Discover the life of Brigadier General Frederick Castle, a WWII hero based in Suffolk, and his courageous acts. Frederick Castle American Hero Based at RAF Bury St Edmunds in WW2 A monument honors the 94th Bombardment Group. It sits in Appleby Rose Garden since 1977. The group was part of the USAAF. They were based…
Online fundraiser supports building a special new enclosure at Tropiquaria Zoo for Bode the rescued bobcat. Donations exceed expectations. Appeal Funds New West Somerset Home for Rescued Bobcat Named Bode They started building a permanent home for Bode, a rescued bobcat. His new home is at Tropiquaria Zoo, near Watchet. Workers broke ground on the…
Charity calls for stronger online protections after data reveals alarming rise in child abuse image crimes. NSPCC Urges Action After Child Sexual Abuse Findings Revealed Police recorded many child abuse image crimes. Last year saw 38,685 such offences in England and Wales. That is over 100 crimes every single day. A charity looked at which…
Detective novels by LJ Ross top the charts at Hexham Library, with “The Shrine” leading at 37 loans. LJ Ross Books Most Popular at Hexham Library in 2024 Hey, guess what I found out? Someone asked for the library’s loan data. It turns out LJ Ross is super popular there, and she dominates the list…
A new bakery brings Romanian family recipes to Worcester, offering pastries and treats. Family Recipes Find New Home: Papi Bakery Opens on Worcester High Street Papi Bakery just opened last month. Find it on Worcester High Street. You can watch them bake pastries. The family wants to grow the business. They hope shops around the…
Explore the history of Canterbury’s famous Crooked House, its accidental lean, and its role as a charity bookshop. Canterbury’s Crooked House The Story Behind the Leaning Landmark Imagine a wobbly building in Canterbury. It looks like it might fall over anytime. People call it The Crooked House. This odd, black-and-white building leans into the road.…
Haircut One Hundred is a finalist in York Press’s Best Hairdresser award, seeking to reclaim the top salon title they won in 2016. York Press Best Hairdresser Finalist Haircut One Hundred Runs Again Hey, guess what I just read? Haircut One Hundred is a finalist! It’s for York Press’s Best Hairdresser award. They’re one of…
Major progress occurs on Peel Hall. Tree felling begins, demolition starts mid-March to allow access points. New homes due 2026. Peel Hall Development Reaches Milestone with Key Work Now Underway Residents have fought building plans for 30 years. The land is 170 acres in Houghton Green. The council initially refused permission for houses. The Planning…
Southborough Road closes March 3rd to 10th for UK Power Networks electrical upgrades affecting Bickley residents. Bickley Road Closure for Essential Electrical Work: March 3rd to 10th Hey, Southborough Road will close soon. It’s between Oldfield Road and Park Hill. The closure starts March 3rd at 8 a.m. It ends March 10th at 6 p.m.…
Cheat Daze, a popular dessert chain, is opening a new location in Blackburn this Sunday with half-price deals. Sweet News Cheat Daze Dessert Bar Opens in Blackburn Location Cheat Daze is opening this Sunday. It will be on Victoria Street in Blackburn, near Shandar Tandoori and Kiddies shop. Other locations exist in Manchester and Bradford.…