Community News

A West Midlands housing association marked this year’s International Women’s Day by highlighting the leadership within its female workforce, including Katie Gilmartin, who is accelerating positive action in inclusion, sustainable homes, and leading the charge for women in the housing and development industries.

A train-loving lad from Walsall had a birthday treat going behind the scenes at the signalling hub which keeps the West Midlands railway moving.

Passengers travelling between London Euston and Scotland are being advised to plan their journeys in advance over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend.

As International Women’s Day (8th March) shines a spotlight on accelerating gender equality, Barratt Homes is celebrating one of its newest apprentices who is forging a career in construction at The Hawthorns development in Mansfield.

Railway safety teams have returned to Crufts to help competitors, visitors, and their four-legged friends stay safe at level crossings.

Award-winning British-Irish author Kit de Waal will mark the publication of her latest book, ‘Best of Everything’, with a special event at Artum, Hockley Social Club, on Monday 14 April 2025.

More than 300 privately owned properties in Wolverhampton, that had stood empty for years, have been transformed into family homes thanks to the efforts of the council.

This International Women's Day, Jackery celebrates the strength and adventurous spirit of women everywhere, as everyone believes that every woman should have the freedom to explore and live life on her own terms.

Severn Valley Railway will be the first stop for a unique train on a 12-month tour of Britain celebrating 200 years of the modern railway.

An Oxfordshire housebuilder has recently made a donation of books to Stanford Coffee Shop, a cherished community gathering place in Stanford in the Vale.

A planning application for City Centre West, Wolverhampton’s largest regeneration opportunity, has been approved by the local planning authority.

An Essex-based charity which provides specialist care for individuals with incurable conditions and their families has received a donation of £1,500 from Chelmsford-based Barratt and David Wilson Homes.

On Sunday 16 March 2025 Professor Brian Cox and Composer, Jeff Wayne, join forces to host the world's biggest YouTube streamed discussion about life on Mars.

Exciting improvements have been made to the swimming facilities at Risca Leisure Centre, with the installation of a brand-new water activity wall and infant slide, enhancing the experience for young swimmers and families.

Filling potholes, tackling fly tipping and creating a more vibrant city centre are among the top priorities for the City of Wolverhampton Council as it plans for the year ahead.

Severn Trent customers are saving themselves thousands of litres of water with almost 4,000 using the water company’s Vyn (Video Your Notes) platform since its introduction last year.