A steam engine is restored in memory of Oliver Brown, a brave Plymouth boy. It will raise money for the hospice that supported him. Steam Engine Restored to Honor Plymouth Boy’s Cancer Battle A steam engine got fixed up in Plymouth. People restored it in memory of Oliver Brown. Oliver died of a rare cancer.…
Devon County Council faces shrinking savings, raising concerns about future financial stability and budget balance. Devon Struggles With Dwindling Funds Amid Growing Budget Concerns Devon County Council faces some money problems. Their savings are getting smaller and smaller. They aren’t at risk of failing right now, however, it could become a problem later if they…
Chief Rod Hansen’s £150k+ salary is funded by the constabulary despite his work at a national police body amid budget cuts. Gloucestershire Police Pays Chief Amid Cuts Controversy Rod Hansen earns over £150k while working nationally for the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC), while Gloucestershire still pays his salary. Chris Nelson lifted Hansen’s suspension last…
Derelict Chelfham Mill in North Devon will be revitalized into a retreat thanks to a £3 million project. North Devon Eyesore Set for Exciting £3 Million Transformation An old boarding school is getting a new life. It will become a retreat, café, and more. This school is in North Devon, England. The North Devon Council…
£30M will be invested in parks, playgrounds, and leisure centres. The council aims for healthier, accessible facilities. South London Parks and Leisure Centres Set for £30M Improvement Plan Wandsworth wants to invest in local leisure. They plan to spend £30 million over five years. This will improve parks, playgrounds, and leisure centers. The total investment…
Council plans to cut recycling centre opening days to save £200,000 annually, sparking fears of increased illegal dumping. Recycling Centres Face Cuts After ‘Ridiculous Decision’ Say Residents Cornwall Council wants save money. They plan to cut £200,000 each year. Nine recycling centers might reduce hours, potentially closing two days per week. People worry this change…
Sutton Coldfield schools face a health hazard due to uncollected rubbish, attracting rats and creating a foul stench. School Rubbish Crisis Rats, Smell, Health Hazards in Sutton Coldfield Headteachers in Sutton Coldfield are upset. Their schools’ bins are not being collected and this is causing a health hazard. Trash is piling up at schools, attracting…
A Smith’s Wood resident says litter is worse than 1980s Brixton riots, causing families to leave. Smiths Wood Litter Worse Than 1980s Brixton Riot, Says Resident A Smith’s Wood man complains about terrible litter. Graham Frost said it is the worst he’s seen. He lived in riot-torn Brixton. Now, families are leaving Smith’s Wood, as…
Spudman, facing relocation due to council plans, weighs offers to leave Tamworth after a public dispute over his spot. Tamworth Spudman Considers Leaving Town Amid Pitch Disagreement Ben Newman, known as Spudman, will talk with the council. This is after he claimed his spot would become a flowerbed. The Birmingham Mail reported this on February…
Resident says biomass system in Smith’s Wood raises bills. Some can’t afford heat, leading to shared bathwater. Heating System Drives Residents Into Energy Poverty, Claims Tower Block Man A resident spoke to Solihull councillors. He wants them to stop a heating system because he thinks the heating bills are too high. Josh Kearns lives in…