Visually Impaired Teen Wins European Jiu Jitsu Gold
Jack Bridgewood, 15, from Saint John Houghton Academy, secures gold and bronze at the European Jiu Jitsu Championships. Read his inspiring story of overcoming challenges.
Jack Bridgewood, 15, from Saint John Houghton Academy, secures gold and bronze at the European Jiu Jitsu Championships. Read his inspiring story of overcoming challenges.
A new partnership between the Premier League and West Midlands Combined Authority aims to help 29,000 young people find employment through training and work experience opportunities.
Aston Villa defender Teddie Bloomfield has signed his first professional contract with the club. The 17-year-old left-back has impressed for Villa's youth teams.
Wings School Notts wins top NASS award for inclusive PE, months after Youth Sport Trust honour. Discover how their innovative approach transforms education.
A wave of new planning applications has been validated in Rochdale, including proposals for new homes, shopfronts, and infrastructure projects. Discover the latest developments pending consideration.
The James Brindley Foundation issues heartfelt support to Katie Fox's family after fatal Birmingham stabbing, urging action on knife crime. Read their powerful message.
Discover how a dedicated former teacher and care leader earned prestigious gold recognition for transforming workforce development through innovative training programmes.
An innovative partnership between Black Country organisations and KIC Radio is transforming youth employment support, creating new opportunities and breaking down barriers for young job seekers across the region.
A dedicated teenager from Littleover has become the first junior participant to complete 250 parkruns at Markeaton Park, marking an extraordinary milestone in the popular weekly event.
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 landmark £679 million contract has been signed to breathe new life into Liverpool's iconic Royal Eye Hospital, ending years of dereliction and creating a vibrant mixed-use destination in the heart of the city.
Shocking footage of a brutal assault on a vulnerable man in Wolverhampton sparks national debate as perpetrators receive community orders, prompting victims' families to demand tougher youth sentencing laws.
Major development plans revealed for Midlands with thousands of new homes, infrastructure upgrades, and economic growth opportunities set to reshape the region's landscape.
A remarkable community initiative in Nottinghamshire has provided over 400 vital toiletry packs to children and young people facing hardship, ensuring access to basic hygiene essentials.
Discover inclusive outdoor experiences this autumn with Woodcraft Folk's accessible camps in the beautiful Peak District. Perfect for families, young people and adults seeking adventure.
Budding filmmakers from Rotherham and Doncaster prepare for red carpet moment as their short films debut at prestigious Wentworth Woodhouse festival this July.
Major regeneration scheme unveiled for Liverpool's iconic waterfront, featuring two striking residential towers and creating a vibrant new community with enhanced public spaces.
Discover the latest planning applications approved and rejected across Rochdale, from housing developments to commercial projects shaping the borough's future landscape.
Action for Children distributes vital hygiene packages to young people facing hardship across Leicester, addressing hygiene poverty with community support.
A landmark £multi-million student accommodation development in Bristol city centre has received planning permission, promising to transform the cityscape while addressing the growing demand for university housing.
Discover how a leading property developer is transforming a former industrial site into a sustainable urban community with hundreds of homes, green spaces, and commercial units in Birmingham.
West Midlands Police have arrested multiple teenagers, including a 16-year-old girl, following a dramatic police pursuit through Birmingham's streets. The operation targeted dangerous driving and vehicle thefts across the city.
Eleanor Riddington, an inspirational 11-year-old from Surrey, has written an incredible 50,000 words in just one month, raising over £2,000 for Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice through her extraordinary literary efforts.
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.
A Birmingham teenager who brutally raped a woman in a park attempted to justify his actions to police by claiming his youth made him 'not a monster', as he receives lengthy prison sentence.
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested following a serious stabbing incident in Birmingham's Ladywood area, as police continue their investigation into the violent attack that has rattled local residents.
The legendary Loughborough Fair returns bigger than ever from November 13th-16th 2024, featuring thrilling new rides, traditional attractions and festive magic in the heart of Leicestershire.
Wolverhampton's planning committee has approved significant developments including 120 new homes and commercial spaces, shaping the city's future growth and addressing local housing needs.
A spectacular gourmet fundraising evening in Shepshed has generated over £2,600 for Home-Start Charnwood, bringing vital support to local families facing challenges.
Amazon's Kegworth fulfilment centre manager completes epic 100-mile walking challenge, raising over £3,000 for local children's charities through the Miles for Smiles initiative.