Did you know one of the oldest working postboxes in the UK can be found in Dorset? While the first iconic red pillar boxes were erected in Jersey in 1852, they later came to Britain the following year. And still nestled in the village of Holwell is one of the …
Read More »Gym conversion at Telford retail park unit is ‘lawful use’ planners rule
Planners at Telford & Wrekin Council have certified that units 4a and 4b at Telford Bridge Retail Park are not restricted to retail use. Agents for the owners of the retail park at Colliers Way had told the council that there is an agreement with a gym operator to take …
Read More »Lopburi prepares for King Narai Festival with Royal Homage Ceremony, February 13-22
Lopburi Governor Wiraphong Rhitrot leads a traditional ceremony at Phra Narai Ratchaniwet to honor King Narai the Great, marking preparations for the 38th King Narai the Great Reign Festival, to be held from 13–22 February 2026. BANGKOK, Thailand – Lopburi Governor Wiraphong Rhitrot recently led a powerful traditional ceremony at …
Read More »HMRC car tax changes leaving thousands of drivers ‘cash strapped’
The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association has warned HMRC and the Labour government that car tax changes are leaving drivers cash-strapped and threatening electric vehicle adoption Christian Abbott Audience Writer 11:26, 15 Jan 2026 HMRC vehicle tax reforms are leaving thousands of motorists financially stretched(Image: Andrzej Rostek via Getty …
Read More »Derby charity pleads for community’s help after essential van stolen
The van helped deliver household items, such as beds and fridges, to those in need Sophie Fagone Buscimese Trainee Reporter 06:00, 15 Jan 2026 The charity had been using the van to deliver essential household items to those in need.(Image: Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance) A Derby charity has pleaded …
Read More »Amazon to shut massive centre with 590 jobs impacted
Employees are being offered the chance to transfer to a different site 10:36, 15 Jan 2026Updated 12:52, 15 Jan 2026 (Image: Streetview) Online giant Amazon is planning to close one of its fulfilment centres, offering workers the chance to transfer to another site. The company announced a consultation on a …
Read More »Royal Mail delivery delays – CR5, SE22, SE24
The London postcodes experiencing delays today (January 15) are CR5 (Coulsdon), SE22 (East Dulwich), and SE24 (Herne Hill). Royal Mail said: “We aim to deliver to all addresses we have mail for, six days a week. “In a small number of local offices, this may temporarily not be possible due …
Read More »Pensioner, 79, killed neighbour’s dog and left her with broken pelvis after hitting them with car in Church Stretton
Leo Smith, aged 79, crashed into the victim as she walked her dog on Castle Hill, near the Long Mynd in Church Stretton. Sign up for our FREE weekly Nostalgia Newsletter – with scores of archive pictures and exclusive features on the history of Shropshire and Mid Wales – all …
Read More »Record 369 arrests made during Surrey Police winter drink and drug driving crackdown
The consequences of a conviction can include a minimum 12-month driving ban, an unlimited fine, a possible prison sentence and a criminal record, which could affect current and future employment. Drivers may also face higher insurance costs, difficulty travelling to countries such as the USA, or cause serious injury or …
Read More »Pair charged after teenager suffers two stab wounds in Ilkeston knife attack
A property was cordoned off overnight and into the next day Sophie Fagone Buscimese Trainee Reporter 13:15, 15 Jan 2026 Police were in attendance at the address in Ilkeston(Image: Derby Telegraph) Two teenagers have been charged with a number of offences after an alleged assault in Ilkeston. Police were called …
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