Celebrations for Diwali and the Hindu new year are taking place at Neasden Temple in north-west London, with prayers, music and a fireworks display. The festival is observed by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains and is a celebration of light over darkness.
A new footbridge and lifts have been installed at Batley station, giving step-free access to both platforms for the first time. Network Rail says further improvements, including new waiting shelters and a reopened car park, are expected in the spring.
A 101-year-old blind World War Two veteran, Gwynneth Pedler, is preparing to march at the Cenotaph for the first time on Remembrance Sunday. She will join more than 40 other blind veterans in honouring those who died.
More than 20,000 handcrafted poppies have been unveiled at Holy Trinity Church in Skipton, North Yorkshire, made by over 120 volunteers and groups. The project brought new friendships and comfort to participants, many of whom have found support through the work.
