Langley Gorse Day Nursery in Sutton Coldfield has been awarded the elite Reputation '900 Club' status, a gold standard for customer satisfaction. Discover how they achieved this exclusive honour.
A former women's football manager has been banned from the sport for 12 years after a FA panel upheld multiple allegations of overt sexual behaviour and bullying against players. Read the full report.
A husband witnessed his wife's death on a golf course as a van fleeing police mowed her down. The driver was jailed for 13.5 years. Read the full tragic story.
Hannah Fisher and Steven Brain open The Victorian Tea Room in Sutton Coldfield, offering traditional afternoon teas in a period setting. Experience a bygone era from 9am to 4pm daily.
The family of Natasha Thorp, 21, killed in a Sutton Coldfield crash, have won their fight for a memorial bench in Sutton Park after initial rejection. Read the full story.
Two neighbouring restaurants on Manor Road in Sutton Coldfield have submitted planning applications to extend their premises, with one owner citing the need to 'pay the bills'. Read the full story and see how to comment.
JD Sports is closing its Gracechurch Centre store in Sutton Coldfield, citing rent issues, days after River Island's departure. The closures deal a blow to the town centre's retail offering. Read the full story.
A significant fire service operation in Sutton Coldfield saw 20 firefighters tackle a blaze in a nine-storey tower block on Berryfields Road. Three people evacuated safely. Read the full details.
A 45-year-old man has appeared in court after being arrested for shoplifting and possessing a blade at a Sutton Coldfield store. Read the full details of the police response.
Discover the enchanting Victorian Tea Room in Sutton Coldfield, a 5-star rated haven offering genteel afternoon tea from £10.95. Step into a bygone era for a cosy, sophisticated retreat.
Plans for a new Urgent Treatment Centre at Good Hope Hospital in Sutton Coldfield have been confirmed to tackle 'inadequate' facilities, but local councillors raise significant parking concerns.
Suzanne Cherry, 62, was fatally struck by a rogue roofer fleeing police on a golf course. Her husband pays tribute as the driver is jailed for 13 years. Read the full story.
The Bracebridge restaurant near Sutton Park asks for volunteers after Storm Goretti caused uninsurable damage, forcing closure. Owners hope to reopen Wednesday with community support.
A 45-year-old man was detained by police on Penns Lane this morning on suspicion of shop theft and possessing a bladed article. Read the full details.
The Bracebridge restaurant in Sutton Park is closed until at least Wednesday after Storm Goretti wrecked its outdoor dining canopy and caused power outages. Owners appeal for help with cleanup.
Marks & Spencer has responded to calls for a town centre comeback, stating it has 'no plans' to return to Sutton Coldfield. Discover why and what's next for the Gracechurch Centre.
We rate Birmingham City's most disastrous January signings, from a £2.5m striker flop to a Polish international who played just once. A cautionary tale for the Blues.
Kevin Gilmore, 41, filmed girls at a railway station and school. He admitted six charges and awaits sentencing. Read the full court report.
West Midlands Police confirm the true reason for a significant presence at a Sutton Coldfield hotel, countering false AI-generated speculation about a British flag. Read the full story.
Discover five brilliant winter walking routes in the West Midlands for January 2026. From canal paths to moorland views, find your perfect crisp morning stroll.
West Midlands Police deploy Section 60 powers after racist abuse and assaults at protests outside a Sutton Coldfield hotel housing asylum seekers. Stay informed on community safety.
Storm Goretti's heavy snow causes major disruption across Birmingham, closing schools and blocking roads. Latest traffic updates and Met Office warnings for Friday 9 January 2026.
Fashion retailer River Island is closing nine more branches by January 18, including in Sutton Coldfield. This follows a major plan to reduce its estate from 250 to 122 shops.
Discover the top parks and hills for safe family sledging in Birmingham today, following significant overnight snowfall from Storm Goretti. Find your perfect snowy slope!
A red vehicle hit a National Express West Midlands bus shelter on Walmley Road. No injuries were reported but the shelter was damaged. Read the latest traffic updates.
The owner of Fairytales Day Nursery in Dudley will stand trial in April over the death of 14-month-old Noah Sibanda in 2022. A worker has already admitted manslaughter.
West Midlands Fire Service issues urgent ice safety warning after children were photographed on a frozen Sutton Coldfield lake, urging parents to talk to kids about the lethal risks.
Children were photographed standing on dangerously thin ice at a Birmingham beauty spot, prompting urgent safety warnings from West Midlands Fire Service following past tragedies.
Rudy's Pizza is expanding in Birmingham with a fourth restaurant set to open on Birmingham Road in Sutton Coldfield early this year. Discover the details.
West Midlands Police report a concerning increase in break-ins and vehicle thefts in Sutton Coldfield. Officers are stepping up patrols and urging residents to secure properties and protect keyless cars.