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NHS home support service frees up thousands of hospital beds and saves millions
A new partnership between the NHS and home support service ilarna is helping patients return home safely and quickly after hospital stays. …
Floating wetlands to be installed in Portsmouth to boost marine wildlife
The University of Portsmouth is launching a pioneering project to install floating rafts that act as artificial saltmarshes in coastal wate…
New Devon hydropower project uses high-density liquid to unlock clean energy on smaller hills
Engineers in Devon are testing a breakthrough technology that uses a mineral-rich liquid two-and-a-half times denser than water to store an…
EasyJet expands Newcastle Airport base with three new winter routes
Holidaymakers in the North East will have more travel options this winter as easyJet adds direct flights from Newcastle to Fuerteventura, K…
Cunard announces major celebratory event to return to the Mersey
The historic cruise line Cunard has announced a special event in Liverpool to celebrate its long-standing connection with the city. This fo…
Bristol’s Love Saves The Day festival returns for 2026 with special tickets for NHS workers
The popular music festival is returning to Ashton Court Estate this May Bank Holiday with a line-up featuring Rizzle Kicks and Katy B. In a…
Northumberland nutritionist helps local athletes debunk food myths
Rachel Howarth, a dietitian from Northumberland, is helping athletes across the North East improve their performance by debunking common nu…
Eight-year-old girl spots rare black adder during family walk on Dartmoor
A young nature lover enjoyed a rare encounter with a black adder while exploring the sunny slopes of Dartmoor with her family. After a brie…
From living in his car to BBC success: The inspiring journey of screenwriter Tony Schumacher
Former taxi driver and police officer Tony Schumacher is celebrating the launch of his second major BBC drama, The Cage. After overcoming h…
Historic Liverpool medical society celebrates 116 years of tradition
A unique group of medical professionals in Liverpool is keeping a 116-year-old tradition alive through the 'Twenty Club'. Members meet regu…
Runcorn mum turns flower-selling hobby into thriving business and gives back to charity
After her twin daughters left home, Lisa Almond started selling hand-made bouquets on Facebook Marketplace to keep busy. Her small hobby ha…
Family-run roulette wheel manufacturer expands with new factory in Ashford
Cammegh, a world-leading family business based in Kent, is making great progress on its new purpose-built factory. The move will allow the …