Reward offered for information on James Brindley murder
Crimestoppers offers reward of up to £10,000 for information on fatal stabbing.
Theatre performance puts poetry on stage at Artrix
New adaptations of classic poems by acclaimed theatre company.
Tony Bennett takes his seat at Symphony Hall
A master of song is awarded a special place in the city, writes Richard Lutz.
Further roll out of Swift travel card
Swift rolled out on bus and rail as smartcard use hits 3 million.
All that (free) jazz
The countdown is on to Birmingham’s oldest music festival, and its new name.
On your marks for Lichfield Festival
Family fun ready for the off.
Heroes beat villains in Brindleyplace film vote
Film festival selections announced.
Rising Star award for Birmingham surveyor
Future female role models recognised.
Paradise is twice as nice
Stephen Pennell sees further evidence of Birmingham’s musical talent, times two.
Commonwealth Games 2022 – On the Waterfront
Steve Beauchampé outlines Liverpool’s 2022 Commonwealth Games plans.
Howard’s big bonanza question of the day
Sir Howard answers the burning question once more.
National Youth Ballet marks thirtieth anniversary in Birmingham
Birmingham debut will see host of young talent performing.
New city centre setting for Midlands Media Awards
Region’s news stars to be recognised in annual ceremony.
Deborah Cadman appointed WMCA chief executive
New arrival will head West Midlands government body.
Coffin Fit
Coffin Works hosts folk event during Jewellery Quarter Festival.
Food and drink awards go with a bang
Finest in Midlands cuisine and hospitality rewarded.
Businesses take to the water for Dragonboat Race
Eighteenth outing for Brindleyplace charity event.
Birmingham reveals world class arenas for Commonwealth Games bid
95% of venues identified for Birmingham 2022 already built.
Or just black magic?
Andy Munro is less than impressed with Blues’ interest in John Terry.
Midlands artist to exhibit at prestigious Birmingham show
Innovative artist wins opportunity to showcase alongside world names.
Bournville opens up for gardens scheme
Rare chance to take a peek behind some of the city’s finest gardens.
Birmingham charities in fundraiser collaboration
Charities join forces to help Midlands most vulnerable.
Wolverhampton charity golfers in the swing
Transport firm raise record amount for childrens charity.
Wimbledon afternoon tea at MPW
Marco Pierre White to serve up seasonal treats.
Of naval gazing and quiet valleys and fatal floors
Richard Lutz survives another week in Chaosville, UK.
Terry’s all gold?
Villa are reportedly in the hunt to sign John Terry. Dave Woodhall ponders the issue.
NEC exhibition marked in chocolate
Cadbury World and Dinosaurs in the Wild celebrate arrival of the Chocolatosaurus.
Jazz said Fred
Birmingham Jazz presents a band that pushes the genre to its limits at the Red Lion this week.
Family fun at Artrix this summer holiday
Bromsgrove’s arts centre has fun in the sun for all.
Sixteen again
Dave Woodhall watches auld Scotish punks the Skids, and gets a reminder.