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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: 51-60Bournemouth studio launches new dance school
Urban Shanti, a community-focused studio in Boscombe run by Carmen Prince, has launched Salsa Kizomba Bournemouth with beginner classes and a weekly social while also starting a weekday home education provision; the studio relies on community fundraising to cover about £6,000 every six months.
USA hockey star wins gold after Kelces gift
Laila Edwards assisted in Team USA's 2-1 overtime Olympic final win and celebrated with family who were able to travel to Milan after a GoFundMe that included a $10,000 contribution from Travis and Jason Kelce.
Rescue group in Las Vegas tries to catch a toucan that escaped its cage
A Las Vegas rescue group has been trying to capture Sam, a toucan that escaped from his cage in November and has been seen around the Los Prados neighborhood; rescuers report he now shows signs of poor condition and say they will take him to a veterinarian if he is caught.
Club's plea for crucial funds continues as thousands raised
Hereford Hockey Club is raising money to replace a 16-year-old pitch as part of a wider facilities project costing about £450,000; the fundraiser has passed £7,000 and the club needs to raise over £10,000 to unlock Sport England's pound-for-pound match funding.
Royal venue to host Open Iftar at Banqueting House for first time
Banqueting House in Whitehall will welcome hundreds from different backgrounds to break their fast for the first time in over 400 years as part of the Ramadan Tent Project’s Open Iftar 2026 programme, which brings people together across eight UK cities.
Heritage fund awards £2.5m to preserve four historic sites in Girvan
The National Lottery Heritage Fund is providing more than £2.5m to conserve four historic buildings in Girvan — the McKechnie Institute and Museum, Stumpy Jail, a former Dalrymple Street bank and the Stair Park Bandstand — as part of the community-led 'Girvan's Story' project.
Two local TV stars raise funds for Hampton Hill Theatre
Rob Brydon and Lee Mack will appear on Hampton Hill Theatre's Main Stage for a special fundraiser, chatting about their careers. Doors open at 6.45pm and the event starts at 7.30pm.
North coast Gaelic group relaunches with day of workshops in Melness
A reformed Taigh na Gàidhlig Mhealanais committee will host Furan, a day of Gaelic language, music and dance at Melness Community Centre on Sunday 22 February; language tasters are free while song and stepdance workshops cost £5.
New 77-apartment scheme for over-55s starts with ground-breaking ceremony
A ground‑breaking ceremony in South Wootton marked the start of construction by Housing 21 on a 77‑apartment extra care scheme for people aged 55 and over, with grant funding from Homes England and Norfolk County Council.
Gritter Driver of the Year crowned after 40 winters on UK roads
Gary Lawson, a Durham gritter driver, was named the first-ever Gritter Driver of the Year after 40 winters with Durham County Council; the award was presented at Econ Engineering's Grit and Glory Awards.