Leading law firm Freeths has provided legal advice to Wattstor on a new debt financing of up to £50 million from Aldermore Bank to support the growth of its Price Protect project portfolio.

A new annual pop-up event series, Side Dish, is coming to Birmingham from 2 to 5 February -bringing together local food venues, live comedy and fundraising for a Birmingham charity during a traditionally quieter period for hospitality.

The iconic Caledonian Sleeper train has departed Birmingham for the first time – opening a direct connection between the West Midlands and the Scottish Highlands.

Birmingham City University (BCU) and Birmingham Botanical Gardens (BBG) will work together to provide even more opportunities for children and young people across the city after deciding to renew their partnership.

Birmingham Hippodrome has announced the appointment of Anand Bhatt as its new director of creative programmes.

Fostering for Wolverhampton welcomed local residents to a series of events last week, giving people the opportunity to learn more about fostering and the difference it makes to children and young people across the city.

A suspected fly tipper who left personal details among the rubbish strewn on a local green space has been tracked down and prosecuted by City of Wolverhampton Council.

Residents, local leaders and healthcare workers will come together on Sunday 18 January 2026, to celebrate the life of Dorothy Wyndlow Pattison better known as Sister Dora.

Walsall Council is championing Big Energy Saving Week (17–23 January) by hosting a series of free, drop-in sessions offering climate and energy support. Residents are invited to visit the Bloxwich Launchpad (WS3 2JF)

The Mayor of the West Midlands has visited Blakenall Village Centre to see first-hand how the WorkWell programme is supporting Walsall residents with health conditions or disabilities to access and stay in employment.