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Fermanagh workers to run Belfast Marathon for Cancer Focus centre
Fifteen employees from Killadeas-based Deane Public Works will run the 26.2-mile Belfast Marathon on May 3 to raise funds for the new Cancer Focus centre in Enniskillen, and Cancer Focus NI says ongoing funding is required to sustain the service.
University of Lancashire marks 10 years of training medical doctors.
The University of Lancashire's MBBS programme has produced 516 graduates over 10 years and trains students across its Preston, Burnley and Westlakes campuses.
Ryde Fire Station to open doors for community open day in April
Ryde Fire Station will host a community open day on Saturday 4 April from 10:00 to 16:00 with live demonstrations, activities for all ages and visits from other emergency services.
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Showing: 121-130Four fire stations will host charity car washes at the same time
Four fire stations in Wales and England will each hold a charity car wash on 17 February, running 9.30am–2pm, to raise funds for The Fire Fighters Charity and 2wish.
Heritage Day in Selkirk invites visitors to explore local history
Hundreds attended the 42nd annual Heritage Day at the Selkirk Centennial Community Centre where children tried antique machines and adults visited displays from regional heritage groups.
Scarborough Athletic FC granted £150,000 loan by North Yorkshire Council
North Yorkshire Council unanimously approved a loan of up to £150,000 to Scarborough Athletic FC to help its cash flow while the club's pitch is being refurbished; the team has been playing home matches at Bridlington during the work.
Student volunteers join community litter pick in Chester.
University of Chester students took part in a 'Give it a Go' litter pick in the Garden Quarter, collecting several bags of rubbish and organised by the university's Volunteering Team.
Sweden offering Brits the chance to adopt an island
Visit Sweden and the National Property Board are inviting UK travellers to apply to adopt one of five selected Swedish islands for a year; applications run from February 17 to April 17, 2026.
Weston-super-Mare Pride to return in 2026
Weston-super-Mare Pride will take place on Saturday 27 June 2026 at Grove Park, returning after a pause since 2023. A new volunteer team has launched a Crowdfunder to raise £2,500 to help cover accessibility, stewarding and other essential costs.
Love Your Town events return to Immingham, Grimsby and Cleethorpes
The Love Your Town series began in Immingham with family activities, creative workshops and markets; Love Grimsby is scheduled for March 21 and Love Cleethorpes for March 28, with the programme funded by the UK Government's Shared Prosperity Fund.
Telford teens put sustainable fashion in the spotlight with charity catwalk
Young people from Telford organised a charity catwalk of customised second‑hand clothes at Randlay Community Centre, supported by CALM, a free weekly programme run by Co‑op and Barnardo's.
Mayor of Kendal highlights February volunteers of the month.
Kendal Town Mayor Councillor Richard Sutton has named three volunteers as his February picks, including Sarah Gaskarth of Memory Wheelchairs and volunteers Eddie Harrison and Ann Robinson of With Singing in Mind.
Rotary clubs back Maggie's cancer support at James Cook Hospital.
Middlesbrough Erimus and Stokesley Rotary presented a £550 donation to Maggie's while announcing the charity is now fully operational at James Cook University Hospital and serving the wider Teesside area.