Can you be a Champion?
Here’s a way of helping others, and yourself, to get fit and help the environment.
Local MP calls for government intervention in schools
Commons committee hears evidence on underachievement amongst white working-class schoolchildren.
Coventry scheme to bring the arts to disabled children
Disabled children in Coventry are being given the opportunity to take part in a free programme of music and drama.
Artix add new shows
This October and November, the Artrix theatre in Bromsgrove are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the National Theatre Live, with encore screenings of some epic NTL productions.
Civil war in B6
Dave Woodhall on a disturbing development at Villa Park.
New gig in town
If you’re short of ideas on where to go this weekend, read on…
Gotta Sing – Gotta Dance
Terry Wills is captivated by the latest night of musical magic from the new Alexandra Theatre.
How do you bin yours?
Campaign to reduce chewing gum litter launches in Wyre Forest.
Gold medallist to tackle Bupa Great Birmingham Run
Ex-European champion comes out of retirement to aid charity.
Solihull girl raises £1,000 for brain tumour charity
Nine year old makes contribution in memory of childhood friend.
Birmingham Ormiston Academy announces international partnership
The Birmingham Ormiston Academy has announced an exclusive partnership with St Martin’s Institute of Higher Education in Malta.
Friends of the Central Library – a manifesto for 2013
The group have called on Birmingham city council to offer the building to potential new users.
Greg Dread talks to The Birmingham Press
Dave Woodhall talks to Dreadzone founder member Greg Dread.
Birmingham Airport responds to major speech on aviation
Support for airports commissioner.
Of Scotland, Independence and That Underlying Uncertainty
With less than a year until Scotland votes for independence, RICHARD LUTZ feels the heat rising in the referendum debate.
From Hull, Hell and Halifax
Dave Woodhall on Villa’s draw at Hull, and other matters.
2,500km Ganges trek in new exhibition at BMAG
New show to depict epic journey.
Local MP in call to scrap bedroom tax
Constituents “penalised for something beyond their control”
Students hope to “change lives” after Syrian visit
A group of Coventry University students are exploring ways to set up a charity to help Syrian refugees after visiting a refugee camp in Jordan at the end of September.
This week at the Robin
The Masters of the Universe, amongst others.
Top local artist holds workshop at school
A world-renowned artist from Olton has left his mark on pupils at Solihull Junior School.
Blues fail to catch the Trotters
Andy Munro on Blues’ defeat to Bolton.
King or knave?
Jonathan King appeared on TV recently. Dave Woodhall argues that this shouldn’t be cause for concern.
Screengrab: When Newman Bombed But Vintage Cars Ruled
RICHARD LUTZ carves his way through the week’s tv schedules to find the movies you can’t afford to miss.
While My Qatar Gently Weeps- Another HOWARD Scooperoo
Our Mid East hack Sir Howard Elston (DOA) says the World Cup location WILL NOT be changed in 2022. Here is his exclusive report:
Town Hall & Symphony Hall arrivals
Plenty of comedy and much more.
Sweet business start-up for Ben
A young Birmingham entrepreneur has launched an innovative natural food business with the help of city centre meeting and events venue thestudio.
Johnson and Tremlett coming to town
A city centre gallery has announced two major exhibitions for late 2013.
Soul brother
Dave Woodhall talks to a man who had to step into some very large shoes.
Gleeful activity
The Glee Club in Birmingham have announced their November line-up.