Author Archives: Staff Reporter
Palestine Action activists vandalise Tamworth warehouse to protest “Israeli state-terror”
Staff Reporter
August 8, 2022 | 03:00 pm
Pro-Palestinian activists have staged a rooftop protest at a packaging factory in Tamworth, vandalising the building in protest at its supposed links with Israeli arms, they claim. Daubing red paint across…
Three youths found guilty of shooting and paralysing teenage boy in Birmingham
Staff Reporter
August 3, 2022 | 05:48 pm
Three people have been found guilty of shooting and paralysing a 13-year-old boy in a brutal attack which took place in Hockley, Birmingham. Zidann Edwards and Diago Anderson, both 20,…
BBC Midlands HQ to move from Mailbox to new Digbeth base, broadcaster announces
Staff Reporter
August 3, 2022 | 05:00 pm
The BBC has unveiled plans to move its main Birmingham base to the new creative quarter in Digbeth from 2026. Currently based at The Mailbox, BBC Midlands will relocate to…
WHAT’S ON: Family fun for kids at Midlands Arts Centre in Brum
Staff Reporter
August 2, 2022 | 08:35 pm
Over the next few months, the Midlands Arts Centre (MAC) has a jam-packed schedule to help keep little ones entertained this August and September. From Theatre, to Cinema screenings, Sing-A-Long sessions…
Brummie mascot Perry reaches over 100 appearances at Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games
Staff Reporter
August 2, 2022 | 01:54 pm
Perry the Brummie mascot has been having a brilliant time at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, reaching a milestone of 100 appearances across the Games already. You may have spotted him…
Music stars Raye and Becky Hill to perform at Birmingham 2022 Beach Volleyball tournament
Staff Reporter
August 2, 2022 | 11:26 am
International singer-songwriter Raye and British singer Becky Hill will both perform at the Birmingham 2022 Beach Volleyball this week. Ray will be performing at the Smithfield site on Thursday 4 August with a live set…
Glamorous nightclub in Birmingham to ‘close for weeks’ following major water leak
Staff Reporter
August 2, 2022 | 10:17 am
Late-night Birmingham LGBTQ bar and nightclub Glamorous is to close its doors for "potentially a month" following serious internal damage to the venue. Management at the establishment announced they could not continue…
LGBTQ+ Commonwealth protest held in Birmingham during Queen’s Baton Relay
Staff Reporter
July 28, 2022 | 05:52 pm
Protests were held today as the Queen’s Baton arrived at Aston Hall in Birmingham on its final stop before entering Alexander Stadium for the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony this evening.…
Birmingham trials first zero-emissions all-electric bin lorry across city’s Clean Air Zone
Staff Reporter
July 27, 2022 | 10:12 am
In the latest step to reduce emissions from road traffic to combat climate change and help people live healthier lives, Birmingham City Council has begun trials of its first all-electric…
Manchester Pride announces Superbia line-up 2022 showcase
Staff Reporter
July 19, 2022 | 12:30 pm
Manchester Pride has announced the line-up for Superbia, a series of arts and culture events as part of the Manchester Pride Festival taking place from 24th – 28th August. Superbia…