Community News

Passengers travelling on the West Coast Main Line this Easter have been urged to check before they travel as a huge programme of improvement work continues.

Twycross Zoo has announced a brand-new lineup of events and experiences for visitors of all ages to enjoy throughout 2026, including the continuation of its world-class Lanterns of the Wild experience until 22 February 2026.

Yorkshire puddings are a firm favourite on roast dinners across the region, but Severn Trent is reminding customers that making them at home can cause serious problems for sewers if leftover batter and cooking fats aren’t disposed of properly.

Tributes have been pouring in following the death of Birmingham councillor, Waseem Zaffar.

High Speed Training, a leading provider of online compliance and development training, has officially certified its 4 millionth learner, marking a significant milestone for the organisation.

Birmingham’s St Chad’s Cathedral hosts a special concert featuring Birmingham Bach Choir on Saturday 14 March 2026.

On Wednesday, 21st January 2026, on the Feast of Saint Maximos the Confessor, His Grace Bishop Maximos of Melitene celebrated his Name Day. His Grace also presided at the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral, during which he ordained Mr Adam Georgiou to the Holy Diaconate.

Award-winning homebuilder Spitfire Homes has reported a record year in 2025, achieving 70% growth with 303 homes completed as part of the brand’s continued expansion across the Midlands region.

The Youth Charter has issued a renewed call for African governments, institutions, and development partners to invest in sport-led education models as a proven pathway to delivering UN Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) across the continent.

The invaluable work of three local charitable groups has been given a major boost, thanks to a £10,000 donation from The Cadbury Foundation, made possible by the support of Mondelēz International employees in the West Midlands.

Amateur choirs and singing groups from across the region are being encouraged to apply to take part in the Midlands Choir of the Year competition before the March 1 deadline.

Independent Birmingham bar and grassroots music venue Nortons Digbeth has announced its annual St Patrick’s programme will take place between 11 and 18 March 2026.

A housebuilder helped Christmas arrive early in Southminster by donating £500 towards the village’s annual Christmas lights switch-on ceremony.

Severn Trent is urging customers not to become “Traitors” to their pipes and follow advice that could help to protect their homes.

Families across Wolverhampton are invited to enjoy a morning of free activities as WV Active hosts Family Fun Days next Saturday 31 January, from 9am to 12.30pm.

Visitors to the East Lancashire Railway (ELR) are set to enjoy even more heritage rail experiences, community events and learning opportunities thanks to a new partnership with Network Rail.