Wolverhampton Grand Theatre 2026 Season Announced
Discover the 10 exciting shows coming to Wolverhampton's Grand Theatre in 2026, from SIX The Musical to Mamma Mia! and a brand-new pantomime. Book your tickets now.
Discover the 10 exciting shows coming to Wolverhampton's Grand Theatre in 2026, from SIX The Musical to Mamma Mia! and a brand-new pantomime. Book your tickets now.
A 68-year-old man describes his desperate attempt to save a mother and daughter from '20ft' waves in Withernsea. A major search continues for the missing teenager.
Former Wolves defender Mo Camara must wait five days to learn if he can keep Chill Wine Bar's licence after late-night lock-ins. He now plans to sell the troubled Tettenhall business.
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.
West Mercia Police launch search after a man's mobility trolley, walking stick and jacket were found covered in frost by the River Avon in Pershore. Officers believe he may have entered the water.
Plans to transform Wolverhampton's empty Marks & Spencer into over 70 apartments get green light. The historic Dudley Street store closed last year after nearly a century.
Emergency services have completed an extensive search of a Wolverhampton canal after a 'concern for safety' report. No casualties were located. Get the latest local news direct to your phone.
Emergency services launched a major search in a Wolverhampton canal after reports of a person in the water. Read the full details of the operation and outcome.
Fire, police and ambulance crews launched a major search of a Black Country canal in Wednesfield on Sunday night. No casualties were found. Follow for live updates.
Police, fire and ambulance crews launched a major search in Wolverhampton after reports of a person in the canal near Bentley Bridge. No one was found. Get the latest updates.
A 67-year-old man has died after being recovered from the water in Withernsea, East Yorkshire. A major search and rescue operation involving multiple emergency services remains active. Please avoid the area.
West Midlands Police urgently seek the public's help to find Kaitlyn, 14, missing from Birmingham since New Year's Eve. She was last seen in a grey coat and black Nike trainers.
Wolverhampton's licensing committee had a tumultuous year, dealing with alleged kidnappings, street fights, illegal sales, and 'absurd' defences from problem pubs and shops. Read the full report.
Urgent reminder for Wolverhampton parents: the deadline for primary school applications is 15 January 2026. With only 43% submitted, late applications risk losing preferred school places.
Wolverhampton Council urges parents to apply for September 2026 primary school places before the January 15 deadline. Online applications are quick and secure.
Police Scotland is searching for James Fitzpatrick, 36, who absconded from an approved visit. Last seen in Irvine, he may have taken a bus to Ardrossan. Do not approach.
Three narrowboats remain trapped a week after a 50m breach on the historic Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch. See the latest rescue efforts and official updates.
A giant gorilla statue named Gerald has appeared on a canal-side tree stump in Wiltshire. The mystery was a 60th birthday gift that raised over £250 for charity. Discover the heartwarming story.
A council hearing on 8 January will decide if a new Lidl in Wolverhampton gets an alcohol licence, amid police and public health concerns over high-strength sales. Read the latest.
Matthew Upham, 63, is missing after a stormy Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services launched a major rescue operation. Read the latest.
Emergency services called to Budleigh Salterton after swimmers got into difficulty. Two men remain missing as police urge people not to swim on Boxing Day.
Six of Wolverhampton's finest parks and green spaces have retained their prestigious Green Flag status. Discover the award-winning beauty spots offering free play, walks, and cafes.
A man is fighting for life after a shooting in Willenhall. Police have cordoned off Wordsworth Road and are conducting extensive searches. Read the latest updates.
A major incident was declared after a canal breach created a huge sinkhole, swallowing two narrowboats in Whitchurch. Onlookers described a scene reminiscent of the Titanic. Read the full story.
A massive sinkhole has caused a major incident on the Shropshire Union Canal near Whitchurch, prompting a multi-agency emergency response. Ten people were rescued. Avoid the area.
Dramatic footage captured a narrowboat falling into a huge sinkhole on the Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch. A major incident was declared, with three boats lost and over 50 firefighters responding. No injuries reported.
Chill Wine Bar in Tettenhall, owned by ex-Wolves defender Mo Camara, faces a licence review after further late-night breaches. The council cites a 'blatant disregard' for rules. Read the full story.
A major incident was declared in Shropshire after a huge sinkhole breached the Llangollen Canal, swallowing three narrowboats. Emergency services evacuated residents with no casualties reported. Read the latest update.
A major incident in Whitchurch after a canal bank collapse creates a 50m sinkhole, trapping three boats. Emergency services respond. No injuries reported.
A major incident is ongoing in Whitchurch, Shropshire, after a significant sinkhole and landslip affected the canal. Emergency services are on scene. No casualties reported. Stay away from the area.