Wolverhampton Police Seize Five Cars in Road Safety Blitz
Five vehicles were seized and 21 drivers stopped in a Wolverhampton road safety operation, with offences including no insurance, mobile phone use, and illegal tints.
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Burnham and DWP Plan to Tackle NEET Crisis Unveiled
Primary schools will identify children at risk of future unemployment as part of the Milburn Review, aiming to cut the NEET crisis and DWP bill.
Gateley and Maiden fund girls cricket kit for Nottinghamshire
A £15,000 partnership funds girls-specific cricket kit for 100+ Nottinghamshire girls in 2026/27, boosting access and confidence in the sport.
80-Year-Old Volunteer Marks 30 Years of Therapy Dog Visits
80-year-old Pat Harte has spent 30 years volunteering with therapy dogs at St Andrew's Healthcare, bringing comfort and joy to patients across Essex, Birmingham, and Northampton.
Broadfield Park Slopes Nature Play Event in Rochdale
Families can build dens and learn about wildlife at Broadfield Park Slopes on August 12, led by Nature Talks and Walks. Free drop-in workshop part of restoration project.
Win Lindisfarne Festival Tickets in Sunshine Fund Draw
Win weekend camping tickets for 2 to Lindisfarne Festival, UK's Best Small Festival, by entering the Sunshine Fund prize draw. Entries cost £5, support disabled children.
Free Summer Fun at Bullring, Merry Hill, McArthur Glen
Discover free summer activities at Birmingham shopping centres: meet characters at McArthurGlen, artisan markets at Merry Hill, Reloved Brum at Bullring, and more.
Six Killed in Bangkok School Shooting; Gunman Dead
Six people, including a teacher, were killed in a shooting at a school north of Bangkok; the alleged student gunman is also dead. At least 15 others were wounded, two critically.
Dudley Community Lottery Proposal to Support Good Causes
Dudley Council proposes a community lottery to raise extra £150,000 yearly for charities and events, with 50% going to good causes, debated August 13.
Driver fined for cannabis driving after red light run
Daanish Iqbal, 29, fined £400 and banned for 12 months after police saw him run a red light in Birmingham while under the influence of cannabis.
Birmingham 'Mr Music' jailed for rape of student
Keith Allen, known as 'Mr Music' in 1990s Birmingham, jailed for eight-and-a-half years for raping a 17-year-old student he groomed from age 15. Victim speaks out.
Nominate West Midlands Pubs for Best Pub Award
Pub lovers across the West Midlands are urged to nominate their local for the National Pub of the Year award, with entries closing soon.
Rowley Regis Fire Destroys Family Home, £3.8k Raised
A family escaped a 'large scale' Rowley Regis blaze with only their clothes; over £3,800 raised to help them rebuild their lives from scratch.
West Midlands immigration raids: 701 arrests in 2026
Immigration enforcement in the West Midlands has surged, with 884 visits and 701 arrests in 2026, targeting illegal workers and rogue employers.
Mum's Tribute to Daughter After Dad Charged with Murder
A grieving mum pays tribute to her 'first true love' after her 9-year-old daughter died at a Scottish industrial estate. Her dad faces murder charge.
Hidden Gem Welsh Town Overlooked by Tourists
Discover the overlooked Welsh town with stunning scenery, rich history, and affordable living—yet few tourists visit. Why it deserves attention.
Police seek three men after Nuneaton sexual assault
Warwickshire Police have released descriptions of three men wanted for questioning after a young man was sexually assaulted near Bermuda Leisure Park in Nuneaton at about 1am on Wednesday, August 5.
WW2 Bomb Found in Staffordshire Quarry Triggers Explosion
An unexploded WW2 bomb found at a Staffordshire quarry led to a controlled explosion and road closures on the A38, with evacuations and a 900-metre cordon.
MAFS Bec Sells Wedding Ring for Charity After Split
MAFS Australia's Bec Zacharia is selling her wedding ring from Danny Hewitt to raise funds for the Animal Welfare League, donating part of the proceeds.
Lidl West Midlands Free Food Stores: Full List
Lidl expands free food scheme to 196 UK stores, including 10 in West Midlands, via Olio app. Volunteers collect surplus food for local families.
Man Seriously Injured in Walsall Incident
A man was seriously injured in an incident on Darlaston Road, Walsall, this morning. Paramedics provided advanced trauma care before rushing him to Queen Elizabeth Hospital under blue lights.
Warning after horse rider injured on Shropshire road
Drivers urged to take extra care after a horse rider sustained minor injuries in an incident on a Shropshire road, prompting a police safety alert.
Attempted Murder Retrial Set for West Midlands Woman
A West Midlands woman accused of attempting to murder a child will face a new trial next year after a jury failed to reach a verdict. The retrial is scheduled for 2025.
Cat Killed by Two Dogs in Birmingham Garden Attack
A Birmingham couple's cat Loki was fatally mauled by two dogs in their front garden. The owners, Katie Rogers and Cole Dennick, describe their grief and are campaigning for 'Loki's Law'.
Hair Styling Workshop for Dads Launches in Clayton
ChloePlatt-Hair launches practical workshops in Clayton to help dads master children's hair styling. First session at The Crown pub on September 6.
Digbeth rail plans spark fears of cultural wipeout
Digbeth businesses warn Midlands Rail Hub Alliance viaduct widening plans could destroy the area's creative scene, with venues like The Night Owl facing closure.
Birmingham Family Focus service eases NHS GP pressure
Birmingham's Family Focus service, run by Barnardo's with Modality Partnership, cuts GP visits by offering social support, with wellbeing workers in five medical centres.
Shipston Scheme Raises £614 for Breast Cancer Now
Residents and staff at Rainbow Fields in Shipston-on-Stour raised £614 for Breast Cancer Now, inspired by neighbour Jacqueline's cancer battle. Orbit added £250.
Police probe sexual assault near Bermuda Leisure Park
Warwickshire Police investigate sexual assault of a young man near Bermuda Leisure Park, Nuneaton, at 1am; three suspects in black sought.
Police Release CCTV Images in Kings Norton Post Office Robbery
West Midlands Police have released CCTV images of two men they want to identify after a robbery at a Post Office in The Fold, Kings Norton, where money was taken from a till and one suspect carried a hammer.
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