That was the week that was
Richard Lutz ponders what flowed past him this week in the tempestuous river of life.
Midlands Air Ambulance begins 25th anniversary year
Charity adds corporate partner to celebrate anniversary.
Chinese New Year: 2016 could be the year for Midlands businesses
James Westwood of the China-Britain Business Council offers advice to firms that may want to export to China for the first time.
Four legged star wanted
Paw-fect role for old dog.
CBSO sponsorship extended
Orchestra and Trigon Pensions partner for another three years.
Solihull children help Sri Lankan war victims
School raises funds for cataract operations.
Black Country employers urged to learn of apprenticeship changes
Black Country LEP to host event for local employers.
Birmingham dancer wins top award
Honour for Birmingham Royal Ballet member.
Passenger survey gives satisfaction for London Midland
Passengers praise for train company.
Food award for Birmingham pupils
Local schools awarded at Health for Life celebration event.
Birmingham St Patrick’s Parade “bigger and better” despite funding withdrawal
Return of Emerald Village announced.
Radio Radio
Mazzy Snape with news of a new radio station for Birmingham.
Drawing a blank
Terry Wills offers an Albion perspective of last Saturday’s Hawthorns derby.
Review: Macbeth
Richard Lutz takes his pew and steels himself for a night of blood, evil…and witchcraft.
Charity challenge
Teams wanted for Birmingham St Mary’s Hospice Accumulator Challenge.
Wolverhampton’s got the blues for you
Countdown to city music festival underway.
Turkish delight for airport
Airline to increase its flights to Birmingham.
Abbey’s got talent
Creative skills showcased in talent competition.
Concrete Concept
Alan Clawley reviews the definitive refence guide to Brutalism.
Birmingham hotels break October occupancy record
October occupancy rates in city’s hotels hit 81%, a 2% rise from same month in 2014.
Artrix serves the community
Community events are the order of the Bromsgrove arts centre’s day.
Striking a blow for new city talent
Millennium Point’s new Atrium Wall gives local artists chance to shine.
Landmark for Snowman cast member
Hannah dances her way to a thousand.
Are you ready for China?
China-Britain Business Council appoints new West Midlands adviser.
Chasing the sands of time
Dave Woodhall in the claret and blue corner of Saturday’s Hawthorns derby.
No points for the Tractor Boyz
Andy Munro witnesses a good win for Blues against Ipswich Town.
A glorious noise
Inglorious are a new band adding a modern twist to some classic influences. Dave Woodhall talks to bassist Colin Parkinson.
BBC to celebrate Shakespeare anniversary from Birmingham
City will help showcase the Bard’s work to the world.
Schools to celebrate equality in song
Equality Song for Birmingham will debut at Schools Showcase in LGBT History Month.
Howard’s interview with Sarah Palin – exclusive
Our diplomatic editor Sir Howard ‘The Truth’ Elston sits down with America’s sweetheart Sarah Palin