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Monthly Archives: August 2016

Welcoming Mirga

Simon Hale is impressed by the CBSO’s new arrival.

31 August, 2016 in Classical.

Flatpack launches Birmingham on Film

A celebration of the city’s film heritage.

31 August, 2016 in Festivals, Film, Music.

He’s on a journey, folks

From New Labour to new leftie, who does Owen Smith think he’s kidding asks Steve Beauchampé?

31 August, 2016 in Comment, Politics.

Howard’s big bumper bonanza Mid East quiz – summer edition

Sir Howard Elston, confidante to world leaders, answers your pressing questions of the day…for no fee!!!!!!

30 August, 2016 in Cycling, Most recent.

Over and over and over and over and…

Dave Woodhall watches Villa, sees history repeat itself.

29 August, 2016 in Football.

Screengrab: Letters from a rock queen

The must-watch movie on the crystal flatscreen parked in the corner of your living room this week? There’s no second guessing, says Richard Lutz

29 August, 2016 in Art and Leisure, Film, Most recent.

Canaries aren’t singing anymore

Andy Munro watches Blues upset the form book.

29 August, 2016 in Football.

City theatre announces first anniversary celebrations

One year on: The Old Rep celebrates first anniversary since bold re-launch.

26 August, 2016 in Community, Education, Theatre.

Shock news exclusive: Frogs nick Sir Howard over burkini row

Sir Howard Elston, our beachwear correspondent, files his report from a St Tropez jail cell after been arrested by Froggie cops.

26 August, 2016 in Most recent.

Birmingham music graduates vying for UK title

Prom date prize for top orchestra.

26 August, 2016 in Most recent.

Get up and Go!

New app allows gamers to fly around iconic Birmingham locations.

26 August, 2016 in Education, Science & technology.

Ironbridge Gorge to mark anniversary

River Festival to celebrate 30 years of World Heritage Site.

26 August, 2016 in Attractions, Exhibitions, Family, Festivals.

Bank Holiday at Cadbury World

Stuck for something to do? Here’s an idea.

25 August, 2016 in Attractions, Family, Food and drink.

TV personality to chair media awards judges

200 entries received for Midlands media honours.

25 August, 2016 in Media.

Toffees and Cobblers

Terry Wills watches Albion’s start to the season with trepidation.

24 August, 2016 in Football.

Hunt on for best local food outlets

Calling all Midlanders to support their local Farm Shop or Deli by voting for them as the Midlands best.

24 August, 2016 in Eating out, Festivals, Food and drink.

Press regulator to hold Birmingham event

Have you a question about newspaper standards? Then this is for you.

23 August, 2016 in Media.

Birmingham Airport breaks eleven million passenger barrier

Regional expansion helps boost travel numbers.

23 August, 2016 in Transport, Travel.

In:Site Festival returns to Birmingham

Sixth annual outing for arts event.

23 August, 2016 in Art and Leisure, Attractions, Festivals.

Local artists commissioned to mark Millennium Point anniversary

Start-ups will create sculpture for 15th birthday.

23 August, 2016 in Art and Leisure, Business.

Derby daze

Dave Woodhall on Villa’s draw with Derby.

21 August, 2016 in Most recent.

Thrown to the Wolves

Blues lost the first local derby of the season to Wolves on Saturday. Andy Munro was a witness.

21 August, 2016 in Football.

That was the trump that was…and other tales

Richard Lutz reviews the past seven days.

21 August, 2016 in Comment, Most recent, Television.

WMCA welcomes Prime Minister’s praise for West Midlands

Potential of Midlands Engine backed by PM.

19 August, 2016 in Politics.

Breaking out of the city

Fancy a short break not too far from the madding crowd?

19 August, 2016 in Attractions, Cotswolds, Eating out, Tourism, Travel.

It’s not over until

Andy Munro peers at Blues’ draw with Wigan.

18 August, 2016 in Most recent.

Gatecrashing the Palace

Terry Wills on life at the Hawthorns.

18 August, 2016 in Most recent.

Regional theatres combine to provide youth opportunities

Artrix Arts centre and Birmingham Rep join forces.

18 August, 2016 in Childrens, Dance, Education, Theatre.

Unique childrens facility launched at Birmingham Airport

Keeping kids entertained before take off.

18 August, 2016 in Childrens, Family, Tourism, Transport, Travel.

New BBC Three comedy filmed in Birmingham

City writer returns to roots.

18 August, 2016 in Television.

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