Solihull Village Proposed to Expand with Nearly 200 New Homes Monday, April 27, 2026 tidburygreen solihull housing development planning bloorhomes affordablehousing community greybelt consultation Plans have been submitted for nearly 200 new homes in the picturesque village of Tidbury Green, Solihull. If approved, this development would nearly double the village’s current population of around 1,000 residents. … Read More
Historic Birmingham Pub ‘Lost in Time’ to Close After More Than a Century Sunday, April 26, 2026 birmingham blackeagle pubclosure historic pubs victorian heritage camra community planning In just two weeks, Birmingham will say farewell to one of its cherished historic pubs. The Black Eagle, located on Factory Road and established in 1895, will serve its final pint on May 10, 2026. Last year, BirminghamLive … Read More
Birmingham Girl’s Courageous Journey to Honor Her Late Mum Sunday, April 26, 2026 inspiration charity cancer hospice family grief remembrance courage fundraising community Ten-year-old Isabel Lee from Birmingham has embarked on a heartfelt mission to honor the memory of her mother, Sarah, who sadly passed away from cancer last year. Sarah, a dedicated teacher in Birmingham’s Kingstanding area, … Read More
200-Year-Old Wolverhampton Pub Saved by Community Takes Major Step Towards Reopening Saturday, April 25, 2026 wolverhampton pub community heritage preservation refurbishment licensing planning conservation village The historic Old Stags Head pub, a cherished landmark in Penn, Wolverhampton, is moving closer to reopening after being closed for nearly six years. Once threatened with conversion into residential homes, this 200-year-old … Read More
Why the New Solihull Wine Bar Will Feel Like 'Stepping into Your Nan's Kitchen' Saturday, April 25, 2026 solihull winebar familybusiness bakery chelmsleywood localfood ales community comfortfood homestyle A fresh and inviting wine bar is coming to Solihull, promising an atmosphere that feels just like “visiting your nan’s kitchen.” The Brownie & Bake Company, run by husband and wife duo Rachael Vitins and Dave … Read More
'Survival Shouldn't Come Down to Luck' - Cancer Survivor's Urgent Call to Get Tested Saturday, April 25, 2026 cancer bowel bowelcancer health awareness screening testing earlydetection survivor community Ian Shires, a bowel cancer survivor and longtime public servant, is making a heartfelt appeal for people to prioritize early testing, emphasizing that “survival shouldn’t come down to luck.” Mr. Shires, who served as a … Read More