Sport
By Community Correspondent Sheffield has strengthened its reputation as a leader in grassroots sport after rolling out the UK’s largest network of outdoor pickleball courts across its parks. The fast-growing game, which blends tennis, badminton and table tennis, is now easier than ever to access thanks to a
Health
By Science Correspondent A University of Nottingham scientist has secured European funding to develop technology that could spot early brain changes linked to Alzheimer’s disease, potentially allowing treatment to begin before significant damage occurs. Professor Stamatios Sotiropoulos, from the university’s School of Medicine, has been awarded a 2026
People
By Health Correspondent The advice of a Leicester teenager who spent months in hospital is helping to train the next generation of NHS doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals. Lexi Johnson, who was born with a rare immune deficiency, wrote what has become known as Lexi’s Letter after spending long
Animals
By Animals Correspondent A three-week-old Asian elephant calf at Whipsnade Zoo has been keeping his cool in the recent heatwave — with a little help from mum, the herd, and plenty of dust. As temperatures soared, the tiny newcomer was spotted learning one of the oldest tricks in the
News
By Community Correspondent Exeter is set for cleaner streets after winning new funding aimed at tackling chewing gum litter across the city centre. Exeter City Council has been awarded £30,657 through the national Chewing Gum Task Force scheme, which supports councils in cleaning up pavements and encouraging better public
Sport
By Sports Correspondent England manager Thomas Tuchel has praised his players after the Three Lions battled past Mexico to reach the World Cup quarter-finals. England beat the tournament co-hosts 3-2 after playing much of the second half with 10 men following Jarell Quansah's red card.
News
By Science Correspondent Time Team is heading back to one of Britain's most important archaeological sites after a mysterious underground feature was discovered beneath the Ness of Brodgar in Orkney. The new excavation follows the discovery of a large circular anomaly during ground-penetrating radar surveys carried out
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By Isabella, 14, Good News Room at PCSA On 20 June, students, staff and members of the local community came together at Priory Community School to celebrate its 50th birthday. With bouncy castles, market stalls, food stands and cheerleading performances, the school was full of life and celebration. People from
Charities
By Charities Correspondent A convoy of 68 traditional London black cabs will take to the capital's streets next week as volunteer taxi drivers give dozens of children a day out at Hertfordshire Zoo. The annual outing, organised by the London Taxi Drivers' Charity for Children, will take
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By School's Correspondent A special school in Maidstone has been recognised among the world's most innovative after being shortlisted for a prestigious international education award. Five Acre Wood School has been named in the Top 10 for the 2026 World's Best School Prize for
By Community Correspondent Salvation Army volunteers were among those supporting emergency services after the train collision near Bedford last month. The charity was called out by British Transport Police at 6.50pm on Friday, 19 June, and deployed its Emergency Response Vehicle to the scene. Volunteers from Bedford and Kettering
By Evan (14) and Isabeau (14) Good News Room at TKASA The King Alfred School Academy is gearing up for another show-stopping performance as students take to the stage with their production of Anything Goes, the iconic Cole Porter musical set aboard the S.S. American. Packed with romance,
By Conservation Correspondent A giant snake mosaic celebrating one of Britain's pioneering reptile experts has been unveiled at London Zoo as part of the Zoological Society of London's 200th anniversary celebrations. The 53ft artwork, designed by British artist Linder, honours zoologist Joan Beauchamp Procter, who became
By Charities Correspondent Liverpool FC has added an unusual trophy to its collection after winning the 2026 Hedgehog Cup, a national competition recognising football clubs for helping Britain's declining hedgehog population. The Premier League club beat League One side Northampton Town 39-36 in the final after judges
By Business Correspondent A British chocolatier has launched a new drink made using parts of the cacao fruit that are normally thrown away, in an effort to cut food waste in the chocolate industry. Flo Broughton, founder of chocolate brand Choc on Choc, has created TRASH®, a drink made from
By Community Correspondent Paralympic legend Hannah Cockroft CBE is among five inspiring figures set to receive honorary doctorates from Leeds Beckett University this summer. The university will celebrate achievements in sport, broadcasting, healthcare, law and public service during its graduation ceremonies at Leeds' First Direct Arena from 13 to
By Ellise Hollie Hayward, Disabilities Correspondent I had the absolute pleasure of delivering a whole-school assembly at Manor Court Primary School, and it was such a rewarding experience. It was great to meet so many enthusiastic pupils, who listened so well and asked some brilliant questions. Their curiosity, confidence
By Charities Correspondent England Women's cricketers Dani Gibson, Lauren Filer, Alice Capsey and Tilly Corteen-Coleman visited Battersea's London centre during a break from their ICC Women's T20 World Cup campaign this week. Ahead of Thursday's semi-final against South Africa, the
By Sixth Form reporters at the Good News Room, Ackworth School This half term, Year 6 and some of Year 5 have been working hard on the Snow White production. Written and directed by Ackworth School’s extremely talented Beth Jordan and Katie Flatters, perseverance and practice have been present
By Community Correspondent A London Ambulance Service paramedic was given an emotional send-off as he retired after almost 40 years – joined by the woman whose life he saved seven years ago. Andy Goldfinch finished his final shift at Hillingdon Ambulance Station on Monday after 39 years on the frontline.
By Kamila R, Good News Room at Ackworth School This time of year is always marked by the sadness of seeing the Upper Sixth students graduate. They have all been great company and a source of support to so many students, so it is only natural to feel downcast as
