Community News

A Wolverhampton charity is launching a new scheme to help residents in the city learn skills which could change their lives, while restoring unwanted bicycles.

In recognition of the outstanding contributions made by the Friends of Rookery Park group to the local community, the McCarthy Stone Foundation has donated £500 to support the transformation of the park’s gardens.

In the run up to Halloween, Severn Trent’s Stickleback is getting into the spirit of the season with a creepy-crawly new name, The Spider, as it continues to spin its web of protection across the Midlands sewer network.

Showcasing against the backdrop of Black History Month, the ‘Nigerian Modernism’ art exhibition is showing with a large-scale show at the UK’s first exhibition charting the development of modern art across the west African country and its diaspora.

Residents and visitors gathered along Kenton Road afternoon to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Kenton Festive Lights Switch-On, organised by the Kenton Area Traders’ Association.

Black History Month puts the spotlight on Emma Dabiri - a sought-after speaker, known for her insightful and thought-provoking discussions on race, gender, colonialism, and cultural issues.

Billions will be unlocked to build affordable homes, power communities and connect the countryside, as the Chancellor joins forces with pension providers and insurers to drive growth in every region.

As one of the most anticipated events in the Indian calendar, the Festival of Light – or Diwali - is set to bring Hindus worldwide together to enjoy music, dance performances and delicious street food.

Young people in Haringey are making history in a bold step towards empowering the next generation of changemakers.

A key milestone has been reached in the transformation of St Thomas’ Gardens – an intergenerational residential community in Stockport that is repurposing a long-derelict Grade II listed hospital into a new neighbourhood.

City of Wolverhampton Council has announced a new parking offer to support the city centre’s night-time businesses.

Women across Ireland are driving a national shift towards retraining and returning to work, according to new research commissioned by Forus Training.

Transport for Wales and Network Rail are working together to keep people moving this autumn and winter.

This Christmas, Worcester Cathedral is delighted to unveil a heartfelt new addition to its beloved Christmas Tree Festival: Dedication Trees - a meaningful way to honour loved ones, celebrate someone special, or simply give thanks during the festive season.

The United Kingdom has announced that it will host the 17th Replenishment pledging session of the African Development Fund (ADF)in December.

A new film shows that fostering can help children win more than just a race.