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Blue Plaque unveiled at Brum university in honour of Hollywood star Madeleine Carroll
The University of Birmingham has commemorated one of its most distinguished graduates, the actor and humanitarian, Madeleine Carroll, through the unveiling of a new commemorative Blue Plaque. Carroll, who was…
Police appeal after masked burglars break into Balsall Heath house and steal jewellery
West Midlands Police have released images of individuals wanted in connection with a house break-in and burglary in Balsall Heath. Do you recognise anyone from this group? Officers want to speak…
Walsall man arrested by counter terrorism police on suspicion of licence breach
A 36-year-old man has been arrested by West Midlands Counter Terrorism Unit on suspicion of breaching licence conditions. He was arrested on Wednesday 20 November from an address in Walsall.…
Beverley Knight honoured with lifetime achievement award at MBCC Awards
West Midlands soulstress Beverley Knight has been honoured with prestigious lifetime achievement accolade at the Midlands Community and Business Awards in Birmingham. Local stars and community members came together to celebrate local personalities and…
Vegan students tempt meat-eaters with plant-based burgers for World Vegan Month
To celebrate World Vegan Month, students in Birmingham have been handing out plant-based burgers to urge meat-eaters to switch to an animal-friendly diet. Students from University College Birmingham teamed up…
West Midlands Police seizes £1million at Birmingham Airport
More than £1million has been seized over the last year from travellers passing through Birmingham Airport who are suspected of using the port as a gateway to send money abroad…
Police launch murder investigation after man stabbed to death in Lozells
Detectives have launched a murder investigation after a man was fatally stabbed in Lozells this afternoon (November 17). Officers found a man in his 20s with serious injuries in Lozells…
Cameras at the Ready as Chase, Marshall, Rubble and Skye from Paw Patrol to visit Star City!
UPDATE: This event has now been altered and will be attended by popular children's TV characters Peppa Pig and George instead. Star City in Birmingham is hosting a FREE family…
Man jailed after letting his dog savage a cat to death
A man has been jailed after being caught by West Midlands Police on Tuesday for letting his dog savage a cat to death in Pelsall. A cruel yob who let…
Diwali event held at Wolverhampton hotel raises £10,000 for needy in India
More than 500 people of all nationalities and faiths joined in Diwali celebrations at the Ramada Resort Park Hall in Wolverhampton, raising an incredible £10,000 for a local Wolverhampton charity.…