Birmingham greengrocer fights closure after 55 years
John Ward, 76, says his Stirchley greengrocer J&H Ward beats supermarkets on price and quality. He warns the community must support him now or the shop will close for good.
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Aston Villa target Christian Pulisic in £20m deal
Aston Villa show concrete interest in signing USA star Christian Pulisic from AC Milan. The £20m winger recorded 29 goal contributions last season. Could he boost Villa's Champions League push?
River Island to Close Altrincham Store Amid Restructuring
River Island is shutting its Altrincham store in a major restructuring plan, with 71 more UK locations at risk. Discover the full list of closures and the reasons behind the high street exodus.
Claire's closes Richmond store amid UK administration
Claire's accessories store vanishes from Richmond high street as part of major closures following US bankruptcy and UK administration. Find your nearest store.
New M&S and Greggs drive-thru approved for Burton
Plans for a major expansion of Shobnall Retail Park in Burton have been approved, bringing a new M&S, a drive-thru Greggs, and a 24-lane bowling alley. The development will create 150 jobs and add 400 parking spaces. Discover the full details of this exci
Aston Villa's pivotal five-game run for top four
Aston Villa sit just one point off the Premier League top four. We analyse their next five crucial fixtures against Leeds, Wolves, and more. Can they secure Champions League football?
2025 Pride of Gedling Awards Winners Announced
Discover the inspiring winners of the 2025 Pride of Gedling Awards, celebrating local heroes and community champions across Nottinghamshire. Read their remarkable stories now!
Complete I'm A Celebrity Winners List 2001-2024
Discover every King and Queen of the jungle from I'm A Celebrity history. Full list of winners and runners-up from Tony Blackburn to Danny Jones.
Aston Villa consider Ivan Toney transfer move
Aston Villa could sign Ivan Toney from Al Ahli to challenge Ollie Watkins. The prolific striker offers a different style as Villa push for Champions League football.
Shoe Zone closes fan-favourite Rhyl store
Shoe Zone begins clearance sale as it shuts its Rhyl branch, part of a wider retail crisis hitting UK high streets. Discover the full impact and store closure list.
UK retail growth slows as households await Labour Budget
UK retail sales growth slowed to 1.6% in October as cautious households cut spending ahead of expected tax rises in the Labour Autumn Budget. Discover how this affects Christmas shopping.
Onana rejected Man Utd for Aston Villa transfer
Amadou Onana turned down Manchester United's last-minute approach to honour his word to Aston Villa in a £50m transfer coup. Discover the inside story behind his decision.
Welsh Retail Footfall Surges 7.1% in March
New data reveals Welsh retail is outperforming other UK nations with significant footfall increases in March 2024, offering hope for high streets and shopping centres.
Welsh Business Demands Stronger Government Champions
Business leaders across Wales are calling for a fundamental shift in government approach, demanding genuine advocacy and practical support to unlock the nation's economic potential.
Aston Villa's Pau Torres returns to training
Unai Emery's Champions League push gets major lift as Pau Torres returns to training ahead of crucial Premier League run-in
Matalan Ends Online Returns in Major Policy Shift
In a bold retail shake-up, fashion giant Matalan announces it will stop accepting returns for online purchases, joining a growing industry trend to cut costs and reduce environmental impact.
Barkley Inspires Villa's European Push
Aston Villa's resurgence continues as Ross Barkley delivers a commanding performance against Luton Town, strengthening their push for Champions League qualification and European glory next season.
West Midlands' 7 Market Towns Need Christmas Visitors
Discover seven picturesque West Midlands market towns where local businesses are counting on festive visitors to survive the crucial Christmas trading period.
Primark scraps traditional tills for mobile checkout system
Primark is revolutionising the shopping experience by replacing traditional tills with mobile checkout points, allowing staff to process payments anywhere in the store.
Lidl confirms Perry Barr store opening date
Discount supermarket giant Lidl has announced the official opening date for its exciting new Birmingham store at Perry Barr Retail Park, bringing fresh groceries and unbeatable prices to the community this spring.
M&S Profits Soar 58% in Stunning Turnaround
Marks & Spencer's transformation strategy delivers impressive results with clothing and home sales climbing 5.7% and food revenue up 13%, signalling a major retail comeback story.
The Entertainer announces major job cuts amid cost crisis
Britain's beloved toy chain The Entertainer faces tough restructuring with significant job losses as rising costs and tax pressures hit the retail sector hard.
ASOS cuts 500 jobs in UK restructuring
Online fashion giant ASOS announces significant workforce reduction affecting 500 roles across UK operations, including key Birmingham distribution centres, as part of cost-cutting measures.
Aston Villa Chief Reveals Emery's Transfer Masterplan
Exclusive insight into how Aston Villa's leadership and Unai Emery's collaborative approach are transforming the club's fortunes and challenging football's elite
Violence against shop workers surges by one-third
Shocking new data reveals a dramatic surge in physical assaults and verbal abuse targeting retail staff across Britain, with Co-op reporting over 1,000 incidents daily.
Waitrose Implements New £50 Checkout Rule
Waitrose introduces a significant policy change affecting self-service checkout payments, setting a £50 minimum for card transactions to combat theft and streamline operations.
Guess Who's Back: Beloved Local Business Returns
After months of uncertainty, a cherished local establishment has triumphantly reopened its doors, bringing joy and familiar faces back to the community.
Chorlton's £5,000 Community Fund: Apply Now!
Chorlton community groups and organisations can now apply for grants from a £5,000 funding pot to support local projects and initiatives that benefit the area.
Welsh Government unveils £2.7bn draft budget plans
The Welsh Government has published its draft budget for 2025-26, revealing a £2.7bn spending plan focused on protecting frontline services amid ongoing financial pressures. Discover where the money will be spent.
Aldi to open 16 new UK stores in major expansion
Discount supermarket giant Aldi announces major expansion with 16 new stores planned across the UK, creating hundreds of jobs and bringing bargain groceries to more communities.
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