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Yahoo
17-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Man distraught after late wife's bus pass seized
A man from Devon said a "total mistake" left him upset as he lost a treasured item that belonged to his late wife. Clive Angior, 81, from Plympton, said he was heading home on a bus from Royal Parade in Plymouth city centre when he inadvertently showed his wife's bus pass instead of his own. He said he carried the pass for sentimental reasons but the "driver seized it" and would not return it. Stagecoach South West said that "if a concession pass is identified as expired, their current process is that drivers retain the pass and return to the local authority in that area". However, Mr Angior has been given a copy of its photograph. Mr Angior said he and his wife Maureen were married for 38 years before she died in 2023. He added that he carried her old bus pass with him in his pocket as a "permanent reminder of her" as "they used to travel on the bus together". He said he accidently placed his wife's pass on the vehicle's card reader instead of his own. "The driver immediately spotted that it had expired and said he was seizing the pass as its now council property," he said Mr Angior added that he used his own pass and continued with the journey but asked several times if he could have his wife's pass back but was told no. He said he told the driver that it was "really important" to him and asked if he could make an "exception" to the rule but the driver refused. Stagecoach said they "understand the sentimental value of the pass" and contacted the council in an "attempt to reunite it with the passenger." Plymouth City Council added that it contacted Mr Angior directly and said it could not provide him with the original pass as it was likely "destroyed or lost." The authority agreed to send a copy of the photo that was on the pass. Mr Angior said he "accepted the fact he wouldn't get the pass back" but was "very happy with the compromise" that was reached. Follow BBC Devon on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@ Plymouth City Council Stagecoach South West
BBC News
17-04-2025
- General
- BBC News
Devon man upset after late wife's bus pass seized by driver
A man from Devon said a "total mistake" left him upset as he lost a treasured item that belonged to his late wife. Clive Angior, 81, from Plympton, said he was heading home on a bus from Royal Parade in Plymouth city centre when he inadvertently showed his wife's bus pass instead of his own. He said he carried the pass for sentimental reasons but the "driver seized it" and would not return it. Stagecoach South West said that "if a concession pass is identified as expired, their current process is that drivers retain the pass and return to the local authority in that area". However, Mr Angior has been given a copy of its photograph. 'Permanent reminder' Mr Angior said he and his wife Maureen were married for 38 years before she died in 2023. He added that he carried her old bus pass with him in his pocket as a "permanent reminder of her" as "they used to travel on the bus together". He said he accidently placed his wife's pass on the vehicle's card reader instead of his own. "The driver immediately spotted that it had expired and said he was seizing the pass as its now council property," he saidMr Angior added that he used his own pass and continued with the journey but asked several times if he could have his wife's pass back but was told no. He said he told the driver that it was "really important" to him and asked if he could make an "exception" to the rule but the driver refused. 'Sentimental value' Stagecoach said they "understand the sentimental value of the pass" and contacted the council in an "attempt to reunite it with the passenger."Plymouth City Council added that it contacted Mr Angior directly and said it could not provide him with the original pass as it was likely "destroyed or lost."The authority agreed to send a copy of the photo that was on the pass. Mr Angior said he "accepted the fact he wouldn't get the pass back" but was "very happy with the compromise" that was reached.
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Top homewares store coming to North Yorkshire town
Popular Danish homewares brand, Søstrene Grene, is opening in Harrogate. Known for its distinctive Scandinavian design, the brand offers a wide range of stylish, affordable home décor, furniture, and lifestyle products. The new store in Cambridge Street, in the former Cosy Club, will bring the brand's signature hygge shopping experience to the charming spa town, creating 16 jobs. Following successful openings in Leeds, York, and Wakefield, Søstrene Grene continues to strengthen its presence in Yorkshire with the new Harrogate store. RECOMMENDED READING: York: Queue outside Søstrene Grene in Nessgate, York, for opening Søstrene Grene: Danish homewares store opens in Nessgate Helmsley Group reveals Søstrene Grene is opening at The Coach House Harrogate Brewing Company Royal Parade opens on Friday Shoppers are promised a thoughtfully curated selection of homewares, kitchen essentials, gifts, seasonal décor, and craft items, all designed to create a welcoming and cosy atmosphere. Søstrene Grene has quickly become a favourite among UK shoppers for its blend of affordable design and high-quality products. The Harrogate store will embrace the brand's signature 'Retail of the Senses' concept, creating an immersive shopping experience with soft lighting, classical music, and a distinctive labyrinth-style layout. Designed to encourage relaxation and discovery, the store invites customers to slow down, explore, and engage with each moment of their visit. CEO and Co-owner of Søstrene Grene, Mikkel Grene, said: 'We're really excited to open in Harrogate, a town known for its unique charm. This new store is an important part of our ongoing expansion in Yorkshire, and we're looking forward to introducing our distinctive homewares to even more customers in the region.' Now with over 300 stores in 17 countries, Søstrene Grene is rapidly growing its presence in the UK, with ambitious plans to open 100 stores across the UK by 2027. UK Joint Venture Partner, Jonathan Cooper, who runs Søstrene Grene stores across the North of England, is also looking forward to his next opening. Jonathan said: "Harrogate is a town full of character, and its strong sense of community makes it a perfect fit for Søstrene Grene. 'After the excitement of our Leeds opening earlier this year, we're proud to continue our journey into Yorkshire with the new Harrogate store. "This expansion is part of a broader plan to bring Søstrene Grene to even more communities across the North, and we're looking forward to seeing it become a much-loved destination in the town." York's Søstrene Grene opened in Nessgate in November 2023. Jonathan added: 'The York store has exceeded all expectations and quickly become a go-to for both locals and visitors.' The official Grand Opening of Søstrene Grene, Harrogate will be announced very soon. To find out more about Søstrene Grene visit: or follow them on Instagram: @sostrenegrene
Yahoo
01-03-2025
- Yahoo
Man seriously injured in hit-and-run crash
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash. Emergency services were called to Royal Parade in Eastbourne at about 18:30 GMT on Thursday. A 35-year-old man was taken to hospital with serious injuries after reports of a car hitting a pedestrian, Sussex Police said. The vehicle left the scene without stopping and an investigation has been launched to identify and locate those involved, the force said. It urged anyone with information to come forward. Follow BBC Sussex on Facebook, on X, and on Instagram. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@ or WhatsApp us on 08081 002250. Sussex Police
