Organisations from the across Walsall are coming together to develop a vision for the future of the Borough. More than 10,000 residents and businesses will be asked for their views about what they want Walsall to look like and be like in 2040 and beyond. We are Walsall 2040 will provide […]

Hundreds of people gathered at Barr Beacon in Walsall on Thursday evening to see the lighting of a beacon to mark Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Before the main event, the crowd was entertained by the City of Birmingham Brass Band who used the site’s iconic war memorial as […]

Warley boxer Amaan Ghulam has seen his dedication and talent pay dividends, reaping national success at a young age. The 17-year-old has been boxing since the age of eight, and began his competitive career at Warley Amateur Boxing Club when he was 11. Amaan said: “Training at Warley has offered […]

Walsall Council is working hard to respond to reports of a spate of drain cover thefts, 35 of which have occurred since the weekend. Roadside drains can be more than a metre deep and present a potential risk to the safety of road users and pedestrians, particularly at night when […]

 display, celebrating Birmingham’s status a Proud Host City for the 2022 Commonwealth Games, has earned the city council its tenth consecutive Gold Medal at the Chelsea Flower Show. Flowers grown at the council’s own nurseries and features linked to the Birmingham 2022 sporting competition and venues made up the eye-catching […]

When it comes to looking after the iconic Spaghetti Junction, Italian father and son duo Michael Del-Giudice and Lewis know the perfect recipe.  The intertwining structure is an integral part of England’s motorway network and on 24 May, it will be 50 years since the road first opened to traffic.  […]

Hauliers and businesses pay homage to sprawling structure  Original architect’s model restored to former glory by Birmingham architects  Motorists and businesses have today paid tribute to the iconic Spaghetti Junction as the road marks 50 years since first opening to traffic.  The junction – known as Gravelly Hill Interchange – […]

Birmingham’s iconic water feature – The River – was officially switched back on in Victoria Square. The fountain has been repaired and refurbished as part of a £12.395m city centre public realm scheme – the first phase of which has seen improvements to Victoria Square. Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Cllr […]

Birmingham City University is opening its doors to the community for a free day of interactive fun and activities for families and people of all ages.   The Inspired Family Day, taking place between 11am and 4pm on Saturday, 11 June 2022, is designed for curious young minds, offering a […]