State of high street leaves Bearwood traders debating future
Imran Khan, owner of Carpet Mill in Bearwood Road, Bearwood Frustrated traders say an influx of 24/7 off-licences,…
New off-licence approved despite neighbour concerns
A decision to open another late-night off-licence in Bearwood has been approved. Sandwell Council’s licensing committee approved a…
Man jailed for keeping eight people enslaved in London car wash – MKFM 106.3FM
A man has been jailed for keeping eight people enslaved in a car wash in London. Hewa Margai,…
City council exploring busking compromise
Birmingham Council is exploring possible compromises after a divisive busking crackdown was introduced in the city centre. The…
75th anniversary tour of The Mousetrap to open at The Alexandra
Agatha Christie’s iconic thriller and the world’s longest running play, The Mousetrap will embark on a major UK…
School crossing patrols to be scrapped for permanent crossings
A number of school crossing patrols in Sandwell will be replaced with permanent zebra crossings. Sandwell Council plans…
Birmingham Hippodrome announces Origins Festival
Sophia Griffin, Head of New Work and Artist Development at Birmingham Hippodrome. (Credit: Paul Stringer). Birmingham Hippodrome has…
Garden waste collection charges in Sandwell remain frozen for 2026
Sandwell Council has confirmed that the cost for garden waste collections will remain frozen at £40 for 2026.…
Birmingham matches confirmed amid huge optimism for Euros 2028
Excitement is building in Birmingham over the impact that being a 2028 Euros host city could have, with…
Police in Germany arrest suspected Hamas member who ‘acquired Glock pistols to attack Jewish institutions’ – MKFM 106.3FM
Police in Germany have arrested a suspected Hamas member who allegedly obtained guns and ammunition to attack Jewish…