Christmas recycling warning after vape fire and fairy light chaos
A Coventry recycling plant urges residents to check council rules after festive contamination soars. Last year, a vape caused a fire and fairy lights halted machinery.
A Coventry recycling plant urges residents to check council rules after festive contamination soars. Last year, a vape caused a fire and fairy lights halted machinery.
Specsavers stores in Canley and Cheylesmore are now collection points for The Giving Tree Project, run by Coventry City Mission. Donate new gifts, toys, or festive supplies to help hundreds of local children this Christmas.
Commuters face major disruption as a police incident near the railway between Coventry and Nuneaton cancels trains. Expected to last until 8:30 on Tuesday 16 December.
A 21-year-old man has sustained potentially life-changing injuries after a collision with a car on Charter Avenue in Coventry. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Birmingham City Council enforces new 30mph limits on over 25 key routes, including Bristol Road and Hagley Road West, as part of a major road safety drive. Learn the full list and locations of new speed cameras.
Coventry Airport will shut permanently in June 2026 after 90 years. The site will be transformed into a major gigafactory, creating 4,000 new jobs. Read the full story.
Newlife charity launches Christmas campaign to fund specialist sensory toy loans for UK children with disabilities, helping siblings like Amelia and Atlas learn and bond through play.
Birmingham installs its first new average speed cameras on the A45 Coventry Road to enforce a 30mph limit, funded by Clean Air Zone surplus. The council's goal is safety, not fines.
Birmingham City Council installs new average speed cameras on Coventry Road, extending enforcement to improve safety. The move follows a speed limit reduction on 27 roads.
Starlight charity partners with Ravensburger to deliver over 7,000 therapeutic toys to UK hospitals, boosting play resources where 71% lack a dedicated budget.
UK households moved £4.2 billion into Cash ISAs in October, saving over £330m in income tax ahead of Rachel Reeves' allowance cut. Learn what the changes mean for you.
Spoil your pup this Christmas with Boots' 3 for 2 sale on dog presents, all under £10. Discover the top-rated toys and cosy jumpers before they sell out.
The wildly popular Labubu collectible toys are getting a dedicated UK store in Bristol. Discover why the Chinese brand chose this creative city and the story behind the 2025 craze.
Chinese collectibles giant Pop Mart launches a Bristol store on 6 December, blending blind box toys with the city's creative energy. Discover the immersive retail experience.
Smyths Toys warns parents its click & collect uses clear bags, risking Christmas surprises. Plus, expert tips for the best 2025 festive food shop dates.
Amazon has slashed prices on its five bestselling toys and games just in time for Christmas 2025. Discover huge savings on LEGO, Echo Dot Kids, and viral party games.
A woman was pronounced dead on the M6 southbound near Coventry, leading to a major motorway closure for several hours. Emergency services attended the tragic scene.
Wolverhampton Police issue urgent warning about toxic chemicals in counterfeit toys and makeup. Over 80% of fakes fail safety tests, posing serious health risks to children.
Discover Coventry's authentic side with our guide to 7 hidden gems, from a 14th-century monastery to medieval streets. Explore the city like a local.
Parents can save serious cash this Black Friday with The Entertainer's 3-for-2 toy offer. Get top brands like Hot Wheels and Bluey with the cheapest item free. Shop the sale now!
Discover The Works' fantastic 2 for £12 deal on kids' Christmas gifts, featuring Marvel, Stitch, and Gabby's Dollhouse. Find stocking fillers, toys, and games now!
Discover five magical Christmas markets across the West Midlands this December 2025. From Birmingham's Cathedral Square to a Victorian market in Sutton Coldfield, find unique gifts and festive fun.
Star Wars fans can save £30 on the 1,082-piece LEGO AT-TE Walker set at Argos this Black Friday. Recreate the Battle of Utapau with this detailed model. Grab the deal now!
A man in his 40s was stabbed in the neck and arm after a disorder near a Greggs in Coventry city centre. West Midlands Police have arrested a 34-year-old man. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
Help a child in poverty this Christmas. Donate a toy in Birmingham to trigger a £5 donation to The Toy Appeal, providing gift sacks for children across the UK.
The Salvation Army calls for new toy donations in West Wales to ensure struggling families can give their children a Christmas they deserve. Donate now to spread hope.
Aldi has reintroduced a strict two-item limit on its popular Kevin the Carrot toys ahead of the festive season. Learn how to get your hands on these must-have Christmas characters.
Tributes pour in for much-loved father Anthony Priestley, 53, who was fatally stabbed at a Coventry address. A 28-year-old man has been charged with murder. Read the full story.
A man was seriously injured after being assaulted and forced into a white Ford Transit van on a Coventry street. A 29-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of kidnap.
Tesco partners with The Entertainer to reveal the top 10 Christmas toys for 2025, including Wicked dolls and Minecraft sets. Find affordable gifts from £8-£35.