Stafford ranks as England's fifth most educated town
A new study reveals Stafford is the fifth most educated major town in England, excelling in GCSE results and graduate numbers. See where your area ranks.
A new study reveals Stafford is the fifth most educated major town in England, excelling in GCSE results and graduate numbers. See where your area ranks.
Birmingham, the UK's second-largest city, has been ranked 8th out of 20 in The Telegraph's new city ranking. Liverpool took the top spot. Discover the full list and analysis.
Property values in Stafford jumped 12% last year, the second highest rise in the UK. Discover what this means for homeowners and the local market.
An 18-year-old from Birmingham has been sentenced to two years and nine months in prison after being caught dealing crack cocaine and heroin in Burton-on-Trent. Read the full court details.
Kirsty Rigby, 34, found guilty of possessing an offensive weapon after police discovered a banned zombie knife and extendable baton in a Stafford property. Sentencing set for April.
Ofsted has abolished its controversial one-word school ratings, introducing a detailed 'report card' system from January 2026. Discover how this change aims to provide a fairer picture for parents and schools.
A major fire at a vape shop in Stafford town centre forced road closures and evacuations. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours. No injuries reported.
Birmingham's historic Digbeth district has been ranked among the seven coolest neighbourhoods in the UK. Discover its vibrant street art, creative scene, and ancient roots.
Gareth Stark admitted killing his three-month-old son, Leon, who died in hospital in October 2023. The 38-year-old will be sentenced at Stafford Crown Court.
Mehmet Ogur, 27, convicted of raping an 18-year-old in a park. The Kurdish-born asylum seeker was living in a Tamworth hotel. Read the full court details.
The identities of three teenagers who murdered Peter Cairns in a random Telford stabbing are revealed. Read the full story of the tragic case and the life sentences.
A 62-year-old man has died after being struck by a car on the A449 Stafford Road in Wolverhampton. Police are appealing for dashcam footage and witnesses.
A pedestrian has died after a collision on the A449 Stafford Road in Wolverhampton. Police are investigating and appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A 62-year-old man died after being hit by a car on the A449 in Wolverhampton. A 30-year-old driver was arrested on suspicion of drink or drug driving. Police are appealing for witnesses.
A serious collision has closed the southbound A449 Stafford Road in Wolverhampton's Bushbury area. Police advise avoiding the area and seeking alternative routes.
Adam McLaughlan, 34, has been sentenced to six years for 14 counts of child sexual assault in Staffordshire. Police praise the bravery of survivors who came forward.
Staffordshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a security guard was assaulted outside Casa cocktail bar in Stafford. Footage of the October incident is circulating on social media.
Exclusive: Over 150 teachers barred for sexual misconduct since 2015, yet none have lost their taxpayer-funded pensions. Calls grow for urgent government action.
Stafford in the West Midlands saw the UK's second highest house price rise, adding over £34,000 to average values. Discover the regional trends and expert advice for buyers.
Deb Millar, Hull College's digital transformation director, receives an OBE for her exceptional services to education and pioneering work in AI and digital inclusion. Discover her inspiring journey.
Birmingham has secured the 30th spot in the prestigious Europe's 100 Best Cities ranking for 2025. Discover what earned Brum its place among the continent's elite.
Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property towns for 2025, with Plymouth leading and two West Midlands locations making the list. Discover the full ranking and price growth.
A Which? blind taste test reveals supermarket own-brand cheddars from Tesco and M&S beat Cathedral City. See the full ranking and save money on your Christmas shop.
A blind taste test by Which? has revealed the best cheddar cheeses for Christmas. Find out which supermarket own-brand beat the famous Cathedral City.
Andrew Davies, 58, of Penkhull, is sentenced for a string of historic child sex offences. Staffordshire Police praise survivors' bravery and urge others to come forward.
Chatten Free School in Witham is transforming lives by providing vital work experience for autistic students with complex needs. Local businesses are urged to help create meaningful community roles.
A new enterprise hub in Essex, Hope Park, is creating vital career pathways for young adults with learning difficulties, challenging the shocking 95% unemployment rate. Discover how this project is changing lives.
Pupils at Larchwood Primary in Brentwood are shaping their school's future as junior governors, digital leaders, and eco champions. Discover how these roles build citizenship.
Larchwood Primary in Brentwood invites parents to read with pupils each term, fostering a love of books and boosting vocabulary. Headteacher Steve Bowsher shares the success story.
The Department for Education confirms a £50m free school in Walsall, creating 1000 places. Windsor Academy Trust will deliver the project, which faces local opposition over its Reedswood Park site.