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BBC News
22 minutes ago
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Covid memorial bell in Loughborough to ring for the first time
A bell created as a memorial to people who died in the Covid-19 pandemic will ring for the first time next Hope Bell has been installed in Queen's Park, in Loughborough, as a tribute to those who lost their lives and as a thank you to NHS staff and key of the public have been invited to attend its official unveiling at a ceremony at 10:30 BST on 4 bell was cast at John Taylor and Co - the UK's last major bell foundry, which is based in the town. The bell, part of a 7.5m (24.6ft) tall structure, features four smaller bells supported by four steel pillars to symbolise people coming together to embrace. The £560,000 memorial was commissioned by Charnwood Borough Council and paid for with money from the Loughborough Town Deal, which secured £16.9m from the government's Towns Fund to go towards 11 was installed in Tillotson, the council's lead member for housing, economic development, regeneration and town centres, said: "The Hope Bell will serve as a place of reflection in Charnwood for decades to come, and the official unveiling will be a historic moment."It is important to share this with representatives from organisations across the borough who played such a key role in the community during the pandemic, as well as residents that were directly affected."
Times
27 minutes ago
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- Times
In pictures: Jeff Bezos marries Lauren Sánchez
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Scottish Sun
28 minutes ago
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B&Q slashes price of £15 water ornament that matches ‘virtually any decor' & turns your garden into a trickling oasis
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GARDEN lovers can turn their outdoor space into a relaxing oasis with a B&Q buy that has been slashed in price. With temperatures reaching 28C today, Brits across the nation will be spending their Friday afternoons lounging around in the garden. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 B&Q has the perfect fountain to turn your garden into an oasis 2 The water feature will immediately make you feel at peace Credit: supplied And what better to enjoy the sun than treating yourself to a brand new water feature, that will instantly elevate your outdoor space. B&Q Tabletop Fountain B&Q's Grey LED Lighted Electricity Garden Fountain Resin Water Feature with Recirculating Pump has been slashed to £15.50, saving shoppers £1 on the original price of £16.50. The chic grey design matches "virtually any decor" so will look perfect in any style of garden, and is made of quality resin that is lightweight and durable. The tabletop fountain would look great placed on top of a garden wall, or outdoor table and the relaxing calmness of the trickling water will make you feel instantly at peace. The water feature also emits warm LED light, to add to the calming effect of the product. It's also super easy to use, as all you need to do is plug it into an outdoor outlet, and fill the lower level with water. B&Q said: "Relax and enjoy the sounds of nature with the fountain by Livingandhome! "This relaxing tabletop fountain lets you listen to the sounds of a waterfall crashing down onto the tiers below as the sound and sight of trickling water is naturally soothing and water fountains help induce a feeling of calm and relaxation." However, the product is not available in stores, so you will have to head to the B&Q website to snap up the bargain. More Bargain Water Features Wilko is also selling a stunning ornament that will instantly transform your garden into a serene haven. 'It's spacious enough for two adults' - The Range release double garden rocking chair less than €120 The Small Solar Floating Fountain floats on top of your garden pond or pool, creating a sense of calm and tranquility. It has three tiers, which create a peaceful cascade, and is solar powered, so there's no need to faff about with plugging it in. The fountain simply charges up in the sunlight making it an eco-friendly addition to your garden. Home Bargains is also selling a bargain water feature for just £9.99. Garden features that add the most value to a house A well-kept garden can add anywhere between 5-20% to the value of a property. carried out a study and consulted 36 estate agents, garden designers and property professionals from across the UK. And the experts revealed the garden feature which adds the most value to a property is a shed. Shed - 82% Patio or paving - 76% Secure fencing, walls or gates - 72% Outdoor lighting - 66% Sturdy decking - 62% Water features eg. fountain or pond - 58% Modern garden furniture - 54% Artificial lawn/grass - 40% "Turn your garden into a birdwatcher's dream with the Jardin Garden Bird Bath! Made from lightweight, weather-proof plastic with a sleek metallic finish, it's a stylish spot for birds to drink and bathe," the product description reads. "The Jardin Garden Bird Bath is the perfect addition to your outdoor space, designed to attract wild birds while adding a touch of style. "Its lightweight yet durable, weather-proof plastic construction ensures it lasts through all seasons, while the elegant metallic effect finish enhances your garden's charm." Home Bargains shoppers can now also get their hands on the Jardin Solar Floating Fountain for just £4.99. The bargain garden find is ideal to transform your pond or water feature on the cheap.
Telegraph
28 minutes ago
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- Telegraph
Large fire on cargo ship as ‘smoke spreads to city centre'
In a post on Facebook, the service said: 'Our firefighters are currently tackling a fire on a bulk cargo vessel at Albert Dock (Northside), Hull. 'Residents and businesses nearby, please keep windows and doors closed.' A later update confirmed that the smoke was 'drifting into Hull city centre', and said a number of roads in the area had been closed. The cause of the fire is not yet known. The Humberside Fire & Rescue Service has been contacted for comment.
TTG
29 minutes ago
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- TTG
Ambassador Cruise Line unveils ‘Better By Half' booking offers
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