McArthurGlen Summer Food Event Returns with New Vendors
Digbeth Dining Club returns to McArthurGlen West Midlands every Thursday to Sunday from July to August, with new street food vendors announced weekly.
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Smithfield Homes Plan Sparks 'Lost Opportunity' Fears
Plans for two towers with 408 homes in Birmingham's Smithfield regeneration spark criticism from councillors over 'generic' design and missed chance for quality housing.
Woman knocked down by hit-and-run driver in Birmingham
A woman in her 20s was struck by a silver hatchback on Foxton Road, Alum Rock, Birmingham. The driver fled as bystanders rushed to help. Police are investigating and appealing for information.
All new cars may need defibrillators after UK review
The UK government is reviewing whether defibrillators should be mandatory in all new cars, following a campaign by JumpStart to improve survival rates from cardiac arrests.
E-scooter rider hurt in Wolverhampton crash
A man suffered potentially serious injuries after his e-scooter collided with a car in Wolverhampton. He was rushed to New Cross Hospital.
Online Stranger Danger Evolves with AI Voice Cloning in 2026
Bitdefender warns that online scammers now use AI to clone voices and photos, targeting families across generations by exploiting trust, urgency, and loneliness.
Asylum Seeker Family Desperate to Leave Shropshire Village
An asylum seeker family moved to a rural Shropshire village says they are desperate to leave due to isolation and lack of support, according to a report.
Boy, 14, Arrested and Machete Seized in Birmingham
A 14-year-old boy was arrested and a machete seized after a fight near Winson Street in Winson Green, Birmingham, on June 30. He remains in custody on suspicion of possession of a bladed article.
Eight Legia Warsaw fans admit Villa Park violence
Eight Legia Warsaw fans have pleaded guilty to violent disorder after clashes outside Villa Park before a Europa Conference League match against Aston Villa in November 2023.
Birmingham Pub Bans England Match After Brawl
A Birmingham pub has decided not to show the next England match if the Three Lions qualify, following a mass brawl that broke out during a previous game.
Scotland Bans Glue Traps, Fines Up to £40,000
A glue trap ban is now in force in Scotland, making it a criminal offence to use, supply or possess them, with fines up to £40,000 or 12 months in prison.
Pub opening hours change for England World Cup matches
Pubs in England can stay open until 1am or 2am for England's knockout World Cup games, but early kick-offs and late applications pose challenges.
Boy, 14, Seriously Injured in Shropshire Car Crash
A 14-year-old boy was seriously injured after a Ford Fiesta crashed into a field on the A442 in Shropshire. A 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
Rock Choir and Brass Band Raise £2,000 for NICU
Rock Choir in Hereford and South Worcestershire joined Avonbank Brass Band for a charity performance, raising nearly £2,000 for Worcestershire Royal Hospital NICU and the band's National Finals trip.
Ex-West Midlands Police officer denies £720k fraud
Former West Midlands Police superintendent Syed Hussain, 54, pleaded not guilty to fraud and transferring criminal property over a £720,000 investment scam at Westminster Magistrates' Court.
Brownies Create Garden of Remembrance for Young Leader
4th Sutton in Ashfield Brownies used a £100 gift from Scrivens Opticians to create a remembrance garden for young leader Grace Keeling, featuring turtle decorations and pink flowers.
Starmer Gives Councils Power to Ban Pavement Parking
Keir Starmer's government is empowering councils to ban pavement parking across England, with fines up to £70 for violators. Birmingham City Council confirms it will apply for the new powers.
Family of Boy, 3, Injured in Crocodile Attack Issues Statement
The family of a three-year-old boy seriously injured after being thrown into a crocodile enclosure at a Cambridgeshire zoo has released a statement, thanking rescuers and the public.
Drivers Over 70 Face £482 Charge to Stay on Road Legally
Car insurance prices have risen for the first time in years to £719, with drivers over 70 paying £482. Prices are 5% cheaper than last year but up £8 from three months ago, Confused.com warns.
Love Island Boy Accused of Secret Girlfriend by TikTok Sleuth
TikToker Ellie Dean claims Love Island's Jordon Wilson had a girlfriend before entering the villa, presenting photos and source info as evidence.
Rotarian Brian Barnes Dies at 91 in Saltwood, Kent
Brian Barnes, a beloved Rotarian and community figure from Saltwood near Hythe, Kent, has died at 91. He was a founder of Channel Rotary Club and led numerous charitable projects.
Travellers return to Birmingham park, residents 'living in fear'
Travellers have returned to Parkdale Park in Birmingham, with residents reporting stone-throwing and thefts. The council says it will take steps to recover the land.
Charity Morecambe Bay Walk Returns for 13th Time
MS Therapy Centre NW invites readers to join an iconic 8-mile walk across Morecambe Bay on August 9, led by expert guide Michael Wilson, to raise funds for a new centre.
Fun Walk Trust Honours Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary Partnership
The Fun Walk Trust has recognised its long-standing connection with the Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary, which raised £7,493 in 2025 through the event, contributing to over £121,000 total for charities.
450+ Blue Badges Cancelled in Misuse Crackdown
More than 450 Blue Badges have been cancelled after a crackdown found permits used long after holders died. The operation saved taxpayers over £363,000.
Two Injured in Car Crash Into Tree in Birmingham
Two men were injured after a car crashed into a tree on Bromford Lane in Hodge Hill, Birmingham. Emergency services attended at 8.30pm on June 30.
Police Officers Probed Over Henry Nowak Handcuff Death
Two Hampshire police officers are investigated for gross misconduct after handcuffing dying teen Henry Nowak, who was stabbed and pleaded for help. The IOPC examines if race played a role.
Stepping Hill Team Runs for Colleague's Memory
The Radiology Team at Stepping Hill Hospital ran the Great Manchester Run in memory of colleague Adam, raising over £2,200 for Moya Cole Hospice.
School Celebrates Pupils Embodying Core Values
A Birmingham school has honoured students who exemplify its core values of respect, responsibility, and resilience, celebrating their positive impact on the school community.
Arrest after woman grabbed by knife-wielding man in Cannock
A 40-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted kidnap after a woman was approached by a man brandishing a knife on Shoal Hill Common in Cannock.
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