Communityhttps://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/news/community/feed/atom/2026-03-27T16:37:03+00:00Phoenix NewspaperThe Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next GenerationCan ewe believe it? Baa-Bara makes a comeback!2026-03-26T22:07:57+00:002026-03-26T22:07:57+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/can-ewe-believe-it-baa-bara-makes-a-comebackSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM123_-_Can_ewe_believe_it.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM123_-_Can_ewe_believe_it.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
Iconic Brief Encounter clock returns to Carnforth Station after restoration2026-03-26T21:39:09+00:002026-03-26T21:39:09+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/iconic-brief-encounter-clock-returns-to-carnforth-station-after-restorationSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM11_-_Iconic_Brief_Encounter_clock_returns_to_Carnforth_Station_after_restoration.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM11_-_Iconic_Brief_Encounter_clock_returns_to_Carnforth_Station_after_restoration.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
Save on Easter childcare egg-spenses in the West Midlands with Tax-Free Childcare2026-03-26T21:34:24+00:002026-03-26T21:34:24+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/save-on-easter-childcare-egg-spenses-in-the-west-midlands-with-tax-free-childcareSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Save_on_Easter_childcare_egg-spenses_in_the_West_Midlands_with_Tax-Free_Childcare.png" /></p><p>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.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Save_on_Easter_childcare_egg-spenses_in_the_West_Midlands_with_Tax-Free_Childcare.png" /></p><p>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.</p>
UK’s only bonobo troop explore new habitat for first time at Twycross Zoo2026-03-26T21:31:14+00:002026-03-26T21:31:14+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/uks-only-bonobo-troop-explore-new-habitat-for-first-time-at-twycross-zooSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM12_-_UKs_only_bonobo_troop_explore_new_habitat_for_first_time_at_Twycross_Zoo1.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM12_-_UKs_only_bonobo_troop_explore_new_habitat_for_first_time_at_Twycross_Zoo1.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
BHX unveils its Icons Wall2026-03-25T20:36:37+00:002026-03-25T20:36:37+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/bhx-unveils-its-icons-wallSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_BHX_unveils_its_Icons_Wall.jpg" /></p><p>Birmingham Airport (BHX) unveiled its Icons Wall – the new art installation located after security showcasing talent from across the West Midlands.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_BHX_unveils_its_Icons_Wall.jpg" /></p><p>Birmingham Airport (BHX) unveiled its Icons Wall – the new art installation located after security showcasing talent from across the West Midlands.</p>
New picture released of multi-million-pound improvement plan for Halesowen town centre2026-03-25T20:31:50+00:002026-03-25T20:31:50+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/new-picture-released-of-multi-million-pound-improvement-plan-for-halesowen-town-centreSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_New_picture_released_of_multi-million-pound_improvement_plan_for_Halesowen_town_centre11.jpg" /></p><p>A new artist’s impression has been released showing a £20 million package of improvements for Halesowen town centre.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_New_picture_released_of_multi-million-pound_improvement_plan_for_Halesowen_town_centre11.jpg" /></p><p>A new artist’s impression has been released showing a £20 million package of improvements for Halesowen town centre.</p>
Passengers advised to plan ahead as disruption between Wolverhampton and Stafford continues2026-03-25T20:27:29+00:002026-03-25T20:27:29+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/passengers-advised-to-plan-ahead-as-disruption-between-wolverhampton-and-stafford-continuesSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM121_-_Passengers_advised_to_plan_ahead_as_disruption_between_Wolverhampton_and_Stafford_continues.jpg" /></p><p>Passengers travelling between Wolverhampton and Stafford have been warned of further disruption following strong winds.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM121_-_Passengers_advised_to_plan_ahead_as_disruption_between_Wolverhampton_and_Stafford_continues.jpg" /></p><p>Passengers travelling between Wolverhampton and Stafford have been warned of further disruption following strong winds.</p>
Dame Sarah Mullally installed as First female Archbishop of Canterbury 2026-03-25T20:22:45+00:002026-03-25T20:22:45+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/dame-sarah-mullally-installed-as-first-female-archbishop-of-canterburySuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM-RELIG_-_Dame_Sarah_Mullally_installed_as_First_female_Archbishop_of_Canterbury.png" /></p><p>The first female Archbishop of Canterbury addressed a mass congregation of guests at Canterbury Cathedral saying that she prayed for those affected by war.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM-RELIG_-_Dame_Sarah_Mullally_installed_as_First_female_Archbishop_of_Canterbury.png" /></p><p>The first female Archbishop of Canterbury addressed a mass congregation of guests at Canterbury Cathedral saying that she prayed for those affected by war.</p>
Historic landmarks to be lit up to make city centre more vibrant and welcoming after dark2026-03-24T19:07:36+00:002026-03-24T19:07:36+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/historic-landmarks-to-be-lit-up-to-make-city-centre-more-vibrant-and-welcoming-after-darkSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Historic_landmarks_to_be_lit_up_to_make_city_centre_more_vibrant_and_welcoming_after_dark.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Historic_landmarks_to_be_lit_up_to_make_city_centre_more_vibrant_and_welcoming_after_dark.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
Youth work programme making big impact in city2026-03-24T19:05:04+00:002026-03-24T19:05:04+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/youth-work-programme-making-big-impact-in-citySuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/12COM12.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/12COM12.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
Energy saving home makeover underway as residents invited to join council's neighbourhood pilot project2026-03-23T23:56:18+00:002026-03-23T23:56:18+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/energy-saving-home-makeover-underway-as-residents-invited-to-join-council-s-neighbourhood-pilot-projectSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Energy_saving_home_makeover_underway_as_residents_invited_to_join_councils_neighbourhood_pilot_project.png" /></p><p>A city property is being transformed into a showcase for warmer, healthier and more energy‑efficient living with lower bills.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Energy_saving_home_makeover_underway_as_residents_invited_to_join_councils_neighbourhood_pilot_project.png" /></p><p>A city property is being transformed into a showcase for warmer, healthier and more energy‑efficient living with lower bills.</p>
Eddie Hall reveals ‘struggle’ of being on inside and how he dealt with confrontation2026-03-22T23:17:53+00:002026-03-22T23:17:53+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/eddie-hall-reveals-struggle-of-being-on-inside-and-how-he-dealt-with-confrontationSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM111_-_Eddie_Hall_reveals_struggle_of_being_on_Inside_and_how_he_dealt_with_confrontation.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM111_-_Eddie_Hall_reveals_struggle_of_being_on_Inside_and_how_he_dealt_with_confrontation.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
West Midlands manufacturing SMEs positioned for global growth after ‘Breaking into Defence’ event2026-03-22T23:02:10+00:002026-03-22T23:02:10+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/west-midlands-manufacturing-smes-positioned-for-global-growth-after-breaking-into-defence-eventSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_West_Midlands_manufacturing_SMEs_positioned_for_global_growth_after_Breaking_into_Defence_event1.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_West_Midlands_manufacturing_SMEs_positioned_for_global_growth_after_Breaking_into_Defence_event1.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
Birmingham Academy launches free Friday food market2026-03-21T18:26:26+00:002026-03-21T18:26:26+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/birmingham-academy-launches-free-friday-food-marketSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Birmingham_academy_launches_free_Friday_food_market11.jpg" /></p><p><a href="https://www.corecity.academy/">City Academy</a><a href="https://www.corearena.academy/">,</a> in Birmingham, part of<a href="https://core-education.co.uk/"> CORE Education Trust,</a> has launched a food market, a weekly event created to support students and their families, while also extending help to the wider local community.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Birmingham_academy_launches_free_Friday_food_market11.jpg" /></p><p><a href="https://www.corecity.academy/">City Academy</a><a href="https://www.corearena.academy/">,</a> in Birmingham, part of<a href="https://core-education.co.uk/"> CORE Education Trust,</a> has launched a food market, a weekly event created to support students and their families, while also extending help to the wider local community.</p>
Manchester Piccadilly's first community garden opens to the public2026-03-21T18:20:19+00:002026-03-21T18:20:19+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/manchester-piccadilly-s-first-community-garden-opens-to-the-publicSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Manchester_Piccadillys_first_community_garden_opens_to_the_public11.jpg" /></p><p>Passengers travelling through Manchester Piccadilly will now have a new space to enjoy as the station's first community garden opens to the public.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Manchester_Piccadillys_first_community_garden_opens_to_the_public11.jpg" /></p><p>Passengers travelling through Manchester Piccadilly will now have a new space to enjoy as the station's first community garden opens to the public.</p>
More climbing wall sessions added this Easter in Pontllanfraith2026-03-21T18:17:09+00:002026-03-21T18:17:09+00:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/more-climbing-wall-sessions-added-this-easter-in-pontllanfraithSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_More_climbing_wall_sessions_added_this_Easter_in_Pontllanfraith1.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_More_climbing_wall_sessions_added_this_Easter_in_Pontllanfraith1.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p>