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Kelvedon Rotary president donates £1,000 to St Helena Hospice.
Ed Smith, outgoing president of the Rotary Club of Kelvedon & District, donated £1,000 to St Helena Hospice after visiting its Highwoods site in Colchester and learning about funding pressures facing the sector.
Charity shop find: man bought a £22 espresso machine and was surprised by its online price
A man says he paid £22 for a Calphalon espresso machine at a Goodwill charity shop and later found similar models listed online for several hundred pounds.
Chuckle Brothers legend to visit Bradford for charity challenge
Paul Elliott will visit Bradford next month as part of a UK-wide fundraising ride from John O'Groats to Land's End, aiming to raise £40,000 for Marie Curie's Great Daffodil Appeal.
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Showing: 161-170Eden Project Morecambe gets green light to break ground in 2026
Planning approval on 16 February clears the way for Eden Project Morecambe to begin construction in 2026, with community gardens due to open in early 2027.
Islamic community centre to occupy large office in city business park.
Cardiff Council has approved plans to convert Unit 5 at St Mellons Business Park into an Islamic Educational and Welfare Centre offering community, educational and welfare services; the exterior will remain unchanged and opening hours are listed as 7am–12am.
Inverclyde public sends clear message to fire chiefs over cost-saving plans
Almost three-quarters of Inverclyde respondents rejected both options in a Scottish Fire and Rescue Service consultation, and the SFRS has delayed a final decision until June.
Hexham singer Jonny Kearney chosen by Matty Healy at Sunday for Sammy
Jonny Kearney from Hexham was handpicked by Matty Healy to perform his song "The Ticketman" at the Sunday for Sammy benefit at the Utilita Arena, and the event featured appearances from Matty Healy, Tim Healy and a surprise set from Lewis Capaldi.
Silent disco at The Winchester Club planned to raise funds
A charity silent disco will be held at The Winchester Club in Highfield Lodge on Saturday 28 February; 110 tickets are available at £15 plus booking fee and proceeds will support the fundraiser.
Jarrow shop aims to bring affordable bargains back with public help
Linsey and Andrew Warner have launched a GoFundMe seeking £4,000 to open a second-hand shop at the Viking Centre in Jarrow that would offer low-cost goods and a welcoming community space.
Christmas lights display in Longthorpe raises over £6,000 for Sue Ryder
A Longthorpe Christmas lights display run by 63-year-old David raised more than £6,000 for Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice and featured 46 trees, a golden tunnel and new inflatables.
Derwent Hill: Former pupil donates safety boat for water activities
Sunderland-born Dr Paul Holland and his wife Jenny have funded a new safety and rescue boat for Derwent Hill and pledged a further £20,000 to help subsidise course fees for young people.
Community campaigner Abdul Hye honoured with British Citizen Award
Abdul Hye received the British Citizen Award Medal of Honour on 22 January at the Palace of Westminster for services to volunteering and charitable giving, recognising around 30 years of work on education, healthcare and poverty relief.
Knighton Community Centre to hold bingo night to raise funds
A cash bingo at Knighton Community Centre is scheduled for Friday, February 20 (doors 6.30pm, eyes down 7pm) with profits supporting the centre; a St David's Day celebration is planned for Sunday, March 1.