Ockbrook Couple Marks 70th Wedding Anniversary with Drama
Brian and Beth Meese, high school sweethearts from Ockbrook, celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary, reflecting on a life filled with love, family, and founding a local drama society.
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Bacup Borough FC Partners with Employability Project for Community
Bacup Borough Football Club has formed a unique partnership with Rossendale Works, an employability project, to complete volunteer tasks and support local job seekers since June 2025.
Summit Learning Trust Celebrates Over 140 Young Carers
More than 140 young carers from Summit Learning Trust schools gathered for a special event, including bowling and a celebratory gathering, to recognise their dedication and resilience.
5 Spring Cleaning Myths That Waste Your Time
A storage expert reveals why your annual purge fails and how changing your approach can create lasting order in your home with minimal effort.
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Married At First Sight Australia's Chris Robinson reveals his emotional journey to fatherhood via surrogacy, including welcoming a daughter and awaiting another child.
Bikers Honour Amelia Kolpa with Colourful Funeral Procession
Hundreds of motorbike riders joined a funeral cortege for eight-year-old Amelia Kolpa in Rowley Regis, wearing bright colours and costumes in a heartwarming tribute to the brave girl who lost her battle with cancer.
Hundreds Honor Brave Amelia Kolpa at Funeral
Hundreds of mourners lined the streets in Rowley Regis to pay tribute to Amelia Kolpa, a bright and beloved child who bravely battled neuroblastoma.
American Lawyer Compares Birmingham and Dallas as Surprisingly Similar
Melinda Kaye Woodhouse-Rice, an American lawyer living in Birmingham for 28 years, explains why her hometown of Dallas shares many traits with the UK's second city, from diversity to cultural amenities.
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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.
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
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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.
Birmingham Texan Reveals the Question She's Always Asked About Trump
Melinda Kaye Woodhouse-Rice, a 59-year-old American woman living in Yardley, Birmingham, shares how she's frequently questioned about Donald Trump since his 2025 inauguration, despite not supporting him.
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.
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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.
Cefn Couple Honored for 60 Years of Marriage by Council
A beloved local couple, Mr and Mrs Wilson, have been congratulated by Cefn Community Council for reaching their diamond wedding anniversary of 60 years together, with a surprise visit and gift.
Katie Piper Emotional Over Daughter's First Solo Trip
Loose Women star Katie Piper shares tearful moment as daughter Belle, 12, embarks on first school skiing trip without her, revealing the unexpected challenges of parenting.
Radio 1 Host's Tribute After Listener's Tragic Loss
BBC Radio 1 presenter Dean McCullough shares a moving tribute after a listener reveals her sister's death, highlighting the power of radio community support.
Kids' Holiday Plans: Ice Cream, Water Fights, Family Fun
A survey of 1,000 children aged 6-12 uncovers their ideal holiday, featuring three ice creams daily, water fights, and family board games, with a competition for young Directors of Fun.
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Birmingham Man in Finland Misses Football Most
Daniel Bartram, who moved from West Heath to Helsinki, says while he can import tea and cook roasts, nothing replaces the atmosphere of West Bromwich Albion matches.
Midlands Dads' Home Makeover Moves BBC Viewers to Tears
Two adoptive fathers from the Midlands featured on BBC's Sort Your Life Out, where their cluttered home was transformed, revealing 468 wax melts and emotional surprises that left viewers weeping.
Roy Keane's Emotional Tribute to Late Mother Marie
Manchester United legend Roy Keane shares a poignant five-word message following the death of his beloved mother Marie at age 79 in Cork, with funeral details announced.
Ex-West Midlands Police Officer Now Top OnlyFans Creator
Rebecca Nicholls, a former West Midlands Police officer, discusses her transition to online content creation, building a social media following to share her story after leaving the force last year.
Katie Price and Lee Andrews Plan UK Winter Wedding
Katie Price's husband Lee Andrews reveals plans for a whimsical winter wedding in the UK, following their surprise Dubai nuptials earlier this year.
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Brummie Moves to Finland for Better Life, Shares Reality
Daniel Bartram left Birmingham for Finland, the world's happiest country, to secure a better quality of life for his son. He discusses the cultural differences and why the move was the right decision.
Birmingham vs Manchester: A Dual-City Perspective
A journalist who split her childhood between Birmingham and Manchester argues the endless comparison between the two cities is meaningless, highlighting their unique cultural strengths instead.
Loughborough Colour Run '26: Summer Fundraiser for Charity
Loughborough is set to host The Loughborough Colour Run '26 on August 16, a family-friendly 5km event with a 2.5km option, featuring inflatables, obstacles, and activities to raise funds for domestic abuse charity LWA.
Belper Swimmers Raise £4,500 for Diabetes Charity
Belper Marlin Swimming Club's annual Mega Swim event saw 80 members, aged four to 18, complete thousands of lengths to support Derby Diabetes Fun Club, a vital local group for families affected by type 1 diabetes.
Langley Streets and Park Named for Fallen Soldiers
A dedication service in Langley, Rochdale, honoured four local soldiers with street and park names, including Fusilier Lee Rigby and Victoria Cross recipient Lance Corporal Joel Halliwell.
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TV presenters Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly open up about fatherhood, revealing they regret not having children earlier and calling it their greatest life achievement.
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