A memorial bench, lost in a storm from Wales, was found 80 miles away in Cumbria and returned to the family. Storm-Swept Memorial Bench Returns Home After 80 Mile Voyage A bench washed away from Wales during a storm. It traveled eighty miles up the coast. The bench ended up in Cumbria. People found the…
Councillors will discuss advantages and dangers of battery storage & planning changes for large projects. Councillors To Examine Battery Storage Project Benefits and Risks Carl Les said he counted 22 battery project proposals. These projects are currently in the planning phase. He wants energy and food security to work together well. Many people asked him…
Councillors push for transport upgrades in West Leeds after a travel survey reveals key issues. Quick action is demanded now. West Leeds Travel Improvements Urged by Councillors After Survey Local councillors are happy with a new travel report. They want transport improvements in West Leeds now. A public survey gathered ideas about travel issues there.…
Taco Bell in Reading wants to extend hours until 2 AM Fridays & Saturdays. Taco Bell Seeks Later Hours on Weekends in Reading Taco Bell started in Broad Street Mall in 2019. They serve tacos, nachos, sweets, and drinks. Now, they want to stay open later on weekends. They applied for late night hours until…
Luxury apartments called Station Suites are opening in Middlesbrough’s Crown Building, near the train station. Station Suites: New Apartments Open Near Middlesbrough Train Station Okay, so Holiday Inn opens new apartments soon. These are called “Station Suites,” and they’re near Middlesbrough’s train station, located in the Crown Building. The project cost about £1.7 million. Ashall…
Consett Empire Theatre could limit opening days. Locals fear for its future plus the impact on the town’s economy. Consett Empire Theatre Faces Uncertainty Amid Reduced Hours Consett’s Empire Theatre may close three days each week due to a proposed revised timetable from Durham County Council. Locals fear this change will hurt the theater and…
The Penny Black hosts a 12-day beer festival from March 5-16, featuring 20 ales, including international and vegan options. Oxfordshire Pub Celebrates Beer with Twelve Day Ale Festival The Penny Black will host a beer fest. It’s on Sheep Street. The festival starts March 5 and ends March 16. They will have many beers. Five…
A 68-year-old man from Penybont received a ten-month sentence for breaching sex offender rules in Welshpool, Powys. Powys Pensioner Jailed Again for Child Sex Offenses in Penybont Richard Roe, age 68, appeared in court. This happened at Mold Crown Court on February 20. Judge Nic Parry spoke to Mr. Roe, stating he ignored police and…
Local businesses fear new parking fees will negatively affect shoppers and Bridgwater’s economy. Concerns extend to residents too. Bridgwater Business Group Troubled by Potential Parking Rule Changes A group of 200+ members voiced serious concerns. They think changes will hurt locals, and that businesses, residents, and visitors will suffer if the council enacts new parking…
Footpath repairs in Loughgall are hailed as a positive step, prompting calls for a broader village regeneration plan. Loughgall Regeneration Plan Urged after Path Repair Breakthrough Loughgall will see pressure applied for a full public plan. This followed confirmation of overdue footpath work. Works on footpaths are now set to begin. Carla Lockhart, a local…