Julia Freeman shares stories of her husband Anthony and his family’s engineering legacy. It features Ralph Freeman. Ralph Freeman’s Legacy Shared at Local History Society Meeting Julia spoke at a history meeting recently. She shared stories of her husband, Anthony Freeman. His family worked at Freeman, Fox and Partners. His father and grandfather worked there…
Julia Wandelt, who claimed to be Madeleine McCann, was arrested with another woman for allegedly stalking someone. Update Polish Woman Who Claimed to Be Madeleine McCann Arrested Okay, so listen to this crazy story. Police arrested two women at Bristol Airport last night. One woman is 23 and from Poland; the other is 60 and…
Ukrainian mayor to visit Trowbridge for twinning agreement signing. Reinforces ties, promotes cultural connections. Ukrainian Mayor Visits Trowbridge to Sign Town Twinning Charter The mayor from Kostopil plans to visit Trowbridge and sign a “twinning” agreement. Kostopil is a town in western Ukraine. The signing happens at a Civic dinner next month, connecting, or “twinning,”…
Dorset veterans embark on a 1,800-mile WWII jeep tour, honoring D-Day and VE Day, raising funds for charity. Dorset Veterans’ Epic WWII Jeep Tour: 1,800 Miles to Honor Fallen Heroes The group will honor D-Day and VE Day’s 80th anniversaries. They will follow the regiment’s 1944-1945 liberation path. The journey goes through France, Belgium, and…
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…
Martyn Taylor recalls when Zeppelins brought destruction to Bury St Edmunds during WWI, defying expectations. Zeppelins Over Bury St Edmunds Remembering the WWI Air Raids A Zeppelin was a rigid airship. Ferdinand von Zeppelin, a German, invented it in the early 1900s. Zeppelins had cells filled with hydrogen. This replaced the usual single balloon idea,…
Explore how villages near Hexham joyfully celebrated VE Day in May 1945, marking the end of World War II. Tynedale Villages Celebrate VE Day in May 1945 After World War II VE Day marked Nazi Germany’s surrender. World War II was officially over then, and people looked forward to peace. Villages near Hexham showed red,…
Andrew Hulbert drove 3000km through ten countries, exceeding his fundraising goal for Nai’s House by raising over £2,000. Bicester Man Drives 3000km Across Europe To Aid Mental Health Charity Andrew Hulbert, 38, planned a trip. He wanted to help Nai’s House with the money raised, as the charity aids young people’s mental health. His initial…
Wellen Court, located on Haxby Road in York, opens with focus on dementia care and resident independence. New Wellen Court Nursing Home Opens Doors on Haxby Road in York Wellen Court is at Schoen Clinic York, on Haxby Road. About 50 people work there. Staff includes carers, chefs, nurses, and therapists. Adam Bloor is the…
New unique play tower from Germany coming to Hardwick Park. Improves playground with zip line, swings and is set to reopen in Spring. Hardwick Park Play Tower Opening Soon in County Durham Durham County Council has a plan to redevelop Hardwick Park, including the addition of a big tower. This tower is special because it’s…