Category : Resident Stories


Solihull's Oldest Man, WWII Hero, Dies at 105

Tributes pour in for Geoffrey Doyle, a 105-year-old World War Two veteran believed to be Solihull's oldest man, who served in the invasion of Italy and lived an extraordinary life across three continents.

Illustrator's Final Book Brings Comfort to Children

The late Peter Lawson, a beloved Cardiff illustrator, dedicated his final months to creating 'On Big Bear's Shoulders' for Tŷ Hafan Children's Hospice. His family launches the book this World Book Day, continuing his legacy of providing safety and joy thr

Solihull Teen Recycles 1.5M Cans for Charity

A 13-year-old from Solihull has recycled over 1.5 million aluminum cans, generating approximately £18,000 for charitable causes through his innovative recycling initiative.

Former Birmingham Youth Centre to Become Community Hub

Birmingham Council has approved the sale of the long-vacant Malcolm Locker Youth Centre in Wylde Green to a local church, which plans to transform it into a community hub offering warm spaces, foodbank services, and youth programs.

Solihull Bar Platform Three: 8 Years as Community Hub

Platform Three, a family-run bar in Solihull's Olton, marks nearly a decade as a beloved local spot. Founded by ex-NHS nurse Colette King with her daughters, it attracts regulars from Birmingham, creating a warm, community-focused atmosphere.

MAFS UK Star Announces Pregnancy After IVF Battle

Married at First Sight UK star Peggy Rose Lawrence reveals she is expecting her first child after documenting her emotional IVF treatment journey online, receiving support from former co-stars.

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