A resident expresses worry over an 18% rent hike after a council changed rental. They cite impacts on disposable income. Alloa Resident Angered By 18 Percent Rent Increase From Council The council decided to raise tenant base fees by 10 percent. This happened on Thursday, January 30th, during a full meeting. Elected officials also approved…
A replacement tree has been planted in Swindon’s The Parade to revive the spot where an old tree fell last October. New Tree Takes Root in Swindon, Replacing Fallen Parade Landmark A new tree now grows in The Parade. It replaces one that fell in October 2024. The old tree stood there for many years.…
Kubus Polski in Swindon may lose its alcohol license after a police raid uncovered illegal vapes, tobacco, and alcohol. Swindon Off Licence Faces Alcohol Ban After Illegal Goods Raid Swindon Council has a sub-committee meeting this week. A shop called Kubus Polski got raided back in November 2024. Police found lots of illegal vapes, tobacco,…
The popular St Albans pub, run by Paul and Julie Jones, earns top marks for food hygiene after recent inspection. Hare and Hounds Pub Receives Excellent Food Hygiene Rating of Five The Hare and Hounds got great scores. Its bar and kitchen are both top-notch. This pub is in St Albans. Paul and Julie Jones…
A 30-year-old man faces violent disorder charges after his arrest, joining seven others already in custody. Eighth Arrest Made in Blackwood Violence Incident Investigation Okay, so a guy got arrested. He is 30 and from Pentwynmawr. He showed up in Newport court on a violent disorder charge. This happened after his arrest on February 18.…
A man has been charged after a large cannabis farm with 700+ plants was found in Warrington last year. Suspect Named in Large Warrington Town Centre Cannabis Farm Case Last year, police raided a closed bar in Warrington town center. This happened almost a year ago, and the officers were from Cheshire Police. The police…
Richborough’s 600-home proposal near Whippendell Wood sparks over 600 objections citing damage to nature and infrastructure. Whippendell Wood Plan Faces Huge Opposition from Hundreds of Residents A company called Richborough plans to build houses, a school, and a medical center. This will be north of Little Green Lane, near Whippendell Wood and the West Herts…
A man was detained by activists in Greengates over suspected child abuse leading to police investigation and arrests for assault. Man Detained in Greengates by Child Abuse Activist Group Sparks Police Probe Police are investigating officer assaults. It happened last night on New Line in Bradford near the Asda store. The police went there around…
A 260 metre path in Melrose will be built in six weeks, enhancing safety for pedestrians and cyclists. New Path Along A6091 in Melrose Takes Six Weeks to Construct They’re building a new path. BEAR Scotland will construct it. This company works for Transport Scotland. The path will be 260 metres long, with a width…
Flamingo Land faces accusations of twisting facts in its appeal for a rejected park project. Ross Greer leads the criticism. Flamingo Land Accused of Disinformation Over Park Approval Ross Greer says Flamingo Land twists things. They want support for their park plan. The park board already rejected it. It cost £40 million. It happened in…