Woman born with foetal alcohol syndrome credits horses with saving her life and finding her work
A woman with a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition has told how spending time with horses has built her confidence and helped her to find.
Health & Wellbeing
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West Midlands
Health & Wellbeing
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West Midlands
Three quarters of West Midlands men ignore serious symptoms in favour of loved ones, new research reveals
Benenden Health warns men are deprioritising their own health – with many needing a “wake-up call” before taking action. Almost three quarters (72%).
Coventry
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New Coventry care home opens to support adults with complex needs
Birch View provides nurse-led care for adults living with mental health conditions, dementia and neuro-disabilities A leading provider of nursing care for adults.
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The Shropshire charity tackling loneliness and isolation across the UK through phone calls and letters
A charity in Shrewsbury is on a mission to reduce social isolation and loneliness as latest Office for National Statistics data shows one.
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Stoke
Burton-on-Trent education charity named finalist in national awards
Eagle’s Nest Project provides trauma-informed alternative education for young people facing adversity A Burton-on-Trent charity that supports disengaged young people through trauma-informed alternative.
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Sport
Severn Trent brings grassroots football celebration to Birmingham Bullring with £80,000 kit giveaway
Hundreds of young fans met professional players as applications open for this season’s Kits for Kids grants Hundreds of young football fans tested.
Business News
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Warwick
South Warwickshire pet care founder named Great British Entrepreneur Awards finalist
Gemma & Jodi’s Pet Services is one of the region’s leading pet care businesses Gemma Cardwell, founder of Gemma & Jodi’s Pet Services.
Environment
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Solihull
Solihull receives 90 requests for better EV charging since 2024
New Freedom of Information data highlights growing local demand for electric vehicle infra as the 2030 petrol and diesel ban approaches Solihull Council.
Events
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RDA launches UK-wide ‘summer of inclusion’ campaign with outdoor cinema event at Hartpury House
Charity launches fundraising appeal to ensure no disabled child is left in the shade this summer The Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA).
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CrossCountry opens £100,000 community and biodiversity funding for 2026
Rail operator invites applications from organisations across its network until July 17 Long-distance train operator CrossCountry has opened its annual Customer and Communities.