Fire tears through iconic UB40 Eagle and Tun pub in Digbeth
The legendary Eagle and Tun pub in New Canal Street in Birmingham - which famously appeared on a UB40 album cover - is reportedly battling a fire tonight as local streets…
Star-studded line-up dazzles as Birmingham kick-starts Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour
Fan-favourites from popular BBC One show Strictly Come Dancing sashayed their way on to the dance floor in Birmingham today, to kick off the eagerly-anticipated live tour. Stars of the recent series…
Huge fire breaks out at African Village restaurant in Perry Barr
A catastrophic fire has broken out at the African Village restaurant in Perry Barr tonight which has resulted in major damage to the premises. The Birmingham venue, previously known as…
Birmingham cars to be banned from driving through city centre, according to new council plans
Private cars are to be banned from driving through Birmingham city centre under new plans to cut pollution. Set out in a newly published transport plan, vehicles are expected to be able to…
Mayor Andy Street to shine spotlight on unsung heroes in Community Champion awards
The search is on for the unsung heroes of the West Midlands who are making a difference to other people's lives. Mayor of the West Midlands Andy Street today launched…
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