Seven dogs seeking adoption at Dogs Trust Darlington

Seven dogs seeking adoption at Dogs Trust Darlington

Dogs Trust Darlington has seven dogs available for adoption, including Harriers, Greyhounds, and Border Collies, seeking calm homes in the Darlington area Seven dogs seeking adoption at Dogs Trust Darlington Dogs Trust Darlington: Dogs Awaiting Adoption Dogs Trust Darlington has many dogs looking for loving homes. Each dog has its own personality and needs. Here…

Southend charity Harp secures £190k digital inclusion funding

Southend charity Harp secures £190k digital inclusion funding

Southend charity Harp receives £190,000 to enhance digital access for homeless individuals through recovery services Southend charity Harp secures £190k digital inclusion funding Harp Receives Funding for Digital Inclusion Project Harp has been awarded funding through the Digital Inclusion Innovation Fund, a program backed by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. The charity won…

Shoebury flat fire leaves residents terrified

Shoebury flat fire leaves residents terrified

A fire at Viking Court in Shoebury gutted a first-floor flat, leaving residents fearful as crews extinguished the blaze and cleared smoke Shoebury flat fire leaves residents terrified Firefighters Respond to Blaze at Viking Court Firefighters rushed to a block of flats at Viking Court, on Saxon Gardens, on Saturday morning. The flat was “well…

Age Concern Hampshire seeks 2026 volunteers

Age Concern Hampshire seeks 2026 volunteers

Age Concern Hampshire in Hampshire calls for volunteers to support elderly services in 2026, offering flexible roles to aid independence and community care Age Concern Hampshire seeks 2026 volunteers Age Concern Hampshire Seeks Volunteers for 2026 As Hampshire’s ageing population continues to grow, Age Concern Hampshire is appealing for volunteers to help expand and maintain…

500+ oppose sports pitch near Brighton open-air theatre

500+ oppose sports pitch near Brighton open-air theatre

Over 500 object to Brighton sports pitch plan near open-air theatre, citing noise concerns during performances in Dyke Road Park 500+ oppose sports pitch near Brighton open-air theatre Objections Raised Against Proposed Sports Pitch Near Theatre More than 500 people have objected to plans for an all-weather sports pitch. They fear it could interfere with…

Dispute over long-term caravans near Brighton playground

Dispute over long-term caravans near Brighton playground

Brighton councillor urges removal of caravans parked long term near a children’s playground, citing council reluctance over storage costs and enforcement challenges. Dispute over long-term caravans near Brighton playground Councillor Calls for Action on Caravans Near Playground Caravans left on a street near a children’s playground should be moved, according to Conservative councillor Anne Meadows.…

Cambridge retrofitting plan for climate and housing

Cambridge retrofitting plan for climate and housing

Cambridge aims to retrofit homes to cut emissions, improve housing quality, and address inequality through coordinated policies and funding. Cambridge retrofitting plan for climate and housing Cambridge’s Housing Market Faces Challenges Amid Growth Cambridge is home to a leading university, tech firms, and start-ups. The city is known for innovation and growth, with an economy…

Newton Aycliffe street wins £1,000 in Postcode Lottery

Newton Aycliffe street wins £1,000 in Postcode Lottery

Carileph Close in Newton Aycliffe won £1,000 in the Postcode Lottery, one of six regional postcodes awarded prizes this week Newton Aycliffe street wins £1,000 in Postcode Lottery Postcodes Win £1,000 Jackpot in People’s Postcode Lottery Carileph Close, located in Newton Aycliffe, was one of six postcodes to win the £1,000 jackpot this week. Other…

Stockton man jailed for dealing magic mushrooms and LSD

Stockton man jailed for dealing magic mushrooms and LSD

A 21-year-old from Stockton was sentenced for dealing drugs after police found magic mushrooms, LSD, and cannabis Stockton man jailed for dealing magic mushrooms and LSD Mitchell Hackett Sentenced for Drug Offenses Mitchell Hackett was arrested almost two years ago. A search of his belongings revealed he was carrying magic mushrooms, LSD, and cannabis. The…

Integrating trees into Scotland’s urban infrastructure

Integrating trees into Scotland’s urban infrastructure

Scotland’s cities, including Glasgow, are expanding urban tree initiatives to combat climate impacts, boost health, and promote equity, with programs like the Urban Forestry Programme leading the effort. Integrating trees into Scotland’s urban infrastructure Urban Trees as Essential Services in Scotland What if we treated trees like roads, schools, or hospitals? What if we saw…