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BBC News
28 minutes ago
- Business
- BBC News
New Telford micro-bakery after too much sourdough made for wife
A couple who accidentally baked more sourdough than they could eat, then reached out on social media for savoury snackers to help scoff the excess, have since set up a micro-bakery, such was the From Our Oven venture began after Mark Evans made too much bread for wife Jenna at home in months later and artisan cakes and breads are made in their kitchen for customers, with the goods handed over in pop-up locations - including a pub car one such site one weekend, they sold out of products in 22 minutes, the couple stated. Mrs Evans recalled of the project's origins: "[There was] far too much [bread] for us to eat, so we've got like a little community page in Doseley where we sort of asked everyone 'does anyone want some? We've got far too much'."As you can imagine, lots and lots of people did... Then they started saying 'do you do anything else'?"Actually we've always baked, [and] then we started getting asked for sweet stuff."Mrs Evans said they fostered alongside baking "and we're really passionate about good quality, home-cooked food [where]... you know what's in it". The goods are sold every week at either the car park of The Travellers Joy pub in Horsehay or Green Fields Farm Shop in Evans said she "just on the off chance" went up to the pub and asked "'can we use the car park?' because we don't really want people keep coming to our house".She explained: "[The pub] had some brownies and cookies off us to sell to... customers on a weekend and that's where it all started really and then a few shops got in touch... and wanted to have some brownies and cookies."She added that items on sale were not "gimmicky" or "full of lots of processed things"."It's just food you want to eat and I think that's what people want."They want food that they just... know where it's come from."Mr Evans said: "We want to have a small bakery where we know the customers and we know the people and once we sell out, we sell out. We don't want to be mass producing 100 loaves of bread a day." Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
BBC News
28 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Working with stars like Brad Pitt 'a privilege' says film extra
A local film extra has described his delight at starring in a major Hollywood production alongside Brad Pegler, from Winterbourne Bassett near Swindon, appears in F1 the Movie as a race scrutineer and as a pit production, which was partially filmed at Silverstone during the 2023 Grand Prix weekend, sees Brad Pitt as an ageing racing driver looking to recreate former glories, having been forced into retirement years Pegler said that it was a privilege to appear alongside the stars in such a large production. "I stood next to Javier Bardem for one scene, and near Mr Pitt. I did say hello to him on a couple of occasions."(I was) fairly close to everything and everybody. "I think with people like Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise and the like, they've got a presence, and that was evident. And he's still a good looking boy at 60 something", he Pegler also described how the production was filmed in the midst of a busy race weekend."It's as everything's going on. Through race weekend, they're fitting all the scenes in around what's going on." In contrast to other films and TV shows he has been involved in, he said that the amount of money spent on the film was "crazy"."There were 60 background extras. We were on a reasonable whack for the film, and just that budget alone for the background is huge. "You can't possibly imagine the figures for the whole production."Mr Pegler says that he will watch the film, which has already been released in the UK, with a couple of friends at the cinema in Marlborough.
BBC News
28 minutes ago
- BBC News
Builder refuses to pay £500 fly-tipping penalty
A builder has accused a private enforcement firm of bullying him to pay £500 after he left building materials on a grass Brown was working on a house in Bye Pass Road in Chilwell, Nottinghamshire, where he was issued with a fixed penalty notice (FPN) for a specialist solicitor has told the BBC that the FPN was incorrectly issued, as the building materials had not been discarded and were therefore not was issued by Waste Investigations Support and Enforcement (WISE) - a firm that works with more than 40 local authorities across England, including in Broxtowe where Mr Brown was working. WISE has not responded to a request for comment. WISE says it issues people with FPNs for offences such as littering, dog fouling and fly-posting, and it claims to have "an impressive 79% payment rate".Mr Brown said the FPN was "utterly ridiculous" and he would rather be taken to court than pay it."It's just bullying tactics," said Mr Brown. "It was as though he was waiting to pounce... he just didn't seem to have any feelings."It was really upsetting. My wife was really upset - we can't afford to pay this."Mr Brown said other people shared similar experiences when his wife posted about it on Facebook."I think these companies are out to make a quick buck and upset people," he said. Why was the FPN issued? Mr Brown was issued with the FPN on Tuesday 24 said he left two bags of sand on a grass verge just outside the boundary of the property he was working on, because the driveway was full with two cars and a Brown said he was working inside the property when an officer knocked on the window and asked him to go outside."I went out and he wanted my name and address," said Mr Brown."I was a bit reluctant to give it him but he said 'you could be in a lot of trouble'."Although the officer was working for WISE, Mr Brown said he was wearing a top that said "Broxtowe Borough Council".Mr Brown said the officer pointed to the two bags of sand and accused him of fly-tipping."I said to him, 'OK mate, I'm sorry if there's been a misunderstanding, I'll remove it now'," said Mr Brown. "But he said 'no it's too late'."The officer then issued a printed FPN asking him to pay £500 as an "alternative to prosecution". Is the £500 penalty enforceable? The FPN was issued under section 33 of the Environmental Protection Act claims Mr Brown committed an offence of Michael Orlik, an independent solicitor who specialises in highways, told the BBC that the FPN had been issued incorrectly."It has been issued because the builder is alleged to have deposited waste unlawfully, contrary to the Environmental Protection Act, but under section 75, waste means any substance or object which the holder discards," said Mr Orlik."Clearly the builder has not discarded these bags, so it's not waste."Mr Orlik said Mr Brown should appeal against the FPN."They should cancel it having found out their mistake," said Mr Mr Brown does not pay, he could be prosecuted and taken to court, where his case would be heard before a district judge, or two or three lay magistrates."That's where he would say 'I'm not going to pay it, I'm not liable to pay it, you've got to prove beyond reasonable doubt that this is an offence, and that I discarded it, but I haven't discarded it, I'm using it'," said Mr Orlik."No solicitor can ever forecast a judge, but I think it's most unlikely there would be a conviction, and the charge would be dismissed."Mr Orlik said leaving building materials on a grass verge could be an offence under the Highways Act 1980, but only the highway authority could enforce would be Nottinghamshire County Council, rather than Broxtowe Borough Council."A highway inspector could arrive on the site under section 149 of the Highways Act 1980 and say to the builder, 'please remove this, it's a nuisance'," said Mr Orlik."It's hardly a nuisance, because the photograph shows that there's a carriageway, a footway, and a verge, and people are unlikely to walk on the verge so it's not a nuisance." What has the council said? Broxtowe Borough Council has been using WISE officers to enforce fly-tipping and littering laws since April, as part of a 12-month trial a statement, the council said: "The council uses a third party contractor, WISE, for enforcement on fly-tipping and littering in the borough and are therefore unable to comment on individual cases."However, residents are able to appeal a fixed penalty notice by contacting broxtowe@ or call 0333 577 2949."The BBC asked the council for details about its financial arrangement with WISE, including how money from the FPNs is split, but the council has not responded to a press release issued in May, the council said income from FPNs "can only be allocated towards measures that mitigate fly-tipping incidents or support actions that will help to prevent further issues".Broxtowe borough councillor Tyler Marsh, ward councillor for where the FPN was issued, said he had spoken to Mr Brown and would monitor what happened."I have spoken with Frank and the relevant council officer and will be monitoring the progress of the appeal, as well as scrutinising the contract and current operations of WISE in Broxtowe," he said."WISE's contract with the council is currently in its trial period. As councillors, we will factor reports like this into our review process and determine whether this approach is working for residents."
South Wales Guardian
28 minutes ago
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Ammanford Cricket Club defeat Swansea at St Helen's
The match took place on June 28, 2025, with Ammanford batting first. They made a formidable start, with an opening partnership of 125 runs between Tom Bevan and Gruffudd Owen, who contributed 46 runs. Bevan was the standout performer, scoring a well-crafted 92 runs off 90 balls, including 11 fours and four sixes. Following his dismissal, Owain Baxter and Dylan Driscoll added to the total with scores of 50 and 42, respectively. Ammanford finished their innings at 269 for eight after 50 overs, a total that could have been even higher given their strong start. Swansea's Mohammed Aazim was the pick of the bowlers, claiming three wickets for 42 runs. Due to rain, Swansea's target was revised to 187 runs from 26 overs. Despite valiant efforts from Mohammad Junaid, who scored 35, Tim Moses with 25 not out, and Jack Cropper contributing 22, the away side struggled to keep pace. The match was dominated by Josef Davies, whose exceptional bowling earned him five wickets for just 17 runs. This victory sees Ammanford sitting mid-table as they complete the first half of the league programme. Next week, they will look to avenge their earlier defeat against Ynystawe, who currently sit just below them in the standings. A win at Maes Yr Afon would significantly boost their season's prospects. Ammanford seconds achieved a 10-wicket victory over Maesteg at home. Despite a solid start from the visitors, who posted 154 all out, Ammanford's openers, Alun Evans and Benji Thomas, comfortably chased down the revised target of 143 runs with five overs to spare.
Courier-Mail
29 minutes ago
- Sport
- Courier-Mail
AFL 2025: Alastair Clarkson on concussed young gun George Wardlaw
Don't miss out on the headlines from AFL. Followed categories will be added to My News. North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says he won't take 'take the beast out' of hard-nosed midfielder George Wardlaw despite yet another concussion setback. Wardlaw sustained a third concussion in 12 months during the Kangaroos' disappointing loss to Hawthorn on Saturday. He will enter the concussion protocols but could sit on the sidelines for longer as North Melbourne prioritises the health of its young star. Wardlaw was seemingly in good health at training on Tuesday, completing some running away from the main group. Clarkson says every footballer runs the risk of injury and has no intention of changing the way Wardlaw attacks the contest. 'He's been asked this question plenty of times, what do you change with him? He's habitual, it's the way he plays his footy,' he said. 'You just hope over time he gathers a bit more awareness, a little bit more luck, a bit stronger in his body, perhaps. 'I try to take the beast out of the way that he plays and you won't have the same George Wardlaw. 'That's the risk we all have when we play the game, hope he gets a good run of luck.' George Wardlaw was concussed early in the match against Hawthorn. Picture: James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images Wardlaw was not the only Roo away from the main group on Tuesday, with Luke Parker absent from the track. Clarkson says the short turnaround between the Hawks and Western Bulldogs this Thursday is forcing the Roos to limit the training of a few sore bodies. North Melbourne trains again on Wednesday and will put several players through a fitness test ahead of selection. 'We've got a whole heap of guys because it's such a short break, we trained today and most of those guys were able to do something,' Clarkson said. 'It's just getting them moving a bit, we'll train tomorrow and then select our side tomorrow night. '(Parker) is one of those guys that we need to test tomorrow, some of them didn't come out on the track at all today or they did very, very light duties on the side. 'They'll present tomorrow with another 24 hours of recovery (and) see how we go. We'll have a couple of certainties out … George and Jack Darling. 'We'll test a couple others tomorrow, see how they pull up and if they're no good we'll just go in with fresh guys.' Originally published as AFL 2025: North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson on concussed young gun George Wardlaw
