(Friday 29th of January 2010)
Who would pass up on the opportunity to cruise the Thames in a romantic pleasure boat? That's what is on offer in the latest Bucky Bingo competition, Bucky in Love. As well as the cruise, you'll get to enjoy a four-course meal and a breathtaking trip on the London Eye. All you need to do to qualify is tell us a chat-up line. Whether funny, silly, ridiculous or downright odd, we'd love to hear your all-time favourite icebreaker!
(Friday 15th of January 2010)
The people of Nottingham have paid tribute to a dedicated activist and bingo organiser. Sheila Roper, who passed away last month, was an immensely popular local figure after organising regular bingo games for the elderly. She also helped out at a popular community centre and was an important figure in the Lenton Abbey scout group. Councillors have talked about their memories of Mrs Roper, while her son revealed that she just wanted to make a difference.
(Tuesday 12th of January 2010)
Ramblers who get into difficulty on challenging walks like the Pennine Way may well have reason to thank bingo. That's because Leicestershire residents Essie Wilmot and Janet Kerr decided to put on monthly charity bingo games all last year. And the impressive amount raised, some £2,500, has just been donated to their local air ambulance service. The good news is that it doesn't stop there because the duo are staging another charity bingo session later this week.
(Tuesday 5th of January 2010)
A simple game of bingo was the first step on the road to recovery for one Derby pensioner. Seven years ago, Jill Gemmell, 67, was struggling with depression and hardly ever went beyond her front door. Then, a friend persuaded her to try a bingo session at an old people's welfare club in Derby and she became an instant convert. Now, Ms Gemmell is a committee member at the club and enjoys twice-weekly bingo sessions.
