Peter Nicolaou, a seasoned fish and chip shop operator in Birmingham, has spent over 40 years perfecting his craft, starting as a child helping his parents in local chip shops. At 53, he confidently states, “I can do this …
Plans unveiled by developer BlueCastle Capital propose a striking new landmark at the currently vacant 42 High Street site in Birmingham. The scheme, set to become the city’s tallest building, is designed as a build-to-rent …
A pregnant black cat named Nadia was discovered abandoned in a dog crate within a Birmingham alleyway in Maypole, caring for five kittens that were not her own. Despite the tragic loss of her newborn kittens, Nadia has …
Swansea City will not be fielding new signing Ross Stewart in their upcoming Carabao Cup first-round match against Birmingham City on Saturday. Stewart, who joined the Swans on a three-year deal after departing Southampton, …
A well-known leisure business in Sutton Coldfield, I Am Yogi, has secured a new location just off the town centre’s High Street after announcing its departure from the Gracechurch Centre due to rising costs. Owner Vicky …
A contentious proposal to transform a terraced house in Smethwick into a combination of a shop and flats has been rejected by Sandwell Council, but the applicant is now appealing the decision to the government’s planning …
A rare opportunity has arisen in Birmingham to purchase a former youth offending facility located in Northfield. The Halescroft Youth Offending Centre, which closed in February 2024, is now being offered for sale with a guide …
K-Pop Korner, a specialist K-pop retailer, has expanded its presence with a new store opening at the Mailbox in Birmingham. As one of the few dedicated K-pop outlets in the UK, this latest location marks an extension beyond …
The Milestone, a pub in Willenhall, has come a long way from its controversial past where it was once reported that customers took drugs off the bar. Today, this establishment is being recognised for its positive …
Recent opinion polls indicate a notable increase in Labour’s projected performance within the West Midlands, often referred to as the ‘Burnham Bounce’. This surge has effectively doubled the number of seats Labour is …
Malcolm Ball, aged 73, who was serving a sentence for child sex offences, died at HMP Stafford on 30 January 2023 following a hunger strike. Ball was sentenced in 2017 to seven years and six months in prison for his crimes. …
The Labour Party government has announced a new initiative aimed at identifying children at risk of becoming NEET-young people not in education, employment, or training-in a bid to tackle the growing crisis. Concerned by the …
Lloyds Bank has revealed a modest decrease in average property prices for July, with figures showing a £143 drop. This follows a 0.2 per cent rise seen in June, positioning the average house price at £299,253 compared to …
August has arrived and with soaring temperatures, many families are looking for ways to keep children entertained and cool during the school holidays. Fortunately, a variety of shopping centres and local venues around …
Hello Food Club friends, it’s Kirsty here with this week’s update on the latest food and drink happenings around Birmingham. After some recent difficult news in the local hospitality scene, this edition brings a breath of …