Lotus Cars opened its Hethel factory to the public to mark 60 years of the brand being based in the village, with about 1,600 people attending. Ticket proceeds go to the Priscilla Bacon Hospice Charity, with a target of raising £60,000 to mark the anniversary.
Two 88-year-olds, Barbara Thompson and Fred Jenkins, found love again at their retirement village in Sutton Coldfield after losing their spouses. They now train together, play games, dance, garden side by side and have enjoyed their first holiday together.
Two 19-year-olds, Erica Matteo and Luke Anderson, were ordained as elders at a special service in Sandyhills Parish Church in Baillieston. They became the youngest people in recent Church of Scotland history to take on the role after an 18-month internship. Their church community has warmly welcomed their fresh ideas and maturity.
A charity walk this autumn will light up streets to raise support for a children's hospice.
