Gang Hunted After Metal Bar Attack Leaves Man Seriously Injured in Stratford Tuesday, February 17, 2026 stratford assault investigation police metalbars gang injuries community crime patrols A violent attack has left one man seriously injured and the community in Stratford shaken, as police continue their search for a gang responsible for assaulting two men with metal bars. The incident occurred on Bishops Close … Read More
Green Belt Housing Development in Midlands Village Wins Over Locals Tuesday, February 17, 2026 housing greenbelt development affordable solihull planning community councillors support midlands In a decisive 10-minute session, Solihull Council’s planning committee unanimously approved a new housing development in Hampton In Arden, reflecting overwhelming local endorsement. The proposal, submitted by BDW Trading Ltd … Read More
I Visited a Black Country Estate with a Rare 13-Year-Old 20mph Speed Limit — and Witnessed it Broken Instantly Saturday, February 14, 2026 speedlimits westbromwich road safety blackcountry trafficcalming schoolsafety sandwell speeding community transport In the West Midlands, speed limits are typically straightforward: motorways and dual carriageways set at 70mph, A-roads at 60mph, and most residential streets at 30mph. Yet, one corner of the Black Country breaks from this … Read More
‘Monster’ HS2 Project Shakes Residents’ Homes at Night as Council Demands Meaningful Benefits Friday, February 13, 2026 hs2 warwickshire waterorton coleshill construction disruption noise environment community infrastructure The Reform administration at Warwickshire County Council has called on HS2 to provide “monumental” benefits for communities enduring daily disruption from the massive construction project. Residents in Water Orton … Read More
Birmingham’s Titash Restaurant Named Best Indian Eatery in West Midlands: The Secret Behind Their Success Friday, February 13, 2026 indian restaurant curry awards birmingham sheldon authentic cuisine community heritage Titash Restaurant, a cherished Indian eatery located near the NEC and Birmingham Airport, has been crowned the best in the West Midlands. The prestigious Best of the West Midlands award was presented at the Nation’s … Read More
Balsall Common Pub Granted Permission to Keep Fence and Outdoor Bar After Lengthy Dispute Friday, February 13, 2026 balsallcommon brickmakersarms solihull planning pub heritage landscaping beergarden outdoorbar community The Brickmakers Arms pub in Balsall Common will be allowed to keep its recently constructed outdoor bar, perimeter fence, and big screen following a contentious planning saga that divided local authorities. The dispute began … Read More