New Birmingham Driver Admits Being “Off His Head” While Attempting to Drive on Broad Street Sunday, May 17, 2026 birmingham drunkdriving offense police magistrates broadstreet court dui penalty license A 20-year-old Birmingham man was stopped by police as he tried to put the keys into the ignition of his car while heavily intoxicated, a court has heard. Joseph Bunting of Woodbine Croft was found in the driver’s seat of his … Read More
Pregnant Birmingham Woman Brandishes Machete in Dispute with Neighbor Sunday, May 17, 2026 birmingham pregnancy dispute machete threats crime noise justice court rehabilitation A pregnant woman in Birmingham caused alarm after pulling a machete on her neighbor amid a noise dispute in their block of flats in Sparkbrook. Misty McGailey, 34, confronted her neighbor Alisha Ellis following ongoing … Read More
The Brilliant Birmingham Bakery Offering Greggs-Beating Prices and a Sunny Cake Terrace Sunday, May 17, 2026 bakery birmingham budget bakedgoods stirchley kingsheath cakes desserts community affordable Nestled on Dads Lane between Stirchley and Kings Heath, The Cake Place is a delightful new addition to Birmingham’s bakery scene that feels wonderfully nostalgic. Imagine giant sponge cake slabs drenched in icing and … Read More
Autograph: Birmingham’s Beloved Independent Shop Closes After Nearly 40 Years Amid Concerns for City's Retail Future Sunday, May 17, 2026 birmingham retail independent shopclosure ethelstreet citycentre business commerce localeconomy heritage After nearly 40 years in business, Autograph has closed its doors, marking the end of an era for one of Birmingham city centre’s last independent shops. Located on Ethel Street, Autograph was one of only two remaining … Read More
Birmingham Crime Rates: West Midlands Ranked and Safer Than You Think Sunday, May 17, 2026 crime birmingham westmidlands safety statistics england community lawenforcement urban security Recent official crime statistics have highlighted the safety levels across England’s towns and cities, with a surprising revelation about the West Midlands. Contrary to popular belief, this region—including Birmingham—ranks … Read More
Birmingham’s Hidden Gem: Griffins Gaming Trading Card Shop Under Digbeth Arches Sunday, May 17, 2026 tradingcard gaming digbeth birmingham community collectibles tournaments magicthegathering pokémon yugioh Nestled under the iconic railway arches in Digbeth, Birmingham, Griffins Gaming has become a beloved destination for trading card game enthusiasts of all ages. This hidden gem offers a welcoming space for both casual players … Read More