In Southend, 414 households were in temporary accommodation as of November 2025, doubling the 2023 figure and expected to rise further. Record Number of Southend Families in Temporary Accommodation Reaches 414 Figures from a Freedom of Information request show that in November 2025, 414 households in Southend were placed in temporary accommodation. Nightly costs for…
In Darlington, the DL1 leisure complex faces challenges ahead of its ten-year anniversary, with closures and empty units raising concerns. Concerns Grow as Troubled DL1 in Darlington Prepares for Ten-Year Anniversary DL1, a leisure complex in Darlington, is approaching its ten-year anniversary amid growing concerns about its future. The site, which opened on June 25,…
In Consett, a fundraiser has raised £7,675 for the funeral of 14-year-old Aaron Anderson, who died after a farm accident. Thousands Raised for the Funeral of Consett Teen Aaron Anderson Aaron Anderson, from Consett, suffered fatal injuries when a John Deere Gator utility vehicle overturned on a farm in Burnopfield, off the B6310, on December…
Shannon Hauxwell, a 32-year-old care worker from Bishop Auckland, passed away on New Year’s Eve after battling aggressive mouth cancer. Tributes to ‘beautiful’ care worker Shannon Hauxwell from Bishop Auckland Shannon Hauxwell, from Bishop Auckland, was diagnosed with aggressive mouth cancer nearly a year ago. She passed away at the age of 32 on New…
A report confirms that land near Upper Eddington, Hungerford, is still too contaminated for new construction. Land Adjacent to Homes in Upper Eddington, Hungerford, Remains Contaminated Contaminated land near Hungerford, which led to a developer’s imprisonment, is still too tainted for new construction. This conclusion comes from a report submitted to planners, who subsequently refused…
A memorial honoring World War Two US airmen will be unveiled tomorrow in Bury St Edmunds, marking 81 years since the tragic crash of the Mission Mistress. Memorial for World War Two US Airmen Unveiled at Moreton Hall Bury St Edmunds On January 6, 1945, a Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress named the Mission Mistress took…
In Hollingbourne, plans to transform part of The Dirty Habit pub into a bed and breakfast have received approval from local authorities. Plans Approved to Convert Part of The Dirty Habit in Hollingbourne into Bed and Breakfast Plans to change part of The Dirty Habit pub into a bed and breakfast have been approved. Elite…
In Co Armagh, victims of the Kingsmill massacre were remembered during a service at the Kingsmill Memorial Wall on the 50th anniversary of the tragedy. Kingsmill massacre victims honored on 50th anniversary in Co Armagh On January 5, 1976, textile workers were shot when their minibus was ambushed outside Kingsmill. Republican gunmen, posing as British…
In Deptford, the Fitness Laboratory offers a supportive gym environment focused on community and personal growth. Exploring the Deptford Gym Transforming Local Fitness Culture In Deptford’s creative quarter, the Fitness Laboratory is changing the local gym experience. Opened in May 2025 by former headteacher Darrel Barsby, the gym emphasizes community and support. Darrel, who has…
In Keld, the Resource Centre announces a new name and vision for 2026, enhancing its role in local history and culture. Keld Resource Centre reveals new name and vision for 2026 The decision comes after significant growth and expansion at the centre. This includes the successful launch of the Old School Museum and the recent…