Solihull Family Business Mahoney's DIY Closes After 50 Years, Marking the End of an Era Monday, May 4, 2026 mahoneys solihull diy familybusiness closure legacy community retail buildingmaterials nostalgia After nearly five decades of serving Solihull and its surrounding areas, the family-run business Mahoney’s DIY has closed its doors, ending a significant chapter in the town’s history. Located on Old Lode Lane, … Read More
Faces of Skilled Underground Cable Thieves Behind Birmingham Chaos Sunday, May 3, 2026 cable theft birmingham openreach police metalcrime telecommunications criminals gang arrest These are the mugshots of a highly skilled gang caught stealing £50,000 worth of underground BT cables in Birmingham, causing major disruptions to communication services for thousands of residents. On January 20, firearm … Read More
Birmingham Schools Trust Reveals Job Cuts and iPad Reductions Amid Financial Rescue Sunday, May 3, 2026 education restructuring birmingham arthurterry ipads jobcuts neu debt schools funding The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership (ATLP), overseeing 24 schools across Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Staffordshire, and Warwickshire, has announced a new phase of restructuring, including job cuts and a reduction in their … Read More
Birmingham City’s Four-Step Plan to Championship Success After Steady Return Sunday, May 3, 2026 birmingham championship football transfers chrisdavies priske solis physicality awayform promotion sport Birmingham City’s first season back in the Championship has been regarded by some as a crucial stepping stone. Finishing 10th, while not sensational, has laid a solid foundation for further progress. Manager Chris Davies … Read More
Alton Towers Extends Opening Hours for May Half Term with Twilight at the Towers Sunday, May 3, 2026 altontowers themepark halfterm bluey cbeebies rides thrills familyfun accommodation twilight Alton Towers is extending its opening hours this May half-term, giving visitors more time to experience the thrills and attractions of the Staffordshire theme park. Starting May 22, the park launches “Twilight at the … Read More
Remembering Dan Collins: New Film Encourages Men to Look Out for Each Other Sunday, May 3, 2026 mentalhealth men friendship support awareness birmingham university film stigma wellbeing Dan Collins, a student at Birmingham University, passed away in 2018 after facing challenges within mental health services often described as falling through a ‘black hole’. To honor his memory, a new short film titled You … Read More