‘Dedication and pride’ of volunteers who go ‘above and beyond’ recognised at award ceremony
Volunteers who go above and beyond have been recognised at an awards ceremony. The event celebrated their dedication and pride.
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Haverhill Community Playground Makes Pitch to Fill Final 272 Volunteer Slots
Haverhill's community playground is appealing for volunteers to fill its last 272 places. The project is seeking help to complete its volunteer team.
Need Project in Stotfold sets up new support hub
The Need Project in Stotfold has set up a new support hub for local people.
Kris's Peterborough fundraiser for hospital which saved his life
A man named Kris is holding a fundraiser in Peterborough for the hospital that saved his life.
Visually impaired great-gran to take on hospice firewalk fundraiser for fourth time
A visually impaired great-grandmother is set to take part in a hospice firewalk fundraiser for the fourth time.
'I was nervous before my first train ride, but now I'm confident'
A 16-year-old who had never travelled by train felt calm and confident after a supported first journey run by Suffolk County Council. The "try a train" scheme helps young people, especially those with additional needs, gain independence and learn travel skills.
Dying man's wish to see Highland cow fulfilled
A dying 89-year-old man in Basildon, Essex, had his wish to see a Highland cow fulfilled when local cattle owner Chloe Lucas brought her cow Margaret to his bedside. The man had a long affection for the breed dating back to a holiday in the Scottish Highlands where he courted his wife. Lucas said the moment, when he gave the cow a kiss, was amazing.
Poodle party reunites rescued dogs
Eight dogs rescued from a Norfolk property, where more than 250 poodle-cross dogs were found, have been reunited at a poodle party as they recover. The reunion marks another step in their road to recovery.
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.
Colchester fundraiser receives Pride of Essex Community Champion Award
A fundraiser in Colchester has received the Pride of Essex Community Champion Award.
Community volunteers tackle New Greens’ last major litter eyesore
Community volunteers are tackling what is described as the last major litter problem at New Greens.
Coffee shop fundraiser to support mental health charity in Basildon
A coffee shop in Basildon is holding a fundraiser to support a mental health charity.