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Cadbury World announces new immersive ride for popular Birmingham attraction
Staff Reporter
February 1, 2024
A sweet treat is in store for Cadbury World visitors this year as the popular Birmingham attraction has announced a brand new ride set to launch in spring. Cadbury Chocolate Quest…
West Midlands e-scooter supplier Beryl launches initiative to help users improve riding skills
Staff Reporter
January 31, 2024
West Midlands e-scooter provider, Beryl, is running an initiative to sharpen skills, boost confidence and reinforce the importance of responsible riding, the company has announced. The Scoot Happy Tour offers…
Fresh jobs created as new Poundland store opens in Birmingham Perry Barr
Staff Reporter
January 31, 2024
A brand new Poundland store has opened in Birmingham, creating 20 new jobs in the local community. The new store at is located at the One Stop Shopping in Perry Barr, and…
Birmingham student crowdfunds over £7,000 towards her outstanding tuition fees
Staff Reporter
January 30, 2024
A Birmingham-based student at risk of terminating her studies due to outstanding tuition fees has raised over £7,000 through crowdfunding. International student Joanna Idowu, currently at Birmingham City University (BCU), said she was "grateful" for…
Two men arrested in connection with car key burglary in Solihull
Staff Reporter
January 29, 2024
West Midlands Police have arrested two men after pursuing two suspected stolen cars in Solihull. Officers on patrol spotted a car that was stolen from an address in Shirley and another…
Exhibition showcasing Black Country history celebrates work of late news photographer
Staff Reporter
January 28, 2024
A new photographic exhibition capturing everyday moments of Black Country life from the 1970s and 1980s is set to go on display in Birmingham. Taken from the personal collection of late…
Woman jailed for stealing ex-partner’s car in “savage” street hammer attack
Staff Reporter
January 28, 2024
A woman who stole her ex-partner’s car after luring him into a savage street attack has been jailed. Melissa Parkes joined two men in attacking the victim with a hammer…
“No words for such madness”: George Galloway decries ‘ban’ from Birmingham Palestine protest
Staff Reporter
January 27, 2024
George Galloway has condemned allegedly being banned from addressing a Birmingham pro-Palestine protest, amid claims he was "refused the right to speak" over his views on UK border controls. Attending the…
Man charged after firearm recovered by police in Birmingham
Staff Reporter
January 27, 2024
West Midlands Police have charged a man after a firearm was recovered by officers executing a warrant in Birmingham yesterday. Asif Hussain, aged 31, has appeared before Birmingham Magistrates Court…
Destruction of “iconic” Birmingham Ringway Centre to be reconsidered by council
Staff Reporter
January 26, 2024
Birmingham's historic Ringway Centre, a brutalist landmark, has been granted a reprieve from the wrecking ball. Following strong opposition from campaigners and potential legal challenges, the city council will re-evaluate…