Not So Sticky
Andy Munro reports on Blues’ friendly at home to Everton.
Keys, Helmet and Crash Card
Local bikers are being asked to join a new scheme that may one day save their lives.
The Piers Review
A West Midlands policeman once said to me: ‘Follow the rabbit.’ I asked him exactly what that meant.
Exclusive: Blues Bail Out Grandtop!
Andy Munro wonders, yet again, what’s going on at St Andrews
I Got Rhythm
Fed up of “rip-off burgers, terrible food and indifferent booze” with your festivals? We’ve got news for you….
The Master Planners
The Master Planner’s plans are oft foiled by circumstances beyond their control. Birmingham has suffered as a result.
Clegg Has Secret Op- But Will He Change?
Nick Clegg has undergone a secret operation today on his Inner Coalition organ – and experts say it may change the way he speaks.
Now Here’s The News From Your Area
Richard Lutz clicks on the tv to see what’s happening on the local news.
Staffordshire Hoard Goes Transatlantic
Plans to take the collection to the USA have been announced.
What’s On at the Robin2
If you want to celebrate the summer finally arriving with some top local talent, head to Bilston this week.
Birmingham Youngsters “We Want To Swim” Demo
As the six-week school summer holidays start a group of frustrated parents and children descended on Moseley Road
Seven Days Too Long
Dave Woodhall looks back on a week at Villa Park where a few things happened.
Tell me why?
Dave Woodhall adds to the mountain of words that have been written about the death of Amy Winehouse.
The Balti Debate
Balti expert Andy Munro responds to criticism of the great Brummie tradition.
Ziggy Stardust
Another day, another possible departure from St Andrews. Andy Munro reports.
Classical Gas
Warwick Arts Centre have released details of their upcoming classical series
Murdoch-gate: It’ll take Years, So Be Patient
Richard Lutz says there is no fast fix to the News of the World scandal. So, sit back and wait
Town Hall/Symphony Hall What’s Ons
More forthcoming attractions from two city centre venues.
Lisa Mills at the Robin
Dave Woodhall reviews an amazing talent.
Birmingham’s care homes lose legal battle
Owners of Birmingham’s private care homes have lost a legal battle to force a judicial review of the city’s council payment freeze to look after elderly patients.
Sparkhill Baths redevelopment: Public meeting
A public meeting to detail progress and gauge opinion on the redevelopment of Sparkhill Baths takes place next Tuesday
‘I Did NOT Have Inappropriate Sex’
The Prime Minister wouldn’t say whether he had ever talked about the possible BSkyB sale
Aaliyah Live In Amsterdam: World Premiere
Aaliyah has truly earned her nickname the “Princess of R&B”. Selling over 24 million records worldwide
Easing the way to ‘BIG’ School
The Belgrade Theatre’s Theatre in Education production, Promise, has just completed its annual tour of Coventry primary schools to help Year Six students
Solihull shoppers £10k give-away
A Solihull shopping centre will play host to the Touchwood Tower on Saturday 3rd and Monday 5th September when guests will be invited to put their skills to the test inside the tower over the two days.
Strip Off
Dave Woodhall continues to wonder what makes football supporters so keen to hand over their last penny.
Bad News for Badgers
The Wildlife Trust is deeply concerned by the Government’s decision to pursue yet more trials of
badger culling
Summer fun at The Public
This summer The Public is set to come alive with activity, as a host of entertaining workshops, inspirational exhibitions and fun-filled events
‘Connectivity’ in Birmingham
The ‘connectivity’ argument will be exposed as the latest attempt by the council to justify the sacrifice of a sound and useful building, writes Alan Clawley
Sir Ian McKellen celebrates 50 year career at the Belgrade Theatre
Acclaimed Hollywood actor, Sir Ian McKellen, will return to Coventry’s Belgrade Theatre on Sunday 4 September to celebrate his 50 year acting career