11 Freebies and Discounts for Pensioners Worth £8,039 in April
Retirees can access a range of freebies and discounts in April, including free prescriptions, eye tests, and Council Tax reductions, totaling up to £8,039 in savings.
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Woman Jailed for Breaching Modern Slavery Order in Birmingham
A Birmingham woman has been sentenced to nine months in prison after being found with a bank card in another person's name, violating a Slavery Trafficking Risk Order.
West Midlands Leaders Urge Housing Associations to Prevent Homelessness
Calls for housing associations to collaborate with councils to stop evictions and rough sleeping, with a focus on early intervention and data-driven support.
Birmingham Woman's US Passion Project Success Story
Laura Best left her Birmingham PR job to move to Minnesota, founding the Passion Collective to help women combat burnout and rediscover their passions, now detailed in her new book.
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Oven Cleaner Battle: Elbow Grease vs Oven Pride Tested
A writer tested two popular oven cleaners on dirty racks. While Oven Pride was odorless, Elbow Grease delivered spotless results despite a strong smell, making it the cheaper, more effective choice.
State Pensioners Get £921 Payment Thursday Due to Easter
State pensioners will receive an unexpected £921 payment this Thursday as the Department for Work and Pensions moves payments forward due to the Easter holiday. The new state pension rate is also increasing by 4.8% to £241.30 per week.
11-Year-Old Arrested in West Midlands Over Murder Plot
An 11-year-old boy has been detained by West Midlands Police on suspicion of plotting a murder, marking one of the youngest arrests for such a serious crime in the region over the past year.
Police Refuse to Release Digital Speed Camera Data
Staffordshire Police have declined a Freedom of Information request to disclose how many drivers were caught by advanced digital speed cameras, citing safety concerns.
Daylight Motorbike Theft by Hammer-Wielding Gang in Castle Bromwich
A gang of thieves forced their way through a gate and used hammers to break locks on a Yamaha motorbike in Castle Bromwich, stealing it despite alarms and cameras. The owner, a rapid blood biker, watched helplessly via phone alerts.
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Masked Gang Steals Blood Biker's Motorcycle in Castle Bromwich
A rapid blood biker's Yamaha motorbike, used for delivering urgent blood supplies, was stolen by a masked gang in a brazen daylight raid in Castle Bromwich, causing significant damage and prompting a reward offer.
Shrewsbury Named Among UK's Best Places to Live
The historic Shropshire town of Shrewsbury has been selected as one of the best places to live in the entire country by The Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2026 list, praised for its vibrant town centre, excellent transport links, and stunning riverside
Man Jailed for Hammer Attack at Wolverhampton Medical Centre
A man who wielded a hammer and imprisoned two terrified women for 20 minutes at a Wolverhampton medical practice has been sentenced to three years in prison.
Funeral of Brave Eight-Year-Old Amelia Kolpa Today
The funeral of Amelia Kolpa, an eight-year-old from Rowley Regis who captured hearts worldwide during her cancer battle, will take place in Birmingham today with a large turnout expected.
Nuneaton Anti-Immigration Protest Arrests: Police Update
Seven men were arrested for public order offences at an anti-immigration protest in Nuneaton, with six banned from Warwickshire as police balance protest rights with community safety.
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Asthma Inhaler DNA Convicts Killer Who Fled to Pakistan
Ali Abdul Basit, 19, was convicted of manslaughter and robbery after detectives matched his DNA from an asthma inhaler to a cigarette butt at the crime scene in south London.
MAFS Tyson's Ex-Wife Breaks Silence on His Views
Married At First Sight Australia's Tyson Gordon's ex-wife Tove Thoreson has publicly addressed his controversial comments about traditional values and 'woke' views for the first time in six years.
Missed Chances to Save Toddler from Brutal Abuse Revealed
A toddler died after suffering catastrophic injuries from his mother's boyfriend, with authorities missing multiple opportunities to intervene during cancelled home visits in Bromley.
Derby Robber Jailed After Public Chase for Pensioner Handbag Snatch
Miles Henshaw, 58, has been sentenced to three years and nine months for robbery after targeting a 70-year-old woman in Derby. Have-a-go heroes chased him down and recovered the stolen handbag.
Man Critical After Found Unconscious on Birmingham Pavement
A man in his 30s is fighting for life after being discovered with serious head injuries on Reservoir Road in Selly Oak. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage from the early hours of March 27.
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Man Shot Dead Near Euston Station, Suspect on Bike
A 26-year-old man was killed in a shooting near Euston train station in London. Police are searching for a suspect seen on CCTV arriving and leaving the scene on a bicycle.
Police Op Arrests 19 Including Rape Suspects
West Midlands Police detained 19 individuals in Op Advance, with four men aged 26-47 held for rape and serious sexual assault offences, alongside other crimes.
Midlands Mother Remembered as 'Devoted' in Murder Probe
Tributes pour in for Orinta Narbutaite, a 32-year-old Midlands mother found dead in Nottinghamshire. Two men charged as police continue investigation.
Man in Court After Wife's Body Found in Freezer
David Barraclough, 45, has been charged with the murder of his wife Carolann, whose body was discovered in a freezer at their home in Wakefield. A trial date has been set for October.
Met Police Detective Sacked for Sex Workers and Drugs Abroad
Detective Constable Pervaz Malik has been dismissed after a disciplinary panel found he hired sex workers and purchased class A drugs on personal trips overseas.
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Parents Weep as Teens Face Murder Charges Over Schoolgirl
Three teenagers appeared in court charged with the murder of 16-year-old Chloe Watson Dransfield, who was stabbed to death in Leeds. Their parents wept in the public gallery as the accused were remanded.
Easter Half Term Fun: Coodoo Magic Water Pets Kit Deal
Discover the Coodoo Magic water pets kit, an affordable craft activity to entertain kids this Easter half term. Save 33% on Amazon for sensory play fun.
Teen Admits £140k Boots and Holland & Barrett Shoplifting
A 17-year-old has confessed to stealing nearly £140,000 worth of goods from Boots and Holland & Barrett stores across London, citing being 'led by other people' as magistrates consider Crown Court sentencing.
Wife Impersonated Husband's Voice in £100k Fraud
A 66-year-old wife from Kilmarnock used a male voice to impersonate her husband during phone calls, fraudulently obtaining nearly £100,000 from mortgage and pension funds before being sentenced.
Oxfordshire Council Bans Group from Erecting Flags
Oxfordshire County Council has issued a legal notice prohibiting the group Raise the Colours from installing flags across the county, citing intimidation and community division.
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Murder Probe After Man Found Dead with Head Injuries in Wrexham
Police have launched a murder investigation after a 49-year-old man was found dead with head injuries at a property in Rhosllanerchrugog, near Wrexham. Detectives are appealing for witnesses after CCTV showed an altercation in a village car park.
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