Local councils across England are encouraging residents to apply for the Household Support Fund, which provides financial assistance for energy bills, food, and essential items for vulnerable households.
Flt Lt Harry Richardson DFC, one of Britain's oldest living World War Two veterans, will be honoured at a special 108th birthday celebration in Prestwick, South Ayrshire, featuring 1930s music and a presentation of his service history.
The beloved Music on the Farm festival is back on June 14, 2026, at Solley's Ice Cream Parlour in Ripple, Kent. Organised by Martha Trust, this family-friendly day features live music, kids' activities, local food, and supports a vital local cause.
A 39-year-old man has been sentenced to 18 weeks in prison for shoplifting offences and violent assaults on a security guard and police officers in West Bromwich.
Easy Mini Market Ltd in Wolverhampton faces a £16,393.66 court bill after Trading Standards found thousands of hidden illicit cigarettes, tobacco, and vapes for a second time.
A jury hears how police found a horror film top days after a wheelie bin blaze killed an 82-year-old man in Wednesbury. The defendant denies murder but admits manslaughter.
Duckmanton Miners Welfare Centre in Chesterfield reopens following a £25,000 renovation funded by the council's Community Grants Fund, creating a modern community hub.
Harry Clesham from southwest London commits to daily handstands throughout 2026 to support friend Ellis Healy and raise money for The Brain Tumour Charity.
Michael Povey has been found guilty of murder after deliberately driving his BMW into Lee Baker in Rednal, causing fatal head injuries, then fabricating a story about car theft.
Lani Kirkman, a Cardiff student, is donating proceeds from her debut poetry book '5,405 Days' to City Hospice. The collection explores grief through 27 poems, written in memory of her father Lee.
Tyveve Malone found not guilty of possessing a firearm with intent in connection with the fatal shooting of Gavin Parry at a Birmingham industrial estate in 2021.
A dedicated team of 20 runners from North Wales are preparing for the TCS London Marathon to raise vital funds for Hope House Tŷ Gobaith children's hospices, with participants sharing deeply personal connections to the charity's work.
Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury have officially announced they're expecting their second child, confirming months of fan theories based on subtle clues from wardrobe changes to accidental reveals.
A Derbyshire mother is organising a special fundraising ball to mark what would have been her daughter's 30th birthday, raising funds for children's mental health and bereavement support.
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms those aged 75+ receiving Pension Credit can now get a free TV licence, with applications available online and by phone.
West Midlands Police have issued a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to after a woman was pulled to the floor and robbed of cash on Walsall Road in Perry Barr.
A father-of-two has been sentenced to six years imprisonment for attempting to rape a woman on an EasyJet flight from Naples to Edinburgh, with the judge noting the lasting psychological impact on the victim.
New figures reveal the DWP's Work Capability Assessment may continue beyond 2030 despite government plans to abolish it, sparking criticism from disability charities.
The North West Air Ambulance Charity invites supporters to take on a Firewalk challenge in February 2026 at Eccles Rugby Club to raise vital funds for lifesaving services.
OnPath Energy colleagues in Sunderland have donated £4,313 to Sunderland Community Soup Kitchen after a year of fundraising and volunteering, with company matching boosting the total.
Amelia Kolpa, a seven-year-old from Halesowen battling neuroblastoma, receives an overwhelming 60,000 birthday cards from bikers worldwide, far exceeding her 8,000-card wish.
Families in Cardiff can enjoy free Lunar New Year celebrations at The Red Dragon Centre this February half term, featuring workshops, performances, and traditional activities.
A team leader at River View Day Nursery in Hertford has shaved her hair to raise over £787 for The Sick Children's Trust, also donating her locks to The Little Princess Trust.
A Birmingham neighbourhood has been named among the UK's top 10 best places to live for under-35s in The Times 2026 guide, ranking highly for affordability and lifestyle.
The BBC TV licence fee will increase by £5.50 to £180 from April 1, but many people can still qualify for a free licence under specific circumstances.
Seven-year-old Amelia Kolpa from Rowley Regis receives over 60,000 birthday cards from bikers, breaking the UK record while battling cancer.
Singer Jessica Simpson shares a rare black-and-white photo with her 12-year-old son Ace, who already towers over his 5ft 2in mother in an adorable moment.
Accrington Golf Club's Lady Vice Captain, Charlotte Wright, has raised £6,795 for Pendleside Hospice, shaving her head on stage during a charity singing performance in Burnley.
Stourbridge Police issue a stark warning to delivery drivers after a vehicle was found locked on a footpath with parcels missing, urging improved security practices.
The Telegraph's 2026 ranking of Britain's 25 biggest towns places Telford near the bottom, citing its lack of central attractions despite its green spaces and historic significance.