After being saved, Meals Direct faces changes for financial stability. A plan is being developed to recover costs. Meals on Wheels Service Saved Faces Changes in Cost Recovery Plan The council almost closed Meals Direct in 2024 as part of a larger plan to save money. People complained, including some council members, and the council…
Veterans walk 130 miles from Clare to Lowestoft in Suffolk to raise funds for the Colonel’s Fund, supporting soldiers and families. Grenadier Guards Walk 130 Miles for Colonel’s Fund Charity Army veterans plan a long walk. They want to raise money for other soldiers. It is also to honor those who died. A team of…
Complaints arose regarding hygiene issues prompting an apology as cleanliness standards declined. Newmarket Leisure Centre Operator Apologises After Cleanliness Complaints A councillor is worried about Newmarket Leisure Centre’s upkeep. Lisa Crissall mentioned issues at a Monday meeting. She noted social media complaints about the pool area. People griped about filth and missing locker doors. They…
A Chelmsford shoplifter is banned from John Lewis and Co-op for two years after stealing hundreds of pounds worth of goods. Essex Shoplifter Barred from John Lewis and Co-op for Two Years Alice Archer, age 30, lives on Broomhall Road. She stole from Co-op and John Lewis last November, with the stolen items worth hundreds…
Royal Mail faces criticism for allegedly displacing parking woes from its office onto nearby streets in Bury St Edmunds. Royal Mail Accused of Shifting Parking Issues to Bury St Edmunds Streets Royal Mail faces pressure to be a better neighbor. Residents near the Bury St Edmunds office have safety concerns. Royal Mail stopped employees from…
The Steve Morgan Foundation pledges £650,000 to OnSide supporting Youth Zones and vital youth programs. Steve Morgan Foundation Boosts Youth Charity with £650,000 Funding The Steve Morgan Foundation is helping OnSide, a charity for young people, with a pledge of £300,000 each year. This money goes to three Youth Zones, including Warrington Youth Zone, and…
A rat-infested sandwich shop in Armley is shut down, owner receives a lifetime ban from running a food business. Armley Sandwich Shop Closed Due to Rats Owner Banned for Life Hey, terrible news about that sandwich shop. Emma’s Sandwich Shop closed down for good. It seems health inspectors found some major issues. They found an…
Tributes pour in for Calvin Babatunde, remembered for his kindness and charisma, following a tragic manslaughter case in Milton Keynes. Milton Keynes Mourns Loss of Beloved Calvin Babatunde. Tributes Flood In Calvin Olawale Babatunde died. Jay Lupton, age 25, killed him. Lupton lived on Fen Street, Milton Keynes. He pleaded guilty to manslaughter. The court…
Pro Palestine rallies occur every Friday, addressing Gaza bombing, ceasefire demands, and wider concerns. Town Sees Weekly Pro Palestine Rally Without Fail Since Last Summer Pro-Palestine protests happen every Friday at Victoria Street and Barbara Castle Way. This started last summer. A large banner is displayed during the protest and removed when they finish. Bombing…
Major changes are coming to Camden High Street. A trial will block motor traffic, enhancing pedestrian access. Camden High Street to Ban Traffic in New Pedestrianization Trial Camden High Street will soon change. Motor traffic will be blocked. The council approved a pedestrianization trial. A popular section will close to traffic. This section is near…