Colchester fundraiser receives Pride of Essex Community Champion Award
A fundraiser in Colchester has received the Pride of Essex Community Champion Award.
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Volunteers urged to 'Spruce up Scarborough' on community action day
Volunteers are being encouraged to take part in a community action day to spruce up Scarborough.
Young Newport hero hailed for beach rescue says swimming lessons made the difference
A young person from Newport has been hailed as a hero after rescuing someone from the beach. They credit their swimming lessons with making the difference.
Sheffield mum gives spectacular spooky transformation to home for charity
A Sheffield mum has transformed her home with a spooky display. The effort is raising money for charity.
Christmas raffle to help raise money for the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity
A Christmas raffle is being held to raise money for the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity. The fundraiser is reported by Lichfield Live.
Lymm Adivas dance their way into the heart of the community
The Lymm Adivas dance group has become woven into the heart of its community.
Eye donation 'an enormous gift', says recipient
A man whose sight was restored by donated corneas has encouraged people to consider eye donation after death. Cornea transplants can help people with partial or total blindness, and about 6,000 people across the UK are waiting for one.
Students' meal deal society goes viral after supermarket trip attracts millions
A revived student society at the University of Birmingham devoted to meal deals has quickly gained more than 100 members. Its first event, a supermarket trip in Selly Oak, drew over 60 students and a TikTok video of the outing has been viewed more than a million times. Members also plan group outings, picnics and quizzes to bring students together.
The woman who has worked for the NHS since it was founded
Audrey Joughlin, now 96, started working for the NHS in 1948 and still volunteers at the Royal Liverpool Hospital, where she runs a book trolley service for patients. Her colleagues describe her dedication as remarkable, and she says volunteering makes her feel appreciated.
'We had 10 minutes to decide whether to look after our disabled grandchild'
Alan and Julie, grandparents in their sixties, became full-time carers for their disabled granddaughter Ella after being given a very short time to decide. Despite giving up their business and moving to Leeds, Alan says it is the best decision he has made, and Ella can now walk unsupported.
Barbells and beats: This is the new student night out
Students in Nottingham have started an alcohol-free night at a city centre gym, combining workouts with a live DJ. The launch event drew 250 students, and the gym owner said the response exceeded his expectations.
Pupils and Families Enjoy Reading Cafes for Macmillan Fundraiser
Pupils and families enjoyed reading cafes held as a fundraiser for Macmillan.
Six National Finalists Revealed For New Local Hero 2026 Live Finale
Six national finalists have been revealed for the Local Hero 2026 live finale on East Coast FM.