Reggae Icon Apache Indian Wins Major Community Award
Reggae legend Apache Indian receives an Honorary Music Champion award, expressing pride in his Handsworth roots and British identity. Read his inspiring speech.
Reggae legend Apache Indian receives an Honorary Music Champion award, expressing pride in his Handsworth roots and British identity. Read his inspiring speech.
Sandwell Council approves plans to convert the historic Corks Social Club into homes, despite highways officers calling the lack of parking 'unacceptable'. Read the full story.
Nationwide Building Society reports a record-breaking Black Friday with over 7.3 million transactions, a 9.18% surge from 2024. Discover the data and what it means for UK consumers.
Explore the inside of Birmingham's Spring Hill Library, perfectly preserved like a time capsule three years after its controversial closure. Discover the community's fight for its future.
Hannah and Charlie Bird share how they're saving over £100k by building their own home using polystyrene blocks instead of traditional construction methods.
Millions of Nationwide customers must act before March 2026 to qualify for £100 Fairer Share payments. Learn how to secure your bonus and avoid missing out.
Construction restarts on Berwick's £35m community hospital with a new interim contractor after Merit's administration. The NHS trust reassures the community on progress.
Learn how Nationwide Building Society members could secure a £100 bonus payment in 2026 through the Fairer Share scheme. Discover eligibility criteria and key deadlines.
A broken-down tram at Kenrick Park has halted all Midland Metro services between West Bromwich Central and Handsworth Booth Street, causing major disruption. Passengers are advised to use their tickets on National Express West Midlands buses. #Birmingham
Nationwide Building Society members could get a £100 bonus payment in 2026. Find out the simple step you need to take by March to be eligible for the Fairer Share scheme.
A man was shot in the stomach after attempting to buy drugs in Handsworth, Birmingham Crown Court hears. The trial continues as the defendant denies attempted murder.
A former mayor warns Dudley's grade II listed post office, left decaying by an overseas owner, may have to be demolished. Calls grow for urgent action to save the historic building.
A Grade II listed church in Wolverhampton, once at risk of demolition, has been transformed into The Grand Palace, a stunning events venue. Discover this incredible story of restoration and community spirit.
Plans submitted to convert a historic 18th century office building in Meriden into four residential homes. The proposal aims to rescue the property from disrepair and restore its original character.
Solihull Council launches investigation into Castle Bromwich home extension after neighbours and councillor raise serious concerns over demolition work. Read the latest.
Sheffield software firm IntelliAM AI secures £250,000 in new contracts with major building product manufacturers, marking strategic expansion from FMCG sector.
The historic Birmingham Skin Hospital, a Grade II-listed Victorian building, is on the market for £1.5m with permission to be converted into 15 luxury apartments in the city centre.
Join the University of Birmingham's 125th anniversary celebrations with a spectacular lightshow, festive market, and family fun on 3rd December. Discover the historic event.
Endeavour School in Brentwood faces disruption as a DfE construction project fails. MP Alex Burghart vows to intervene. Support local festive businesses.
Plans to convert a Handsworth family home into a six-bedroom HMO face local opposition over anti-social behaviour concerns. Residents say 'we don't want it here'.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to slash the cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £12,000 in the Autumn Budget. Experts warn this could damage the building society ecosystem and lead to higher mortgage rates. Read the full analysis.
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of 19-year-old Yassin Alama, who was fatally stabbed in Handsworth. The accused will appear at Birmingham Magistrates' Court.
Around four million Nationwide building society members could receive £100 Fairer Share bonus payments in 2026. Discover how to make yourself eligible for the potential cash boost.
A derelict mortuary in Staffordshire, complete with its original embalming room, has been purchased for £137,000 and is set to be converted into a unique two-bedroom luxury holiday let.
A former mortuary at the old North Staffordshire Asylum could be transformed into a two-bedroom holiday let. The Grade II Listed building was sold for £137,000.
Two teenagers arrested, one for murder, after 19-year-old Yassin Alama was fatally stabbed in Handsworth Wood. Police are appealing for information.
A male pedestrian suffered serious injuries in a hit-and-run on Radnor Road, Handsworth. Police confirm a man has now come forward. Call 101 with information.
The Bull, a historic 17th Century pub in the desirable Rodington village, is set for auction on December 10 with a £235,000+ guide price. Discover this unique investment opportunity.
Cash-strapped Birmingham City Council is selling the former Birchfield Community Day Nursery in Handsworth at auction on December 10. Guide price is over £300,000 for the 17,513 sq ft site.
A former community nursery in Handsworth, left with toys and collapsed roofs, is set for auction. Birmingham City Council hopes to raise funds from the December 10 sale.