‘They don’t care about us,’ say Walsall residents opposing new school at Reedswood Park Wednesday, March 11, 2026 walsall education reedswoodpark school residents environment safety departmentforeducation council community Three sisters living next to the proposed site for a new £50 million free school in Walsall have voiced their frustration, accusing decision-makers of neglecting local residents. Julie Petty and Jayne Cooney, both 65, along … Read More
Heartbreaking loss: Beloved mum-of-three and cherished school assistant passes away after difficult period Monday, March 9, 2026 suicide bereavement community teaching family mentalhealth support tribute football charity sport Michelle Fisher, a devoted mother of three and a much-loved teaching assistant at West Hill Primary School in Cannock, tragically took her own life on Friday, February 20, after experiencing a difficult time. For nearly a … Read More
Yobs and robbers drive shoppers away as Dudley town centre struggles with crime wave Saturday, March 7, 2026 crime dudley shoplifting antisocial police safety youth theft community council Traders in Dudley, West Midlands, are raising alarm over escalating crime that is keeping shoppers away and harming local businesses. Despite the recent opening of a new West Midlands Police headquarters nearby at Castlegate, … Read More
Dudley Council Moves to Support Struggling Pubs with New Measures Saturday, March 7, 2026 dudley pubs hospitality support council taxation planning community health legislation Dudley borough is taking decisive steps to support its local pubs, as councillors have approved a plan aimed at helping these vital community venues survive tough economic times. On March 2, the full council voted in favour … Read More
Mum Left Paralysed After Freak Fall Fights Back with Family Support Saturday, March 7, 2026 paralysis spinalcordinjury fundraising marathon rehabilitation family resilience trauma healthcare community sport Sandra Adams, mother of four and a beloved member of Woodhall Spa in Lincolnshire, suffered a tragic spinal cord injury after a fall down the stairs at her home last May during a family barbecue. The accident left her … Read More
Birmingham Monopoly Board to Feature Local Charity on Community Chest Square Saturday, March 7, 2026 birmingham monopoly charity community local game nomination culture winningmoves hasbro The upcoming Birmingham Edition of the Monopoly board game is set to shine a spotlight on a local charity with a dedicated Community Chest square. Following its announcement last month, the creators of Monopoly: Birmingham … Read More