Pre-1946 Pensioners Eligible for DWP 'Over 80' Top-Up
State pensioners born before 1946 may qualify for extra weekly payments through the DWP's 'Over 80 Pension', with amounts depending on basic pension rates and residency requirements.
Category : Community
Cardiff Choir Concert Supports Action for Children Cymru
An evening of exceptional music featuring Cowbridge Male Voice Choir and Australian Welsh Male Voice Choir at St John the Baptist Church on June 17. The concert aims to raise vital funds for children and families across Wales.
Blues Fans Plan Walk of Respect for Paul Pike on Good Friday
Birmingham City supporters will march from St Anne's Club to St Andrew's Stadium ahead of the Blackburn Rovers match to honor 18-year-old fan Paul Pike, whose body was found after he went missing.
Family Tribute to 20-Year-Old After Gwynedd Crash
Elis Alan Ogilvy-Bardsley, 20, died in a collision on the A499 near Y Ffôr. His family remembers him as a caring person who loved football and travel.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Dispersal Order in Solihull for Anti-Social Behaviour
A 36-hour dispersal order has been implemented in Solihull town centre following incidents of anti-social behaviour and criminal damage by youths, with extra police powers in effect.
Sue Ryder Runners Raise £23k at Reading Half Marathon
More than 30 Sue Ryder participants completed the Reading Half Marathon, raising over £23,000 for palliative and bereavement care services, with opportunities for future events.
CCTV Appeal After £20k M&S Raid in Longbridge
West Midlands Police have released an image of a man they wish to speak to regarding a £20,000 heist at a Marks and Spencer store in Longbridge, Birmingham, last July.
Three Teens Charged in Leeds Girl's Murder
Three teenagers have been charged with the murder of Chloe Watson Dransfield, 16, who was found with stab wounds in Austhorpe, Leeds. The suspects will appear in court as police continue their investigation.
Man Arrested for 1998 Murder of Teen Donna Keogh
A 64-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the suspected murder of Donna Keogh, who vanished in 1998 at age 17. Cleveland Police made the arrest in Leeds after nearly 30 years of investigation.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Man Grapples with Police in Selly Oak After Jumping on Cars
A 26-year-old man was arrested in Selly Oak after jumping on cars and assaulting police officers during a late-night incident on Bristol Road.
Fifth Arrest in Leeds Teen Murder Probe, Family Tribute
A fifth arrest has been made in the murder investigation of 16-year-old Chloe Watson Dransfield from Gomersal, who died from stab wounds. Her family has issued an emotional tribute.
Pub Wall Collapse in Sutton Coldfield Prompts Safety Alert
The Boot Inn and Kitchen in Sutton Coldfield has warned customers and residents after part of its external wall collapsed, scattering bricks across the pavement. The pub remains open but advises caution due to debris blocking the footpath.
Pensioners: Check Winter Fuel Payment by Tuesday 6pm
State pensioners born before September 1959 must verify receipt of Winter Fuel Payment by 6pm Tuesday. Payments of £300, £200 or £100 should appear with code DWP WFP.
Folkestone Town Mayor Presents Community Awards to Local Heroes
Councillor Lucy McGirr awarded the Town Mayor's Community Awards to Colin Chandler, Flo Peycelon, Tim Geere, and Folkestone Cricket Club for their outstanding voluntary contributions to the community.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Police Appeal After Brewood Bakery Burglary
Staffordshire Police release CCTV images following a late-night burglary at a bakery in Brewood, where over £150 was stolen from the till.
State Pension Rises £575 Annually, Some Women Excluded
The new state pension increases by £11.05 weekly from next week, totaling £575 annually for eligible recipients. However, women born between 1951 and 1953 may not benefit from this full uplift.
Fourth Man Jailed in Prison Drug Smuggling Plot
Loen Burton, a 'significant player' in a cannabis smuggling conspiracy at HMP Oakwood, has been sentenced to 20 months. The plot involved drugs hidden in Double Decker chocolate bars, with a prison officer and other inmates already jailed.
Fundraiser for Funeral of Blues Fan Paul Pike Launched
A fundraiser has been launched to help cover funeral costs for 18-year-old Birmingham City fan Paul Pike from Kings Heath, who went missing in October and was found deceased. The campaign has raised £630 towards a £5,000 goal with family blessing.
Birmingham Family Faces Homelessness After Eviction
A family of four in Erdington faces homelessness after receiving a Section 21 eviction notice, with Birmingham City Council expressing sympathy but citing severe housing shortages.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Parents Missing Kids' Milestones Due to Work in Birmingham
A new survey reveals many Birmingham parents are missing key moments in their children's lives because of job pressures, sparking calls for better work-life balance policies.
Teacher Exposes Hidden Signs of Child Poverty in Birmingham
A primary school educator from Great Barr details subtle yet telling signs of poverty among pupils, from uniform issues to inadequate packed lunches, urging greater awareness.
Birmingham Refugee Fears 'Years of Limbo' Under New Rules
A Syrian refugee in Birmingham expresses deep concerns about proposed government migration changes that could extend settlement waits to 20 years, as local council pledges continued sanctuary support.
Midlands Fugitives Jailed After International Manhunts
Criminals from the West Midlands who fled overseas to evade justice have been tracked down, extradited, and imprisoned. From contract killers to fraudsters, international efforts ensured their capture.
Solihull Family Disco Launched After Wedding Party Inspiration
A mother and daughter from Solihull have created a monthly family disco event after missing the joyful atmosphere of a wedding party. The Electric Social Solihull Family Disco aims to bring families together for fun afternoons of music and dancing.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
MAFS Australia's Rebecca: 'Steve Wasted My Time'
Rebecca Zukowski from Married At First Sight Australia reveals feeling 'robbed' and 'lonely' after her disastrous relationship with Steve Powell, claiming he shouldn't have been on the show.
MAFS Australia's Chris Nield Transforms Life Post-Show
Former MAFS Australia groom Chris Nield has reinvented himself with fitness, a move to the Gold Coast, and a new career after his divisive 2026 appearance on the reality TV show.
Cyclist Hunt After 93-Year-Old Attacked in Shirley Robbery
West Midlands Police appeal for witnesses after a 93-year-old woman was violently attacked and her mobility trolley stolen in Trinity Way, Shirley. The suspect is a white, stocky man on a black and white Boardman bike.
Gunshots Fired Outside Smethwick Banqueting Suite, Two Arrested
West Midlands Police are investigating after reports of gunshots fired outside a banqueting suite in Smethwick. A woman was hospitalized with a head injury and two men were arrested on suspicion of affray.
Police Seize Zombie Knife, Machete, Knuckle Duster from Boys
Specialist Project Guardian officers in the West Midlands seized deadly weapons from three boys over the weekend, with additional arrests for drugs offences in Chelmsley Wood.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Birmingham Man Arrested in People Smuggling Gang Investigation
A 26-year-old Birmingham man has been arrested by the National Crime Agency as part of a major international investigation into a people smuggling gang transporting Vietnamese migrants to the UK.
Page 5 of 290
