New Serpentine Park in Birmingham to Unite Centenary Square and Mailbox via Historic Aqueduct Sunday, May 24, 2026 birmingham serpentine park aqueduct heritage greenspace urbandesign playtrail sustainability architecture A fresh burst of greenery could soon enliven Birmingham city centre with the proposed creation of the Serpentine Path — a charming new green space that promises to highlight a little-known Grade II-listed landmark, if … Read More
Great-grandmother’s tragic death at Birmingham hospital linked to hospital falls and infections Sunday, May 24, 2026 hospital falls pneumonia influenza care inquest birmingham hipfracture patientcare eldercare An 82-year-old great-grandmother, Janet McCabe, who was described as a “fighter” and was preparing to return home after a major hip operation, tragically died following two falls during her stay at Good Hope Hospital in … Read More
'I thought about death daily but art saved me - now I want to give others the same lifeline' Sunday, May 24, 2026 depression art mentalhealth recovery creativity therapy birmingham pentupemotions vangogh suicideprevention Ben Poultney, a man from the Black Country, faced dark days where thoughts of death were a constant companion. His struggle with depression started with relentless panic attacks that he couldn’t understand or manage. He … Read More
Championship-Proven Centre-Backs Ready to Solve Birmingham City's Defensive Puzzle Saturday, May 23, 2026 birmingham championship football defenders centreshalf recruitment neumann kitching robinson binks sport Phil Neumann’s impressive finish to last season has eased the urgency for Birmingham City to immediately sign a new left-sided centre-back. However, adding options in that position would still strengthen the squad and provide … Read More
Study Finds England’s Six Poorest Areas All Located in Birmingham Saturday, May 23, 2026 poverty birmingham income disposableincome economy urban disparities incomeinequality england study A recent study investigating average disposable income across England has identified the six poorest areas, all of which are located in Birmingham. This finding highlights significant economic challenges within certain parts …
Birmingham City Council Secures Over £150,000 from Swift Land Sales Saturday, May 23, 2026 birmingham land auction council property realestate sales suttoncoldfield sheldon alumrock Birmingham City Council has successfully raised over £150,000 through the rapid auction of land parcels in Sutton Coldfield, Sheldon, and Alum Rock. The recent sales, conducted by Bond Wolfe auctioneers, brought in a total of … Read More