When Will Birmingham's 'Zombie Quarter' Rise Again? The Plan Revealed Wednesday, March 25, 2026 birmingham zombiequarter newstreet redevelopment heritage cinema architecture restoration citycouncil urbanrenewal A long-neglected section of Birmingham’s busiest street is on the verge of a remarkable transformation. The Grade II-listed building at 92-93 New Street, located opposite the lively ‘Chicken Quarter’ renowned for its array of … Read More
Midlands Car Boot Sale Issues Warning Over Fly-Tipping Fines and Bans Wednesday, March 25, 2026 flytipping carboot warwickshire environment fines market cleanup prosecution bans litter A popular car boot sale in the Midlands has issued a stern warning to both sellers and buyers about the consequences of fly-tipping at their events. Following last weekend’s gathering at Furnace End Market and Car Boot Sale … Read More
Man Left Bloodied After Altercation Over Busking Spots in Dudley Town Centre Wednesday, March 25, 2026 dudley busking fight violence marketplace police emergency music dispute injury A man was left bloodied following a violent confrontation in Dudley town centre on Monday morning. Emergency services were dispatched around 11:30 a.m. after reports of a group of people fighting at Market Place. Councillor … Read More
Baseball Bat Attack: The Double Life of Simon Tang Exposed Wednesday, March 25, 2026 crime rape trial sentencing violence prostitution deception doublelife justice criminal Simon Tang, a 56-year-old businessman, has been sentenced to nearly ten years in prison for the brutal rape of a prostitute, an attack that involved striking her with a baseball bat. The case, heard at Birmingham Crown Court, … Read More
A Look Around Smith's Wood Academy - England's Most Improved School Wednesday, March 25, 2026 education improvement achievement transformation solihull academy students leadership teaching schools Nestled in the heart of Solihull, Smith’s Wood Academy stands as a remarkable example of educational transformation. Once struggling to meet expectations, the school has surged ahead to become the most improved school in … Read More
A Family’s Struggle With a Mould-Infested, Unsafe Home and Neglect Wednesday, March 25, 2026 mould damp housing health homelessness landlord council safety family neglect Kevin Smith and his family are trapped in a living nightmare in their home on Lyttelton Road, Stourbridge. The house is riddled with damp, pervasive mould, unsafe electrical wiring, structural damage, and even invasive … Read More