Community News

New research from Persil and Comfort reveals that while the UK is embracing smart home technology at speed, many households are feeling the pressure of managing it all - including busy parents navigating work, family and an expanding stack of connected devices - especially when they don't have the right products to work alongside the smart appliances.

A huge St George’s Cross, believed to be the largest display of the flag in the UK, has been unveiled with the local council vowing to "continue to fly it with pride" for England's national day.

West Coast Main Line passengers are being thanked for their patience after improvements to the overhead power systems for trains this month.

Guernsey's Indian community celebrated the Holi Festival of Colours as the vibrant annual Hindu festival marked the start of spring, the end of winter, and the victory of good over evil.

The founder of a pioneering football supporters group set up to strengthen the connection between Birmingham City FC and the South Asian community has been honoured with the Lord Mayor’s Award.

Passengers have been warned to expect further disruption following damage to overhead wires outside Manchester Piccadilly station.

Pope Leo XIV has criticised foreigners who exploit the wealth of Africa for profit during his visit to a conflict-hit region of Cameroon.

Up to 250,000 women will now be protected from unsafe working equipment following a GMB campaign.

Customers at London Euston were welcomed back inside the station’s assisted travel lounge today after a refurbishment to make journeys easier.

Pensioners are being warned to be on high alert for scams as the recovery of Winter Fuel Payments begins this month.

The important festival of Baisakhi (Vaisakhi) 2026 was celebrated on 13th or 14th April this year, marking the harvest season and the creation of Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh.

A heart-warming moment between “little and large” captured the spirit of care at Broadway Halls Care Home in Dudley.

One of the region’s leading housebuilders is looking to support people overcome the volatile property market by holding two special open weekends in Worcestershire on April 11th-12th and April 18th-19th.

Lichfield Festival has announced an exciting 2026 programme which brings together an eclectic mix of artistic events and innovative performances, spanning drama, dance, literature, comedy, and music of every kind.

Visitors making the most of the Easter weekend at Twycross Zoo were in for a surprise on Good Friday, as Coronation Street favourite Tina O’Brien was spotted on a family day out with her young son, Beau.

There will be a series of preview events next week regarding the proposed £20 million package of improvements for Halesowen town centre.