Most hotel guests encounter only the spirits of the mini-bar, but for Tracey and Andrew Lindon, paranormal experiences are a passion. This Midland couple believes they captured the voice of a ghost during a recent stay at a …
Solihull Council has recently written off more than £560,000 in historic unpaid debts, highlighting ongoing challenges in debt recovery for local authorities. This decision was approved at a cabinet portfolio holder meeting …
Birmingham’s cherished independent eatery, The Indian Streatery, is set to open a brand-new location at Resorts World, marking an exciting expansion for this beloved restaurant. Originally established on Bennetts Hill in …
The AquaVenture water park, an enormous inflatable aqua park in the Cotswolds, has relaunched for 2026 with a brand-new design featuring eight exciting obstacles. Perfect for adventure seekers, this revamped course offers a …
As spring approaches and temperatures rise, many homeowners are turning their attention to transforming their gardens into inviting outdoor retreats. After months of cold weather, patios and outdoor spaces are receiving fresh …
Walsall Council has given the green light to an ambitious plan to transform Willenhall Market. The approved scheme includes the installation of 12 new fixed stalls within the pedestrianised area between Savers and the Compton …
Plans to convert the former Lost Lounge dancehall in Walsall into three residential flats have been rejected once more. The Lost Lounge, located on the first floor of the Grade II Listed Victorian Arcade shopping centre …
On Good Friday, Blackburn Rovers dealt Birmingham City another painful blow in the Championship, continuing a troubling run of form for the Blues. Todd Cantwell’s decisive strike in the 69th minute at St Andrew’s @ Knighthead …
The sudden closure of the Friends Institute on Moseley Road in Sparkbrook has caused significant disappointment among the community and heritage advocates alike. Historic England has expressed its concern over the shutdown of …
The introduction of new car tax rules is poised to burden businesses with an estimated cost of £260 million, following the Labour government’s announcement of pay-per-mile charges. The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing …
Halifax has issued an urgent reminder to customers to maximise their Individual Savings Account (ISA) allowances before the end of the current tax year at 11:59 pm on April 5, 2026. By acting before the deadline, savers could …
The City of Wolverhampton Council’s licensing committee has granted an alcohol licence to the new Morrisons Daily petrol station at Linthouse Lane Service Station in Wednesfield, despite objections from local residents and …
Primark has implemented a significant pay increase, establishing a minimum hourly wage of £13 for all retail assistants in stores across England, Scotland, and Wales. In London, the hourly rate rises to £13.71. This new pay …
Canterbury City Council’s freshly launched e-bike scheme has quickly run into trouble, with many riders abandoning the bikes mere hours after the program’s introduction. The initiative, designed to support the council’s …
From 6 April 2026, changes to dividend taxation will affect many freelancers, contractors, and company directors, potentially reducing their take-home pay by up to £1,400 annually. The basic dividend tax rate will rise from …