Tragic Loss: Happy Valley Actor Frazer Hammill Dies by Suicide Tuesday, April 21, 2026 suicide mentalhealth actor happyvalley tragedy inquest lancashire doncaster bereavement theatre Frazer Hammill, a beloved actor known for his role in the acclaimed series Happy Valley, tragically took his own life just one day following a police arrest, an inquest revealed. On December 30, 2025, the 41-year-old was … Read More
Gloucester Wetherspoons Celebrates 70 Years of The Regal Cinema Wednesday, March 18, 2026 gloucester wetherspoons regal cinema history anniversary artdeco entertainment theatre architecture This week marks the 70th anniversary of Gloucester’s iconic Regal cinema, now a Wetherspoons pub, with a special celebration in its main auditorium. The event will take place from noon to 2 pm on Thursday, March 19, in King’s … Read More
BBC Countryfile Legend Michaela Strachan Reflects on 'Disappointing' Exit and Future Prospects Sunday, March 8, 2026 michaelastrachan countryfile bbc autumnwatch theatre career wildlife television presenter tour Veteran BBC presenter Michaela Strachan has spoken candidly about her “disappointing” departure from Countryfile and whether she would consider rejoining the iconic show. Now 59, Michaela is embarking on a UK tour titled Not … Read More
BBC’s Ben Fogle Shares How The Masked Singer Role Sparked Affair Fears with His Wife Saturday, February 28, 2026 benfogle countryfile themaskedsinger affair confession television theatre wild adventure family Ben Fogle, the well-known Countryfile presenter, recently disclosed the personal challenges he faced while participating in BBC’s The Masked Singer. Playing the mysterious character Sloth, Ben kept his role a secret for … Read More
Rachel Riley’s Husband Opens Up About Heartbreaking Decision to Leave Strictly Come Dancing Wednesday, December 24, 2025 pashakovalev rachelriley strictlycomedancing dance family relationships television ballet domesticabuse theatre Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Pasha Kovalev has shared the emotional toll of his decision to leave the iconic BBC show. Having joined the programme in 2011 and competing for eight series, Pasha’s journey was … Read More
Wise Men and Fluffy Sheep Shine in School Christmas Nativity Performances Wednesday, December 24, 2025 nativity christmas schools performances festive children tradition community celebration theatre This December, schools across the region have been bustling with festive cheer as students took part in their annual Christmas nativity performances. From wise men to fluffy sheep, the young cast members brought the timeless … Read More