Venue38 in Ayr, run by Tracy McGregor and James Bunten, struggles with roof damage and funding, risking closure after a cancelled gig. Venue38 in Ayr, run by Tracy McGregor and James Bunten, struggles with roof damage and funding, risking closure after a cancelled gig. Ayr Venue38 Faces Closure After Roof Damage and Funding Shortfall Ayr…
Plans to certify the Hampton Inn restaurant failed. Council doubts continuous use of the space as a full restaurant pre June 2024. Premier Inn Table Table Restaurant Plan Refused Continuation Whitbread PLC made an application in June 2024. They wanted a certificate for the Table Table restaurant inside the Hampton Inn in Bishopdown. This certificate…
Solar firm owner, Lee Watson, spared jail after growing cannabis to boost worker pay during the Covid pandemic. Solar Panel Boss Avoids Jail for Growing Cannabis During Covid Lee Watson, age 43, admitted to growing cannabis at his place. He runs Spartek, a solar panel installation company. The home is in East Harling. The court…
Tougher laws target knife crime. Includes stricter ID checks, longer sentences, and violent intent penalties. New Crime Bill: Stricter Measures Introduced to Combat Knife Crime New laws are coming to reduce knife crime. They aim to keep communities safe. These laws are part of a new Crime and Policing Bill. Selling weapons to those under…
New speed cameras get installed on the A47 to enhance road safety. Closures will happen at night until November. A47 Speed Camera Installation: £6 Million Scheme Starts Near Wisbech New cameras are coming to the A47. They are average-speed cameras. Installation started this Monday, and road closures will happen at night until November. This project…
Volunteers in Hampshire receive King Charles III Coronation Medals for their service and dedication. Hampshire Volunteers Honored with King Charles Coronation Medals Nigel Atkinson gave the presentation. He is the Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire. The King Charles III Coronation Medal marks a special event, celebrating King Charles’ coronation on May 6, 2023. His wife, Queen…
Irene Muggeridge celebrated her 106th birthday at Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh Court. Wokingham Resident Celebrates Remarkable 106th Birthday at Care Home Irene Muggeridge lives in Wokingham. It’s at the RMBI care home, Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh Court. She recently celebrated something special with loved ones. Irene is a local celebrity! Cards, flowers, and…
Officer tells court of struggle that occurred after police entered hotel room. Trial ongoing. Police Officer Describes Melee with Man at Ipswich Premier Inn Marc Branch, age 36, is from London. He denies assaulting two police officers. This happened back in April 2021. The Premier Inn staff had problems with Branch. People complained about the…
Council is under fire for alleged favoritism toward a developer in a housing project dispute. Community voices concern. Camden Council Faces Accusations of Developer Cozy Relationship Mount Anvil wants to rebuild the old Bacton estate. They sent new plans to Camden Council. The plans include 447 new homes. That’s almost double the number approved in…
Local council faces backlash for trying to ban naturism at Corton Beach, accusing nudists of “lewd” acts and threatening police action. Council Move to Ban Naturists on Semi-Nudist Beach Sparks Outrage Corton Beach has been a naturist spot since the 1970s. A local council is facing criticism as they tried to ban naturists from the…