Erdington Launches Free Tennis Club for Mums and Kids Ahead of Wimbledon Saturday, June 6, 2026 tennis erdington rallytogether women children sport free community active wimbledon Beth Addison* came home from school clutching a postcard that read, “Dear Mummy, would you like to play tennis with me?” For Beth and her mum, the idea of playing a sport together had seemed out of reach—until now. Thanks to … Read More
Birmingham Man Expresses Shock After Erdington Baseball Bat Attack Monday, May 25, 2026 birmingham erdington assault baseballbat housemate court suspendedsentence violence crime remorse In a distressing incident at an Erdington home, Leon Townsend attacked his housemate Sean Kieran with a baseball bat. The courtroom heard Townsend’s remorse as he told Kieran, “I thought we were friends,” highlighting the … Read More
Birmingham School’s Innovative Attendance Strategies Earn Outstanding Ofsted Rating Monday, May 18, 2026 ofsted attendance birmingham erdington education academy students schools strategy innovation E-ACT North Birmingham Academy in Erdington has been recognized by Ofsted for its exceptional attendance strategies, earning an outstanding rating. The academy’s innovative approaches to improving student attendance have set … Read More
Birmingham Disqualified Driver Caught After Friend's Bus Attack Causes Panic Sunday, May 10, 2026 birmingham disqualified driver suleman erdington communityorder drivingban drugdriving busattack panic Mohhammod Suleman, a Birmingham resident, was caught driving in Erdington despite already being disqualified due to a previous drug-driving conviction. The incident occurred shortly after a panic erupted when Suleman’s friend … Read More
Erdington Mother Dies After Hospital Fall and Complications; Family Seeks Justice Sunday, May 3, 2026 erdington goodhope hospital fall fracture femur covid pneumonia patientsafety justice Mary Breen, an 85-year-old woman from Erdington, was admitted to Good Hope Hospital in Sutton Coldfield due to a swollen foot. During her stay, she experienced a fall on the ward, which resulted in a fractured femur. … Read More
The Fort Shopping Park Hosts Free Family Day with VE Day Celebrations Friday, May 1, 2026 veday family event free entertainment erdington facepainting birmingham community celebration The Fort Shopping Park is inviting everyone to a special free family day celebrating VE Day on Saturday, May 9th, from 1 to 4 pm. Located just off the M6 in Erdington, this event promises a delightful afternoon filled with … Read More