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Denbigh and Ruthin Castles Talk Attracts Fantastic Turnout
Fiona Gale MBE delivered a captivating talk on Denbigh and Ruthin castles' history and conservation at Llandyrnog History Society. Next event: Christmas Coffee Morning on November 29. Join the society today!
Solihull Council Tax Support Changes Proposed
Solihull Council proposes changes to its council tax support scheme, with 470 vulnerable claimants facing an average £6 weekly reduction. Have your say in the consultation.
Solihull apartment block plans revealed for Rowood Drive
Plans for a four-apartment block with undercroft parking in Solihull's Rowood Drive are now public. Residents have until December 16 to comment on the application.
Police appeal after Solihull crash leaves woman injured
West Midlands Police are appealing for two key witnesses, a BMW driver and a pedestrian, after a woman in her 70s suffered serious injuries in a Solihull crash. Contact police with information.
Major cannabis farm discovered in Solihull
West Midlands Police discovered a cannabis farm with over 50 plants in Solihull. The operation involved bypassed electricity. Call 101 with information.
Solihull councillor conduct reminder as complaints drop
Solihull councillors receive a conduct reminder after public complaints, though grievances have fallen for the third consecutive year. Read the latest report details.
New children's home approved in Castle Bromwich
Solihull planners approve a children's care home on Hurst Lane North for up to three children, overcoming resident concerns about noise and traffic. The decision highlights the borough's need for such facilities.
New Knowle Bungalow Gets Green Light Amid Concerns
Solihull Council approves a controversial three-bedroom bungalow in Knowle's conservation area, dismissing villagers' concerns about parking and access to local allotments.
Solihull planners reject 'mini mansion' extension plan
Solihull Council rejects controversial Shirley home extension after planners cite 'conflicting information' over measurements and loss of light concerns. Read the full story.
Luxury Dorridge house approved despite objections
A controversial five-bedroom luxury home in Solihull's Dorridge area gets planning approval. The planning chief expressed disappointment but found no grounds for refusal.
Roundabout advertising gets green light in Meriden
Solihull Council approves controversial advertising signs on Meriden roundabout despite villagers' objections about driver distraction and visual impact. Decision follows 15-year precedent.
Car key burglary gang sentenced for Solihull thefts
A gang of four thieves has been sentenced for a series of car key burglaries across Solihull, Redditch, and Bromsgrove. Discover how police brought them to justice.
Viral video shows Solihull binman's heroic clean-up
A Solihull binman is hailed a local hero after a viral TikTok video captures him meticulously cleaning the streets. Residents demand recognition and a raise for his exceptional work ethic.
Pay-per-litre water charge urged for UK gardens
Government climate adviser proposes pay-per-litre charge for garden watering to combat drought. Learn how this could affect households and water conservation efforts.
Villagers block UK's largest solar farm development
Residents in Powick celebrate a David vs Goliath victory as council rejects 271-acre solar farm that threatened Malvern Hills views. Read their inspiring story.
Two charged in Solihull elderly kidnapping fraud
Two men appear in court charged with kidnapping an 80-year-old woman with dementia and fraud in a bogus workmen scam in Solihull. Police urge vigilance.
Sutton Coldfield care home and nursery build bird boxes
Residents at Bishops Manor care home teamed up with Little Ripley Day Nursery for a DIY bird box project. This intergenerational initiative aims to preserve traditional skills and promote sustainability.
Solihull bungalow plan recommended for approval
Controversial plans for a new three-bedroom bungalow in Knowle's conservation area are recommended for approval despite resident objections. Decision due November 12.
Man arrested after Solihull school lockdown and assault
A 30-year-old man is in custody after a primary school in Shirley was placed on lockdown and a staff member was assaulted at a Solihull bar. Get the latest updates.
Mass bulb planting transforms Ellesmere Port estate
Residents and organisations planted 5,000 spring bulbs on the Stanney estate. The project will create colourful displays and improve local wildlife habitats. Get involved with future community events.
Solihull school lockdown over man chanting about demons
Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Primary School in Shirley imposed a 45-minute lockdown after reports of a man chanting about demons and children. Police search continues.
Solihull Students Perform with Kerry Ellis
Two Stagecoach Solihull students, Arushi and Sophie, performed alongside West End legend Kerry Ellis in a dream come true. Discover how their training led to this incredible opportunity.
11 West Midlands eateries get zero food hygiene rating
Eleven food businesses in the West Midlands, including in Solihull and Sandwell, received a zero-star food hygiene rating in 2025, meaning major improvements are necessary. Check the full list.
Burslem Town Centre Faces Critical Heritage Threat
Heritage campaigners sound alarm as Burslem's historic town centre faces being added to England's 'at risk' register, with iconic buildings deteriorating and urgent action needed to save Stoke-on-Trent's mother town.
Wythenshawe Park wetlands restoration boosts wildlife
Manchester's beloved Wythenshawe Park is embarking on an exciting ecological transformation as its precious ponds and wetlands receive vital restoration work to support local biodiversity.
Chelmsley Wood flat sealed after cannabis factory discovery
West Midlands Police have shut down a sophisticated cannabis cultivation operation in a Solihull flat, discovering hundreds of plants and bypassed electricity.
Village fury over roundabout advertising screens plan
Outraged villagers in Claverdon are fighting controversial plans to install large digital advertising screens on their picturesque roundabout, calling it a 'blight on the countryside' and safety hazard.
Birmingham's Most Expensive Areas Revealed
New property data uncovers Birmingham's most expensive neighbourhoods, with affluent suburbs commanding premium prices in the city's competitive housing market.
Meriden Roundabout signs spark village fury
Residents of a tranquil West Midlands village are up in arms over controversial new signage at Meriden Roundabout, claiming the confusing signs are causing traffic chaos and safety concerns in their once-peaceful community.
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