driver speeding along a pedestrian footpath on Chester Road in Erdington, narrowly avoiding pedestrians near a veterinary surgery and care home.
Derby Court Hearing for Driver in Friar Gate Pedestrian Incident
A man has appeared in court charged with dangerous driving and grievous bodily harm after seven pedestrians were injured when a car mounted the pavement in Derby's Friar Gate area last weekend.
Second Teen Arrested in Tamworth McDonald's Stabbing
Police have arrested a second 15-year-old boy in connection with a stabbing at a McDonald's in Tamworth. The teenage victim was hospitalized but has been discharged with non-life-threatening injuries.
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Attempted Murder Charge After Brierley Hill Stabbing
A man has been charged with attempted murder following a stabbing on Brierley Hill High Street. The victim remains in serious condition in hospital.
State Pension Age Rise Puts 100,000 at Poverty Risk
A DWP state pension age increase from 66 to 67 this month threatens to push 100,000 older people into poverty, with experts warning of doubled poverty rates and calling for urgent support measures.
Man Remanded After Car Hits Pedestrians in Derby
A 36-year-old man has been remanded into custody following a dangerous driving incident in Derby city centre that left seven pedestrians injured, some seriously, outside a pub.
Father Pushes Daughter in London Marathon for Charity Dream
A Dorset father is helping his daughter achieve her dream by pushing her in a specialist wheelchair at the TCS London Marathon to raise £10,000 for Muscular Dystrophy UK.
Balloon Tribute for Teen Football Fan Paul Pike
Volunteers and football fans gathered to release balloons in memory of 18-year-old Birmingham City supporter Paul Pike, whose body was found after he went missing during a match at Derby County's Pride Park Stadium.
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Shirley Awan Sings for Patients at Moya Cole Hospice
Shirley Awan, a former Stars in Their Eyes contestant, performed for patients, families, and staff at Moya Cole Hospice, sharing songs and personal connections to the care facility.
Three Arrested After Police Find Suspicious Items in Audi
Two men and a woman are in custody after West Midlands Police discovered four suspicious items, including tools for keyless car theft, inside an Audi in Willenhall.
CCTV Appeal After Teenager Robbed on Birmingham's Broad Street
West Midlands Police have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to identify following a robbery and assault on an 18-year-old outside nightclubs on Broad Street in Birmingham city centre.
Gunman Still at Large After Sparkbrook Takeaway Shooting
Police continue their search for a gunman who shot a man in his 30s at C. Kay's Diner in Sparkbrook nearly a week ago. The victim sustained chest and shoulder injuries in the attack.
American Lawyer Compares Birmingham and Dallas as Surprisingly Similar
Melinda Kaye Woodhouse-Rice, an American lawyer living in Birmingham for 28 years, explains why her hometown of Dallas shares many traits with the UK's second city, from diversity to cultural amenities.
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Bridgend Man Swims Bristol Channel for Dementia UK
Aeron Davies, 26, will swim 12 miles across the Bristol Channel in 2026 to fundraise for Dementia UK, inspired by his grandfather's dementia diagnosis and resilience.
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Birmingham woman jailed again for breaching trafficking order
Lanlan Guo, 35, has been sentenced to nine months in prison after being caught with a bank card in another person's name, breaching a Slavery Trafficking Risk Order for the second time in four months.
Maxey Classic Car Show Celebrates 25 Years in Village
The Maxey Classic Car and Bike Show returns to its village roots in Maxey, Peterborough, celebrating 25 years of automotive excellence and community fundraising. The event features over 400 vehicles, live music, and family activities, raising funds for lo
Spring Family Fun Day Returns to Stamford Park in Tameside
Families in Tameside, Greater Manchester, are invited to a free Spring Family Fun Day on April 26, featuring entertainment, community stalls, and activities like face painting and a climbing wall.
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Nottingham Oddfellows Spring Social Activities Launch
The Nottingham Oddfellows friendship group is launching a new season of spring social activities to help residents connect, explore local gems, and welcome brighter days together through walks, tours, and events.
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