Midlands Man Sentenced for Possession of Nearly 300 Indecent Images of Children Thursday, February 19, 2026 midlands stoke-on-trent staffordshire childexploitation indecentimages childprotection police court sentencing crime Aaron Michael Edwards, a 42-year-old man from Stoke-on-Trent, has been sentenced to one year and eight months in prison after authorities discovered nearly 300 indecent images of children on his mobile phone. The sentencing … Read More
St Paul’s School for Girls Named Best Comprehensive in the Midlands Wednesday, February 18, 2026 comprehensive education stpauls midlands birmingham ofsted outstanding school leadership inclusion St Paul’s School for Girls, located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, has been named the best comprehensive school in the Midlands. The accolade comes from the highly respected Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026, where the school … Read More
Police Excavations Continue in Midlands Garden Amid Ongoing Murder Investigation Tuesday, February 17, 2026 murder investigation police midlands leicester charges trial disappearance fraud property Leicestershire Police have been using jackhammers to excavate a garden in Broad Avenue, Evington, as part of a continuing investigation into the disappearance and presumed murder of 60-year-old Gary Piatek. Mr. Piatek was … Read More
Met Office Issues 14-Hour Yellow Snow Warning Across Seven Midlands Areas Tuesday, February 17, 2026 metoffice snow weatherwarning midlands forecast winter winds accumulations elevation safety The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning, signaling the potential for snow across several parts of the Midlands this week. From 4pm on Wednesday, February 18, until 6am on Thursday, February 19, residents should … Read More
Green Belt Housing Development in Midlands Village Wins Over Locals Tuesday, February 17, 2026 housing greenbelt development affordable solihull planning community councillors support midlands In a decisive 10-minute session, Solihull Council’s planning committee unanimously approved a new housing development in Hampton In Arden, reflecting overwhelming local endorsement. The proposal, submitted by BDW Trading Ltd … Read More
'Thriving' Town Just 30 Minutes from Birmingham Named One of the Best Places to Live in the Midlands Tuesday, February 17, 2026 bromsgrove midlands birmingham commutertown countryside markettown schools healthcare dining outdoors Bromsgrove, a picturesque town located merely 30 minutes from Birmingham, has been recognized as one of the best places to live in the Midlands for 2026. Celebrated for its unique blend of lively community spirit and scenic … Read More