Helen Spree, ex-watchdog chair, denies charges of misconduct, including inappropriate contact and smuggling at HMP Liverpool. Ex Prison Watchdog Chair Denies Sexualised Contact at HMP Liverpool The article came out February 18, 2025. It was updated that same day. Helen Spree faced charges in court. These charges included misconduct and conspiracy. Spree allegedly smuggled drugs…
Plans approved to transform a Tower of London playground into a fort. The revamp prioritizes inclusion and nature. Fort Themed Redesign for Tower of London Playground Gains Approval They’re fixing up a playground near the Tower of London. It will look like a fort! People liked the fort idea the most. The plans are going…
Sheila Sampson tricked her way into a man’s home, then strangled, beat, and robbed him. She gets eight years. Woman Strangles, Beats Elderly Man in Home Invasion, Steals His Money A woman tricked an old man to gain entry into his house. Sheila Sampson strangled him with string and repeatedly hit his head using a…
Despite falling crime, England and Wales see a rise in prisoners due to longer sentences over the past 25 years. Crime Declines Yet Prisoner Numbers Rise in England and Wales Hey, guess what? I read this interesting article. Crime went down in England and Wales. Yet, the number of prisoners actually increased. This happened over…
Council tax in Blackpool could rise nearly 5% amid £8.6 million in planned budget cuts. Vote next week. Blackpool Council Tax Hike Looms Alongside Service Budget Cuts Hey, listen to this Blackpool news. The council might raise council tax by almost five percent. They’re also planning budget cuts of £8.6 million. Councillors will vote on…
Plans proposed to refresh the obelisk honoring Ralph Gardner, a 17th-century North Shields reformer known for challenging trade control. North Shields Memorial to 17th Century Reformer Could Get Renovations North Tyneside Council got plans for an obelisk’s refresh. It honors Ralph Gardner, a 17th-century reformer. The council will consider cleaning the memorial and plan to…
A family visit turned horrific when their dog suddenly attacked, leaving two hospitalized. A heroic mom saved her kids. Family Dog Attack Dog ‘Wasn’t Going to Stop Until Someone Was Dead’ Emma Dean told a scary story. It happened on February 15th. She stayed at her in-laws in Woodchurch with her three kids, aged nine,…
North Liverpool’s popular Ten Streets Social will undergo improvements after the Liverpool Council approved changes. Liverpool’s Ten Streets Social Set for Refresh After Council Approval Ten Streets Social started in 2020. It’s a popular spot in north Liverpool, loved for its food and community events. It’s located on Regent Road. The place used to fix…
Basildon Council threatens to terminate contract with Morgan Sindall over substandard and delayed housing repairs. Council May Sack Repair Firm After Homes Left in Bad Condition Basildon Council is unhappy with housing repairs. The council leader might fire the maintenance company. Morgan Sindall handles the council’s housing repairs. Some say they fail to answer emergency…
Popular TikToker Spudman fights to keep his original spot in Tamworth after council changes impact his stall. Spudman Faces Pitch Challenge Despite Support From 80k Fans A local potato seller, Spudman, may need to move. He’s sold potatoes in Tamworth, England for 21 years. Over 80,000 fans want him to stay put. Spudman said he…