The National Lottery is testing a new scratchcard dispenser at ASDA in Ashton-under-Lyne, marking a significant shift in how customers purchase tickets. National Lottery Unveils Major Change in How Shoppers Buy Scratchcards Ashton-under-Lyne: A big change is happening for National Lottery scratchcards. ASDA is trying out a new high-tech dispenser for the first time in…
Bristol plans a new bike lane and wider pavements to promote walking and cycling to the upcoming YTL Arena, addressing traffic worries from its location. Bristol Arena Update: New Bike Lane Planned Amid Traffic Concerns Bristol: A new bike lane and wider pavements are coming to north Bristol. This is to encourage walking and cycling…
The UK is bracing for a rare freezing rain event, posing serious risks for aircraft and infrastructure across the country. UK Faces Rare Weather Phenomenon Extremely Hazardous for Aircraft UK: Weather maps are showing an unusual freezing rain event. This rare phenomenon is expected to hit the country soon. It’s considered extremely hazardous for aircraft.…
Willow, a Mediterranean-style restaurant, will open in Sutton Coldfield on February 20, offering an all-day menu and a vibrant dining experience. New Sutton Coldfield Restaurant Willow Set to Open on February 20 Sutton Coldfield: A new restaurant called Willow is opening soon. It’s taking over the old Prezzo spot in Mere Green. This Mediterranean-style eatery…
Nigel Farage announces a major rally in Birmingham for Reform UK ahead of local elections, following a surprising poll indicating potential gains for the party. Nigel Farage Unveils Plans for ‘Biggest Ever’ Reform UK Rally in Birmingham Birmingham: Nigel Farage is gearing up for a huge political rally. He says it will be the biggest…
Zeeshan Ashraf, a Birmingham accountant, fraudulently claimed £270,000 in Covid support funds, leading to a prison sentence of three years and eight months. Birmingham Accountant Jailed for Using Covid Funding as Personal Piggy Bank Birmingham: A greedy accountant named Zeeshan Ashraf has been jailed for fraud. He claimed nearly £270,000 in Covid-19 support funds he…
A recent amnesty in Birmingham allows owners to surrender illegal Turkish firearms without facing prosecution, aiming to reduce gun crime and enhance community safety. Deadly Banned Turkish Firearms Collected During Guns Amnesty Initiative Birmingham: Police are collecting banned Turkish firearms during a recent amnesty. Owners of top-venting blank firers (TVBF) are encouraged to hand them…
Birmingham’s bin workers are set to strike for 12 days starting tomorrow, escalating their dispute with the city council over job losses and pay cuts. Birmingham Bin Strike Dates Announced as Industrial Action Escalates Tomorrow Birmingham: A new set of bin strike days has been announced. Starting tomorrow, February 4, over 350 bin workers will…
Dudley Council’s Labour leader calls out cabinet members for poor performance during budget hearings, questioning their fitness for office amid significant budget cuts. Top Councillors Criticized as ‘Not Fit for Office’ After Budget Clashes Dudley: The Labour leader of Dudley Council has some strong words for certain councillors. He says they are ‘not fit for…
Kacey, a survivor from Staffordshire, shares her harrowing experience of abuse and encourages others to seek help and report their situations without hesitation I Was Raped by the Person Closest to Me – He Kept Saying He’d Change Staffordshire: Kacey bravely shared her story about being raped by her partner. She realized she had to…