Coronation Street actor Tony Little dies aged 88
Tributes pour in for Tony Little, the beloved Coronation Street extra known as 'Old Kebab Guy', who passed away over the festive period. Read the touching words from his co-stars.
Tributes pour in for Tony Little, the beloved Coronation Street extra known as 'Old Kebab Guy', who passed away over the festive period. Read the touching words from his co-stars.
A clinical animal behaviourist with 20+ years' experience shares five simple techniques to enrich your senior dog's life and strengthen your bond. Learn how to teach 'Nose to Hand' and more.
HS2 officials admit the 2029-2033 target for trains between London and Birmingham is unachievable. Read the latest on the project reset, costs, and local reaction.
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School announces new foundation courses one year after pausing undergraduate training. Applications close March 26 for a September start.
A 17-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl died after a car left Old Ferry Road in Iwade, Kent. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Explore Little Daydreams Role Play Café in Ombersley. Kids can drive a bus, visit a vet, and enjoy messy play while parents relax with coffee. Open now at The Farm Shop.
A new immersive role play village featuring a double decker bus has opened at a farm shop near Birmingham. Discover Little Daydreams, with its ice cream shed, vets, and sensory room.
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson shares emotional news that her twin daughters have Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Read her heartbreaking story and the family's fight.
Step back 74 years to see Birmingham in 1952. Explore the last trams, Laurel & Hardy's tour, the bustling Onion Fair, and landmarks that remain unchanged today.
Fresh anger erupts as HS2 confirms major delay for Birmingham-London line, missing 2029-2033 target. Mayor defends project as critics blast 'white elephant'. Read the latest.
Step back 65 years to 1960 Birmingham. See the new Nechells flats, the Onion Fair, Longbridge works & a city on the cusp of change. Explore 30 nostalgic images.
Explore Birmingham's ancient history through 12 of its oldest surviving structures, from a 12th-century church to a 1368 pub. Discover the city's heritage beyond the Industrial Revolution.
A currency expert reveals UK households may have £50-£100 in forgotten holiday money. Convert old notes and coins to ease January financial pressure. Act now to find your hidden cash.
A viral social media trend revives an old wives' tale: placing a bay leaf under your pillow for better sleep. Discover the folklore and if a simple ritual could help you nod off.
Step back in time with a remarkable gallery of 1963 photos showing Birmingham and the West Midlands before massive redevelopment. See the lost streets and landmarks.
UK households urged to search for rare pre-decimal halfpenny coins. An expert reveals certain dates, like an 1860 example, can fetch a fortune at auction. Check your old collections now!
A teenager was killed in a domestic violence incident in Tomar, Portugal. The suspect died in an explosion, injuring two others. Read the full report.
Discover eight of the best pubs in Birmingham for a Boxing Day pint this festive season. From historic boozers to modern craft ale bars, find your perfect spot.
Devon Brown jailed for life for the unprovoked machete murder of Okechukwu Iweha near Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Read the full court report and victim impact.
Dobbies Garden Centre in Southport hosts a free Little Seedlings workshop on January 4, teaching children creative ways to recycle Christmas trees and build wildlife habitats. Book now!
Birmingham's new lead commissioner eyes Barcelona-style status. Plus, a cat rescued from Vinted, HS2 updates, and festive events in our Christmas week digest. Stay connected to Brum.
Birmingham's new lead commissioner says the city must earn the respect of a true 'second city', drawing direct inspiration from Barcelona's global standing. Read the full analysis.
Campaigners fight to save the 73 bus route to Heartlands Hospital after changes leave Old Lode Lane residents stranded. Over 40 signatures gathered in hours.
Anthony Gilheaney, 31, convicted of murder after drink-fuelled attacks on five people in London on Christmas Day 2024. He will be sentenced on 30 January.
Government commissioners overseeing Birmingham City Council have demanded an urgent action plan to resolve the long-running bin strike, warning the council cannot 'just sit and hope'.
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder following the death of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe in Weston-super-Mare. Police confirm a single stab wound was the cause.
A murder investigation is underway after a nine-year-old girl was found dead at a property in Weston-super-Mare. A man is in custody as police appeal for privacy.
Michael Conlon retires as chairman of Preston's Conlon Construction after 38 years. Guy Parker succeeds him, leading the employee-owned firm into its next chapter.
A nine-year-old girl has been found dead at a property in Lime Close, Weston-super-Mare. A teenage boy is in custody on suspicion of murder. Police urge the public not to speculate.
Little Actors Theatre Company secures a Cheshire West grant to launch free performing arts workshops for 11-18 year olds at Neston Town Hall from spring 2026. Book now!