A local grower has secured a fifth global giant pumpkin title. Recent photos show giant pumpkins vying for heavyweight glory as the season begins. A teacher of plants is among those battling for giant pumpkin glory. A farm park has opened pumpkin patch this week. A local festival is displaying a giant pumpkin that might produce many pies. A historic hall is hosting a great pumpkin party for the break. Experts suggest houseplants as a longer-lasting Halloween alternative. A toddler passed away after a car strike in a pumpkin patch car park.