A major incident was declared when water flooded the gas network, affecting 2,700 homes.
New government rules will require councils nationwide to stop sending food waste to landfill.
A woman has discussed the "wonderful community" around speedcubing ahead of a competition.
Sam Laywood filled 34 bags with rubbish - and found a safe - during his 26.2-mile fundraiser.
Sam Laywood says the amount of rubbish he has found during his 26.2-mile fundraiser is "shocking".
Hundreds of households had appliances declared unsafe to use after water flooded village gas pipes.
Heaters, blankets and thermal socks have been donated by villagers to people in "greater need".
More than 2,500 homes in two villages were cut off last Tuesday, said gas company Cadent.
About 1,400 homes have had supplies restored and work continues to reconnect hundreds more.
