Summer of fun at The Public
This Summer The Public becomes Fun Factory – a place where art, fun and entertainment come together.
G4S – When crime really does pay
Steve Beauchampé takes issue with government and corporate hypocrisy, tazered with a dose of racist malignancy within the private sector.
University’s efforts to encourage cultural harmony recognised in city awards
Coventry University has received official recognition for the role that it plays in helping to promote its city as a culturally harmonious place.
Telford firm ramps up success
A Telford-based manufacturer, whose first order was to supply its revolutionary products for Middle Eastern VIPs, is setting its sights on changing the way people board aeroplanes all over the world.
UK aviation needs “flexibility and resilience” – Kehoe
Aviation chief tells Airports Commission that UK aviation needs “flexibility and resilience” to respond to a changing industry
The festivities draw to a close
There’s still plenty of music at the weekend, reckons Dave Woodhall.
Southside adds a dash of ooh la la to Bastille Day
Birmingham’s Southside district is welcoming its first streetfood party to celebrate Bastille Day next Sunday, 14 July.
By unpopular request
Dave Woodhall on the Benteke Saga.
Fancy a career in football?
News of a new initiative aimed at local unemployed.
Cuban Salsa taster class
Open-to-all free Cuban Salsa dance class & demonstration, with Helen Calcutt
What’s in a name?
Larry Inman ponders this whilst contemplating an outbreak of violence.
This Morning set coming to Westfield Merry Hill
Fans of the show will get the chance to have their photo taken on the set; they’ll also get a free souvenir hard copy of the photo to take home.
Unemployed get chance to put their skills to the test
Unemployed people with skills and experience in a range of industries and who have recent work experience, are being urged to take up a free course leading to new careers and jobs in training.
Fast track to the USA from Birmingham
Aer Lingus Regional have announced details of a service which allows Birmingham-based passengers to fast track their journey to the US
Top marks for Crest Nicholson at Park Central, Birmingham
The construction team at Crest Nicholson’s Park Central development in Birmingham city centre has been commended in two NHBC (National House-Building Council) Awards.
BOA student lands role with international news network
A Year 13 student from Birmingham Ormiston Academy (BOA) has secured a role with international news network, Russia Today.
Aston Uni gets set for bio-energy switch-on
Redhall Jex is nearing completion of a nine month contract to build a bio-energy plant located within a new facility on the Aston University site in Birmingham.
The stars come out for Mike
Big names play charity concert.
Concert to launch Birmingham’s first independent music school
A free classical concert is being held this weekend to launch Birmingham’s first independent music school.
Get Brahms and Liszt with South Birmingham Sinfonia
South Birmingham Sinfonia is inviting the public to two concerts in its Summer Concert Series when they will perform works by Wagner, Brahms and Liszt.
Our Big Gig
The Public to be part of a nationwide celebration of music in communities
Midlands insolvency firm sets off for marathon month
A Midlands insolvency business takes pole position in the local community this month as staff travel over 152 miles in various sporting events whilst raising funds for charity.
John Madin’s other library
Alan Clawley with a reminder that when the architects in John Madin’s office were working up plans for a new central library for Birmingham, they were also designing one for Redditch.
Rock auction set to raise funds for local charities
Legendary Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant has donated a unique memento to be auctioned for good causes.
Britain revels in hot weather
This was the scene on Brighton beach at the weekend as an Azores High brought a welcome break in the drab weather that has beset the country for so long.
Get digging
If you’ve ever fancied a go at archaeology, here’s your chance.
Lantern walk to celebrate 25 years of Acorns
Acorns Children’s Hospice has announced a brand new event with its Lantern Walk, taking place on Saturday 12th October.
Four legs fashionable
A fashion graduate from Coventry School of Art and Design has set up her own pet accessories business for discerning dog owners.
Voodoo Room presents the full Cream set at the Artrix
The exciting power trio Voodoo Room celebrate the short life of the first and arguably the greatest super group
Billesley Primary School call in The Commentators for sports day
Billesley Primary School have called in professional help for their forthcoming annual sports day.