Category : Local Heroes


DNA Kit Price Slashed: £79 to £29 for Mother's Day

MyHeritage has dramatically reduced its DNA test kit price from £79 to just £29 plus shipping. This Mother's Day gift allows users to explore family origins across 2,114 regions and connect with unknown relatives, receiving excellent reviews from satisfie

Wigan Teen Wins St John Ambulance Regional Cadet Award

Seventeen-year-old Gracie Barton from Wigan has been named St John Ambulance's Regional Cadet of the Year for the North West after a tough national competition. She excelled in first aid, leadership, and communication skills.

Hertford Mayor Launches Community Heroes Awards 2026

Hertford Town Council invites residents to nominate local heroes for three award categories. Winners will be announced at the annual town meeting on March 26, featuring council updates and charity accounts.

Muslim Business Owner's Advice for Birmingham Women

Sajida Parveen, founder of The Perfume Closet and Hooriyat's Jewellery Boutique, shares her journey as a Muslim female entrepreneur in Sparkhill and offers empowering advice to young women looking to start their own businesses.

Mums Love £40 Baby Carrier in Momcozy Sale

The PureHug Baby Carrier from Momcozy is receiving glowing reviews from parents for its comfort and support. Now reduced to £40 in the brand's International Women's Day sale, it features ergonomic design and adjustable sizing.

Female Embalmer Jackie Lymn Rose Steps Back After 48 Years

Jackie Lymn Rose, one of Britain's first female embalmers and a fourth-generation director at A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service, is stepping back from her day-to-day role after nearly five decades in the industry. She will remain involved in the family

Bridgend Unsung Heroes Awards 2026: Nominate Volunteers Now

Residents can now nominate volunteers for the Bridgend Unsung Heroes Awards 2026, with seven categories including Young Volunteer and Long-Service Award. The ceremony is set for June 5, 2026, during Volunteers' Week, and nominations close on March 10.

Birmingham Benefits from £11.8M Commonwealth Games Legacy Fund

A new report reveals the Inclusive Communities Fund, a £11.8 million Commonwealth Games legacy initiative, has positively impacted over 468,000 people across the West Midlands and Warwickshire, with significant benefits for mental health, social isolation

Harborne Cafe Fosters Community Through Personal Service

Paul at No 41 in Harborne High Street has become a vital social hub where retirees gather twice weekly. Owner Paul Gilbert discusses surviving the pandemic, battling rising costs, and why personal relationships matter more than profit.

WW2 RAF Pilot Harry Richardson DFC Turns 108

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.

Fife Entrepreneur Rows Atlantic Solo for Charity

Milli Abrams, a knitting entrepreneur from Fife, has rowed 3,000 miles solo across the Atlantic, raising funds for environmental and children's hospice charities while celebrating her recovery from long Covid.

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