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Wednesday, November 26, 2025 christmas birmingham market ikongallery handmade independent makers crafts community sustainability

Birmingham’s cherished Ikon Gallery is set to host its much-anticipated annual Winter Craft Market, offering a cozy indoor Christmas shopping experience right in the heart of the city. Nestled in the scenic Oozells Square at … Read More

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 birmingham cycling infrastructure transport consultation activetravel sustainability climate community transportplanning sport

Birmingham is making significant progress on plans to establish a dedicated cycle route linking the city centre to the A457 Dudley Road. This initiative is part of a broader vision to create a comprehensive city-wide cycle … Read More

Monday, November 24, 2025 hmos birmingham planning housing council community exemptaccommodation tenants antisocialbehaviour cotteridge

The fate of a proposal to convert a shop into a six-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) at 1726-1728 Pershore Road, Cotteridge, south Birmingham, remains unresolved as the planning committee opts to defer its decision. … Read More

Sunday, November 23, 2025 christmas charity lights nottingham torvilldean fundraising community haywardhouse tradition winterwonderland

Every holiday season for the past 22 years, Tony and Wendy Swift have transformed their Nuthall, Nottinghamshire, home into a dazzling Christmas spectacle that attracts visitors from miles around. Featuring half a million … Read More

Sunday, November 23, 2025 solihull dravet epilepsy care support disability resilience charity health community

A Solihull mother has expressed deep gratitude for a devoted support worker who has been an indispensable part of her family for over ten years. Meggie Feeney’s sons, Mason, 14, and Jake, 24, both live with Dravet Syndrome, a … Read More

Sunday, November 23, 2025 transplant football birmingham organdonation survival sports transplantation health community recovery sport

In Birmingham, a football club stands apart—not for their trophies, but for their extraordinary story. Birmingham Transplant Football Club comprises 30 players who share a life-saving bond: each has undergone an organ or stem … Read More

Sunday, November 23, 2025 tesco worcester rescue fire heroism delivery emergency safeguarding courage community

Two Tesco delivery drivers have been hailed as heroes after bravely rescuing a man and his dog from a car engulfed in flames in Worcester. Ben Rowe and Leo Kuriakose were on a delivery run in Cranham Drive, Warndon, when they … Read More

Saturday, November 22, 2025 funding community southstaffordshire ukspf repf accessibility dementia sustainability youth recreation

South Staffordshire is set to see a wave of community enhancements after its District Council approved over £125,000 in government funding for seven vital local projects. At a cabinet meeting on Tuesday, November 18, council … Read More

Saturday, November 22, 2025 lottery winner postcode casltebromwich people’spostcodelottery prize community jackpot chantelleriley grandchild

Chantelle Riley, a 47-year-old teaching assistant and mother of four from Castle Bromwich, has struck lucky for the third time with the People’s Postcode Lottery. Chantelle and 17 of her neighbours in the B36 area each … Read More

Saturday, November 22, 2025 hatecrime westmercia worcester hopenothate racism community antisemitism discrimination inclusion extremism

Concerns over a recent rise in hate crimes have prompted calls for a Midlands council to endorse a prominent anti-fascist campaign. Labour councillor Ed Kimberley is advocating for Worcester City Council to reaffirm its … Read More

Friday, November 21, 2025 casino gambling bearwood crime publichealth sandwell nightlife licenses antisocial community

A high street casino in Bearwood has been granted permission to operate 24 hours a day, despite warnings from public health officials and West Midlands Police about the potential negative impact on the community. The Admiral … Read More

Thursday, November 20, 2025 veterans homelessness charity property trading fundraising awareness philanthropy community sacrifice

Millionaire property developer Rick Gannon, 54, has embarked on an extraordinary journey to raise a home for a homeless veteran—starting with something as simple as a ballpoint pen. Two weeks into his challenge, Rick has … Read More

Thursday, November 20, 2025 licensing alcohol wolverhampton neighbours community publichealth police convenience regulations controversy

City of Wolverhampton Council’s licensing committee has approved an alcohol licence for the new Mesha Essentials Convenience Store on Rooker Avenue, despite objections from local residents who deemed the shop … Read More

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 sachajones walsall christmas lightsswitchon realitytv marriedatfirstsight community festivities ambassador support

Married at First Sight UK star Sacha Jones is set to switch on the Christmas lights in her hometown of Walsall on Saturday, November 29. The 30-year-old reality TV personality, who appeared in the show’s 2024 series, will … Read More

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 birmingham euro2028 villapark economy community football infrastructure investment inequality grassroots sport

Birmingham has been confirmed as a host city for UEFA Euro 2028, a prestigious football tournament set to inject approximately £117 million into the local economy. The city will welcome fans for four matches at Villa Park, … Read More

Sunday, November 16, 2025 birmingham safety women nightlife spiking police support community awareness protection

Recent incidents in Birmingham city centre have understandably caused anxiety among many residents and visitors. Some people admit they now “think twice” before heading out, while others express a heightened fear of the city … Read More

Saturday, November 15, 2025 remembrance cyberbullying community council telford socialmedia harassment respect truth officials

Midlands officials have publicly condemned a wave of online hostility targeting members of the Hadley and Leegomery Parish Council in Telford. The recent controversy stemmed from accusations on Facebook that the … Read More

Thursday, November 13, 2025 theatre malvern restoration fire community victorian intimate performance crowdfunding reopening

After seven challenging years following a devastating fire, the Theatre of Small Convenience in Malvern, Worcestershire, has triumphantly reopened, welcoming audiences once again to the globe’s smallest commercial theatre. … Read More

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 birmingham euro2028 football villapark uefa sports tournament investment community economy sport

Excitement is mounting in Birmingham following the official announcement that the city will host four matches during the UEFA Euro 2028 tournament, with all games set to take place at Villa Park. The tournament was officially … Read More

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 birmingham assault police arrest investigation violence crime westmidlands safety community

A 40-year-old man has been arrested in connection with two separate violent assaults on women in Birmingham. The first incident occurred on October 26 at approximately 5:15 pm on Moseley Road, where a woman was kicked in the … Read More

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 fallout birmingham martineauplace oasismarket bandmerch music alternative retail community livemusic

Following the March closure of the iconic Oasis Market, Fallout Clothing, a well-loved Birmingham seller of official band T-shirts, patches, and music merchandise, is set to open its first standalone store in the city centre. … Read More

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 lilywhitehouse murder fundraiser oldbury memorial justice gofundme community tragedy bereavement

A heartfelt fundraiser has been initiated to support the family of Lily Whitehouse, a 19-year-old mother who tragically lost her life in Oldbury. Lily was discovered severely injured on Park Street around 9:50 pm on … Read More

Monday, November 10, 2025 birmingham stabbing crime police katiefox tributes investigation violence justice community

The first image of Katie Fox, the young woman tragically fatally stabbed near a bus stop in Birmingham city centre, has been released as the community mourns her loss. Katie Fox, aged 34, suffered a severe neck wound during … Read More

Monday, November 10, 2025 stabbing murder nottinghamshire police investigation abbotsforddrive crime victim community safety

A 20-year-old man tragically lost his life following a stabbing attack in broad daylight on Abbotsford Drive, located in Nottinghamshire’s St Ann’s area. The incident occurred just before 1pm on Monday, November 10. Emergency … Read More