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Shrewsbury wheelchair user calls for better access to NHS dentists
The health service's website, which allows people to search for dentists nearby, does not consistently provide details of how accessible they are, Sarah Rennie, from Shrewsbury, said.
Bristol leaseholders' lives at Orchard House on hold after legal order
Leaseholders are still stuck in a block of flats three years after securing a legal order intended to force their landlord to fix fire safety issues.
Much Wenlock farm shop destroyed by fire reopens 10 months on
The owners of a farm shop that burned down less than a year ago say it is "wonderful" to finally reopen.
West Mercia Police bodycam footage livestreamed in new project
A virtual ride-along scheme has been launched by a police force, allowing the public to see what officers get up to from the comfort of a police station.
Lithuanian women find friendship through exercise
Luda, 70, spoke to the BBC after the badminton session at the Gladstone Park Community Centre, external."It's very nice and I love it; this exercise session is great for us," said the grandmother, who moved to the UK 18 years ago."I try and stay active. I want to come every …
Ukrainian teen to play final match before going home
Ivan, now aged 13, was brought to Alfreton by his mum Viktoriia in December 2022 to escape the warfare they witnessed in Kyiv.
Group close to reaching goal to save Uppingham Post Office
If the financial target is reached, the group said it would purchase the business from Bromiley, and then apply to the Post Office to be appointed postmaster, Warner said.
Volunteers muck in at Nottingham farm for Tinie Tempah tickets
The initiative, led by RockCorps, encourages people to help at charities and community groups across the city ahead of the concert on 8 April.Kat Minett, global partnerships director at RockCorps, said: "The whole idea is that we use the music and the ticket as the carrot."There will be a lot …
Fixing up the farm for Tinie Tempah
What would you do for Tinie Tempah? Volunteers with Nottingham RockCorps donated 4 hours of their time at a local farm in exchange for tickets to an exclusive gig at Rock City. This was a really fun film and edit, and a great example of multi-platform working as my work …
Denby pottery given more time to appoint administrators
Last week, Denby's CEO Sebastian Lazell told the BBC he was "trying to move heaven and earth" to save the business.
Crocuses in bloom celebrate Leicester's Indian connection
The flowers at the University of Leicester's Botanical Garden, in Oadby, were planted last year by a team of 60 volunteers led by BBC Gardeners' World presenter Nick Bailey.
Shropshire hospital volunteer drivers save NHS more than £80k
A scheme that uses volunteers to drive patients to and from hospital is helping relieve pressure and save money for stretched NHS resources.
Theo Schooling 'fell to his death' on leave from Bristol hospital
A beloved husband and father-of-two fell to his death from a motorway bridge while on unescorted leave from a privately-run psychiatric hospital, an inquest has heard.
Major art trail announced for Ashbourne
The event in Ashbourne, called ARTbourne, will display art in shops, churches, and homes across the town, as well as offer live music and demonstrations.
Speed camera call after 88mph recorded in Breaston
A village Speedwatch group has called for permanent cameras to be installed after speeds of up to 88mph (142km/h) were recorded on a 30mph (48km/h) road.
Izzy Judd: 'I can't let panic attacks take over my life any more'
Fifteen years ago, Izzy Judd was relaxing on the beach in Australia when she suddenly felt gripped by fear and unable to breathe.Her soon-to-be husband Harry, the drummer in McFly, had just gone off surfing."Him leaving me on the beach sparked a panic attack. It just came over me like …
Peterborough woman 'can't celebrate Eid' during Middle East war
A food stallholder says she does not want to celebrate the festival of Eid this weekend because she is worried about family and friends caught up in the fighting in Lebanon.Sahar Khalil, who lives in Peterborough, says a friend of hers was killed this week, while members of her family …
Denby pottery boss warns of closure if investors not found
The 217-year-old business filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators last week, citing rising energy and employment costs.
Telford dental surgery reports patients 'giving up' on NHS places
A dental surgery has more than 500 NHS spaces available - but is struggling to find patients to fill those slots.The manager of Serene Dental, in Donnington, Telford, said people appeared to have given up trying to find appointments - or perhaps could not afford them."We've done 4,000 leaflet drops, …
Telford dental surgery reports patients 'giving up' on NHS places
The manager of Serene Dental, in Donnington, Telford, said people appeared to have given up trying to find appointments - or perhaps could not afford them.
Derbyshire mobile library service to return with new vehicles
Derbyshire County Council runs two mobile library vehicles - a north service based in Buxton and a south service in Long Eaton.
Prisoner died due to delays detecting fire, inquest finds
Clare Dupree's family describe her as "delightful" but say she had a long history of mental health problems.
Mental health staff accept pay offer to end strikes
Workers first voted to go on strike over pay and union recognition back in November
Shropshire farmers 'hammered' by fertiliser and fuel rises
A farmer has said his industry is struggling to keep produce affordable due to the rising price of fertiliser and red diesel.
Plans for 90 'extra care' flats set for approval in Derby
The redevelopment of the council-owned land at Heron Way, between Mickleover and Royal Derby Hospital, would increase the supply of "extra care housing" in the city.
University of Derby pauses student recruitment from two countries
The move will affect applicants from Pakistan and Bangladesh, with the university stating it is due to visa refusal rates for the two countries being too high.
British ceramics firm Denby to appoint administrators
The Derbyshire-based company was founded in 1809 and bought by the investment firm Hilco Capital 2009, saving it from collapse.
Shropshire family turn off heating due to 'astronomical' oil price
Across the UK, people have reported heating oil prices more than doubling and that deliveries are scarce.
I'm filling potholes at 81 - and it's never ending
Pete Thexton, from Langley Mill in Derbyshire, has been helping maintain Aldercar Lane since he opened a fishery business on the road.