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Bench reviewer Sam Wilmot awards his first 10/10 score on his wedding day
After reviewing over 300 benches on his Instagram account, Sam Wilmot has finally awarded a perfect score to a seat in Old Sodbury. He revi…
Stourbridge farmers use tractors to create firebreaks and contain major blaze
When a large fire spread across 500 acres in Stourbridge, a group of local farmers used their tractors to dig furrows and create firebreaks…
Naomi Herron returns to the beach as inclusive water sports expand in County Down
After campaigning for better coastal access, 35-year-old Naomi Herron is now able to enjoy paddleboarding at Tyrella beach thanks to the Ma…
Disabled bus passengers in England to receive 24/7 free travel from April
The government is removing time restrictions on bus passes for disabled passengers, allowing for free travel at any time of day. This chang…
Friends save 100-year-old Walmer garages from demolition to open new community hub
David McHugh and Ian Burgess have purchased a century-old garage site in Walmer, preventing it from being replaced by new flats. The pair h…
Disabled bus pass holders in England to gain 24-hour free travel from April
The government is removing the current 09:30 to 23:00 time restrictions on disabled bus passes, allowing cardholders to travel for free at …
Disabled bus pass holders in England to gain 24/7 free travel from April
From 1 April 2027, weekday time restrictions on disabled people's bus passes will be removed across England, allowing for free travel at an…
Disabled bus pass holders in England to gain 24/7 free travel from April
From 1 April 2027, the current weekday time restrictions on disabled bus passes will be removed, allowing for free travel at any time of da…
Major restoration begins at Leeds' historic Thwaite Mills
New owners have begun a year-long project to restore the Grade II listed Thwaite Mills in Stourton, transforming the site into a working mu…
High Wycombe veteran Ken Pusey celebrates his 100th birthday
Ken Pusey, who survived a 1944 bombing in Antwerp after choosing to stop for a drink instead of visiting a cinema, has marked his 100th bir…
Flamborough RNLI crews rescue dog and multiple water users during busy weekend
Volunteer lifeboat crews at Flamborough responded to a series of incidents over 48 hours, including a dog that fell from a cliff and severa…
STV Radio presenters Ewen Cameron and Cat Harvey to host pop concert at a Scottish school
Presenters Ewen Cameron and Cat Harvey are offering one school the chance to host a live pop concert by supporting the STV Children’s Appea…