Blog: Local-community

If you find Mother’s Day difficult, here are some tips to help you get through it.

In this short read, we look at three women who are truly inspirational.

In this quick read, we explore the latest trends and look at some cheaper ways to update your kitchen.

You’ve no doubt heard of food banks, but do you know what a baby bank is? Read on to learn how baby banks work and if you could start your own. For many expectant parents, the prospect of welcoming a new life...

Welcome to the anti-Valentine’s guide. Where heart-shaped balloons, kiss-covered cards and calorie-laden chocolate boxes are banned.

Helping your child understand basic maths concepts doesn’t have to be a chore or a bore. Follow these four tips to discover how it can be child’s play.  Maths is like Marmite: some people love it, while...

In this quick read, we look at other ways you could earn cash from your crib.

If you’re feeling sluggish after a few weeks back at work post-Christmas, here are some tips to boost your productivity and give you more of that most precious commodity – time.

The third Monday of January has been dubbed the saddest day of the year. Welcome to Blue Monday. In this quick read, we look at ways to boost your mood and bat away those January blues (and yes, some do involve...

In this quick read, we look at the importance of dog walks and how to make them more fun.

Here are six of the best festive flicks to feast your eyes on over the holiday period.

If you’re watching your pennies this Christmas, here are some festive decorating ideas that are simple, effective and plastic-free.

In this quick read, we’ve pulled some cracking craft ideas out of our Santa hats to get you and your loved ones in the mood for a cosy and cost-effective Christmas.

How to make your money go further - we've created a free guide that shares some tips and advice we've researched.

Can’t stand football? Wouldn’t dream of tuning into this year’s World Cup in Qatar? Here’s a list of four things you can do instead. If you’d rather watch paint dry than the World Cup, especially with...

How to Spread Love Not Hate on Social Media - In this quick read, we look at a few ways you can play your part.

Here’s our quick guide on keeping your pooches and other pets safe and sound during the festivities.

With winter around the corner, there’s still time to make changes at home to minimise your energy usage and save on your bills.

Once you’ve read these five facts, you won’t feel quite so guilty about indulging in chocolate again. A two-minute read.

How to Clean Your Home (and Save Money) the Natural Way

In this quick read, we’ve pulled together some storage hacks to help tidy that clutter and maximise your space. It’s not rocket science, but it might give you a few ideas.

They say the best things in life are free, so here’s a quick and easy way to brighten someone’s day that won’t cost you a penny – but will make you feel good.

Growing your own veg might sound like a lot of work, but it’s actually a great way to save money and enjoy a healthier diet. And as this month is Organic September, there’s no better time to dig out that...

In this quick read, we look at ways you can support your children, family members or friends with their mental wellbeing.

In this quick read, we say bye-bye to Wordle and look at some of the alternatives you should be playing.

We share ways to promote good literacy skills among children and teenagers.

It’s International Dog Day next Friday – a chance to celebrate our cute, cuddly, devoted and dribbly four-legged friends.

We all know that kids these days spend more time indoors (often on screens) and less time running around outside. If you’re a parent or carer frustrated by this trend, read on to learn how some parents are...

In this quick guide, we’ve pulled together a whistle-stop tour of some of the UK’s most unique holiday locations.

In this quick read, we offer a few ways to help.

It’s time to turn the tide on single-use plastics going to landfill or winding up in our oceans and waterways. A three-minute read.

The DIY hacks you see on TikTok may be entertaining to watch, but they can also be dumb and even downright dangerous. A three-minute read.

Make child safety a priority in your home by following these useful tips. A two-minute read.

Find out why it’s time to ditch your car and walk to school with your children instead. A two-minute read.

Do something positive for you, your community, and the planet’s health by celebrating National Gardening Week. A two-minute read.

Today is World Earth Day. So, in this two-minute read, we look at what we can all do to play a part in the fight against climate change.

What impact do constant scrolling and swiping have on your ability to focus, reflect, and connect? A two-minute read.

Hold on to your waistbands, Easter is here. That festival where no matter your age, clothes size, or BMI, you’re allowed to eat as much chocolate as you want.  So, while the kids run around on a sugar high and...

Today is World Sleep Day so let’s look at why a good night’s kip is so important. (A three-minute read.)

Read our top tips to keep your dogs safe in Scotland.

To mark International Women’s Day next Tuesday, we look at four British women who made history in their respective fields. A three-minute, fantastic females-themed read.

This two-minute read looks at the best way to protect your home and outsmart burglars.

In this quick read, we’ve come up with free and simple ways to be kind.

In this two-minute read, we look at ways to safeguard your kids online.

In this two-minute read, we are raising awareness of growing a "Mo" and supporting Movember.

This two-minute read explains why we should all get behind Hospice Care Week (4 – 8 October).

If you’re looking to fundraise in your local area, this three-minute read suggests a few ways to go about it.

In this three-minute read, we celebrate those working in the noblest of professions – nursing.

Tomorrow is World Book Day, so here’s a list of six famous fictional homes (because even plucky heroes and dastardly villains need to keep a roof over their heads).

Around 1.5 million UK citizens are currently working remotely, and this number is only set to increase. While there are benefits of home working, many struggle with finding the space and may consider adding an...

With so many of us taking our work out of the office and into our homes, there has never been a more popular time to rethink the study space in your very own home. Follow the tips below to know how to implement...