East Renfrewshire Council cancels the Neilston and Uplawmoor Community Link, citing budget and project concerns. Neilston Uplawmoor Community Link Project Cancelled by Council The Link was a planned path connecting Neilston and Uplawmoor. The path used an old railway line to allow people to walk, cycle, and use wheelchairs. Neilston and Uplawmoor trusts collaborated on…
Residents enjoyed tea, samosas, cake, and each other’s company at a community tea party in Watford. Hollytree House Residents Enjoy Community Tea Party in Watford Councillor Asif Khan held an event at Hollytree House in Watford, located on Gammons Lane, on February 23rd. The tea party lasted two hours, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM.…
James Morgan denies making a hoax bomb call to a Swindon school, leading to evacuation and a police investigation. Man Denies Bomb Hoax Call to Badbury Park Primary School, Swindon James Morgan got arrested. He is 36 and lives in Marlborough. Police arrested him at his home just after 8 PM on February 25. The…
Sam Staniland pleads guilty to animal cruelty charges in Suffolk and Essex. Sentencing is scheduled for April 10 in Norwich. Man Admits Animal Cruelty in Lower Layham and St Osyth: 2020 to 2023 A man has admitted to animal cruelty crimes. Sam Staniland, 37, has no permanent address. He appeared in Suffolk Magistrates’ Court. The…
Persimmon Homes removed a hedge to build an access road for a new housing development near Station Road. Persimmon Homes removed a hedge to build an access road for a new housing development near Station Road. Castle Cary Hedge Removed for Housing Plan Despite Resident Concerns Castle Cary Hedge Removed for Housing Plan Despite Resident…
Major M25 closures in March and April near Guildford impact routes from North Devon to London and Gatwick Airport. M25 Closures: North Devon Drivers Face Delays Heading Towards London Hey, listen up if you’re driving! Big M25 closures will happen this spring. The roadworks impact trips from North Devon toward London. They also affect routes…
Council faces criticism for using reserves to balance the 2025/26 budget, amid rising taxes and funding cuts. Hammersmith and Fulham Council Accused of Overspending From Reserves Hammersmith and Fulham faces possible bankruptcy. The council approved its budget for 2025/26. They increased council tax by 88p a week. An opposition leader criticized the council’s spending, saying…
Councillors slam budget proposals citing concerns about rising sports fees and parking costs amid community needs. Basingstoke Budget Plans Criticized by Councillors After Debate The Basingstoke council met on February 27th. They discussed changes to their budget. The changes included raising sports facility costs. Some town parking could lose its free first hour. Also, parking…
PC Prince Mawrie convicted of assault for using excessive force during a call in Orpington, leading to his dismissal. Met Police Officer Guilty of Assault After Pushing Man in Orpington Last year, on February 7, PC Prince Mawrie responded to a call involving some criminal damage. Mawrie pushed someone, using both hands on their chest,…
PC Prince Mawrie convicted of assault for using excessive force during a call in Orpington, leading to his dismissal. Met Police Officer Guilty of Assault After Pushing Man in Orpington Last year, on February 7, PC Prince Mawrie responded to a call involving some criminal damage. Mawrie pushed someone, using both hands on their chest,…