Darlington council reiterates commitment to carbon neutrality by 2040, declaring a nature recovery emergency despite criticism Darlington council reaffirms climate and nature goals Darlington Town Hall’s Carbon Neutral Goal by 2040 The local authority aims to introduce energy-saving measures across the borough and become carbon neutral by 2040. This ambition has been strongly reiterated by…
A delivery vehicle crashed into The Crafty Cockney pie and mash shop in Canvey, causing extensive damage estimated at £15,000–£20,000, with no injuries reported. Car crashes into Canvey pie and mash shopfront Delivery Driver Accidentally Damages The Crafty Cockney Shopfront The shopfront of The Crafty Cockney pie and mash at 103 High Street, Canvey, was…
Southend Council plans a 4.99% tax rise, focusing on social care and cost control while addressing a £6.3m budget shortfall Southend Council tax to rise by 4.99% this year Council Budget Plans Announced The plans include keeping all libraries and family centres open and freezing several charges to help residents manage costs. While most fees…
South Holland District Council approves amended £28.3m plans for Spalding’s Castle Sports Complex, including new pools and fitness facilities Spalding sports complex £28m revamp plans approved Approval for Changes to Spalding’s £28 Million Sports Centre Changes to the plans for Spalding’s £28 million new sports and wellbeing centre have been approved. The £28.3 million renovation…
Eagle Heights Wildlife Foundation in Eynsford reopens after a two-month closure due to bird flu, with some attractions still restricted Eagle Heights Wildlife Foundation in Eynsford reopens after bird flu closure Eagle Heights Wildlife Foundation Reopens After Bird Flu Closure An animal sanctuary will reopen to visitors after a temporary closure linked to a bird…
Canterbury City Council approved plans to double the size of an industrial estate in Chestfield near Whitstable despite resident concerns over scale and impact Canterbury City Council to decide on industrial estate expansion near Whitstable Approval Granted for Expanded Industrial Estate in Chestfield A bid to double the size of a new industrial estate has…
Glasgow City Council fined after a man suffered life-changing injuries when a corroded lamppost fell on him in Glasgow Glasgow Council fined after man injured by falling lamppost Glasgow City Council Pleads Guilty to Safety Breach The lamppost, which was twice over its life expectancy, was set for replacement 11 months after the incident. It…
Firefighters in Leytonstone rescued two boys trapped on an island in Hollow Pond after melting ice prevented their return to shore on 7th January Firefighters rescue two children from frozen Leytonstone pond Two Boys Rescued from Hollow Pond Two boys were rescued after being stuck on an island in the middle of Hollow Pond on…
Armagh borough recorded 200 dog attacks in a year, with councillors citing irresponsible ownership as a major issue, praising overworked enforcement teams 200 dog attacks reported in Armagh borough in one year Nearly 200 Dog Attacks Reported in ABC Borough Almost 200 dog attacks have been recorded in the ABC borough over a single year.…
A house fire in Nelson, Wales, claimed the lives of Bill and Marlene Mumford, prompting a community memorial fund and ongoing investigations Memorial collection for couple after fatal Nelson fire Bill and Marlene Mumford Identified in Fatal House Fire A well-known husband and wife, Bill and Marlene Mumford, lost their lives in a house fire.…