Solar panel project outside Taber repurposes orphan well sites
A project by RenuWell Energy Solutions in partnership with the MD of Taber, Alta., has repurposed land destroyed by abandoned oil wells, covering it with solar panels. Get breaking National…
RV dwellers in northeast Calgary issued 1-month permit but may soon be forced to move
A group of people living in motorhomes along a street in a northeast Calgary industrial park are still living in limbo as a back and forth with the city continues.…
Family-owned NI hardware store to close after 111 years in business
A family-owned hardware store in Derry is to close at the end of November after 111 years in business. McLaughlin’s Hardware, described as an “iconic Derry institution”, was first established…
‘Challenging’ to pass Occupied Territories Bill before Irish election
Ireland’s deputy premier has said it will be “challenging” to pass a Bill banning imports from Israeli-occupied Palestinian land before the general election. Tanaiste Micheal Martin said that although an…
Starmer ‘shares public’s anger’ as prisoners pictured leaving prison early
The Prime Minister “shares the public’s anger” at images of prisoners being released early, including one who said “big up Keir Starmer”. Around 1,100 inmates are due to be freed…
Driver fighting for life after car leaves road and smashes into building in Lawrence Weston
A driver has been rushed to hospital with serious injuries after a crash in Bristol this morning, Tuesday, October 22. Police were called to the scene of a single-vehicle crash…
Head and neck cancer cases rising in England, report warns
Smoking and drinking have contributed to a rise in head and neck cancers in England, according to experts. Researchers also highlighted “stark inequalities” and “an apparent north/south divide” in cases…
Cuts to vital social care support criticised as firm warns of fatal consequences
Upcoming cuts to social care support have been criticised as one firm boss warned of potentially fatal consequences. Bristol City Council will cut a fifth of the budget for preventative…
Detectorist hails ‘lottery’ payout five years after finding ancient coins
A metal detectorist who found £4.3 million worth of ancient coins has spoken of his frustration that it took five years to receive a penny. Adam Staples, 48, discovered 2,584…
Police boss backed release of Chris Kaba’s gang links to reduce chance of unrest
A senior police officer backed the public release of details of Chris Kaba’s gang links on the grounds it would reduce the chance of disorder breaking out. Metropolitan Police Deputy…