Owner of a Caribbean restaurant fights to remove telecom boxes blocking her business for 13 years. Restaurant Owner Takes Box Removal Fight to UK Parliament After 13 Years A woman has fought for 13 years. She wants telecom boxes moved from her restaurant. Her fight reached the Parliament of the UK now. Debbie Monfries owns…
A grieving mom is fighting a council order to remove personal tributes from her daughter’s grave after complaints. Council Orders Mom to Remove Grave Decorations for Deceased Daughter A mom named Gemma lost her daughter, Lottie. Lottie was only seven years old. She died from a brain tumor in May of 2023. Gemma buried Lottie…
New barrier at South Gare restricts vehicle access due to anti-social behavior. Locals express concerns about limited access. Barrier at Popular Beach Spot Sparks Anger Over Access Restrictions People in Teesside are talking about a new barrier. It’s at South Gare in Redcar. PD Ports put it there. The barrier stops vehicles. PD Ports said…
Guide Dogs seeks volunteers in Newcastle. Meet retired pups Kenny and Heidi and discover how you can help the visually impaired. Retired Guide Dogs Visit Eldon Square to Recruit Charity Volunteers Eldon Square had special visitors today. Kenny and Heidi, retired guide dogs, came to visit. The Guide Dogs charity staff joined them. They wanted…
Council probes over studio flats listed for rent at a former Premier Inn still registered as a hotel. Council Investigates Rental Listings at Former Kent Premier Inn Site A council is checking a possible rule break. It involves some studio flats at a Premier Inn, and the council worries about renting these out; they say…
Newcastle celebrates six decades since The Rajah, its pioneering Indian restaurant, introduced curry to local diners in 1965. Newcastle Marks 60 Years Since First Indian Restaurant Opened Doors Most people enjoy curry. The UK has about 10,000 Indian restaurants now, serving many customers with dishes like bhuna and biryani. Curry’s origin in Britain is linked…
Nine year old Livia, who has cerebral palsy, will receive a motorized wheelchair, thanks to community fundraising efforts. Devon Girl Gets Life Changing Wheelchair Thanks to Community Support Livia is a nine-year-old who has cerebral palsy. This makes it hard to keep up, but she wants to be independent. A fundraiser, started by Seaton Primary…
Roger Honey marks 50 years as postmaster in Dawlish, Devon, serving his community and adapting to changing needs. Devon Postmaster Roger Honey Celebrates 50 Years of Service Roger Honey hit a big milestone. He has run his post office for 50 years! It is the Exeter Road Post Office in Dawlish. His family bought it…
Annie fights for accessible toilets in Cornwall after her friend’s passing, advocating for those living with stomas. Cornwall Woman Campaigns for Stoma Friendly Public Toilets Annie lives in Cornwall. She wants better public toilets for people. Annie’s friend died, inspiring her work, and Annie herself uses a stoma bag, so she knows small changes help…
Plymouth considers joining a national e-scooter trial. Safety concerns and environmental impact are key points. Plymouth Debates E-Scooter Trial Amid Safety and Benefit Questions Plymouth might get e-scooters. The council wants to join a national trial program. People have mixed feelings about this idea. This week, the council will discuss the plan and must ask…