The Range and Wilko shut all shops for 48 hours at Christmas
The Range and Wilko will close all 280 UK stores on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, giving staff an extended festive break. Find your local opening times here.
The Range and Wilko will close all 280 UK stores on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, giving staff an extended festive break. Find your local opening times here.
Construction on five new West Midlands stations, including Kings Heath and Moseley, is finished. Passenger services will begin in early 2026, ending decades-long waits.
The Range has been ordered to pay over £412,000 after mice and rats were found gnawing Easter eggs and leaving droppings across a Midlands store. Read the full details of the hygiene breach.
Morrisons is handing out over 27 tonnes of free 'Nally Wonky' carrots this Saturday, December 20, to help families feed Rudolph. The festive giveaway supports British farmers and reduces food waste.
New data reveals Birmingham streets with the most fines for Blue Badge misuse. Over 20,000 penalties issued since 2022, impacting disabled parking access. Read the full report.
A man was assaulted by five masked men on motorbikes while walking his dogs in Stourport-on-Severn. Police are appealing for witnesses to the shocking midday attack.
The biannual Heath Bookshop Literature and Music Festival returns to Kings Heath, Birmingham, 15-19 April 2026. Featuring Max Porter, Mike Joyce, and new commissions. Book tickets now!
A 21-hour snow onslaught is forecast to sweep the UK from December 15. Discover the timeline, hardest-hit areas, and why bookies have slashed White Christmas odds.
Boubacar Kamara's stunning long-range goal secures Aston Villa's eighth successive home win, moving them to third. Discover the stats that embarrass Wolves.
Danny Francis sentenced to 7 years for killing Benjamin Worrall, 17, in a hit-and-run after consuming 11 pints of cider. Read the full tragic story.
A Birmingham man has been sentenced after police discovered a huge weapons cache, including 50 knives and a 3D-printed firearm. Read the full shocking details of the case.
Springfield Road in Kings Heath remains closed after a sinkhole emerged during resurfacing work, causing major traffic disruption. Read the latest updates and resident reactions.
A 17-year-old boy has been charged after police were called to reports of children with knives in the Shannon Road area of Kings Norton, Birmingham.
The Met Office has released its festive forecast. Discover the likelihood of a white Christmas in 2025 and the expected weather patterns across the UK.
The Met Office's early forecast suggests a White Christmas is improbable for the UK, predicting above-average temperatures and unsettled conditions for December.
West Midlands Police issue an urgent appeal to find Cathleen, 38, missing from Kings Heath. She drives a black Nissan. Call 999 with info.
Hundreds of hungry locals queued in freezing temperatures as H.M Shawarma gave away free food to celebrate its Kings Heath opening. Discover the menu and community reaction.
Homebase launches real Christmas trees in over 250 The Range stores, rivalling Tesco and Morrisons. Choose from three sustainably grown UK varieties starting at £19.99.
The new Nissan Leaf, built in Sunderland, now qualifies for the £3,750 government EV grant. Boasting a 386-mile range, it offers an accessible route to electric motoring. Discover the benefits.
Kings of Leon, Neil Young and The Coral lead the line-up for the brand new State Fayre music festival in Chelmsford. Get your tickets from 28th November.
A Dunstable warehouse worker wept after winning an £80,000 Range Rover for just 22p. Discover how Daniel Bulai's life was changed by BOTB's prize draw.
The Range has opened a new home and garden store in Oldbury, featuring a Garden Centre by Homebase. First 50 customers received goodie bags. Discover the new one-stop shop now!
A 14-year-old boy was arrested in Kings Norton on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon and Class-B drugs after a police chase. Read more on this Birmingham incident.
The Range confirms Homebase is stocking real Christmas trees in 200 UK stores. Find Nordman Fir, Fraser Fir & more, sustainably grown for festive cheer!
West Midlands Police have arrested three suspects following a terrifying knifepoint robbery targeting a teenage boy in Birmingham's Kings Heath area. The victim was threatened with a blade before having his possessions stolen in broad daylight.
Birmingham's food scene gets a delicious upgrade as Toasty food hall prepares to launch near the city's famous Christmas Market, offering gourmet toasties and festive treats.
Celebrated volunteer Carol receives two prestigious awards for her outstanding 15-year commitment to Braintree's theatrical community at the Kings Community Church.
Marks & Spencer launches Christmas food collection months ahead of schedule as Brits plan earlier celebrations. Discover the festive favourites available now.
A spectacular gourmet fundraising evening in Shepshed has generated over £2,600 for Home-Start Charnwood, bringing vital support to local families facing challenges.