The planning inspector said the proposal would "overwhelm" the manor house the hotel is based in.

Mum Rebecca urges parents to listen to their instinct after her daughter was diagnosed with cancer.

James and John Makanjuola set up a cleaning business because of "disgusting" student digs.

Anti-pollution campaigners joined Southern Water at a public meeting in Newport.

The plans will be re-examined after public support for keeping the school at its current site.

Leeds and Liverpool Canal bosses appeal for help funding the maintenance of the network.

Sheffield Wednesday fan holds up sign saying 'Where's Baldock?' during match with Sheffield United.

Sipho Pfukani is told he must serve at least 18 years for the murder of 26-year-old Lazarus Makono.

Rebecca Moore, 25, is found guilty of her role in the murder of Sacad Ali in Sheffield on 9 March.

A report to the council says the damage to the Rivelin Valley nature trail has hit access.

Applicant says there is high demand for site but councillors argue it is unsuitable in green belt.

The successful candidate will fly one of its Airbus H145 helicopters, Yorkshire Air Ambulance says.

Adam Randell is a 'future captain' at Plymouth Argyle according to head coach Wayne Rooney.

Exeter chief executive Tony Rowe feels the club's men's side can still make the Premiership top four despite their poor start to the season.

The man remains in hospital with unknown injuries, Devon and Cornwall Police say.

Councillors water down and approve plans to expand operating times of a bus lane in the Devon city.

Devon and Cornwall Police were notified a man in his 80s died after a car collided with a tree.

The 87-year-old woman died hours after being knocked over by the downwash of the landing helicopter.

The Cathedral is bringing back an ancient tradition not seen in the town for 200 years.

The government has taken control of a decision over 8000 new homes near Sittingbourne.

A man reportedly sprayed others with a liquid, believed to have been a strong alkali, Kent Police says.

Buckmore Park is proposing a centre with racing simulators, a restaurant and bar and roof terrace.

Sale and England forward Jonny Hill is given a 10-week suspension for an incident involving a fan after their Premiership semi-final loss to Bath.

Gallant grey Al Dancer lands the Badger Cheer Chase at Wincanton, while trainer Paul Nicholls has five winners.

The 88-year-old began the role four years ago after his wife died.

The Welsh Hollywood star has written a memoir called Boy from the Valleys.

An anti-spiking charity says it has not seen a fall in reports although official figures are down.

Truro City extend Christian Oxlade-Chamberlain’s loan from Kidderminster Harriers until 31 January.

Police say a woman and two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Work is under way to try and reduce traffic through the centre of St Ives, in Cornwall.

Charity Action on Smoking and Health says deprivation and higher smoking levels are linked.

Community pantomime which first started in the 1950s won't be happening this year.

Stoke-on-Trent is looking to rekindle its relationship with its German twin town.

Locals say a crossroads in Cheadle by The Huntsman pub is becoming notorious for crashes.

BBC Radio Stoke’s Matt Weigold went to try his hand at apple wanging for Alton Apple Day.

BBC Radio Stoke’s Matt Weigold visited Men Who Make Things at Hartshill's B Arts Centre.

73-year-old Rob Cocker from Penkhull has now had a drink in 12,000 pubs nationwide.

Port Vale eject a home fan at Tuesday's EFL Trophy tie with Wrexham for alleged homophobic abuse.

Simon Beech, 36, took part in riots in Stoke-on-Trent on 3 August.

Sir Lee Pearson says he fears noise emanating from a new storage building will impact his training.

An ex-footballer says the players' union will continue supporting retiring players into new careers.

Former Shrewsbury Town striker Andy Mangan is a candidate to take over as Salop head coach, reports BBC Radio Shropshire.

The pub had been sold and new owners were ready to move in before the crash that also left a takeaway damaged.

Michael McDonald pressured a Newport woman into paying for expensive and unnecessary jobs.

Transport for Wales says the service will not operate on Tuesday due to trains needing repairs.

Ruben Amorim says he is ready to face the challenge of the "difficult" job ahead at Manchester United.

Manchester City defender Ruben Dias says the Premier League champions "embrace" the "challenge" posed by their losing streak.

Salford Red Devils sign France international prop Justin Sangare on two-year deal after his release from Leeds Rhinos.

A bomb, gang turf wars and the rise of club culture - poet, author and broadcaster David Scott looks at Manchester in the 1990s

Manchester's Christmas Markets return for its 26th year, set across nine sites in the city.