Local News and Updates
- 19th January 2026
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.
- 19th January 2026
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.
- 19th January 2026
The iconic Caledonian Sleeper train has departed Birmingham for the first time – opening a direct connection between the West Midlands and the Scottish Highlands.
- 19th January 2026
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.
- 19th January 2026
Birmingham Hippodrome has announced the appointment of Anand Bhatt as its new director of creative programmes.
- 19th January 2026
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.
- 19th January 2026
Take on a fire or ice challenge for St Wilfrid’s Hospice
- 19th January 2026
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.
- 16th January 2026
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.
- 16th January 2026
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....