Rochdale Council's 12 Months of Achievements and Success
Rochdale Borough celebrates a year of triumphs, from gold medals at North West in Bloom to major regeneration projects and vital community support. Discover the highlights of 2025.
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Where to Celebrate New Year's Eve 2025 in Birmingham
Plan your perfect New Year's Eve in Birmingham with our guide to six major ticketed events, from themed balls to massive festival-style parties. Find venues, music, and prices for 2025.
11 Top Winter Dog Walks in Birmingham
Discover 11 fantastic winter dog walks in Birmingham, featuring parks, hills, and woodlands perfect for family outings. Find your new favourite spot today!
Birmingham's Golden Eagle pub stripped bare in 1984
The story of Birmingham's Golden Eagle pub, a legendary rock and disco venue stripped by patrons in 1984, now a car park. A new student block plan was recently refused. Discover the history.
Birmingham 1997: How the city looked in a pivotal year
Step back to 1997 Birmingham. See the city's tribute to Diana, iconic concerts from Ozzy to Oasis, and sporting triumphs. Explore 24 archive photos showing a world before smartphones.
Bamford's Cotswolds Observatory Gets Green Light
Lord Anthony Bamford wins planning permission for a 'landscape observatory' on his Cotswolds estate, despite strong opposition over light pollution and landscape impact.
Candlelight Concerts Illuminate Birmingham This Christmas
Experience magical candlelight concerts at St Paul's Church in Birmingham this festive season. Discover performances of Christmas classics, Vivaldi, and The Wizard of Oz. Book tickets now.
10 New Birmingham Restaurants to Visit in 2026
Discover the 10 best new restaurants set to open in and around Birmingham in 2026, from high-end Greek cuisine to a London sushi favourite. Plan your culinary adventures now.
Derby students raise £2k+ for charity at festive market
Year 12 students at Derby Cathedral School organised the school's inaugural Christmas market, raising over £2,000 for local charities. The event featured 35 stalls and was part of the Archbishop's Young Leaders Award.
Hospice to open affordable cafe in Erdington's Rookery House
Birmingham Hospice is opening a new community cafe, Hive In The Park, in the historic Rookery House in Erdington in early 2026. The 'warm and welcoming' space will offer cheap food and drink. Read more and find out how to volunteer.
Folkestone Rotary Club Honours Two with Paul Harris Fellowship
Ray Beaglehole and Nigel Hart from Channel Rotary Club Folkestone have been awarded the Paul Harris Fellowship, Rotary's highest honour, for their outstanding service. Discover their stories.
Asda boss 'disappointed' by Labour's missing growth plan
Asda chairman Lord Rose voices disappointment over Labour's abandoned manifesto pledges on growth. He criticises the budget and discusses fuel price cuts for Christmas. Read the full interview.
Discover Birmingham's Secret Garden in the Library
Escape Birmingham's festive bustle at the Library's Secret Garden. Find panoramic city views, greenery & quiet on the 7th floor. Your peaceful urban retreat awaits.
Birmingham's Top 16 Streets for 2026 Living
Discover the 16 most desirable streets in Birmingham for 2026, as chosen by local readers and writers. Find your perfect neighbourhood in Brum.
Marie Curie Shop in Knowle Voted UK's Favourite
A Marie Curie charity shop in the West Midlands has been crowned the nation's best after a public vote. Discover what makes this community hub so special and where to find it.
New average speed cameras for 6 Birmingham roads in 2026
Birmingham City Council is installing average speed cameras on six new routes in 2026, expanding enforcement across the city. Drivers urged to stick to limits to save lives.
Bullring Birmingham's Christmas Evolution in Photos
Explore the festive history of Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre through decades of Christmas photos, from royal openings to today's retail buzz. A Brummie holiday essential.
Pensioners due £308 after DWP PIP error
Thousands of UK state pensioners may be owed a £308 back payment due to a DWP legal error on PIP mobility awards. Check eligibility and how to claim now.
Cosy Christmas Pub & Walks Near Solihull
Discover Lowsonford, a quaint Warwickshire village with lovely canal walks, leading to a pub with a festive scent and award-winning pies. Perfect for a festive day out.
Teen Star Eleni Chivers Nominated for BroadwayWorld UK Award
Newark's Eleni Chivers, 17, is nominated for a BroadwayWorld UK Award for Best Leading Performer. Vote now to support this local talent against West End stars.
Sheffield Girl Thrives with Autism Assistance Dog Ivanhoe
Scarlette Hudson, 12, missed half her junior school but now attends full-time thanks to her autism assistance dog, Ivanhoe. The pair won Client Partnership of the Year from Sheffield's Support Dogs charity.
Birmingham's Top 26 Restaurant Picks for 2026
Discover BirminghamLive's ultimate foodie guide for 2026, featuring 26 essential restaurants from cheap bites to luxury dining. Get the list and sign up for weekly food news.
Birmingham's Top 7 Areas to Live in 2026
Local mortgage experts reveal the seven best neighbourhoods to live in Birmingham for 2026, from the cool streets of Digbeth to the leafy suburbs of Sutton Coldfield. Discover average house prices and key attractions.
Brain injury survivor wins national Headway award
Lorna Collins from Amersham wins the Alex Richardson Achiever of the Year Award for her creative work supporting brain injury survivors. Discover her inspiring story.
Birmingham Christmas Market 2025 enters final week
Time is running out to experience Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market 2025. The festive attraction departs on Christmas Eve. Discover what's still on offer for your last-minute visit.
Hero ex-soldier stops car attack at Liverpool FC parade
Daniel Barr, an ex-Army labourer, is commended for his 'outstandingly brave' act of stopping a car that drove into a Liverpool victory parade crowd, injuring over 100. Read his incredible story.
What's on in Birmingham: Weekend Before Christmas 2025
Discover the ultimate guide to Birmingham's festive weekend before Christmas 2025. From the iconic Frankfurt Market to light trails and pantomimes, plan your perfect seasonal visit.
Birmingham mum's labour after toddler's cancer diagnosis
A Birmingham mother went into labour just hours after learning her two-year-old had leukaemia. Now four, Connie is set to ring the bell ending treatment after joining a pioneering clinical trial. Read her family's inspiring story.
Kelly Osbourne's Birmingham tribute to father Ozzy
Kelly Osbourne collected a Lord Mayor's Award for her late father, Ozzy Osbourne, in Birmingham. She spoke of his Brummie pride and the city's overwhelming support.
Birmingham cuts speed limits on 27 main roads to 30mph
Birmingham City Council enforces new 30mph limits on over 25 key routes, including Bristol Road and Hagley Road West, as part of a major road safety drive. Learn the full list and locations of new speed cameras.
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