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Nightingale numbers rise at nature reserves across southern England
The iconic nightingale is seeing a boost in numbers at RSPB nature reserves, with 176 singing males recorded this year. Conservation effort…
Gloucestershire carpentry apprentice selected for prestigious SkillBuild competition
Tom Martin, a 22-year-old apprentice from Gloucestershire College, has been chosen as one of only four students to represent his region in …
Ally McCoist praises atmosphere at Everton's new waterfront stadium
Football legend Ally McCoist has shared his admiration for Everton's new home on the Mersey waterfront, noting that the atmosphere is alrea…
Liverpool's oldest family-run music shop celebrates nearly 60 years in business
Tony Moran and his family are celebrating the enduring success of Moran Sound, the last independent shop of its kind in Liverpool. Since op…
World's first waste plastic to jet fuel facility opens in Kent
A pioneering new facility has opened in Sandwich that converts non-recyclable plastic waste into sustainable aviation fuel. This innovative…
New statue appearing to be by Banksy discovered in central London
A mysterious new sculpture of a marching man has appeared in St James's, bearing the signature of the world-famous street artist Banksy. Th…
Cornwall college expands adult learning and community workshops
Truro & Penwith College is making it easier for adults across Cornwall to learn new skills through a range of professional qualifications a…
New Banksy sculpture appears in central London
A large new sculpture attributed to the world-famous Bristol artist Banksy has appeared in Waterloo Place, drawing excited crowds to the ca…
Salford father and son praised for calming disruptive passenger on Manchester flight
James Rose and his eight-year-old son Phoenix stepped in to help cabin crew when a passenger became distressed on a flight back to the UK. …
Bristol Cocktail Weekend returns for its fourth year with 24 venues confirmed
The popular festival is returning to Bristol this September, showcasing the city's vibrant independent bar scene with exclusive signature d…
Global fashion brand Uniqlo opens flagship store in Bristol's Cabot Circus
The arrival of major international brands like Uniqlo is bringing a fresh buzz back to Bristol’s city centre. Shoppers have been flocking t…
Bristol's Rave On Avon festival returns for its 16th year
The popular multi-stage music festival is returning to the streets of St Jude's this weekend, featuring 70 acts across seven stages. The ev…