Investors, developers, and local and national government leaders unite to drive forward ambitions to create 1.5 million homes across this Parliament Yesterday in London, over 375 leaders from institutional investors, developers, housebuilders, regeneration specialists, housing associations, and local authorities met with a shared aim of forging partnerships to expand housebuilding and regeneration efforts throughout England. […]
Police have launched a murder investigation after a man was found with fatal injuries on Medway Grove in Kings Norton, Birmingham, this morning. Officers were alerted at around 10:05 am, whereupon they discovered a man with severe injuries. Tragically, he could not be saved. Authorities are working to determine the circumstances and individuals involved in […]
Cost of dropping off friends and family reaches record high as fees increase at Birmingham airport. The cost of dropping off friends and family at Birmingham Airport has reached an all-time high, with new charges coming into effect following the end of the busy summer season. The free parking period at the drop-off car park […]
Birmingham’s much-loved Frankfurt Christmas Market has returned, kicking off the festive season in spectacular style on 1 November. Now in its 24th year, this annual event brings the charm and magic of a traditional German Christmas market to the heart of Birmingham, making it the UK’s finest festive destination. This year’s market boasts 60 beautifully […]
Over 40 dedicated volunteers united for a community clean-up day in Brandwood, led by the Brandwood Neighbourhood Policing Team. The event saw local residents, both young and old, join hands with representatives from various services to uplift community pride and create a safer environment. Amid previous concerns about rubbish fires in the area, volunteers collected […]
A Birmingham man, Abdul Wahab, has been sentenced to 21 years in prison after carrying out a violent hammer attack on a customer in a Sparkhill shop before attempting to evade justice by fleeing the country. The victim, a man in his 20s, suffered life-threatening injuries, including brain bleeding and severe swelling, and required metal […]
Police in Birmingham have arrested multiple individuals and seized illegal fireworks following a night of serious disorder in the city centre. Groups were seen launching fireworks from buildings and into the streets, with some aimed at police officers and vehicles. Officers swiftly responded to the disturbances around Bagot Street and Staniforth Street, implementing a dispersal […]
Two teenagers have been sentenced for the fatal stabbing of Muhammad Ali, 17, who was killed in Victoria Square, Birmingham, earlier this year. The tragic incident occurred on 20 January, when Muhammad and a friend were confronted by two 15-year-old boys near the “Floozie in the Jacuzzi” fountain. Muhammad and his friend, who had met […]
In an inspiring show of community spirit and a love for reading, students at Greenholm Primary School raised over £1,200 during a week-long sponsored reading event. The initiative, held from September 30th to October 7th, not only encouraged young readers to dive into books but also highlighted the importance of literacy support in primary education. […]
A 22-year-old man has tragically died following a suspected drug incident at The Forum on Dale End, Birmingham. On Saturday, 26th October, emergency services responded to reports that three individuals had been taken ill at the city centre venue, reportedly after ingesting drugs. Despite medical intervention, one young man passed away. His family has been […]