Midland’s Great Alne Primary with Just 12 Pupils Faces Possible Closure Sunday, February 22, 2026 education schoolclosure warwickshire enrollment ofsted leadership funding primaryschool community send Great Alne Primary School in Warwickshire, a small Midland institution with a capacity for 112 pupils, currently educates just 12 children—less than 10% of its capacity. Following a recent inspection rating the school as … Read More
Police Release CCTV Image in Investigation of Public Decency Incident on Birmingham Bus Monday, February 16, 2026 police cctv investigation bus birmingham warwickshire public decency crime appeal West Midlands Police have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to in relation to an incident reported last July involving outraging public decency on the Number 13 bus route between central Birmingham and Hams … 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
Midland Dad Becomes Instant Millionaire After Unearthing Henry VIII Pendant Tuesday, February 10, 2026 metal-detecting tudor henryviii pendant britishmuseum heritage archaeology warwickshire treasure history A Birmingham cafe owner’s hobby has transformed his life after he discovered a priceless piece of history while metal detecting. Charlie Clarke unearthed a rare 500-year-old gold pendant linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to … Read More
Midlands Towns Shine on 2026 List of Best Places to Live in England Saturday, February 7, 2026 midlands birmingham worcestershire warwickshire lichfield shrewsbury jewelleryquarter digbeth harborne bestplaces Several towns and neighborhoods across the Midlands have been proudly named to a new 2026 list highlighting the best places to live in England. Celebrated for their charm, community spirit, and family-friendly environments, … Read More
A5 Warwickshire Closure RECAP: Busy Route Near Motorway Remains Closed Overnight Following Serious Collision Friday, February 6, 2026 a5 warwickshire roadclosure collision nationalhighways motorway traffic emergency police incident A serious collision has led to the overnight closure of a busy stretch of the A5 in Warwickshire, near the motorway. National Highways confirmed the road will remain closed while emergency services continue to manage the …