‘Cramped’ HMO Conversion Rejected Over Crime Concerns in Wolverhampton Neighborhood Monday, February 9, 2026 hmo wolverhampton planning crime community housing spacestandards noise council heathtown The City of Wolverhampton Council has refused an application to convert a home on Woden Road into a six-bedroom house of multiple occupation (HMO), citing concerns that the change would exacerbate crime and community disorder … Read More
Additional Arrest Made During ‘Anti-Zionist’ Event in Moseley Sunday, February 8, 2026 arrest moseley birmingham antizionist police publicorder protest investigation socialmedia community West Midlands Police have made a second arrest following a coordinated operation at the launch of the ‘Anti-Zionist Movement’ event held today at The Old Print Works in Moseley, Birmingham. Earlier in the day, officers … Read More
Hundreds Gather in Moseley to Witness Removal of British Flags from Lampposts Sunday, February 8, 2026 moseley flags community patriotism inclusion division residents unity diversity protest Hundreds of Moseley residents braved the chilly weather to witness the removal of British flags that had been placed on lampposts earlier in the week. The flags, installed by the group Raise The Colours on Wednesday, aimed to … Read More
‘Britain’s Favourite Market’ Organizer to Launch New Erdington Community Market in Birmingham Sunday, February 8, 2026 erdington birmingham community market traders highstreet smallbusiness events localeconomy support Erdington Business Improvement District (BID) is spearheading the launch of a fresh community market in Birmingham’s Erdington High Street, with hopes it will become a beloved fixture in the city’s event calendar. The … Read More
Birmingham’s Safest Streets: Where Quiet and Security Prevail Sunday, February 8, 2026 birmingham crime safety antisocialbehaviour neighbourhoods suttoncoldfield peace security community westmidlands Birmingham often faces a reputation for high crime, with some neighbourhoods experiencing daily challenges. Yet, this dark image does not reflect the entire city. Many areas, particularly more affluent suburbs, boast low … Read More
Beloved ‘Gentle Giant’ Pub Chef Dies After Rare Gangrene Infection Sunday, February 8, 2026 gangrene sepsis death wolverhampton chef pub friendship memorial art community Scott Reynolds, a much-loved pub chef from Wolverhampton, has died after a seemingly minor cut on his leg developed into a rare and aggressive form of gangrene. The 47-year-old’s condition worsened despite treatment, … Read More