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Soho Road holds silence for hit-and-run victim

The Handsworth community gathered for a poignant minute's silence after a fatal hit-and-run on Soho Road. A 54-year-old man died and a woman was injured. Police have made an arrest.

Wem Rotary Club gets £3,000 Persimmon Homes grant

Persimmon Homes West Midlands has donated £3,000 to Wem and District Rotary Club via its Community Champions scheme. The funds will support local people through events, youth activities, and tackling isolation.

33 Honoured at North Kesteven Community Champion Awards

33 individuals, groups and businesses were celebrated as community champions in North Kesteven for their voluntary work and community spirit. Discover the inspiring winners and learn how to nominate for 2026.

Speke project awarded £7,842 to fight food waste

A Speke community project secures a £7,842 grant to help residents reduce food waste, learn vital cooking skills, and promote sustainability through workshops and a new community fridge.

Midland Metro tram breaks down in West Bromwich rush hour

A broken-down tram at Kenrick Park has halted all Midland Metro services between West Bromwich Central and Handsworth Booth Street, causing major disruption. Passengers are advised to use their tickets on National Express West Midlands buses. #Birmingham

Man shot in Handsworth drug deal, court told

A man was shot in the stomach after attempting to buy drugs in Handsworth, Birmingham Crown Court hears. The trial continues as the defendant denies attempted murder.

Handsworth residents oppose six-bed HMO plan

Plans to convert a Handsworth family home into a six-bedroom HMO face local opposition over anti-social behaviour concerns. Residents say 'we don't want it here'.

Litter pickers transform Oscott and Great Barr

Meet Alex Hall and Councillor Darius Sandhu, the volunteers cleaning up Oscott and Great Barr through their community Facebook page. Discover how local residents are joining their mission.

Birmingham Council Sells Former Nursery at Auction

Cash-strapped Birmingham City Council is selling the former Birchfield Community Day Nursery in Handsworth at auction on December 10. Guide price is over £300,000 for the 17,513 sq ft site.

Community Choir for Dementia Wins Vital Funding

The Forget-me-not Chorus in North Wales has secured a Community Resilience Grant to provide free singing sessions for those living with and alongside dementia. Discover how music builds community.

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