Community News

Dogs from all walks of life are preparing to put their best paws forward, as tickets now go on sale for Crufts 2025, which is returning to the NEC Birmingham, from 6 – 9 March.

Women in Property's Midlands Annual Dinner, held on Thursday 10th October at the iconic Grand Hotel in Birmingham, proved to be a resounding success, raising more than £5,000 for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.

Rail passengers are being advised to check before they travel following a yellow warning for snow and ice from the Met Office in the North West of England.

An Essex homebuilder has made a £500 donation towards the creation of a unique rhino sculpture at Colchester Zoo, marking the 250th anniversary of the Colchester Medical Society.

A leading social entrepreneur has called on construction leaders to engage more with young people and communities to ensure they deliver greater social value in the West Midlands.

In recognition of Anti-Bullying Week (11th to 15th November), Barratt and David Wilson Homes has donated a buddy bench to Cringleford Prep in Norwich, encouraging students to form friendships and show respect.

Leading West Midlands new homes provider Bromford further supported the Brierley Hill community recently, with a donation to the Black Country Foodbank.

Birmingham City Council is seeking feedback on proposals to charge for parking at three of its parks: Sheldon Country Park; Lickey Hills Country Park; and Sutton Park.

Chasetown-based company, Tara Group, will be hosting an evening of free entertainment and festive fun on Thursday 28th November at Chasetown High Street’s Christmas lights switch-on.

The City of Wolverhampton Council is joining a national campaign to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) and keep residents safe.

F1 Arcade Birmingham has won the award for the ‘Bar of the Year’ at the 9th annual Birmingham Awards 2024.

A former author and resident at a care home in Sutton Coldfield hosted a writing session for local children.

Armed Forces veterans in Wolverhampton can now enjoy free bus travel and discounted rail travel.

easyJet has celebrated a ‘high five’ this week with the launch its first flights and package holidays from Birmingham Airport to Marrakesh, Reykjavik, Hurghada, Prague and Krakow. 

Worcester Cathedral is offering young singers across Worcester and beyond the opportunity to join two of its choirs this autumn. 

A memorial plaque in honour of staff from the Midland Railway Loco department who fought in World War I has been officially rededicated at Birmingham New Street.