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Sara Cox, presenter of BBC Radio 2's Teatime Show, is undertaking a monumental challenge to raise funds for Children In Need. The epic journey, which she has dubbed the Great Northern Marathon Challenge, will see her cover 135 miles on foot across four counties in five days, starting
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For five consecutive years, Lisa and Paul Spann have been dazzling residents with their spectacular Halloween light show in Westhoughton. This year's display, which features a 35-minute show featuring Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' and a new K-pop anthem, will raise money for Fledglings, a non-profit
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Edit, a boutique store on Harrogate Road in Chapel Allerton, has marked its one-year anniversary by announcing it has raised over £116,000 for Marie Curie. The store offers pre-owned clothes, shoes, and accessories from premium brands at a fraction of the original retail price, promoting sustainable fashion and supporting
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The Skipton Building Society in Fishergate, Lancashire, recently ran a token exchange scheme where members nominated their favorite local causes. The most popular charities were each given a token box, and the charity with the most tokens received a donation of £1,000. The second and third placed charities received
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Grado, a popular Scottish comedian and television presenter, is preparing to take on the challenge of a lifetime as he joins Ascent Aviation in Paisley for WorldFlight 2025, a week-long global flight simulator challenge raising funds for the Beatson Cancer Charity. The event, which has raised around $1 million for
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Aakash Educational Services, a leading player in the Indian coaching center market, has taken a crucial step towards conducting a rights issue. The company's shareholders have approved a proposal to increase its authorized share capital, a step that will enable the company to raise funds to support its
Cancer
Across Worcestershire, people are being called upon to engage in a daily fitness challenge to support cancer research, as part of Stand Up To Cancer's initiative. The campaign, run in partnership with Cancer Research UK and Channel 4, encourages individuals to commit to 30 minutes of exercise each
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As Alan prepares to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime trek to Cambodia's majestic Angkor Wat temple complex, he reflects on a remarkable year that has been filled with love, health challenges, and a renewed sense of purpose. This 70-year-old grandfather, who celebrated his 70th birthday just weeks after marrying
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A special evening was held at Liverpool's Epstein Theatre to raise funds for the Fighting to be Heard charity, which supports those living with secondary breast cancer. The event, hosted by radio presenter Leanne Campbell, featured music, reflection, and the launch of a new book sharing the stories
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Mollie Cowell-Walker, a local performer and burlesque instructor, is set to dazzle the festive season with her Christmas show in Fleetwood. As the Burlesque Chair Dance Semi-Final Winner of the North, Cowell-Walker aims to empower women through dance fitness, promoting body confidence and self-love. The Fleetwood Christmas Burlesque Show promises
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The 27th annual Angel Ball GALA was held on Monday, October 27th at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City, bringing together a star-studded crowd to raise money for cancer research. This year's event honored outstanding individuals who have made significant humanitarian and philanthropic contributions to cancer research,
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Jethro Offemaria's year-long running challenge has finally come to an end, with the completion of the Great South Run in aid of the National Autistic Society. Supported by friends, athletes, and coaches from various running clubs, including St Albans Striders, Jethro's determination has raised funds for
