A £10,000 community fund donation from Redrow is helping the Widnes Historical Society, founded in 1951, reach new residents. Discover how they're preserving local history and building community connections.
Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water formally objects to a major expansion of Leominster, citing insufficient sewage and water capacity. Read the full details and implications for the Midlands town.
A BBC study reveals Dudley's two licensed Adult Gaming Centres are in the UK's most deprived areas. GambleAware warns this clustering doubles the risk of gambling harm for locals. Read the full report.
State pensioners aged 75+ receiving Pension Credit can secure a free TV licence, saving £174.50. Learn how to apply in 16 minutes before the April price hike.
CCTV captures the moment a snowman was swiped from The Potter pub in Longton. Pub management appeals for its safe return after the festive theft caused a social media stir.
We visited The Woodpecker pub in Birmingham after hearing negative reviews. Discover why first impressions can be misleading and what we really found inside.
State pensioners with a higher income may still qualify for Pension Credit worth around £4,300, including vital extra benefits. Check your eligibility now.
West Midlands Police hail 'significant win' as new government powers target reflective number plates designed to dodge ANPR cameras. Part of a wider Road Safety Strategy.
BBC Traitors host Claudia Winkleman was spotted filming Channel 4's The Piano in Birmingham New Street. Fans shared their thoughts on the presenter's friendly and kind demeanour. Read what locals said.
Kings Norton Farmers Market, a top-three UK market, cancelled its January 10 event due to dangerous ice warnings. It's only the second cancellation in two decades. The next market is Valentine's Day.
A father drove 285 miles for his driving test, only for it to be cancelled before starting due to a damp passenger seat. Read his story and the DVSA's response.
Residents on a posh Birmingham street demand action over a 23-storey 'sick building' that mars their skyline. Discover the clash between luxury and decay in Edgbaston.
A woman with rheumatoid arthritis says she's forced into roads to avoid illegal e-scooters and e-bikes on pavements. She brands riders 'a menace' and calls for action. Read the full story.
Police data exposes Birmingham's antisocial behaviour hotspots for 2025, with Small Heath and Highgate recording over 400 incidents. Discover the full list of affected areas.
A private investigator exposed a fraudster who pretended to be a successful businessman while serving a prison sentence. Discover the shocking details of this sophisticated dating scam.
Refuge charity warns of a disturbing rise in AI-generated fake nudes. Calls grow for tech firms to be held accountable and for stronger laws to protect women and girls online.
Sayed Hersi remains on the run after six years on West Midlands Police's most wanted list. Public appeals have failed. Call 101 with information.
Discover five brilliant winter walking routes in the West Midlands for January 2026. From canal paths to moorland views, find your perfect crisp morning stroll.
Chloe Madeley has responded to reports ex-husband James Haskell is in talks for Celebs Go Dating. The pair divorced in 2023. Read her full comment here.
HMRC clarifies tax rules for Winter Fuel Payments. Pensioners earning over £35,000 must repay via Self Assessment. Deadline for claims is March 2026. Get the full details.
Gladiators star Jodie Ounsley will complete the Yorkshire Three Peaks climb her father died on, carrying 56kg for his years. She raises funds for deaf children's charity.
A heartless Dudley couple stole a laptop, watch and cards from a man as he received CPR. Jason Pettit and Jodie Westwood are now behind bars. Read the full court report.
Anthony Lomas, 59, has been sentenced after being found guilty of two counts of rape and four counts of sexual assault. Staffordshire Police praised the survivor's bravery.
Staffordshire Police and the Coroner's Office are urgently seeking the family of 77-year-old Angela Powell, who was found deceased at her Lichfield home. Her death is not suspicious.
Join the community at Whisby Nature Park on 22 Feb 2026 to plant a snowdrop in memory of a loved one. Support Child Bereavement UK. Donations from £2.
Katie Price and boyfriend JJ Slater have reportedly ended their two-year relationship. The former glamour model hinted at being single on her podcast. Read the full story.
Henry Saklatvala, 38, from Newcastle-under-Lyme, has been sentenced to over 14 years in prison for the rape and sexual assault of a girl under 16. Staffordshire Police praised the survivor's bravery.
West Midlands Police deploy Section 60 powers after racist abuse and assaults at protests outside a Sutton Coldfield hotel housing asylum seekers. Stay informed on community safety.
West Midlands Police urge the public not to dial 999 for snowball fights or school closures after Storm Goretti. Call volumes doubled, impacting emergency response times. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police are appealing for help to identify four men after an attempted theft from a Dudley cash machine on December 27. CCTV images released.