Bearwood traders battle crime and litter crisis
Frustrated Bearwood traders reveal how crime, litter and 24/7 shops are driving customers away. Shop owners consider leaving as area's reputation suffers.
Frustrated Bearwood traders reveal how crime, litter and 24/7 shops are driving customers away. Shop owners consider leaving as area's reputation suffers.
Discover a fashion writer's curated selection from the ASOS Black Friday sale with up to 70% off. Shop partywear, coats, trainers and more with an extra discount code.
Sandwell Council rejects 11-bed HMO in Smethwick High Street amid resident fears it would worsen existing rat infestations and fly-tipping problems. Read the full story.
Grab the stylish River Island black heeled Chelsea boots for just £34 in the Black Friday sale. Save 30% on this versatile winter must-have before sizes sell out.
Marks & Spencer unveils ambitious plan for 500 new and revamped food stores across the UK, creating 800 jobs and transforming shopping experiences nationwide.
A 42-year-old woman has been charged with a Birmingham Co-op robbery. Nicola Brown was arrested by Op Skybridge officers on Erdington High Street. Follow for more crime updates.
Birmingham's Digbeth district, with Gibb Street and Floodgate Street, has been ranked among the UK's top destinations for independent shopping. Discover unique gifts and a creative vibe this winter.
Discover the top New Look dress deals with 40% off for Black Friday. Our fashion expert picks the perfect party and winter dresses to add to your basket now.
West Kirby faces a crossroads as new parking charges threaten to drive shoppers away. With 50 business closures already, traders fear this could be the final straw for the high street.
Lidl has submitted fresh plans to demolish its outdated Bilston store and build a modern supermarket with more parking and an improved product range. Read the latest updates.
Lidl submits plans to replace outdated Bilston store with modern supermarket featuring 155 parking spaces and improved facilities. Read the full details.
Fashion designer Paul Costelloe, who dressed Princess Diana for 14 years, has died aged 80 after a short illness. Discover his remarkable career and legacy.
Discover the top partywear deals in Very's Black Friday sale, including embellished trousers, sparkly dresses and rhinestone waistcoats. Get glitz and glamour for less this festive season.
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.
Claire's Accessories is closing four more British stores in Halifax, Salisbury, Sheffield, and Winchester this week following its collapse into administration, with massive clearance sales underway.
Scope charity confirms closure of Stourbridge and Folkestone shops this week, following 77 other store shutdowns. Discover how this impacts the high street.
Marks & Spencer's popular Sparkly Flute Sleeve Knitted Top has been reduced from £23 to just £18.40, making it ideal for Christmas parties and New Year celebrations.
Discover Next's most popular top this month. This 'gorgeous' £24 polka dot top is perfect for the office and nights out, available in all sizes and three colours.
The historic suburb of Harborne has been ranked Birmingham's happiest place to live in a 2025 study. Discover the secret behind its vibrant community spirit.
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.
Gibb Street and Floodgate Street in Digbeth rank among the UK's top high streets for Gen Z independent shopping, according to new research. Discover the full list.
Boots has launched a new £29 Vitamin B12 injection service across 145 UK stores to help customers manage nutrient deficiencies and boost energy levels.
Claire's accessories store vanishes from Richmond high street as part of major closures following US bankruptcy and UK administration. Find your nearest store.
Iconic 90s brand Juicy Couture is planning a major UK high street return, with new London stores set to open next autumn following the success of its Westfield Stratford branch.
Santander's £2.65bn TSB acquisition will create Britain's third-largest bank, serving 28 million customers. The TSB brand is expected to disappear from UK high streets.
Poundland's Perry Barr branch in Birmingham has reopened weeks after closure, part of a national u-turn saving several stores. A win for the UK high street.
Discover New Look's black velvet midi dress for under £40. This showstopping party piece combines velvet luxury with modern details for effortless festive glamour.
Local authorities face criticism for treating motorists as 'cash cows' through rising parking charges. Discover the impact on high streets and the government's response.
Shoppers are raving about the 'stunning' M&S Polka Dot Embellished Bow Top, with some jokingly urging others not to buy it. Discover why this playful blouse is in such high demand.
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