Christmas51 mins ago'Overwhelming' response to toy appealCharlotte Riley asked islanders to donate gifts for children who she will match them up with.51 mins agoJersey3 hrs agoCharity 'cancels Christmas' over uncertain futureParents of special educational needs children in Tameside say they are devastated by party cancellation.3 hrs agoManchester7 hrs agoHow a modest 1990s hit came to define ChristmasWhen it was first released in 1994, it made a mere ripple – but 30 years on, it is a track that reigns supreme over the holiday season. What is the secret of its success?7 hrs agoCulture11 hrs agoThousands expected for Christmas lights switch-onFree activities in Douglas will begin from 17:30 GMT with the lights set to be turned on at 19:00.11 hrs agoIsle of Man12 hrs agoWhat became of the famous wonky Christmas tree?Volunteers have carved items from the 2023 leaning Christmas tree to raise funds for the town lights.12 hrs agoCambridgeshire12 hrs ago'Scrooge' landlord bids to limit Christmas lightsMichael Stonier's Christmas lights went up in September and some neighbours are not happy about it.12 hrs agoStoke & Staffordshire1 day agoSanta shortage means city centre grotto won't openSanta's Grotto on Queen Street in Cardiff city centre had “limited applicants” for the role. 1 day agoWales1 day agoChristmas market postponed as strong winds forecastThe Skegness Christmas market was due to take place on Saturday at Tower Gardens.1 day agoLincolnshire1 day agoCommunity cafe owner to switch on Christmas lightsDenise McKay receives hundreds of nominations from Kettering residents.1 day agoNorthamptonshire