Birmingham's New Street ranks as 4th unhealthiest in UK
Birmingham's New Street is the fourth unhealthiest high street in the UK, with over 36% of shops being fast food outlets or unhealthy stores. Discover the full list and health risks.
Birmingham's New Street is the fourth unhealthiest high street in the UK, with over 36% of shops being fast food outlets or unhealthy stores. Discover the full list and health risks.
A thriving monthly meet-up for Middlesbrough’s military community is preparing to welcome back members as it enters its first full year. The club offers support and connection for veterans and serving personnel.
Birmingham Airport passengers face extended waits as air-rail link runs at 50% capacity for essential maintenance. Plan extra journey time or use walking routes.
The multi-billion-pound Transpennine Route Upgrade reports strong 2025 progress, with key works at Huddersfield station and over 5,000 people now on the project. Discover how it will transform northern rail.
Birmingham City Council halts unauthorised car park at The Crown pub, birthplace of Black Sabbath. Campaigners call it a 'small victory' and demand owners refurbish or sell the historic site.
Driver training has commenced at Birmingham's three new Camp Hill line stations, marking a major step towards restoring passenger services for the first time since WWII. Read the latest updates.
HS2 officials admit the 2029-2033 target for trains between London and Birmingham is unachievable. Read the latest on the project reset, costs, and local reaction.
Birmingham's city centre is set for a dramatic transformation with two major skyscraper developments approved, including a 49-storey residential tower and a 'bold' 41-storey building. Discover the details.
HS2 engineers installed two critical viaduct spans near Water Orton during a five-day Christmas rail closure, a major milestone for the high-speed project. Read more.
Birmingham's Eastside Metro extension moves closer to opening, with services on the first section expected early this year. Get the latest on progress and timelines.
West Midlands Police issue CCTV appeal after a woman was punched in the face and robbed on King Street, Darlaston. Call 101 with information.
Fresh anger erupts as HS2 confirms major delay for Birmingham-London line, missing 2029-2033 target. Mayor defends project as critics blast 'white elephant'. Read the latest.
Stunning CGI images show how Birmingham could look in 2045, with HS2, a regenerated Digbeth, and new sports quarter. See the ambitious vision for the city's future.
New data shows UK drivers spend an average of £260 annually on snacks at petrol stations. EV owners who charge at home avoid this hidden cost. Read the full report.
West Midlands Police are seeking two individuals following an assault inside a McDonald's on Station Drive, Brierley Hill, in the early hours of December 3. Call 101 with information.
Major two-year project to upgrade Birmingham's core streets with new paving and lighting begins on January 5. Discover the timeline and how it affects you.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after beer and chocolates were stolen from a Dudley fuel station on December 20. Officers have released an image of a man they wish to speak to.
The Welsh Government is contributing £22m to upgrade Cardiff Central station, a non-devolved asset, to unlock £117.8m in UK funding. The project aims to handle 20 million passengers by 2035.
Birmingham's skyline is set for a dramatic overhaul with five multi-million-pound regeneration schemes. Discover how Smithfield, Martineau Galleries, and other projects will deliver thousands of homes and jobs.
HS2 Ltd's CEO admits the high-speed rail line cannot open between London and Birmingham by 2033. Read the latest on the project's 'fundamental reset' and revised schedule.
HS2 Ltd CEO Mark Wild confirms the 2029-2033 opening schedule is unachievable. Read the latest on the project's 'reset' and construction progress.
A detailed look at the major projects across Walsall, from town centre regeneration to new railway stations, as the borough's £1.5bn transformation programme advances into 2026.
Folklore café at Sutton Coldfield station faced shutdown in 2025 over its rescue cat, Betty. Owner Alex Light found an ingenious solution to keep both his business and the feline resident. Discover this unique community hub.
Five men arrested after a violent street fight in Nottingham city centre shocked Christmas shoppers. Police seek witnesses to the Wollaton Street affray.
Hazel Holmes appeals for information after her husband John, 80, died from asbestos-related cancer. The former engineer worked at UK power stations in the 1970s. Can you help?
The Station pub in Kings Heath is holding a special event on December 27 to raise funds for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm in modern history, devastated the island.
UK drivers are urged to fill up fuel tanks before Christmas Day as major forecourts announce closures. Get essential winter travel tips and dash cam advice for safer festive journeys.
Construction is finished on five new railway stations in Birmingham and the Black Country, restoring passenger services to some areas for the first time since WWII. Read the full details.
Strensham Services on the M5 in Worcestershire has been crowned the UK's top service station in a new study. Discover the full rankings and what makes a great pit stop.
A man in his 20s was seriously injured in an assault outside The Station Hotel in Wellington, Telford. Police are searching for a heavy-built suspect wearing a distinctive Christmas jumper. Witnesses urged to come forward.