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Northern Bear revenue jumps 31% to £49.4m

Newcastle building services firm Northern Bear reports strong half-year growth with revenue reaching £49.4m and operating profit hitting £4.1m, despite challenging market conditions ahead.

Middletons Steakhouse Saved, 159 Jobs Secured

Middletons Steakhouse & Grill rescued from administration by its shareholders, safeguarding all 159 jobs across its seven restaurants in England. Read the full story.

Historic Manchester site becomes 321-bed student accommodation

A historic Manchester complex has been given a new lease of life as a £30m student accommodation project. The 321-bed development sensitively blends 125-year-old buildings with modern facilities. Discover how the past meets the present.

Nationwide extends branch promise to 2030

Nationwide Building Society has pledged to keep all 696 of its and Virgin Money's branches open until at least 2030, a major boost for UK high streets. Discover how this counters the national trend of bank closures.

Birmingham's Methodist Central Hall Decay Crisis

Heritage campaigners warn Birmingham's iconic Methodist Central Hall remains in mortal danger despite repeated assurances. Urgent action needed to save Grade II* listed building.

13 Beautiful Castles in the West Midlands

Discover 13 breathtaking castles for a perfect family day out in the West Midlands. Explore majestic towers, ancient walls, and centuries of history.

697,000 Classic Car Owners Face Tax Threat

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a car tax shake-up targeting 697,000 classic vehicle owners. Learn how this potential 'tax grab' could impact Britain's motoring heritage.

1.5m UK Homes Waste Cash on Credit Schemes

The FCA warns millions are wasting up to £25 monthly on credit-building products. Discover free, effective alternatives to improve your credit score today.

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.

Cavell Van Returns to Dover for Remembrance

Dover's historic Cavell Van, a WWI ambulance vehicle, returns for a poignant Remembrance event after extensive restoration, honouring wartime nurses and local heritage.

Nationwide: Free cash withdrawals until 2027

Nationwide Building Society announces it will maintain free cash withdrawals at all UK Post Offices until 2027, providing vital support during the cost-of-living crisis and protecting access to cash for vulnerable communities.

Ex-teacher, 77, jailed for historic school sex crimes

A retired teacher from Solihull has been sentenced to prison after being convicted of sexually abusing young boys during the 1970s and 1980s, following a courageous investigation into historical offences.

Birmingham's historic markets face demolition threat

Birmingham's iconic Bull Ring Markets could be demolished as part of the massive £2 billion Paradise Circus regeneration scheme, raising concerns about the future of the city's historic trading heart.

Historic Birmingham venue becomes music school

A landmark Birmingham music venue is set to become a state-of-the-art educational facility after planners greenlight the ambitious transformation project in the city's cultural quarter.

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