Police Renew Appeal Five Years After Newborn Found Dead in Walsall Canal Wednesday, May 20, 2026 walsall newborn canal police westmidlands investigation appeal justice willenhall homicide Five years after the heartbreaking discovery of a newborn baby boy’s body in a Walsall canal, West Midlands Police have relaunched their appeal for information. On May 20, 2021, the infant was found in the Wyrley and … Read More
The 430-Year-Old West Midlands Pub That Opens Just a Few Times a Year Sunday, April 5, 2026 pub history willenhall bellinn westmidlands heritage veday tradition landmark rare Nestled in the heart of Willenhall, The Bell Inn stands as a remarkable testament to history, having served the community for over 430 years. This historic pub is not your typical watering hole—it opens its doors to the … Read More
Plan Approved to Revamp Willenhall Market Saturday, April 4, 2026 willenhall market revamp stalls walsall traders pedestrian planning council community Walsall Council has given the green light to an ambitious plan to transform Willenhall Market. The approved scheme includes the installation of 12 new fixed stalls within the pedestrianised area between Savers and the Compton … Read More
Visiting Willenhall: A Town Struggling Yet United by Strong Community Spirit Saturday, March 21, 2026 willenhall community deprivation festivals poverty redevelopment history foodbank unemployment resilience A lively voice cuts through the hum of music, traffic, and chatter at Willenhall’s bustling outdoor market. A butcher, clad in a black and white apron, enthusiastically shouts about his fresh products from his shop doorway. … Read More
Inside the 'Time Capsule' Petrol Station Still Standing on a West Midlands Road Saturday, February 7, 2026 fibbersley willenhall petrolstation timecapsule westmidlands abandoned heritage retro motorists nostalgia Nestled along a quiet West Midlands road, the Fibbersley petrol station remains a striking relic of the past. Once a bustling hub for motorists, the garage now stands abandoned, its weathered facade a silent testament to a … Read More
Bizarre Moment a Pub 'Statue' on the Roof Turns Out to Be a Real Dog Wednesday, January 21, 2026 dog pub roof husky willenhall blackcountry statue viral facebook animal In a quirky twist, a dog calmly observing the world from the roof of a Black Country pub has captivated many after being mistaken for a statue. The furry visitor, believed to be a husky-type breed, was spotted relaxing on top … Read More