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Can ewe believe it? Baa-Bara makes a comeback!

2026-03-26T22:07:57+00:00

The city’s much loved mechanical sheep sculpture is back in action after a full restoration, delighting visitors once again from its home above the entrance to Wolverhampton Art Gallery.

Iconic Brief Encounter clock returns to Carnforth Station after restoration

2026-03-26T21:39:09+00:00

Visitors to Carnforth Railway Station can once again see the original clock made famous by the 1945 film Brief Encounter, returned to its rightful place 80 years after the film's release.

Save on Easter childcare egg-spenses in the West Midlands with Tax-Free Childcare

2026-03-26T21:34:24+00:00

More than 47,300 families in the West Midlands saved money on their childcare in December as HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) urges families to sign up before booking their Easter holiday childcare.

UK’s only bonobo troop explore new habitat for first time at Twycross Zoo

2026-03-26T21:31:14+00:00

Conservation charity Twycross Zoo, shares exciting footage of the UK’s only bonobo troop exploring their expansive new outdoor habitat for the very first time.

BHX unveils its Icons Wall

2026-03-25T20:36:37+00:00

Birmingham Airport (BHX) unveiled its Icons Wall – the new art installation located after security showcasing talent from across the West Midlands.

New picture released of multi-million-pound improvement plan for Halesowen town centre

2026-03-25T20:31:50+00:00

A new artist’s impression has been released showing a £20 million package of improvements for Halesowen town centre.

Passengers advised to plan ahead as disruption between Wolverhampton and Stafford continues

2026-03-25T20:27:29+00:00

Passengers travelling between Wolverhampton and Stafford have been warned of further disruption following strong winds.

Dame Sarah Mullally installed as First female Archbishop of Canterbury

2026-03-25T20:22:45+00:00

The first female Archbishop of Canterbury addressed a mass congregation of guests at Canterbury Cathedral saying that she prayed for those affected by war.

Historic landmarks to be lit up to make city centre more vibrant and welcoming after dark

2026-03-24T19:07:36+00:00

Two of Wolverhampton’s historic landmarks will be lit up after dark all-year round to make for a more vibrant and safer night out in the city centre.

Youth work programme making big impact in city

2026-03-24T19:05:04+00:00

A new detached youth work programme, delivered as part of a wider package of support for young people at risk of exclusion or offending, is already making a positive impact in key areas of Wolverhampton.

Energy saving home makeover underway as residents invited to join council's neighbourhood pilot project

2026-03-23T23:56:18+00:00

A city property is being transformed into a showcase for warmer, healthier and more energy‑efficient living with lower bills.

Eddie Hall reveals ‘struggle’ of being on inside and how he dealt with confrontation

2026-03-22T23:17:53+00:00

Ahead of his appearance on the newest series of Inside, which starts today, on Netflix, former World’s Strongest Man Eddie Hall discussed his appearance on the show, explaining what he found hardest about living with 12 content creators and reality stars.

West Midlands manufacturing SMEs positioned for global growth after ‘Breaking into Defence’ event

2026-03-22T23:02:10+00:00

More than 60 ambitious manufacturers from the West Midlands gathered recently for a special event designed to accelerate SME participation in international defence markets and to strengthen the UK’s sovereign defence capability.

Birmingham Academy launches free Friday food market

2026-03-21T18:26:26+00:00

City Academy , in Birmingham, part of CORE Education Trust, has launched a food market, a weekly event created to support students and their families, while also extending help to the wider local community.

Manchester Piccadilly's first community garden opens to the public

2026-03-21T18:20:19+00:00

Passengers travelling through Manchester Piccadilly will now have a new space to enjoy as the station's first community garden opens to the public.

More climbing wall sessions added this Easter in Pontllanfraith

2026-03-21T18:17:09+00:00

More climbing wall sessions are being introduced this Easter at the Centre for Skills and Learning in Pontllanfraith, giving families more opportunities to get involved.