Community https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/table/news/community/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:34:06 +0000 The Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next Generation en-gb Solicitors help raise thousands for Worcester Cathedral through Will writing initiative https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/solicitors-help-raise-thousands-for-worcester-cathedral-through-will-writing-initiative https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/solicitors-help-raise-thousands-for-worcester-cathedral-through-will-writing-initiative

During the summer months Worcester Cathedral joined forces with leading local solicitors to offer its supporters the opportunity to write or update their Will in exchange for a donation to the Cathedral.

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Community Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:40:17 +0000
Kendrick Homes launches new helpline to help first time buyers https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/kendrick-homes-launches-new-helpline-to-help-first-time-buyers https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/kendrick-homes-launches-new-helpline-to-help-first-time-buyers

First time buyers across the West Midlands and the South West have been given a boost this week, with one of the UK’s oldest homebuilders launching a dedicated new helpline.

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Community Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:32:59 +0000
Ramadan night back on in Birmingham for cultural market celebrations https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/ramadan-night-back-on-in-birmingham-for-cultural-market-celebrations https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/ramadan-night-back-on-in-birmingham-for-cultural-market-celebrations

For a second year now, Ramadan Streets returned to Birmingham, where people of all backgrounds were invited to a five-day cultural night market celebrating the spirit, community and shared experience of Ramadan.

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Community Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:27:09 +0000
Planning overhaul must spread growth evenly, says RTPI https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/planning-overhaul-must-spread-growth-evenly-says-rtpi https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/planning-overhaul-must-spread-growth-evenly-says-rtpi

England’s most significant planning reform in more than a decade must be carefully implemented to ensure it benefits communities across the country, according to the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).

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Community Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:40:07 +0000
Figure reveals critical shortage of foster carers https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/figure-reveals-critical-shortage-of-foster-carers https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/figure-reveals-critical-shortage-of-foster-carers

Urgent action is needed to address the crisis in foster care, as new figures from The Fostering Network show there remains a significant shortage in carers across the UK.

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Community Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:36:29 +0000
Aviation expert named Ambassador of the Year for putting the West Midlands on the global map https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/aviation-expert-named-ambassador-of-the-year-for-putting-the-west-midlands-on-the-global-map https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/aviation-expert-named-ambassador-of-the-year-for-putting-the-west-midlands-on-the-global-map

A trailblazer in autonomous innovation in the aviation sector has been named Ambassador of the Year at a major awards evening.

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Community Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:08:24 +0000
Date set for reopening of Stockport’s Greek Street roundabout https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/date-set-for-reopening-of-stockports-greek-street-roundabout https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/date-set-for-reopening-of-stockports-greek-street-roundabout

Road users in Stockport have been advised that the Greek Street roundabout will be reopening in just over three weeks’ time, following extensive improvements to the railway below.

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Community Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:28:55 +0000
Big Open Weekend of free activities returns to Birmingham leisure centres https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/big-open-weekend-of-free-activities-returns-to-birmingham-leisure-centres https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/big-open-weekend-of-free-activities-returns-to-birmingham-leisure-centres

Birmingham Community Leisure Trust (BCLT) has announced the return of its Big Open Weekend, offering two days of free fitness taster sessions, classes, events and more for the whole family to enjoy on March 7th and 8th.

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Community Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:01:56 +0000
Petition sent to Buckingham Palace to save UK's oldest Indian restaurant https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/petition-sent-to-buckingham-palace-to-save-uk-s-oldest-indian-restaurant https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/petition-sent-to-buckingham-palace-to-save-uk-s-oldest-indian-restaurant

Campaigners took a petition to Buckingham Palace to call on King Charles to stop the closure of the UK's oldest surviving Indian restaurant.

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Community Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:45:56 +0000
Council invests additional £250,000 to help fight fly tipping in the city https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/council-invests-additional-%C2%A3250000-to-help-fight-fly-tipping-in-the-city https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/council-invests-additional-%C2%A3250000-to-help-fight-fly-tipping-in-the-city

A cash injection of more than £250,000 will be invested by City of Wolverhampton Council as it continues its fight against fly tipping.

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Community Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:09:19 +0000
Searches for ‘front garden driveways’ surge 281% as parking pressure hits the doorstep https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/searches-for-front-garden-driveways-surge-281-as-parking-pressure-hits-the-doorstep https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/searches-for-front-garden-driveways-surge-281-as-parking-pressure-hits-the-doorstep

Average monthly searches for converting front gardens into driveways have surged by 281% in the past year, as more households look to carve out extra parking space at home.

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Community Sun, 22 Feb 2026 23:00:45 +0000
Walsall pub reopens following £299k investment https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/walsall-pub-reopens-following-%C2%A3299k-investment https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/walsall-pub-reopens-following-%C2%A3299k-investment

The Old House at Home is now open, boasting an investment of over £299,600, which has transformed the well-loved community pub to feature a host of exciting upgrades.

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Community Sat, 21 Feb 2026 20:39:49 +0000
Birmingham Airport lands at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/birmingham-airport-lands-at-legoland-discovery-centre https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/birmingham-airport-lands-at-legoland-discovery-centre

Birmingham Airport (BHX) has landed at the region’s LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and will feature minifigures of real airport colleagues as part of a campaign aimed at shining a spotlight on the incredible work that goes into ‘building’ travel experiences. 

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Community Sat, 21 Feb 2026 20:33:38 +0000
Sutton Coldfield care home marks anniversary in true vintage style https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/sutton-coldfield-care-home-marks-anniversary-in-true-vintage-style https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/sutton-coldfield-care-home-marks-anniversary-in-true-vintage-style

A care home in Sutton Coldfield opened its doors to the community to toast its latest milestone with a party inspired by the 1960s and 1970s.

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Community Sat, 21 Feb 2026 20:26:01 +0000
Are renovation costs really falling? Experts invite homeowners to look closer https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/are-renovation-costs-really-falling-experts-invite-homeowners-to-look-closer https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/are-renovation-costs-really-falling-experts-invite-homeowners-to-look-closer

News by Checkatrade that renovation costs have dropped by 25% since 2023 might be welcomed by many homeowners who have delayed projects amid rising inflation and economic uncertainty.

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Community Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:06:34 +0000
Range of 24 new council homes close to completion in Low Hill https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/range-of-24-new-council-homes-close-to-completion-in-low-hill https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/range-of-24-new-council-homes-close-to-completion-in-low-hill

A range of 24 new City of Wolverhampton Council homes are close to completion on a site in Low Hill - with local residents set to move in in the coming months.

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Community Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:29:40 +0000