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.
Discover 13 breathtaking castles for a perfect family day out in the West Midlands. Explore majestic towers, ancient walls, and centuries of history.
Walsall Council's draft local plan proposes building over 2,300 homes on green belt land. Have your say before the consultation closes on 19 December 2025.
A Walsall homeowner resubmits plans to convert a garden outbuilding into a separate home after initial refusal. Read the latest on this ongoing planning dispute.
Two Walsall councillors have resigned from the Labour party, claiming residents have been 'sidelined' in a dispute over a £20m government funding board for Darlaston.
More than a dozen firefighters tackled a flat blaze on Old Walsall Road in Hamstead overnight. No injuries were reported. Get the latest Birmingham news.
Major regeneration project approved for Phoenix 10 site in Darlaston, bringing hundreds of homes, green spaces and community facilities to Walsall's industrial heartland.
A massive £80 million government cash injection is set to breathe new life into derelict West Midlands sites, creating thousands of homes and jobs while protecting green spaces from development.
Exclusive details emerge about how the initial £85,000 of Darlaston's massive £20 million Town Deal funding is being spent on crucial planning and development work, paving the way for the Black Country town's dramatic regeneration.
Walsall Council reveals staggering £11.5m overspend on children's services, forcing cuts to other vital services as financial pressures mount.
Exciting redevelopment plans could see a former Willenhall social club transformed into 48 new homes, breathing new life into a disused brownfield site in the heart of the community.
A nine-month-old baby has tragically died following a dog attack at a property in Birmingham, West Midlands Police have confirmed. The infant was rushed to hospital but could not be saved.
Walsall is set to welcome an exciting new rooftop street food venue with panoramic views, transforming the town's culinary scene and creating new jobs.
Walsall Council secures major £20m funding boost from UK Shared Prosperity Fund to drive economic growth, support local businesses, and create new opportunities across the borough.
Walsall Council has thrown out three separate applications for new children's homes following strong community protests over safety and anti-social behaviour concerns in Bloxwich and Blakenall neighbourhoods.
A violent offender from Walsall has been handed a 10-year ban from keeping animals after subjecting a young puppy to a horrific beating, in a case that has shocked the RSPCA and local community.
Richard Tice launches scathing attack on Walsall Council after investigation reveals £30,000 spent on trade union facility time, demanding immediate repayment to taxpayers.
Hundreds of women and allies are set to march through Walsall town centre in a powerful demonstration of solidarity following recent violent attacks on women in the area.
Discover how Coventry is defying expectations with a remarkable 40% tourism surge, transforming from industrial heartland to must-visit cultural destination.
The DVLA has issued a critical round-the-clock alert to all UK drivers about vehicle tax scams that could leave motorists hundreds of pounds out of pocket. Discover how to protect yourself from fraudulent websites.
Walsall residents face new £50 annual fee for garden waste collections as council defends 'difficult decision' amid budget pressures. Service changes begin July 2024.
A woman has been seriously injured in a collision outside Birmingham's Aldi supermarket, prompting road closures and major traffic disruption during Thursday morning rush hour.
Holidaymakers faced an unexpected cross-country journey when a Birmingham Travelodge mistakenly booked them into a hotel 21 miles away in Walsall due to a baffling booking system error.
A 28-year-old Walsall man faces multiple charges after residents were reportedly threatened with a knife during a disturbance on a residential street. Police confirm court proceedings are underway.
A Walsall nursery's ambitious expansion plans have been deferred by council planners, leaving parents and staff in limbo as concerns over parking and highway safety take centre stage.
A derelict and contaminated former industrial site in Dudley is set for a dramatic transformation into 160 new homes, breathing new life into what was once considered an eyesore in the Black Country.
Walsall Council faces mounting pressure as parents and campaigners challenge controversial cuts to home-to-school transport, arguing they disproportionately affect vulnerable children with special needs.
Historic railway stations return after 60-year absence, transforming transport links and reconnecting communities across the Black Country with stunning new facilities.
A creative scarecrow crafted by St Nicholas School pupils makes history by joining the official English Heritage trail, celebrating local heritage and community spirit
Ambitious plans for a state-of-the-art household waste centre in the West Midlands promise to transform recycling services, though local residents voice significant concerns about traffic and environmental impact.
West Midlands Police have made an arrest following the tragic death of a father in Willenhall, with murder enquiries now underway in the quiet residential area.