New sports facility with padel courts planned for Walsall
Plans submitted for a high-quality sports and leisure facility in Walsall, creating three full-time jobs. The proposal includes five padel courts and a café. Read more.
Plans submitted for a high-quality sports and leisure facility in Walsall, creating three full-time jobs. The proposal includes five padel courts and a café. Read more.
A detailed look at the major projects across Walsall, from town centre regeneration to new railway stations, as the borough's £1.5bn transformation programme advances into 2026.
Every McDonald's restaurant in Birmingham has achieved the highest possible food hygiene rating of 5, according to the latest Food Standards Agency data. See the full list and inspection dates.
The Food Standards Agency has issued urgent recalls for mince pies, cakes, and frozen items due to undeclared allergens and salmonella. Check your cupboards now.
Generous junior footballers from Penrhyn Bay FC have collected over 870 items for Conwy Food Bank, delivering a record-breaking community donation to support local families in crisis.
As the New Year begins, Animed's Subscribe & Go pet food subscription helps UK owners stay organised, save time, and ensure consistent, high-quality nutrition for dogs, cats, and small pets.
More than 50 Walsall food businesses received the lowest hygiene scores in 2025, with five rated zero. See the full list of outlets and what the ratings mean for public safety.
Alfred Works, a massive 17,500 sq ft food hall, is coming to Digbeth's Custard Factory in 2026. Discover the first three vendors bringing Birria Ramen, Palestinian and Eritrean cuisine to Birmingham.
Walsall Council confirms demolition of key buildings to start in early 2026, paving the way for a new public plaza with a big screen. Locals share mixed views on the regeneration plans.
Demolition work to clear buildings for a new public plaza in Walsall town centre is on track for early 2026. See the plans and hear from locals about the regeneration.
Walsall Council unveils a 15-year framework to regenerate five key areas, including new homes, a relocated arena, and canal kayaking. Discover the full vision for 2026-2040.
A major UK supermarket is handing out free bags of surplus Christmas vegetables, including potatoes and sprouts, in a post-Christmas drive to prevent food waste. Find your nearest store.
The NHS and Food Standards Agency warn cooked Christmas turkey is safe for only two days in the fridge. Learn the rules to avoid food poisoning and how to safely freeze leftovers.
Food safety expert Dr Richard Anderson reveals how to store and reheat Christmas leftovers to avoid food poisoning. Learn the 'once-only' rule and key temperatures.
A new hub in Birmingham, funded by a £2m donation, aims to tackle child poverty and food waste by delivering millions of meals and providing skills training. It's a key part of King Charles's national vision.
A shopper filmed a mouse at Batch'd in Birmingham's Bullring. The chain cites city-wide bin strikes as the cause. Environmental Health inspected the site.
Boots' Boxing Day sale has launched early with a huge £65 saving on the Oral-B iO2 electric toothbrush, recommended by hygienists. Grab this deal for cleaner teeth now.
A mouse was filmed scurrying inside the Batch'd stall at Birmingham's Bullring. The company cites city-wide waste issues. Read the full response and environmental health findings.
Hundreds of Birmingham residents, from the homeless to struggling workers, visited food banks in Lozells and Handsworth for essential supplies before Christmas. Read the full story.
Lidl GB is giving away 100 tonnes of surplus food on Christmas Eve, creating over 238,000 meals for those in need across the UK. Read about their festive community support.
Discover which Birmingham restaurants received top scores and which require urgent improvement in the latest food hygiene ratings before Christmas 2025. Make informed dining choices.
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust announces seven dates for emergency response exercises at Walsall Manor Hospital. Public informed to avoid unnecessary concern over specialist vehicles.
A food-waste expert has partnered with Aldi to share vital safety tips for Christmas leftovers. Discover the 'two-hour rule' and how to store, freeze, and reheat food to cut waste and save money.
A consumer expert reveals how to slash your Christmas food bill by hunting for yellow sticker discounts on fresh produce and luxury items. Learn the best times and tips to save.
A common fridge error could allow lethal listeria to thrive on everyday foods, experts warn. As households stock up for Christmas, check your temperature is at 5°C or below to protect vulnerable family members.
Discover Saint Paul's Market, the independent food hall in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter that has wowed critics. Featuring top local vendors like Sai Deethwa and Corner Shop, it's a Brummie foodie heaven.
Swayne Johnson's St Asaph office has donated a substantial haul of food and Christmas treats to Rhyl Food Bank, one of Wales's busiest, through a unique reverse advent calendar initiative. Discover how this support helps the most deprived community.
Morgan Rogers' stunning brace fired Aston Villa to a 2-1 Premier League victory over Manchester United, their tenth consecutive win. Read the full match report and player ratings here.
Walsall Council announces revised bin collection dates for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Find out your new collection day and rules for extra waste.
A food expert explains the critical defrosting error many families make with their Christmas turkey, risking food poisoning. Learn the three safe methods to ensure a perfect festive feast.