Welcoming Mirga
Simon Hale is impressed by the CBSO’s new arrival.
Flatpack launches Birmingham on Film
A celebration of the city’s film heritage.
He’s on a journey, folks
From New Labour to new leftie, who does Owen Smith think he’s kidding asks Steve Beauchampé?
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!!!!!!
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
Canaries aren’t singing anymore
Andy Munro watches Blues upset the form book.
City theatre announces first anniversary celebrations
One year on: The Old Rep celebrates first anniversary since bold re-launch.
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.
Birmingham music graduates vying for UK title
Prom date prize for top orchestra.
Get up and Go!
New app allows gamers to fly around iconic Birmingham locations.
Ironbridge Gorge to mark anniversary
River Festival to celebrate 30 years of World Heritage Site.
Bank Holiday at Cadbury World
Stuck for something to do? Here’s an idea.
TV personality to chair media awards judges
200 entries received for Midlands media honours.
Toffees and Cobblers
Terry Wills watches Albion’s start to the season with trepidation.
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.
Press regulator to hold Birmingham event
Have you a question about newspaper standards? Then this is for you.
Birmingham Airport breaks eleven million passenger barrier
Regional expansion helps boost travel numbers.
Local artists commissioned to mark Millennium Point anniversary
Start-ups will create sculpture for 15th birthday.
Derby daze
Dave Woodhall on Villa’s draw with Derby.
Thrown to the Wolves
Blues lost the first local derby of the season to Wolves on Saturday. Andy Munro was a witness.
That was the trump that was…and other tales
Richard Lutz reviews the past seven days.
WMCA welcomes Prime Minister’s praise for West Midlands
Potential of Midlands Engine backed by PM.
Breaking out of the city
Fancy a short break not too far from the madding crowd?
It’s not over until
Andy Munro peers at Blues’ draw with Wigan.
Gatecrashing the Palace
Terry Wills on life at the Hawthorns.
Regional theatres combine to provide youth opportunities
Artrix Arts centre and Birmingham Rep join forces.
Unique childrens facility launched at Birmingham Airport
Keeping kids entertained before take off.
New BBC Three comedy filmed in Birmingham
City writer returns to roots.
Unlucky bounces
Dave Woodhalll on Villa’s midweek draw with Huddersfield.
Trump’s Olympic bid to fight terror
Sir Howard Elston, winner of the Alex Rodriguez award for Peace and Understanding, reports from Brazil’s Copacabana shoreline on Donald’s latest idea.