Health

Councillors approve care home for 2 children despite concerns from nearby neighbours

A small care home for children has been approved for a quiet estate, despite vocal opposition from nearby residents.

More than 2,500 children compete in biggest Mini Olympics yet

The 18th annual Inspire+ Mini Olympics brought together more than 2,500 children in a bid to encourage more youngsters to try new sports.

Mum warns of dangers of not using sun cream after hairdresser spotted cancerous mole

A mum of two has thanked her hairdresser for saving her life - after she noticed a cancerous mole growing on her scalp.n.”

Lack of GP appointments leads to complaints to health board rising seven fold in a year

The number of complaints received by a health board have risen seven fold in the past year, mostly sparked by anger over GP access.

‘Inadequate’ probation service showed ‘worrying’ lack of attention to keeping people safe - report

Healthcare heroes thanked with free breakfast

Mayor puts new outdoor gym through its paces

Villagers can go for a free workout in their local playing field after new outdoor gym equipment was installed.

Calls to help rough sleepers and protect residents as tent encampments spread across town

A rise in the number of tents in a town’s parks has triggered calls for action amid concerns over public safety and support for rough sleepers.

Residents’ defib donation will protect community

‘We have GPs, unbelievably, that are out of work, despite patients wanting them’

Indian head massage session brings calm to cancer support group

Zumba and curling among activities at hub’s taster sessions

Ukraine club returns favour with £1,000 donation to community lifesavers

Take a look inside hospital’s new unit

Families enjoy free day of fun at park event

Model fundraiser raises £307 for veterans' wellbeing

Charity’s mission to land £7 million second air ambulance

Bra bank should be just the start as cancer survivor eyes new campaign

‘Quarry workers are protected, so what about residents?’

How model making helps veterans beat PTSD and loneliness

Health service figures show more doctors and rising number of appointments

‘If even one person feels encouraged to open up or to ask for help in memory of Andrew, then it means the world’

Footballers remember former teammate in annual charity match

Blood tests service at ‘maximum capacity’

Luxury hotel recovers 5* rating after inspection

Dementia support group toasts £200k Lottery grant

Fitness fanatic hopes to help community ‘reach their full potential’ at new classes

Health agency urges safe sex as syphilis cases increase

Surge in demand for baby banks as our parents need help

Fire crews issue new warning after 70 fires linked to dumped batteries

Foodbank reports drop in emergency food parcels

'Julie would have been immensely proud' say organisers as music festival in her memory draws to a close

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