Family struggles to bury their mother after DWP rejects funeral grant application. Sons are unable to afford costs. Family Unable to Bury Mother Due to DWP Decision on Funeral Grant Susan Morton’s family spoke about their situation. The family can’t bury Susan yet; she passed away at age 65. Susan developed a blood clot resulting…
A 43 year old man received a CBO for knife possession and causing alarm with his behavior in multiple towns. Stourport Man Given Order for Yob Behaviour and Knife Possession Hey, listen to this story. A guy named Steven Richards got a CBO. It’s like a special court order. He’s 43 and lives in Stourport.…
Michael Cosgrove denies attempting to murder his partner. He claims he panicked and jumped out the window. Man Claims Panic After New Order Gig, Denies Attempted Murder Charge Michael Cosgrove, age 45, is facing trial at Minshull Street Crown Court. He denies trying to murder his partner. The man is accused of strangling his partner…
Stockport ranks as the second-best market town in England, praised for heritage and culture. Stockport Named One of England’s Best Market Towns in New Ranking A town in south Manchester got a high ranking, listed as the second-best market town according to a new list. Independent Cottages made the list, ranking market towns with Stockport…
Proposed parking fees for Burnham, including near the surgery, were denied due to lack of support and consultation. Burnham Parking Fee Plans Rejected by Maldon Council Committee Burnham’s new parking fee plans failed, with Maldon Council rejecting the proposed charges at Millfield, Riverside, and Foundry Lane. Burnham Surgery patients and staff would have been affected.…
The number 36 bus route returns, funded by the Clean Air Zone, benefiting many of Bristol’s poorer communities. Bristol Bus Route Restored Serving Deprived Areas Brislington East councillors are happy about the 36 bus comeback. This route serves many poorer areas of Bristol. First Bus stopped it before because it didn’t make enough money. Bristol…
DVLA permanently bans a Bristol Rovers fan’s number plate, deeming it offensive. The owners express outrage at the decision. DVLA Makes Final Ruling on Bristol Rovers Number Plate Dispute Jackie and John Cooke loved Bristol Rovers. In 1997, they bought “N14GAS” for their car. The DVLA now says they can’t use it. “Gas” is a…
Plans submitted to convert a former homeless hostel into temporary offices, sparking debate over its future use. Hostel’s Fate Uncertain: Office Plan Filed for Former Homeless Shelter Hey, check out what’s happening near Mill Road! Railpen bought Railway House in 2023. It’s that boarded-up hostel, which used to house homeless folks. Railpen owns those railway…
Urban Green Newcastle (UGN) lost nearly £700k before Newcastle City Council took back park control after six years. Newcastle Parks Charity Urban Green Lost £700k Before Council Takeover A charity in Newcastle lost £700,000 last year. This charity managed the city’s parks. It is called Urban Green Newcastle (UGN). The council is taking back control…
Middlesbrough Council’s adult social care needs improvements, but staff are knowledgeable and changes are underway. Middlesbrough Social Care Needs Improvement But Staff Knowledge Praised James Bullion spoke about Middlesbrough Council’s care. People had different experiences with their care. Council leaders knew the needs of the people and what needed fixing before the assessment. The leaders…