Southampton heroes honoured on 80th anniversary of VE Day

VE DAY 2025: Pictures special as Scarborough pays its respects on 80th anniversary

Today (May 8) Scarborough paid its respects to to the fallen during a beautiful ceremony led by The Royal British Legion (RBL), which honoured the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, known as VE Day. Here is a selection of stunning photos from the special ceremony.

Southampton heroes honoured on 80th anniversary of VE Day

Mary, an 18-year-old off-duty nurse, attended to a resident after a high-explosive bomb damaged a house in November 1940.

VE Day charity quiz to raise funds for Help for Heroes

A COMMUNITY quiz night is being held this Friday (May 9) at The Begelly Arms to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, with all proceeds going to the armed forces charity Help for Heroes. The event, which begins at 7:30pm, will include a traditional pub quiz, raffle, and a selection of wartime-themed food. Entry costs £5 per person, and teams of up to six can take part. The entry fee covers participation in the quiz, raffle entry, and food. The ev…

Warrington Remembers on 80th anniversary of VE Day

A special and poignant flag-raising event took place at Warrington town hall today to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Organised by Warrington Borough Council and supported by the Royal British Legion, Mayor of Warrington Wendy Johnson addressed those who gathered at the VE Day event to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe. She described the 80th anniversary of VE Day as on the the most significant days in our shared history…