Solihull community shuts down sex work massage parlour
A 'tight-knit' Solihull community helped shut down Dragon Phoenix Massage after reporting suspicious activity and women trafficking. Read how residents took action.
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Historic Birmingham Library Frozen in Time
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.
Birmingham traffic: Drivers urged to avoid city centre
Motorists in Birmingham are being urged to avoid the city centre due to a slip road closure and heavy traffic. Consider public transport for your journey today.
Walsall's former M&S store approved for college transformation
A landmark former Marks & Spencer store in Walsall town centre will be converted into a new Adult Learning Centre for over 700 students, marking the 'first step' in the town's regeneration.
Sinkhole Causes Gridlock in Kings Heath, Birmingham
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.
Hundreds of UK gyms and pools at risk of closure
Hundreds of UK leisure centres face closure due to financial pressures. Discover how the #DoYourBit campaign is empowering communities to save local sports facilities through sustainable fundraising.
M5 crash: overturned van closes lanes near Worcester
Major delays on M5 northbound after van overturns near Worcester. All lanes closed, 5-mile queues reported. Check live traffic updates for latest travel news.
Walsall College plans for former M&S store decided
Walsall Council will decide this week whether to approve plans transforming the former Marks & Spencer into a new Adult Learning Centre for 750 students.
M54 closed after serious multi-vehicle crash
The M54 westbound remains closed between J2 and J3 following a serious multi-vehicle collision. Emergency services responded to the incident near Shropshire.
M6 driver 'inches from head-on crash' in wrong-way ordeal
A motorist drove over 6km the wrong way on the M6, coming 'inches from a head-on collision'. Staffordshire Police closed the motorway following over 30 emergency calls. Read the full story.
Scope closes two more shops after 77 closures
Scope charity confirms closure of Stourbridge and Folkestone shops this week, following 77 other store shutdowns. Discover how this impacts the high street.
Beloved Birmingham Cafe Closes After Owner's Death
The Old Dresser Cafe in Smethwick will close permanently following the tragic death of co-owner Richard Strugala from cancer aged 52. Read the emotional story behind this community loss.
Birmingham's Old Dresser Cafe to close after owner's death
The Old Dresser Cafe in Bearwood is closing permanently following the death of co-owner Richard Strugala from cancer. The popular spot served British and Polish cuisine.
Birmingham City's 62,000 seater stadium plans
Birmingham City FC unveils designs for a new 62,000 capacity stadium, the centrepiece of a multi-billion pound Sports Quarter. See the stunning images and details.
Man critical after Birmingham road collision
A man is fighting for his life after being hit by a car on Lawley Middleway, Digbeth. Police have sealed off the major route. Avoid the area and find alternative routes.
Lawley Middleway crash blocks key Birmingham route
A major crash on Lawley Middleway in Birmingham caused significant rush hour delays, with police closing the road and urging drivers to avoid the area. Find alternative routes.
Lawley Middleway blocked in both directions
A4540 Lawley Middleway in Birmingham is closed between Garrison Circus and Curzon Circus due to a police incident, causing major traffic delays. Avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
Birmingham's Dark Streets: Council Faces Backlash
Birmingham's street lighting cuts have left central areas in darkness, raising safety fears after a tragic stabbing. Council, Mayor and Bullring respond.
More Police in Birmingham After Stabbings
West Midlands Police have increased high-visibility patrols in Birmingham city centre following two stabbing incidents. The enhanced security will continue around the clock.
Derbyshire's £7m landslip fund ends 4-year road closure
A Derbyshire road closed since 2022 due to landslip damage will remain shut for four years before £1.1 million repairs conclude. Discover how £7 million in funding will fix five key routes.
The Entertainer shuts Poole store in high street blow
The Entertainer, Britain's biggest toy chain, is closing its Poole store in January 2026. Discover the reasons behind the closure and what it means for the local high street.
Flooding Forces Driving Instructor to Cancel Lessons
A Birmingham driving instructor was forced to cancel £252 worth of lessons after the A34 Birchfield Underpass closure caused major traffic chaos. Read how the flooding impacted local business and commuters.
Family Hairdresser Closes After 40 Years in Sutton Coldfield
Syer Hair & Beauty, a family-run salon for four decades, has closed at the Gracechurch Centre. Read the story behind this local landmark's final chapter.
3 West Midlands Garden Centres with Christmas Magic
Discover three festive garden centres in the West Midlands transforming into winter wonderlands for Christmas 2025. Plan your magical visit today!
Trespass to close Southampton city centre branch
Outdoor retailer Trespass is closing its Southampton store in March 2026, following recent closures in Watford and Ipswich. Discover the impact on the UK high street.
Bullring Chaos: Major Birmingham Road Closure Causes Gridlock
Birmingham city centre faces major disruption as Corporation Street closes for emergency works near the Bullring, causing significant traffic delays and alternative route challenges for drivers.
M5 Overturned Vehicle Causes Major Delays Near Bristol
Severe disruption on M5 near Bristol as overturned vehicle blocks carriageway, causing extensive delays and traffic chaos during Friday rush hour.
Sutton Coldfield Coffee Shop Closes Suddenly
The popular Coffee#1 café in Sutton Coldfield's Gracechurch Shopping Centre has closed unexpectedly, with staff reportedly learning about the closure just hours before shutting down permanently.
HSBC confirms Birmingham New Street branch closure
HSBC announces the permanent closure of its landmark New Street branch in Birmingham city centre, affecting thousands of customers and marking the end of an era for high street banking.
Liverpool's St John's Market Up for Sale
One of Liverpool's most historic retail destinations, St John's Market, is now available for purchase in a landmark commercial property opportunity that could reshape the city's shopping landscape.
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