The proposals would mean residents' would have their food waste collected at longer intervals.

Council eyeing move to three-weekly bin collections

A solar farm which is expected to generate enough energy to power almost 8,000 homes in its first year has been given the green light. The development, earmarked for 31.2 hectares (77 acres) of farmland near Four Ashes, north of Wolverhampton, was approved by South Staffordshire Council's planning committee on Tuesday.

Solar farm on agricultural land given green light

Appeals against approval of the development in Braddan are dismissed by the environment minister.

Plans for 320 homes and school given green light

The closure of a leisure centre is to be revisited after campaigners presented a petition to Dorset Council. QE Leisure Centre (QELC) in Wimborne closed to the public in April after the previous Conservative-led administration withdrew funding. Campaigners presented a 7,000-signature petition and a list of public questions to Thursday's...

Council to revisit closure of leisure centre

A man found dead in a park in the early hours of the morning has been officially named as Thomas Boom, 30, known as Tommy. Four people have been arrested in connection with the incident which happened shortly after midnight in Miller's Meadow in Northampton. Northamptonshire Police said Mr Boom...

Man, 30, found dead in park is named by police

A 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident and remains in custody.

Man arrested after woman raped near park

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Plans to build 120 homes on the edge of a village can go ahead after the developers successfully appealed against a council decision to reject the proposal. Developers, including Bellway Homes, saw their project for land to the east of Ploughley Road in Ambrosden, Oxfordshire, turned down by Cherwell District Council in July 2023.

Developers win appeal to build 120 village homes

A Which? survey ranked Mablethorpe second from bottom.

Seaside survey is slap in the face for town - mayor

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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Conservation chiefs say they will contact police after campers left a trail of destruction in the Lake District. The National Trust was left with a two-day clean-up bill estimated to be in the region of £1,000 after a group discarded camping equipment, mattresses and clothing on the shores of Buttermere.

Campers leave trail of destruction at lakeside

Patrick McDonagh and Matthew McDonagh are accused of defrauding $435,000 from a US pensioner.

Brothers charged after FBI uncovers $435k fraud

The council says the fence, put up for privacy and security, is not in keeping with the area.

Cottage owner ordered to remove high fence

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

(CHICAGO) Select Cut Steakhouse is closing after nearly 30 years in business. Located at 2808 N Halsted Street, the restaurant is known for its casual atmosphere with a traditional menu featuring steaks, ribs, seafood, and burgers.

End of an Era: This Lakeview Steakhouse is Closing After 30 Years

A blaze breaks out after a dung heap "self-combusted", Essex County Fire & Rescue Service says.

Horse dies after muck fire spreads to stables

Rome Hill's parents didn't even know he was blind in his right eye before the check-up.

Brain tumour found after boy, 4, visits opticians

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A staple restaurant on Glenwood South, Plates Kitchen, is closing its doors after more than a decade in business. The restaurant plans to have its final day of operation on July 28.

Restaurant in North Carolina Now Makes An Unexpected Closure after a decade

A 34-year-old man is raising funds for charity after suffering severe facial injuries when his dog attacked him during an epileptic seizure. In 2019, Ben Horne, from Yeovil, had a seizure in his sleep which caused his pet to panic and bite off his nose, as well as parts of his mouth and chin.

Man attacked by his dog during epileptic seizure

The hotel in Falkirk was a popular destination in its prime but had a number of structural issues as it decayed.

'Eyesore' hotel that lay empty for decades demolished

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Leisure centre's £17m revamp given green light

The facility is set to be kitted out with a new six-lane 25m pool and enlarged...

Leisure centre's £17m revamp given green light

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