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Landmark West Midlands Night Time Economy report backed by WM Mayor calls for hospitality and NTE VAT Cuts and dedicated government minister

2026-05-27T23:05:33+01:00

The Night Time Industries Association has welcomed the publication of the Mayor of the West Midlands Night Time Economy Commission Report as a landmark moment for nightlife, hospitality, culture and economic growth across the region and the wider UK.

Celebrating Eid al-Adha in praying and festivities

2026-05-27T23:00:08+01:00

Eid al-Adha will be celebrated by thousands of Black Country Muslims tomorrow, joining millions of other worshippers around the world.

New council homes completed on small brownfield sites - and more to come

2026-05-26T21:55:27+01:00

City of Wolverhampton Council has welcomed the completion of four new council bungalows on small disused sites by delivery partner J.Harper & Sons Limited - and appointed them to deliver a social housing scheme in Bilston.

Acas top tips for employers managing hot weather at work

2026-05-23T18:51:15+01:00

Workplace expert Acas has offered some recommendations to help employers manage workplace challenges due to hot weather.

One in eight UK households would run out of money within a week if income stopped, Novuna finds

2026-05-23T18:47:26+01:00

One in eight UK households would run out of money within a week if their main source of income stopped, according to new research from Novuna Personal Finance, as food, energy and everyday bills continue to stretch family budgets.

Rail improvement work taking place this Bank Holiday weekend

2026-05-23T18:44:56+01:00

With a busy Bank Holiday weekend and warm weather forecast, Transport for Wales (TfW) is encouraging passengers to plan ahead as essential rail improvements take place across the Cardiff and Valleys network.

London Euston passengers advised to check before travelling on Spring Bank Holiday weekend

2026-05-21T07:51:33+01:00

Passengers travelling during the upcoming Spring Bank Holiday weekend have been urged to plan ahead due to strike action.

Paul Singh becomes 167th Mayor of Wolverhampton

2026-05-21T07:47:03+01:00

Councillor Paul Singh has been officially appointed Wolverhampton's 167th Mayor, taking over the chains of office from outgoing Mayor Councillor Craig Collingswood at an inauguration during the Annual Council Meeting on Wednesday May 20th., with his wife, Ranjit Dhillon (in pic with Cllr. Paul), becoming the Mayoress.

Celebrating George Carruthers – the inventor whose camera took the first pictures of Space

2026-05-21T07:39:44+01:00

George Carruthers helped humanity see the universe in a new way, yet too few people know a Black scientist put one of the first telescopes on the Moon. George Carruthers gave science a way to see what the human eye never could.

Nehemiah Housing CEO speaks at International African Diaspora Christian Conference in Jamaica

2026-05-20T19:23:02+01:00

Llewellyn Graham, Chief Executive of West Midlands based Nehemiah Housing Association, was among the featured speakers at the 2026 African Diaspora Christian Conference held in Montego Bay, Jamaica in May 2026.

Nottingham art lovers flocking to Monet show in special anniversary year

2026-05-20T19:19:54+01:00

This year sees the centenary of Claude Monet’s death - and Nottingham art lovers are marking the anniversary by snapping up tickets for an immersive spectacular which brings his iconic paintings to life in mesmerising and magical fashion.

Outdoor adventure charity starts £200,000 fundraising drive with big ‘heritage’ unveil

2026-05-20T19:16:58+01:00

A Cannock charity that supports 50,000 young visitors every year held a special event yesterday to raise vital funds for a new podded village on Cannock Chase.

Get Active this May Half-Term

2026-05-19T22:34:26+01:00

Children and young people can enjoy moving more this May half-term thanks to Wolverhampton’s Yo! Active.

Victory for the pressure cookers in charity cook off

2026-05-19T22:32:04+01:00

Staff and residents at Hollyfields care home in Kidderminster are over the moon because their talented Managing Director, Alison Donaldson, from Barchester’s North West & Midlands Division, and her team of fellow MDs have really brought home the bacon and won the Barchester Charitable Foundation Cook Off 2026.

BBC Radio 1Xtra presenter Kaylee Golding named as official host for Wolverhampton Pride

2026-05-18T19:26:45+01:00

Wolverhampton Pride has announced Radio 1Xtra presenter Kaylee Golding as the host for the popular city event on Saturday, June 6 in West Park.

Council’s short break service celebrates Outstanding report

2026-05-18T19:20:33+01:00

The City of Wolverhampton Council's in-house short breaks service, Ernest Bold, has been judged to be Outstanding by inspectors from the Care Quality Commission.