Community News

Millions of people across the UK rang in the new year, gathering at firework events and parties all over the country.

Artistic Director & CEO of Birmingham Hippodrome, Jon Gilchrist, has been awarded an MBE in the King’s New Year Honours list 2026 for his services to British theatre.

Two current Network Rail employees and one former employee have been named in the King's 2026 New Year's Honours List.

Actor Idris Elba is knighted and England women's football coach Sarina Wiegman is made an honorary dame in the New Year Honours, as figure skating duo Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean are given a damehood and knighthood respectively, while there is also recognition of the Red Roses winning the women's rugby union World Cup.

Collini Rooms introduces a new way to spend December 31st: a serene escape from city chaos for dogs… and an unforgettable celebration for their humans.

Hundreds of parents have talked about their struggles with getting support for adopted children - as charities call for a government review.

Rail passengers and motorists have been urged to plan their journeys ahead of a major railway bridge replacement which begins in just 48 hours.

For families across the UK, a festive Christmas Day walk is a much-loved part of the celebrations.

Action will be taken against a number of shops after raids by City of Wolverhampton Council found tens of thousands of illicit cigarettes, hundreds of banned disposable vapes and a range of suspected fake Labubu products.

Children and young people can enjoy a merry and active Christmas break, courtesy of Wolverhampton’s Yo! Active.

A "gap year" scheme to give school and college leavers a taste of the Army, Royal Navy or RAF without a long-term commitment, is to be launched by the government.

Saree fashion for 2026 is entering an exciting phase where tradition meets ease, glamour feels lighter, and styling becomes far more intentional.

Bellway has supported the revival of a festive village tradition by hosting community carol singing at the site of the former Blue Bird Toffee factory in Hunnington.

The City of Wolverhampton Council brought together informal carers last week for two special festive meals hosted as part of its wider support for carers.

This Christmas Eve, Birmingham New Street station once again opened its doors to those in need, as Network Rail and Midland Langar Seva Society (MLSS) hosted their annual festive dinner.

A festive visitor from the North Pole has arrived at Barratt and David Wilson Homes’ developments across Essex, sharing an important message for local children this Christmas: remember your ‘elf and safety and stay away from construction sites.