Dublin's 2026 St Patrick's Day festival adopts the theme 'Roots', celebrating heritage connections worldwide. An interactive map allows global participants to share messages and shamrocks, bridging distances for this cultural celebration.
City of Wolverhampton Council awards £20m contract to replace nearly 100 defective post-war bungalows on Lincoln Green estate, addressing structural issues and poor insulation.
The DVLA and insurer Tempcover reveal a sharp 40% increase in thefts of Toyota C-HR hybrid SUVs, with security experts urging owners to use Faraday pouches and strategic parking.
Alicia Douglas, who became a mother at 17 while her partner was in prison, founded Inward Parenting in Birmingham to help single mums facing similar challenges. Her story highlights resilience and community support.
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A firsthand exploration of Soho Road in Handsworth challenges its unfair reputation as England's 'most hated street,' uncovering a culturally rich community thriving at the core of Birmingham.
A man was seriously assaulted outside a shop in Blackheath, Sandwell, leaving him hospitalised for 10 days. Police have charged a 54-year-old with grievous bodily harm and are appealing for witnesses and mobile phone footage.
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested after a firearm was brought into Moseley Park Academy in Bilston. Police seized the weapon and confirmed no threats were made to students or staff.
Shoppers are raving about Dunelm's Sage House Storage Box, calling it 'absolutely gorgeous' and perfect for storing children's toys. Priced at £40, this charming storage solution features a house-shaped design and a 4.7-star rating.
Sean Jefferson, 35, faces life sentence after being found guilty of murdering his premature daughter Darcy-Leigh, who suffered 47 rib fractures and catastrophic brain injury.
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The 1st Clayton le Moors Scout Group has experienced a remarkable 55% increase in membership over two years, prompting the launch of new Squirrels and Explorer sections. With over 60 young people on the waiting list, the group is urgently seeking 10 new v
Aaron Kainth, 24, has been sentenced to over seven years in prison after attempting to meet 12-year-old girls for sexual activity, following an undercover police operation.
West Mercia Police are searching for a man in black gloves who assaulted a resident inside a home on Appletree Walk in Ombersley on Saturday afternoon, describing it as an isolated incident.
Verto Homes has submitted a targeted planning performance agreement for the Halo Village development, a 1,858-bed student village with community amenities near Tremough Campus.
A community-led housing scheme in Stirchley faces collapse after a £2 million cost hike. The Stirchley Cooperative Development's plan for 39 affordable homes is now threatened as Green Square Accord opts to rent the flats instead.
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Exclusive police data shows over 100 crimes reported on Birmingham's Broad Street in one month, including serious offences like rape, kidnapping, and assault by poison.
Jack O'Keefe from Southampton is tackling the Brighton Marathon this April to raise funds for David 'Budgie' Burgess, 36, who is battling terminal lung and brain cancer. The campaign supports private treatments to extend his time with his young family.
As Ramadan nears its end, moonsightings will determine Eid ul Fitr 2026 dates. Saudi Arabia expects Eid on March 20, while the UK, Morocco, Pakistan likely celebrate on March 21.
Five members of a Midlands drug gang have been sentenced to over 30 years combined for running a cocaine operation that preyed on vulnerable individuals and laundered hundreds of thousands in profits.
Walter Burke struck and killed Jasbir Singh on Birmingham's ring road. The judge counted to five in court to illustrate the driver's failure to react, resulting in a suspended sentence.
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Thrive, a volunteer-run community group in Meare, Somerset, has received £1,000 from Persimmon Homes' Community Champions scheme to support its inclusive outdoor spaces for marginalised residents.
The Sheffield Circle of Magicians, established in 1920, is inviting new members to audition on April 23, 2026. The club offers a space for magicians to meet, practice, and learn, with events like lecture nights and public shows.
With demand for tenant-friendly gardening soaring, expert Robin Antill shares nine essential tips for creating stunning outdoor spaces without breaching rental agreements or losing deposits.
Walsall Council discloses the full cost of the new Leather Museum building at 1-3 The Bridge, with plans to expand exhibits and relocate children's services upstairs.
A Dudley Council survey reveals only 49% feel safe in the borough, with antisocial behaviour as the top concern, despite having the lowest crime rate in the West Midlands.
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Father Fretch Ballesteros, a 36-year-old priest in Birmingham, discusses balancing pastoral duties with rare moments of leisure, including walks around the city centre.
Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert issues urgent warning to 1.5 million heating oil households facing price hikes and refund problems, as government announces £53m support package for vulnerable rural families.
A 23-year-old man has been sentenced to 20 months in prison after brandishing a machete at a group of youngsters in Colwyn Bay, with bodycam footage capturing his arrest.
Kirsty Kemp, 36, has been sentenced to three years and six months in prison for stabbing a woman in the back after asking for a hug during a walk in Nottingham.
Two men and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man's body was discovered inside a wheelie bin in Coventry's Cash's Park. Police are appealing for information.
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A manhunt is underway after Kieron Moss, 39, absconded from HMP Sudbury in Derbyshire. Police are appealing for public assistance in locating the convicted robber.
