My uncle was kidnapped by Nazis - now he's left us £100k from new life in West Midlands Saturday, February 14, 2026 nazis holocaust poland westmidlands inheritance probate wartrauma familyreunion heirhunting displacement Jozef Domanski was only 14 when Nazi forces ripped him away from his family in Poland in 1941. Like thousands of other Polish children, he was deported to Germany and forced into labour. Though he survived the war and was … Read More
Latest Midlands Ofsted Ratings Reveal New 'Exceptional' Grade as Inspection System Overhauled Saturday, February 14, 2026 ofsted midlands education inspection schools grades exceptional westmidlands primary standards Schools across the West Midlands have recently received updated ratings under Ofsted’s revamped inspection system, marking a significant change in how educational standards are assessed. Moving away from the traditional … Read More
Newest Additions to West Midlands' Most Wanted List: Police Urge Immediate Calls to 999 Saturday, February 14, 2026 westmidlands mostwanted policeappeal burglary stalking harassment recall crime publicsafety suspects West Midlands Police has updated its most wanted list, adding several new suspects sought in connection with various crimes. Authorities are urging the public to assist in locating these individuals and to call 999 … Read More
More Than 125 Bank Branches, Including Lloyds and Halifax, to Close This Week Across the UK Saturday, February 14, 2026 banking closures lloyds halifax natwest branches uk westmidlands cash bankinghubs This week marks a significant shift for UK banking customers as over 125 bank branches, including major names like Lloyds, Halifax, and NatWest, prepare to close their doors. The closures are part of ongoing restructuring … Read More
Midlands Towns Face Significant Council Tax Increases Saturday, February 14, 2026 counciltax westmidlands worcestershire shropshire localgovernment taxation infrastructure finances reform council Local councils across the West Midlands are planning significant increases in council tax, seeking Government approval to raise bills by up to 9%. Normally capped at a 5% increase without special permission, these proposed … Read More
Young Men in West Midlands Use Personal Stories to Tackle Mental Health Stigma Friday, February 13, 2026 mentalhealth westmidlands youth stigma support campaign textservice men awareness wellbeing Young men in the West Midlands are sharing their own experiences to encourage others to seek mental health support when needed. A new campaign launched in Birmingham and Solihull aims to raise awareness about a free, … Read More