UK canals3 hrs agoMan's bid to repair home after canal boat fireKris Hardy spent Christmas in hospital where he was treated for inhaling smoke from the fire.3 hrs agoBradford26 Dec 2024Canal section still shut months after cyanide spillBoaters are still barred from using the section of the Walsall Canal after August's spill.26 Dec 2024Birmingham & Black Country22 Dec 2024Mistaken identity murders, Rovers sacking and boat fireIt has been a busy news week across the West Country in the lead up to Christmas.22 Dec 2024Wiltshire19 Dec 2024Canal boat owner 'loses everything' in fireGeorge Pedley was out when his boat caught fire and sank to the bottom of the canal.19 Dec 2024Gloucestershire12 Dec 2024Hundreds of trees blocking canals after stormThe Canal & River Trust said it had removed 150 of the 400 trees brought down by gale-force winds.12 Dec 2024Hereford & Worcester11 Dec 2024Flats could undermine canal revival - campaignersA heritage group raises concerns over a plans covering part of a former Greater Manchester canal.11 Dec 2024Manchester5 Dec 2024Owner says 'ugly' cat does not need rescuingThe Cornish Rex named Lulu is being picked up and taken from her home by "well-meaning" people.5 Dec 2024Beds, Herts & Bucks21 Nov 2024Man's £160k legacy to restore historical bridgeA late waterways supporter and local resident of Braunston dedicates £160,000 to repair the bridge.21 Nov 2024Northamptonshire18 Nov 2024Public help police thwart thieves' boat disguiseThe boat is tracked from Wilmcote to Gloucester despite being repainted white, police say.18 Nov 2024Gloucestershire