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Ofcom to investigate Dan Wootton GB News show after more than 7,300 complaints
Ofcom to investigate Dan Wootton GB News show after more than 7,300 complaints Ofcom will investigate Dan Wootton's GB News show after it received thousands of complaints. Wootton was suspended by GB News after Laurence Fox made …
Coventry and Kenilworth business leaders nominated for Business Woman of the Year award
Two local business leaders have been nominated for a national award. Eleanor Deeley and Lee Elizabeth Thomas have both been nominated for the Business Woman of the Year award at the annual Women of the Year Luncheon and Awards 2023. Ms Deeley is the joint managing director of construction and property firm The Deeley Group. The Coventry-based company is a third-generation family firm which was started by Ms Deeley's grandfather, George, in 1936.
Police continue search for wanted Guildford man Reece Armstrong
An Oregon mother was jailed for 30 days after she admitted to waterboarding her baby son and putting him in a freezer to get a reaction from the child’s father. Sharday McDonald, 30, was arrested after sheriff’s deputies were called to her home and discovered that she had shoved the baby boy into a freezer after torturing him. Now she has pleaded guilty to charges of criminal mistreatment, identity theft and tampering with a witness.
200,000 Essex families to benefit from £300 cost of living payment this autumn
A first-time mother has shared her heartache at feeling forced to end her maternity leave earlier than planned as her mortgage will more than double next month. Lucy Warner and partner Jamie Pepperell welcomed baby daughter Hallie Mae into their lives six months ago and Ms Warner, who works as a care assistant, had planned to take nine months of maternity leave to spend quality time with her baby.
Ipswich drug dealing gang jailed for a total of 11 years
Four members of a drug dealing gang operating in Ispwich have been jailed for more than 11 years in total. A fifth member of the gang is set to be sentenced at a later date. Suffolk Police made their arrests after stopping a number of cars suspected of being involved in drug dealing. The first arrest was made on August 30, 2022, when police stopped a car on St Helen's Street. Inside, officers found multiple bags of cocaine and £480 in cash. The driver, Radostin Butsov, was arrested.
Portland's High Angle Battery site to be 'rediscovered'
A historic landmark is to be "rediscovered" after Dorset Council received a £250,000 grant to improve it. The High Angle Battery site on the Isle of Portland has fallen into disrepair since it was first built in the 1890s. the site was originally built to defend the area against invasion. But since then the site has suffered from graffiti and damage, leading to Historic England placing it on its "at risk" register.
Torture survivor warns housing refugees on Bibby Stockholm barge will re-traumatise victims Original
A survivor of torture has visited Portland Port to warn the Government that housing refugees on barges would re-traumatise victims. Charity Freedom from Torture visited the port and described the housing scheme as "cruel". Under plans laid out by the Government, those seeking asylum in the UK would be housed on the Bibby Stockholm barge, which arrived at the Portland Port in July.
Terrorist gave six year old girl chocolate after 'White Widow' massacre of 67 people
A Surrey survivor of a terrorist attack that took place 10 years ago has spoken about the incident for the first time. Amelie Prior survived the terrorist attack at a Kenya shopping mall that was masterminded by British "White Widow" Samantha Lewthwaite. During the incident, masked gunmen entered the Westgate Mall in Nairobi on September 21, 2013, and walked around shooting innocent people one by one. Amelie, who was six at the time, and her four-year-old brother survived unharmed.
Remains of baby boy found hidden in suitcase in loft of house
Luke Dann was on trial at Plymouth Crown Court for the murder of David Kelly A driver who was arrested in Costa Coffee for running over and killing a pedestrian in a car park has been found guilty of manslaughter and sentenced to 15 years in prison. Luke Dann, 37, was on trial at Plymouth Crown Court for the murder of David Kelly, 42, on the night of March 21 this year.
Royal Manor Health Care celebrates improved Care Quality Commission rating
Royal Manor Health Care is celebrating an improved rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The GP practice, on Park Estate Road, in Portland, received a Good rating following its recent inspection. The rating is an improvement on its last inspection, which took place in May 2022. The practice received a Requires Improvement rating in last year's inspection.
Teenage girl in hospital after being hit by a bus in Reading
Police said the assault victims got into a car to leave at 8.30pm on Saturday They were obstructed and then involved in a collision with a female pedestrian A man and a woman have been assaulted by a group at the demolished remains of Britain's wonkiest pub before they both fled in a car and collided with a pedestrian.
Surrey Police's next steps as Sara Sharif's family suggests they will cooperate
Surrey Police has outlined its next steps after the family of a 10-year-old girl who was found dead last month issued a statement saying they would cooperate with UK authorities. Sara Sharif was found dead in her home in Horsell, near Woking, on August 10. Officers have been pursuing a murder investigation into the case and have said they are keen to speak to Sara's father Urfan Sharif, his partner, Beinash Batool, and Urfan's brother, Faisal Malik.
New headteacher takes over historic Bournemouth school
A Bournemouth school which is preparing to celebrate its 110th anniversary has welcomed a new headteacher. Kerri Male has taken up the headteacher position at St Martin's School. Mrs Male has taught at the school since 2015 and has been the school's deputy head for five years. She has taken over from Laura Richards who worked as headteacher for seven years. Commenting on her new role, Mrs Male said: "I am excited and honoured to lead St Martin's.
Have you seen these Ted Baker items stolen from lorry in Milton Keynes?
Expensive designer clothing has been stolen from inside a lorry that had parked in Milton Keynes. The Ted Baker clothing was stolen from the lorry while it was parked overnight from Monday, August 7 to Tuesday, August 8. The lorry had been parked at the junction of Lasborough Road and Winchester Circle in Kingston. Between 3am and 7am, the lock on the vehicle was forced open and the clothing was taken. It is estimated that the designer clothes are worth tens of thousands of pounds.
Unleaded petrol prices climb to the highest level in six months
Petrol prices have risen to their highest level this year, new figures show. The average price of a litre of unleaded petrol was 151.7p on September 4. The average price is up from 150.7p during the previous week. It is the seventh week in a row to see prices increase. The rise in costs is being driven by the oil cartel Opec+ reducing its supply. It means that the cost of oil has jumped by $12 a barrel to more than $88. Unleaded petrol is now at its highest price since the end of December 2022.
Man threatened passers-by with knife near Reading McDonald's
Members of the public were threatened by a man with a knife while he was in the middle of a road. The incident took place at around 9pm on Saturday (September 2) on Oxford Road, in Reading. Police are investigating the incident after a victim, a man in his thirties, was walking along the road, opposite the McDonalds, and saw a man threatening passers-by with a knife. The suspect then swore at the victim and thrust the knife towards him before running off to an address on Oxford Road.
Petrol prices jump to highest level so far this year - here's why
Petrol prices have risen to their highest level this year, new figures show. The average price of a litre of unleaded petrol was 151.7p on September 4. The average price is up from 150.7p during the previous week. It is the seventh week in a row to see prices increase. The rise in costs is being driven by the oil cartel Opec+ reducing its supply. It means that the cost of oil has jumped by $12 a barrel to more than $88. Unleaded petrol is now at its highest price since the end of December 2022.
Sudbury man is wanted by police in connection with threats of violence
Suffolk Police have warned the public to contact them if they see a wanted man from Sudbury. Andrew Chadfield is wanted in connection with threats of violence. The 39-year-old is known to frequent Great Cornard as well as Sudbury. He is described as 5ft 7ins tall and of a medium build. He had short-cropped, light-brown hair and a Mancunian accent.
Tributes paid to 'wonderful' granddad who died in Fareham bike crash
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Norfolk man punched his ex in the face in the middle of the street
A man has been jailed after punching his former partner in the face through her open car window. David Bassett, 38, attacked his ex-girlfriend after an argument broke out between the pair on Harvest Road in Attleborough on November 13, 2020. The victim, who was driving at the time, pulled up beside Bassett's van and an argument broke out between the pair. But then Bassett got out of the van and repeatedly punched the victim in the face through her open window.
Norfolk man punched his ex in the face in the middle of the street
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Council workers stumped by strange discovery at the roadside
Council workers have been left stumped after finding a surprising item dumped by the side of the road. Staff from Babergh District Council discovered a "magnificent" silver birch tree discarded at the roadside in Stowmarket. The six-metre-high tree was reported to the council by a member of the public last week. It was found, complete with its root ball, abandoned in foliage.
Burglar stole bank card from Banbury home
Police officers are working to identify a man in connection with a burglary in Banbury. Thames Valley Police wish to identify the man in the above CCTV image as he may have information that can assist the investigation. The burglary took place between 6am and 7am on Saturday, August 19 at a property on Hamilton Close. A rucksack and wallet containing cash was stolen. The burglar then used the bank card to make a number of purchases using the victim's money.
Drug dealer who dumped £4,000 of cocaine and heroin in a bush is jailed
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Bournemouth Airport named one of the best in the UK
Bournemouth Airport has been named one of the best airports in the country for customer experience. Its high rating means it has received a "recommended provider" status by consumer magazine Which?. The high rating was achieved during Which?'s annual airport survey, which asked travellers their feedback on their experience at airports.
Police helicopter dispatched after fight breaks out in Woking
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Lorry carrying car batteries catches fire on M25
A lorry transporting car batteries has caught fire on the M25. Two lanes of the motorway have been closed while firefighters try to extinguish the blaze. The lorry fire began shortly before 12pm today (August 29) between Junction 15 and Junction 16 of the M25, not far from London Heathrow Airport. Heavy smoke from the fire is now blowing across the motorway, making the situation more dangerous for drivers.
Cambridge man punctured 42 bike tyres during 'reckless' crime spree
A man who used a pair of scissors to puncture bike tures in Cambridge has been sentenced. Ife Bellow was spotted on council CCTV cameras carrying out his crime spree in the early hours of the morning. The 29-year-old, of no fixed abode, began sabbing bike tyres across the city at 2am on October 18 last year. He started in Drummer Street and finished in Guildhall Street before being arrested by police at Guildhall Place.
M25 traffic live: Lorry fire causes delays as emergency services close lane
A lorry fire is causing delays on the M25 in Buckinghamshire today. The incident is causing long delays on both sides of the motorway. The lorry caught fire on the clockwise carriageway between J15 M4 to J16 M40. Emergency services have closed one lane of the motorway while the fire is dealt with. While traffic is backed up on the clockwise carriageway, the scene is also attracting onlookers from the other carriageway. This is causing delays in the other direction.
Engineering work finished on railway bridge on East Suffolk line
Engineering work on a railway bridge on the East Suffolk Line has been completed after almost a week. Over the last six days improvements had been made to the bridge that carries trains over the River Deben. Work was required as timbers under the rails on the bridge, which is located between Melton and Wickham Market stations, were deteriorating. If no action had been taken then speed restrictions would have had to be imposed on every train crossing the bridge, causing delays.
Body of missing diver from Hampshire found off Dorset coast
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Sadiq Khan's deputy to consider ULEZ exception for hospice staff, volunteers and patients
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North London residents get new bus route
Passengers have won their fight to restore a cancelled bus service from Barnet to Potters Bar. The 84B will now be brought into service after Hertsmere Borough Council approved the plans at a council meeting on Wednesday (August 23). The council's cabinet approved £183,600 of funding for the service, with Central Connect winning the contract to run the route across Greater London and Hertfordshire. The new service will begin on Monday, September 4.
Greater Anglia warns of rail disruption on successive Saturdays due to strikes
Rail services operated by Greater Anglia are set to be altered due to industrial action by workers. Strikes are taking place on Saturday, August 26, Friday, September 1 and Saturday, September 2. RMT union members are set to strike on both Saturdays, while members of ASLEF have announced they will strike on Friday, September 1 and take action short of striking on Saturday, September 2. Customers are being advised by the train company to check before they travel on these days.
Public warned to call 999 if they see man wanted in connection with an assault
Police are warning the public to stay away from a wanted man in Oxfordshire. Cameron O’Malley-Richardson, aged 28, of no fixed abode, is being sought in connection with a violent assault . The incident took place in Wixed Piece, Aylesbury, at around 1am on August 5. The victim, a man in his thirties, was stabbed several times in the head with a broken wine glass. He sustained serious injuries that required hospital treatment but has since been discharged.
Burglar jailed after Apple AirTag tips cops off to his location
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Murcott woman convicted of dealing heroin and crack cocaine
A woman from Murcott has been convicted of dealing heroin and cocaine. Aila Harris, 34, of Arncott Road, Murcott, was caught after a drugs bust at her home. Officers from the Cherwell and West Tasking Team at Bicester police station carried out a warrant at an address on Arncott Road on Tuesday (August 22). Inside they found "a significant quantity of crack cocaine and heroin". Harris was arrested at the property and charged.
CCTV images released after man seen attempting to steal from cars in Abingdon
CCTV images have been released by Thames Valley Police after a man was seen attempting to steal from cars in Abingdon. The incident took place on Thursday, August 10 at around 3.25am on Minchins Close. The offender was seen attempting to open the door of a car parked on a driveway using the handle. However, he was unsuccessful. The police have now released CCTV footage of a man they would like to speak to. Officers say he may have "vital information" about the attempted theft.
Watch footage of major railway repairs being completed in Aylesbury
Major work to replace a Victorian-era drainage culvert underneath the railway in Aylesbury has now been completed. New video footage released by Network Rail has revealed how engineers tackled the massive project. The engineers dug up the railway by Aylesbury station in order to replace the drainage system which connects to the nearby canal basin. But faults found in the structure earlier this year led to multiple short-notice closures of the line, causing major disruption for passengers.
Abingdon play park sexual assaults sees woman fight off attacker
A woman managed to fight off an attack who sexually assaulted her in a play park in Abingdon. The victim, a woman in her thirties, was attacked while she walked through Masefield Play Park. The incident took place at 8.57pm on Friday, August 18. While she was walking through the park an unknown offender grabbed her and threw her to the floor. The victim managed to fight off the attacker and called the police. Officers arrived at the scene but no arrests have yet been made.
BAE wins £89m military communications contract and vows to create jobs in Dorset
Around 60 jobs are to be created in Dorset after BAE Systems won a military contract worth £89million. The deal will see BAE lead a consortium of businesses in creating a new communications system for the military. The system, known as Trinity, will be a deployable tactical Wide Area Network (WAN) which will link different military vehicles together.
Wiltshire woman 'snaps leg' then learns she's won hundreds of thousands of pounds
A Salisbury woman found out she had won hundreds of thousands of pounds after she collapsed on the dancefloor. Debs Orchard was dancing to Faithless on a cruise around the Norwegian fjords when her leg gave way and she hit the deck. The mum-of-one was rushed to the ship's medical centre before being taken in a wheelchair to a GP surgery in the Norwegian port of Haugesund. X-rays found she had not broken her leg but may have damaged her ligaments. But the bad news didn't last long.
Woman hospitalised after being hit by a van on Reading's Kings Road
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Masked men steal cash from Chipping Norton Sainsbury's in early morning burglary
Police are investigating a burglary at a Sainsbury's store in Chipping Norton after masked men broke into the supermarket. The burglary took place at the branch in Market Square on August 9. Three men wearing face coverings and gloves forced their way into the shop at around 3.10am. They managed to break in through the front door and shutters. After breaking in they managed to open an ATM and stole a cash cassette before fleeing the scene. It is unknown how much money was in the ATM's cassette.
Pipeline to protect Dorset's Jurassic Coast from wastewater is completed
A pipeline built to protect the environment around the Jurassic Coast has been completed. The £800,000 project will halve the discharge of untreated storm water into the sea. The project has been completed by Wessex Water and will mean wastewater is pumped award from villages in West Bexington, Chesil Beach, and Swyre. The scheme will reduce the number of times that a nearby storm overflow operates by incorporating a rising main sewer that will cope with sudden increases in water volume.
Police called after cat brings live snake into pensioner's home
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Cat brings live snake into elderly woman's home sparking call to the police
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Billy Lardner: Man in court charged with causing death of Dorset teenager
A 25-year-old man has appeared in court after being charged with the death of Dorset teenager Billy Lardner. Billy died after he was hit by a car near Bournemouth Airport on June 30, 2023. Tyrone Franklin, of Newfoundland Drive, Poole, has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving in connection with his death. He is also being charged with failing to stop at the scene of an accident and driving without insurance.
Woman arrested on suspicion of murder after body found in River Cherwell
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man's body was found in Oxford. The body of 30-year-old Jorge Javier Martin Carreno was found in the River Cherwell on Monday, July 26, 2021. Mr Carreno had been on a night out in the centre of Oxford on Saturday, July 24 and Sunday, July 25, 2021. Following an investigation by Thames Valley Police a file was prepared for the coroner and an inquest was held in July 2022.
Drug dealer kept £500,000 worth of drugs on boat in Huntingdon
A drug dealer was caught with nearly £500,000 worth of cocaine on a boat in Huntingdon. Ben Cunningham, 49, of Wyton Moorings, Banks End, was found to be a "key cog" in a criminal network selling drugs across Cambridgeshire. He was arrested in March last year while onboard the San Periel boat, which had been moored on the River Great Ouse. Onboard the boat the police found high-purity blocks of cocaine worth around £470,00. Another £7,000 of cannabis was found along with £13,000 in cash.
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