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Make a Difference Awards 2026 opens nominations for local heroes
The BBC has launched the 2026 Make a Difference Awards and opened nominations, with entries closing at 17:00 GMT on 31 March and winners to be announced at events in September.
CCR Energy partners host relaxed networking event at Wales Week London 2026.
CCR Energy is hosting a relaxed networking event with Troup Bywaters + Anders and Rees Worx on 24 February 2026 at Troup Bywaters + Anders LLP in London as part of Wales Week London 2026.
Church services in Bexhill and Battle for 1 March.
A listing of Sunday and weekday services across churches in Bexhill and Battle, noting times for St Peter's, St Michael's, St Augustine's and others on 1 March; several churches also list midweek masses, community groups and online broadcasts.
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Showing: 381-390Local hospice raises a record £17,502 in Treecycle campaign
Primrose Hospice's January Treecycle collected over 1,200 real Christmas trees and raised a record £17,502, supported by local businesses and volunteers.
Pembrokeshire pub The Evergreen Inn to mark its 150th anniversary
The Evergreen Inn in Tenby, believed to have opened in the mid-1860s, is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year; the pub remains a community hub hosting regular events and fundraising activities.
Dinner raises funds for North Yorkshire dancers' Disneyland trip.
A quiz night in Great Ayton raised £677 after Big D's BBQ donated catering free of charge, helping The Bradley School of Dance and Musical Theatre move closer to performing at Disneyland Paris.
Ripon: a 'beautiful' location packed with independent shops and history
Ripon, just outside the Yorkshire Dales National Park, is noted for its 7th-century cathedral, walkable historic centre and a strong presence of independent shops and regular markets.
Canal restoration group adopts Earlestown station to restore its appearance
The Sankey Canal Restoration Society has adopted Earlestown station under Northern Railway's Community Station Adoption scheme and will deliver biodiversity, heritage and community activities at the site later this year.
Scottish funding backs kilt runners and pipe bands overseas.
Eighteen projects across six continents received grants from the Scottish Connections Fund to support Scottish culture, heritage, education and business links abroad; the round attracted 79 applications seeking a share of around £77,000.
Local stroke survivors group awarded certificate of recognition
A Hubberston and Hakin stroke survivors group that began in 2021 has been awarded a Certificate of Recognition by the Stroke Association; the group supports about 32 survivors and their families with recovery-focused activities.
Derby community centre to reopen after £332,000 investment
The King George V Community Centre in Littleover will reopen on Sunday 8 February after a £332,000 refurbishment funded by the Community Ownership Fund, Derby City Council, Sport England and the National Lottery.
Andover College students to climb the O2 to raise money for Andover Memory Choir
Five students from Andover College will climb the O2 in London on March 13 to raise money for the Andover Memory Choir, which supports people living with dementia.
Town centre housing scheme in Worthing is set to begin construction
Roffey Homes has completed the first stage of buying the Union Place site and construction of the 216-home Union Gardens development is due to start within weeks.