BT plans to disconnect a phone box in a UK village for low usage; residents fight to keep it open. Village Fury BT Plans to Axe Phone Kiosk With Only Nine Calls a Year Sharrington residents fight to save their phone box. BT wants to disconnect the iconic red kiosk, which was the first outside…
A British Airways flight from London to Edinburgh was diverted to Prestwick due to a technical issue and met by fire trucks. British Airways Edinburgh Flight Diverted; Met by Fire Trucks on Runway A British Airways plane, headed to Edinburgh, had to land elsewhere. Fire trucks met the plane after it landed. The flight, BA2216,…
Join a memorial walk at Burrator on February 9th to celebrate Claire Chick’s life. Remember her energy and love. Burrator Walk to Celebrate Claire Chick’s Life and Cherished Memories People want to honor Claire Chick. She sadly died last month in West Hoe. They can join a gentle walk at Burrator. Folks will share happy…
The Repair Cafe in Derby will now be a monthly event. Residents brought various items to fix. Volunteers repaired a lot of items. Derby Repair Cafe to Become Monthly Event After Initial Success A Repair Cafe in Derby was a big hit. Many people came to fix stuff. It happened at Mickleover Library on January…
The popular Irish tourist spot faces closure after safety checks reveal trail risks and past fatalities. Cliffs of Moher Closing Due to Safety Concerns After Fatalities The Cliffs of Moher will likely stay mostly shut this year. It’s a very popular place in Ireland, with over a million people visiting each year. Safety issues mean…
A three-car crash on Prescot Road, Old Swan disrupted traffic. Emergency services responded and are investigating. Injuries are unknown. Three Car Collision Causes Disruption on Prescot Road in Old Swan Hey, guess what happened? There was a big car crash in Old Swan. It involved three cars on Prescot Road, near Green Lane’s junction. This…
McDonald’s plan scrapped after local outcry. Nando’s eyes Westow Street, pleasing residents and officials. Crystal Palace Nando’s Set to Replace Poundland After McDonald’s Fails Nando’s wants to open a restaurant at 62 Westow Street. Poundland currently occupies that spot in Crystal Palace. This area is known as the Triangle. McDonald’s had plans for a takeaway…
Aberdeen considers a 7% tourist tax on overnight stays starting in 2027, potentially adding approximately £5 a night. Aberdeen Debates Tourist Tax: 7 Percent Levy Proposed for Visitors Hey, guess what I just read? Aberdeen might add a tourist tax. They could charge visitors 7% starting April 2027. Locals seem pretty surprised by this idea.…
Nottinghamshire receives £3.3 million to fix potholes, promising quicker road repairs and improved conditions for residents. Nottinghamshire Roads Benefit From £3.3 Million Pothole Repair Boost Nottinghamshire will get £3.3 million extra for potholes. The government gave councils more funding than expected and this money will fix roads across the county. Leaders promise fewer roads will…
Dave retires from Staffordshire Police after 39 years, leaving a legacy of dedication in various roles. Dedicated Dave Retires After 39 Years of Service to Staffordshire Police My friend Dave, a police sergeant, is retiring. He worked for Staffordshire Police for many years, and today is his birthday and retirement day. He worked in Longton…