Cowbridge Art Exhibition Opens at The Old Hall
Cowbridge Art Society's exhibition is now open at The Old Hall. Featuring a superb range of 2D and 3D art, a Visitors' Choice Award, and a raffle. Open until Dec 13. Visit today!
Cowbridge Art Society's exhibition is now open at The Old Hall. Featuring a superb range of 2D and 3D art, a Visitors' Choice Award, and a raffle. Open until Dec 13. Visit today!
A new community exhibition showcasing artworks inspired by childhood in Sparkhill is now on display at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. Free entry until 6 Jan 2026.
More than 2,200 bank branches have shut across Britain since 2022, with closures hitting 50 per month. Discover how communities are affected and what replacement services are planned.
A fundraiser has been launched for Lily Whitehouse, 19, who died in Oldbury. The campaign aims to cover funeral costs and support her baby. Help give Lily the farewell she deserves.
New research reveals Big Issue vendors in Birmingham face significant mental health impacts from being routinely ignored. Over half of approaches to passers-by receive no response.
Outdoor retailer Trespass is closing its Southampton store in March 2026, following recent closures in Watford and Ipswich. Discover the impact on the UK high street.
Three lucky winners can experience the ultimate Coronation Street fan package: a Star Tour, meeting a cast member, and an overnight stay at Manchester's Radisson Hotel. Enter now!
Hythe in Bloom volunteers create vibrant winter displays on the High Street with new plants. Discover how community spirit and sponsors are keeping the town colourful all year.
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Prosser Street, Wolverhampton, after police responded to reports of a man with a knife making threats. He remains in custody.
A man in his 60s has died after a refuse lorry collided with a building in Leominster. Two other men were airlifted to hospital with serious injuries. Emergency services remain on scene.
A wave of new planning applications has been validated in Rochdale, including proposals for new homes, shopfronts, and infrastructure projects. Discover the latest developments pending consideration.
More than 60 community pharmacies across the UK have been saved from closure by Allied Pharmacies. Discover how this rescue deal protects vital local healthcare services.
Shoe Zone begins clearance sale as it shuts its Rhyl branch, part of a wider retail crisis hitting UK high streets. Discover the full impact and store closure list.
Allied Pharmacies rescues over 60 Jhoots Pharmacy branches from closure, securing jobs and reinstating vital community healthcare services across England and Wales.
New data reveals Welsh retail is outperforming other UK nations with significant footfall increases in March 2024, offering hope for high streets and shopping centres.
Discover how innovative domino art featuring Mars bars and humbugs is breaking down barriers and creating conversations about accessibility in our community.
Birmingham city centre faces major disruption as Corporation Street closes for emergency works near the Bullring, causing significant traffic delays and alternative route challenges for drivers.
Lloyds Banking Group reveals plans to shut 45 branches across England and Wales in 2024, citing changing customer habits and digital banking shift. Find out which locations are affected.
A fierce debate erupts between mortgage brokers and building societies as new research reveals growing tensions over lending practices and market access.
Exciting plans revealed to transform empty Darlington Street Methodist Chapel into vibrant community space with café and heritage features in Wolverhampton city centre.
Discover how Birmingham's revolutionary 360-degree 4K screen is creating immersive digital art experiences in the heart of the city centre, attracting visitors with stunning visual displays.
A massive £80 million government cash injection is set to breathe new life into derelict West Midlands sites, creating thousands of homes and jobs while protecting green spaces from development.
TV favourite Cat Deeley unveils her stylish new collection for Marks & Spencer, bringing morning show glamour to the high street with affordable, sophisticated pieces for the modern woman.
Shoppers are going wild for Next's affordable velvet skirt that's a dead ringer for a luxury designer piece costing nearly £2,000. Discover this fashion dupe that's taking the high street by storm.
Major banking shake-up as Lloyds reveals 21 branches across England and Wales will shut their doors permanently in early 2025, with Halifax and Bank of Scotland locations also affected.
Discover how Nottingham's New Art Exchange is transforming traditional governance with an innovative citizen-led leadership approach that's putting community voices at the heart of decision-making.
A vibrant new mural celebrating Birmingham's iconic People's Pool has been unveiled at Moseley Road Baths, transforming the historic building's exterior while honouring its community heritage.
HSBC announces the permanent closure of its landmark New Street branch in Birmingham city centre, affecting thousands of customers and marking the end of an era for high street banking.
Birmingham's beloved jacket potato vendor shares his terrifying health battle that threatened to close his thriving business, sparking an outpouring of community support.
Network Rail announces significant improvement works at Birmingham Moor Street station, affecting multiple platforms throughout February. Essential travel information for passengers.