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Town council reflects on busy first year at annual general meeting

19 May 2025
Town council reflects on busy first year at annual general meeting

Town council reflects on busy first year at annual general meeting

19 May 2025

A town council chairman has said the authority “achieved a lot” in its formation year but “there’s a lot of work ahead”.


Powerhouse tribute celebrates Whitney’s unforgettable hits

19 May 2025
Powerhouse tribute celebrates Whitney’s unforgettable hits

Powerhouse tribute celebrates Whitney’s unforgettable hits

19 May 2025

Whitney Houston’s greatest hits will come alive with a high-energy show and live band on Friday.


Fleet of colourful bin lorries collect waste and share health messages

19 May 2025
Fleet of colourful bin lorries collect waste and share health messages

Fleet of colourful bin lorries collect waste and share health messages

19 May 2025

A fleet of striking new bin lorries is taking to the streets — not just to collect waste, but to spread life-saving health messages.


Health and beauty chain confirms closure of town branch

19 May 2025
Health and beauty chain confirms closure of town branch

Health and beauty chain confirms closure of town branch

19 May 2025

Superdrug has confirmed it will close a town store this summer, marking the end of more than 40 years of trading in the town.


‘Colouring can be a way to relax the mind, similar to meditation, and offers a unique social interaction’

19 May 2025
‘Colouring can be a way to relax the mind, similar to meditation, and offers a unique social interaction’

‘Colouring can be a way to relax the mind, similar to meditation, and offers a unique social interaction’

19 May 2025

A group marking its eighth anniversary is helping people tackle loneliness and mental health issues through art.


Gala evening promises classic operetta highlights

19 May 2025
Gala evening promises classic operetta highlights

Gala evening promises classic operetta highlights

19 May 2025

A celebration of wit, melody and mischief awaits music lovers when The Wandering Minstrels visit.


Tree collapses in park on ‘calm, sunny day’ prompting safety concerns

17 May 2025
Tree collapses in park on ‘calm, sunny day’ prompting safety concerns

Tree collapses in park on ‘calm, sunny day’ prompting safety concerns

17 May 2025

A councillor has called for a safety review of trees in a town park after one suddenly collapsed across a footpath on a calm, sunny day.


Businessman saves life of stranger in Australia who says: ‘It felt surreal knowing someone across the world had stepped up for me’

16 May 2025
Businessman saves life of stranger in Australia who says: ‘It felt surreal knowing someone across the world had stepped up for me’

Businessman saves life of stranger in Australia who says: ‘It felt surreal knowing someone across the world had stepped up for me’

16 May 2025

A man who donated stem cells that saved the life of a stranger on the other side of the world will meet him for the first time this month.


Public urged to keep reporting bike-related anti-social behaviour after young rider identified

15 May 2025
Public urged to keep reporting bike-related anti-social behaviour after young rider identified

Public urged to keep reporting bike-related anti-social behaviour after young rider identified

15 May 2025

Police have taken action against a young bike rider after reports of dangerous behaviour.


Band to play hits from the 60s to the 00s

15 May 2025
Band to play hits from the 60s to the 00s

Band to play hits from the 60s to the 00s

15 May 2025

Music fans can cut loose on the dancefloor.


Sustainable homeware brand to open new showroom

15 May 2025
Sustainable homeware brand to open new showroom

Sustainable homeware brand to open new showroom

15 May 2025

An award-winning entrepreneur is opening a new, larger showroom this weekend, marking a milestone in her business.


Pupils’ portraits to go on display in gift shop

14 May 2025
Pupils’ portraits to go on display in gift shop

Pupils’ portraits to go on display in gift shop

14 May 2025

A series of visually impressive portraits created by young people will go on display in a town business.

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‘Eternally cheerful’ war veteran and mayoress remembered

14 May 2025
‘Eternally cheerful’ war veteran and mayoress remembered

‘Eternally cheerful’ war veteran and mayoress remembered

14 May 2025

Tributes have been paid to a former town mayoress and Second World War veteran following her death aged 101.


Investigations continue into methane leak after residents evacuated

13 May 2025
Investigations continue into methane leak after residents evacuated

Investigations continue into methane leak after residents evacuated

13 May 2025

Investigations are ongoing into a methane leak after residents were evacuated from their homes.


Supermarket tribute honours man who helped shoppers for years

13 May 2025
Supermarket tribute honours man who helped shoppers for years

Supermarket tribute honours man who helped shoppers for years

13 May 2025

A tribute to a Morrisons helper and gentle giant has raised £448.84 for care home residents.


Children’s charity hosts fun day for families with life-limiting conditions

13 May 2025
Children’s charity hosts fun day for families with life-limiting conditions

Children’s charity hosts fun day for families with life-limiting conditions

13 May 2025

A charity-backed day of celebration is returning this summer, promising joy for children with disabilities and life-threatening illnesses.


Families flock to town park for sunny Gingerbread Festival

13 May 2025
Families flock to town park for sunny Gingerbread Festival

Families flock to town park for sunny Gingerbread Festival

13 May 2025

Families basked in the sunshine as a Gingerbread Festival returned with a lively mix of children’s races, community stalls and a surprise guest.


Free tennis events serve up fun for all ages

13 May 2025
Free tennis events serve up fun for all ages

Free tennis events serve up fun for all ages

13 May 2025

Two free tennis events will take place in a town park, offering something for everyone.


‘My mate had his whole life ahead of him and I want to ensure his story isn't forgotten'

13 May 2025
‘My mate had his whole life ahead of him and I want to ensure his story isn't forgotten'

‘My mate had his whole life ahead of him and I want to ensure his story isn't forgotten'

13 May 2025

A veteran has shared a powerful memoir of his Falklands War experience as he paid tribute to lost friends.


Penguins make surprise visit to care home

12 May 2025
Penguins make surprise visit to care home

Penguins make surprise visit to care home

12 May 2025

A care home has delighted its residents with an unexpected visit from two penguins.


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