Birmingham pub promises 'instant ban' after vandalism
The Bournbrook Inn in Stirchley pledges an instant ban after toilets were graffitied just days after a fresh paint job. Staff call the act 'deflating and defeating'.
The Bournbrook Inn in Stirchley pledges an instant ban after toilets were graffitied just days after a fresh paint job. Staff call the act 'deflating and defeating'.
Gary Webb, 38, has been sentenced to 15 months in prison for a drunken, unprovoked assault that left a man with a fractured jaw. Read the full details of the shocking Staffordshire pub attack.
A Staffordshire pub outlines three key demands to save UK pubs from an 'unfair tax burden' as the government hints at a budget U-turn on business rates. Support your local.
Omar Clarke and Herbert Palmer admitted GBH after attacking a man with glass bottles on Erdington High Street. They will be sentenced in March. Read the full court details.
A retired businessman slams Greene King for ignoring his fully-funded plan to save The Oddfellows Arms in Redditch, a historic pub closed since 2023. Read his story.
CCTV captures the moment a snowman was swiped from The Potter pub in Longton. Pub management appeals for its safe return after the festive theft caused a social media stir.
We visited The Woodpecker pub in Birmingham after hearing negative reviews. Discover why first impressions can be misleading and what we really found inside.
Lee Spence, 25, launched a premeditated attack on his father John in HMP Perth, leaving a wound needing 40 stitches. He was given an extended sentence.
The Rose Villa Tavern in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter stays open during Storm Goretti, offering a warm haven and 30% off comfort food. A beacon of community spirit in the snow.
Rural pubs in Wales are transforming into community lifelines with grants up to £6,000. Discover how initiatives like village stores and craft workshops are tackling isolation and boosting wellbeing.
Cameron Worrallo, 21, has been sentenced for a violent robbery at Mill Green Nature Reserve where a woman was pinned down and her car stolen. Read the full details of the shocking case.
Two teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage after vandalising a Staffordshire pub toilet, causing a significant flood. Police continue their investigation.
The Lamp Tavern in Dudley urges locals to visit for company this January, highlighting the pub's role as a community hub against loneliness. Landlord Don Hirst shares a warm message.
Pub bosses warn of devastating closures as business rates threaten £150m blow. Industry leaders urge the government for a 'fast solution' after crisis talks. Read the full story.
Staffordshire Police issue urgent warning after sellers on Facebook Marketplace are tricked with counterfeit notes. Learn how to spot fake money and protect yourself.
The Golden Hind in Kingstanding has issued a firm reminder that bringing your own drinks is prohibited. Anyone found doing so will be barred from the premises to protect its licence.
The trial begins for two men accused of murdering Craig 'Yankee' Dean in Kings Heath. Follow the latest court updates from Birmingham Crown Court.
Dozens of schools across Staffordshire are closed on Tuesday, 6 January 2026, due to dangerous snow and ice. Check the full list of closures and the council's safety criteria here.
A Walsall pub urges community support during Dry January, reminding locals 'a pub is for life' as footfall drops. Read its heartfelt social media appeal.
The much-loved Samson & Lion pub in Wordsley reopens on January 9 after a fire and year-long closure. New management promises family-friendly food and a warm welcome back.
The award-winning Druid Inn in Birchover serves its final pint tonight after 174 years. Owners and locals are 'gutted' by the sudden closure. Read the full story and share your memories.
The Bournbrook Inn in Stirchley is running a quirky 'Spotty Bottoms Monday' promotion. Eagle-eyed customers who spot a mark at the bottom of their glass win a free beer. Find out how to claim.
Birmingham's historic Queen's Head pub on Steelhouse Lane has closed suddenly for an extensive refurbishment. Owners Davenports Brewery promise 'exciting times ahead' and a fresh new look. Read more.
Staffordshire Police issue urgent warning after a series of burglaries and luxury car thefts in affluent areas like the Staffordshire Moorlands. Residents urged to secure homes and vehicles.
Staffordshire Police issue urgent warning after a series of burglaries targeting homes and high-end cars in Newcastle-under-Lyme and Staffordshire Moorlands. Residents urged to secure properties.
From demolition to revival, we track the fate of Wolverhampton's pubs in 2025. Discover which historic locals are gone for good and which have a new lease on life.
A look at the fate of Sandwell's historic pubs in 2025, from closures and demolition to surprising plans for revival and redevelopment across the borough.
The Yew Tree in Norton Canes has issued a blunt reminder of its pub rules, warning customers about bans for rudeness, drugs, and bringing in own drinks. Read the full list of expected behaviour.
A section of ceiling plaster and wallpaper fell at The Giffard Arms in Wolverhampton, filling the room with dust. No injuries reported as landlady confirms customer safety was paramount. Read the full story.
A man has died following a house fire on Suthard Way in Hednesford, Staffordshire. Emergency services were called at 8.40am on December 24. Police confirm the death is not suspicious.