Hope for Crooked House pub remains two years after fire

In a small village near Dudley, the Crooked House pub, known for its distinctive tilt, was tragically destroyed by a fire almost two years ago. The iconic 18th Century venue was cherished by the local community, and its unexpected demolition following the blaze left a void where history once stood, anguishing those who held fond… Continue reading Hope for Crooked House pub remains two years after fire

Mum's 'brutal' murder in her own home still a mystery 20 years on

The family of Lucy Hargreaves, who tragically lost her life 20 years ago in a horrifying incident, is once again pleading for individuals to step forward with any relevant information they may have. The young mother, just 22 at the time, was fatally shot while sleeping on the sofa in her residence in Walton, Liverpool… Continue reading Mum's 'brutal' murder in her own home still a mystery 20 years on

Covid delays Pinchbeck boy's life-saving gift to sister

A young boy’s selfless desire to save his sister’s life by donating his bone marrow has been put on hold due to unforeseen circumstances. Luke, affectionately known as LJ, from Pinchbeck in Lincolnshire, was identified as a match for his six-year-old sister, Destiny, who has been battling a rare blood disorder called sideroblastic anemia since… Continue reading Covid delays Pinchbeck boy's life-saving gift to sister

'I used beer and vitamin C to reveal forgotten family photos'

Photographer Wayne Large’s acquisition of his coveted Rolleiflex camera turned into a journey back in time when he discovered a roll of old film inside the vintage device. These film rolls contained black-and-white photos of two men taken decades ago, sparking Wayne’s curiosity and determination to develop them. The outdated film required an unconventional developing… Continue reading 'I used beer and vitamin C to reveal forgotten family photos'

NHS England told to keep patients in Powys waiting for operations

Emilia Belli, the Westminster correspondent for BBC Wales News, reported that NHS patients from Wales needing knee and hip operations in England are experiencing significant delays after a health board requested English hospitals to align with Wales’ longer waiting times. The Powys health board made this decision due to financial constraints, leading to unexpected delays… Continue reading NHS England told to keep patients in Powys waiting for operations

Fifth person charged over break-in at RAF base

A recent incident involving a break-in at RAF Brize Norton has led to a fifth person being charged by counter-terrorism police. Muhammad Umer Khalid, 22, has been accused of various offences related to the incident, including conspiracy to commit criminal damage and conspiracy to enter a prohibited place with intent to harm the safety or… Continue reading Fifth person charged over break-in at RAF base

Myherin forest illegal rave shut down by police

Authorities have intervened to halt an illegal rave held at a forestry site in Ceredigion. Dyfed-Powys Police disclosed that their officers responded to a “large gathering” in the early hours of Sunday, August 3rd. The unauthorized event occurred at Cefn Croes wind farm in Myherin forest, near Devil’s Bridge, as reported by Natural Resources Wales… Continue reading Myherin forest illegal rave shut down by police

'We dug under our home in Guernsey and found a German bunker'

Shaun Tullier and his wife, Carrie, were surprised to discover a Nazi bunker under their home in Guernsey after being tipped off about its potential existence. The couple had purchased the property in the Torteval area four years prior, knowing it had once been a German gun emplacement during World War Two. Intrigued by the… Continue reading 'We dug under our home in Guernsey and found a German bunker'

Chris Bryant MP says he was abused by former National Youth Theatre boss

Labour MP Sir Chris Bryant recently shared his experience of being sexually abused as a teenager by the late former head of the National Youth Theatre, Michael Croft. During his time at the company in London in 1978, Sir Chris was invited to dinner every evening by Mr Croft, who passed away in 1986. In… Continue reading Chris Bryant MP says he was abused by former National Youth Theatre boss