Thug Convicted for Brutal Attack on Homeless Man
Otis McDevitt, 35, has been found guilty of attempted murder after a horrific assault with a scaffolding pole in Nottingham. The victim required life-saving surgery following the sustained attack.
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Illegal Tobacco Found in Secret Cupboard During Walsall Raid
Walsall Council's Trading Standards and West Midlands Police seized thousands of illegal cigarettes and tobacco hidden in secret compartments during coordinated raids on shops in Brownhills.
Man Jailed for Four Years After Violent Abuse of Girlfriend
Matthew Bradley, 41, has been sentenced to four years in prison for a series of violent attacks on his ex-girlfriend during their seven-week relationship, including headbutting and strangulation.
Man Found Dead at Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
A 29-year-old man was discovered deceased at the Winter Wonderland ice rink in Hanley, Staffordshire, with an inquest concluding his death as suicide.
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Man Avoids Jail for 30,000 Child Abuse Images
A 64-year-old married man from the Midlands has received a suspended sentence after police discovered nearly 30,000 indecent images of children on his computer. The court heard he made over 131,000 keyword searches for the illegal material.
Paedophile Jailed for Meeting Girl at Stafford Station
Paul Donaldson, 28, sent explicit images to an online account he believed belonged to a 13-year-old girl and arranged to meet her at Stafford Railway Station. He was arrested in a police sting operation and has been sentenced to two years and six months i
West Midlands '888' Drug Gang Jailed After £1M Cocaine Seizure
Four individuals have been sentenced for their roles in a major cocaine trafficking operation across the West Midlands, with police seizing drugs worth an estimated £1 million.
Wartime Worker Dora Richards Celebrates 100th Birthday
Dora Richards, a former munitions worker and spot welder from Llanharry, celebrates her 100th birthday this month. She attributes her long life to daily porridge and occasional sherry, with a family gathering planned.
Essex Siblings Run London Marathon for Hospice Charity
Brother and sister Jake Arnold-Gregory and Hannah Arnold are tackling the London Marathon to raise funds for Havens Hospices, inspired by the care their late grandfather received.
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Mother Walks 13.1 Miles for Brain Tumour Charity After Son's Diagnosis
Heidi Knight from Gloucestershire is tackling the Bath Ultra Challenge to raise funds and awareness for Brain Tumour Research, inspired by her son Ollie's journey with a brain tumour originally misdiagnosed as anxiety.
Birmingham Mum Horrified by Indecent Act Outside Chip Shop
A mother in Kingstanding has expressed shock after her teenage daughter and son witnessed a man performing an indecent act outside a chip shop on College Road. West Midlands Police are investigating the incident.
Pensioners Missing £4,300 DWP Benefit Over Awareness Gap
A new Verian report reveals thousands of state pensioners are unaware of Pension Credit, missing out on £4,300 annually plus additional benefits like Winter Fuel Payment.
WASPI Women Can Get £5,500 DWP Payments - Urgent Warning
Millions of WASPI women may be missing out on up to £5,500 in unclaimed DWP benefits like Pension Credit. Experts warn of serious financial consequences and urge checking entitlements.
Free Entry to National Trust Deer Park Near Birmingham
Charlecote Park in Warwickshire, home to 200 wild fallow deer, is offering free admission this weekend. The historic estate features rivers, a waterfall, and scenic walking trails just 40 minutes from Birmingham.
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DWP Warns Claimants: No ChatGPT for Benefit Forms
The Department for Work and Pensions warns benefits claimants that using AI tools like ChatGPT to fill out forms could lead to losing up to £800 monthly and potential fraud flags.
PIP Claimants Warned: AI Forms Risk £800 and Fraud Suspicion
The Department for Work and Pensions warns that PIP claimants using AI tools like ChatGPT risk losing up to £800 in benefits and facing fraud investigations due to inaccurate, generic responses.
Dudley MP Debates Town Centre Crime and Safety Issues
Dudley MP Sonia Kumar has participated in discussions with West Midlands mayor Richard Parker about revitalizing the town centre amid rising crime reports, including shoplifting and antisocial behavior.
Walsall's Historic Hospital Building to Become 14 Flats
Plans submitted to convert the Grade II Listed former Governers House at Walsall Manor Hospital into 14 one-bedroom flats, preserving its historic character while adding modern amenities.
Tamworth Busker 'Painful Listening' Comment Sparks Support
A social media post criticizing Tamworth buskers as 'painful listening' backfired, triggering a wave of support for the charity singers with calls to 'leave them be'.
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Jack Osbourne's Baby Girl Named After Late Dad Ozzy
Jack Osbourne and wife Aree have welcomed their second child together, a daughter named Ozzy Matilda Osbourne in a touching tribute to Jack's late father, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne.
Woman Jailed for False Rape Claims Against 10 Men
A 31-year-old woman from Bolton has been sentenced to four-and-a-half years for making false rape allegations against 10 men, leading to severe consequences including job losses and relationship breakdowns for the victims.
St Patrick's Day Returns to Birmingham's Irish Centre
The Irish Centre in Kings Heath hosts its first St Patrick's Day celebration since reopening, offering a family-friendly event with music, food, and community spirit.
14-Year-Old Killed in Electric Bike Crash, Friend Hospitalized
A 14-year-old boy has died after a collision between an electric motorbike and a car in Chesterfield. His 15-year-old passenger remains in serious condition.
Man Arrested for Laser Attack on Police Plane in Telford
A 60-year-old man was arrested in Dawley after allegedly shining a laser at a National Police Air Service aircraft assisting with a road rage incident in Ketley Bank, Telford.
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Police Hunt for Missing Brazilian Woman After University Meeting
Essex Police are conducting an extensive search for Vitoria Figueiredo Barreto, a 30-year-old Brazilian psychologist who vanished after meeting a friend at Essex University. CCTV shows her last seen at a Brightlingsea boatyard, with a boat reported missin
Teen Pair Arrested After Foot Chase, Knife Found in Yardley
Two 18-year-old males were detained near Oaklands Recreation Ground in Yardley after a foot chase with police. A flick knife was recovered during searches following the incident.
Police Remove Pupils and Parents from School After Fights
Staffordshire Police were called to St Thomas More Catholic Academy in Longton after reports of multiple fights involving pupils and parents. Officers removed those involved and are appealing for witnesses.
Mountain Marathon for Children's Mental Health Charity
A personal trainer from Kent is leading a group of 30 people to climb Pen-y-Fan seven times in one day, covering a marathon distance to raise funds for Bright Young Dreams, a charity supporting children's mental health.
Man Assaulted in Four-on-One Attack at Hanley Park
Police are investigating a violent assault where a man was targeted by masked suspects in Hanley Park, Stoke-on-Trent. Witnesses are urged to come forward.
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Driver Allegedly Steals Fuel in Wednesbury Petrol Station
A petrol station owner in the Black Country has publicly shamed a driver after footage emerged showing a man filling a jerry can and leaving without payment.
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