Plans Unveiled to Replace Wolverhampton Offices with New Special School Saturday, May 9, 2026 wolverhampton specialeducation schooldevelopment broadmeadow priorygreen pendeford counciloffices accessibility inclusiveeducation educationplanning Plans have been submitted to demolish the aging Priory Green council offices in Whitburn Close, Pendeford, Wolverhampton, to make way for a new, purpose-built special school. The proposed development would accommodate up to … Read More
I Visited Birmingham’s Best Cinema with Recliner Seats and Table Service – Here’s What I Found Saturday, May 9, 2026 cinema birmingham omniplex recliner seats table-service snacks parking premium luxury I love going to the cinema. Sure, watching a film at home with snacks you’ve picked up from the supermarket is more affordable, but there’s something undeniably special about the big screen experience. When I saw a social … Read More
Solihull Mums' Mental Health Walk Draws 100 Participants in Park Saturday, May 9, 2026 solihull mentalhealth women community support wellbeing walk outdoors awareness stridesquad Keeley Skelding established the Solihull Women’s Stride Squad to create a supportive community for women experiencing mental health struggles. Motivated by her personal difficulties and the lack of accessible support, … Read More
Iconic Birmingham Independent Boutique Autograph Closes After 38 Years, Citing City Centre Challenges Saturday, May 9, 2026 birmingham autograph independent retail menswear jewelleryquarter ethelstreet closure fashion citycentre After nearly four decades as a cornerstone of Birmingham’s independent retail scene, Autograph, a beloved clothes shop located on Ethel Street, has closed its doors. Established in 1988 by Carl Lester, Autograph was renowned … Read More
Birmingham Sees Surge in LGBTQ+ Hate Crimes Amid New Legal Protections Saturday, May 9, 2026 birmingham hatecrime lgbtq+ legislation disability protection incidents community safety inclusion Birmingham has witnessed a concerning increase in hate crimes targeting the LGBTQ+ community, with 634 recorded incidents in 2025 alone. This rise comes as new legislation aimed at providing equal protections to victims of … Read More
Why Aston Villa Will Not Screen Europa League Final at Villa Park Saturday, May 9, 2026 astonvilla villapark europaleague northstand redevelopment stadium football fans watchparty construction sport Aston Villa have confirmed that due to ongoing redevelopment at Villa Park, fans will not be able to watch the Europa League final on the big screen at the stadium. Construction on the North Stand is set to begin immediately … Read More