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Man shot in Handsworth drug deal, court told

A man was shot in the stomach after attempting to buy drugs in Handsworth, Birmingham Crown Court hears. The trial continues as the defendant denies attempted murder.

Handsworth residents oppose six-bed HMO plan

Plans to convert a Handsworth family home into a six-bedroom HMO face local opposition over anti-social behaviour concerns. Residents say 'we don't want it here'.

Litter pickers transform Oscott and Great Barr

Meet Alex Hall and Councillor Darius Sandhu, the volunteers cleaning up Oscott and Great Barr through their community Facebook page. Discover how local residents are joining their mission.

Birmingham Council Sells Former Nursery at Auction

Cash-strapped Birmingham City Council is selling the former Birchfield Community Day Nursery in Handsworth at auction on December 10. Guide price is over £300,000 for the 17,513 sq ft site.

Community Choir for Dementia Wins Vital Funding

The Forget-me-not Chorus in North Wales has secured a Community Resilience Grant to provide free singing sessions for those living with and alongside dementia. Discover how music builds community.

Handsworth murder: Police hunt for teen suspect

Police are hunting for Oumar Traore, 17, after Yassin Alama, 19, was fatally stabbed in Handsworth, Birmingham. A 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.

Man arrested after Birmingham teen stabbed to death

A 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender following the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Yassin Alama in Handsworth. Police continue to hunt for suspect Oumar Traore, 17.

Community Partnership Saves Frankley Library

A new partnership has secured the future of Frankley Library in Birmingham, transforming it into a community hub with expanded support services. Discover how this collaboration saved a vital local resource.

2025 Pride of Gedling Awards Winners Announced

Discover the inspiring winners of the 2025 Pride of Gedling Awards, celebrating local heroes and community champions across Nottinghamshire. Read their remarkable stories now!

Handsworth residents halt 14-bed HMO plan

Furious Handsworth residents celebrate as council rejects 14-bed supported housing plan. Locals say area is treated as a 'dumping ground' for HMOs. Read the full story.

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