A north-west London council has started a new scheme to tackle fly-tipping, which has led to a 141% increase in fixed penalty notices (FPNs) issued in a month. As part of the initiative, Brent Council said it had employed more patrol teams, which can issue fines of up to £1,000.

Council cracks down on fly-tipping with fines and patrols

Proposals for a new Jewish college have been turned down due to concerns over its design and potential impact on neighbours. The application was for a four-storey college for 100 students, a home for the principal and bedroom space for up to 66 pupils in the Bensham area of Gateshead.

Plans for new Jewish college rejected

A Lincolnshire council is introducing a free community skip scheme in an attempt to reduce fly-tipping. Boston Borough Council will place skips in the town centre to allow people to dispose of bulky waste. One will be for household items with the other for furniture, in addition a separate collection...

Community skip scheme aims to reduce fly-tipping

The Independent

 Councils should be given five-year pots of funding by central government in new deals to build homes under Labour, the local government body has said. The Local Government Association, who represent 317 councils in England, are calling on the government to scrap the current system, which sees councils apply to various specific funds, and give regions more freedom to kick-start building projects. Analysis for the LGA, and shared with The Independent, estimates that new local housing deals could deliver almost 200,000 social homes over the next 30 years even if funding is not increased. The LGA want money provided...

Local housing deals could deliver 200,000 new social homes over the next 30 years, council body argues

Lancaster County, PA

Community Voices represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program but not yet verified their accounts. Community Voices are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

community_voice

NewsByJoshua

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

The new development of 18 purpose-built modular homes has opened in Newquay.

New homes open for recently homeless people

New York City, NY

Writers represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program and self-verified their accounts. Writers are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

writer

Cheryl E Preston

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

Clarke County, MS

Contributors represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program and self-verified their accounts. They have also demonstrated their experience writing hard news for other outlets. Contributors are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

contributor

Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

Three people have been arrested and two others are being sought for the ambush killing of Florida rapper Julio Foolio last month, officials said. The 26-year-old victim, whose legal name was Charles Jones, died on 23 June after his vehicle came under a barrage of gunfire in a car park of a hotel in Tampa.

Three arrested for murder of Florida rapper Julio Foolio

Drugs in the post and off-road bikes are among the problems plaguing a Teesside town, police have said. Cleveland Police said there was a rise in people ordering illegal substances from overseas and having them delivered in the post to Stockton. At a meeting with councillors, Ch Insp Dan Heron...

Drugs in post and off-road bikes plague town

A drug dealer who stabbed and killed a teenager for "selling on his patch" has been jailed for 13 years. Andy Wood, 16, suffered "uncontrollable bleeding" after he was knifed in the neck on 12 February last year. Elijah Clark had met with the rival drug dealer to buy cannabis...

Drug dealer jailed for killing 'rival' teenager

A Nottinghamshire man has been jailed after he smashed into his ex-partner's home and waited to attack her. Police said Lynden Brown, 42, was banned by a restraining order from approaching his victim when he went to her home in Clifton, Nottingham, on 23 December. He waited inside before he...

Man jailed after attacking partner in her home

Sunderland City Council wants to open four rooms as part of its planned homeless hub.

Overnight pods for homeless people planned

The parents of Conor Dowers say staff at a mental health trust failed to keep him safe.

Dancer who took his own life 'badly let down'

A woman who was seriously injured after being attacked while out walking her dog has died in hospital, police said. Anita Rose, 57, was found unconscious on a track in Brantham, Suffolk, on Wednesday. She died in Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge on Sunday morning. Police said a 45-year-old man from...

Woman dies after attack while walking dog

Plans to change how rubbish is collected in one Welsh county have run into protests from residents and opposition councillors. Three Rhondda Cynon Taf councillors have asked for the proposals to compel people to take black bags out of wheelie bins and leave them at the roadside to be examined again.

Call to scrap bin collection plan amid rat worries

Oakbank Secondary School had a turnover of 29 staff between September 2023 and May.

Concern over school's 'phenomenal' staff turnover

"The numbers follow an improving year-on-year trend," says Durham Wildlife Trust's warden.

Little tern fledglings hit record numbers

A man has been charged with attempted murder in connection with a stabbing that left a man with life-threatening injuries. The victim was taken to hospital after he suffered stab wounds while working in Doncaster city centre at 22:25 BST on Friday. Andrew Thompson, 33, of Kentmere Drive, Lakeside, in...

Man charged with attempted murder after stabbing

A woman is being treated for skin cancer after her 11-year-old daughter spotted a mole on her back as she stepped out of the shower. Natasha, of Leigh-on-Sea in Essex, was getting ready for her daughter Maisy's football game when the youngster pointed out the mole. The 43-year-old teaching assistant...

Mum's cancer diagnosis after daughter spots mole

NewsBreak

Enfield Council pays family after housing 'failure'

A disabled mum and her son will receive at least £2,300 after raising the issue with the...

Enfield Council pays family after housing 'failure'

Comments / 0