‘Birmingham Look Book’ to inspire journalists to visit region
The Birmingham Look Book – a go-to resource for journalists designed to raise the profile of Birmingham, the Black Country and Solihull with national and international media
Things to do at half-term
You can try the Ironbridge Gorge museums.
The season now ending
Terry Wills is not a happy Baggie, even if he is about to see history being made.
Elvis has entered the building
Dave Woodhall talks to a singer who’s walking it like he talks it.
Emerging West Midlands writers and directors given major boost
Emerging theatre artists in the West Midlands have been given a boost with the news that Birmingham Repertory Theatre’s REP Foundry artist development programme will continue until 2016.
Outdoor season at mac birmingham announced
The summer season at mac birmingham kicks off with an exciting outdoor programme of theatre, music, comedy and movies – suitable for families, young people and adults.
70th Anniversary of the Dams Raid
Peter Preston-Hough, Visiting Lecturer in War Studies at the University of Wolverhampton, writes on the anniversary of this famous event in RAF history.
Leicester set for third ‘An Indian Summer’
Leicester’s Cultural Quarter will be a vibrant hive of activity this June as An Indian Summer festival comes to the City for the third year running.
Festival’s musical offer most diverse to date
With less than two weeks to go Birmingham Pride organisers say the event is attracting the most diverse range of music it’s ever seen and proving a hit with ticket-buyers.
God and his botherers
Laurence Inman isn’t impressed by the missionary’s position
There’s only one…..
Dave Woodhall pays tribute to a very special footballer
It doesn’t have to be Heathrow
British exports best served by a network of airports, not a London hub, says aviation chief
Noshing review: Boston Tea Party
Our Tammy has been out sampling the fare in Birmingham once more. She brings news of an independent in the heart of the city.
In the field of opportunity it’s veggie time again
Anna Rose brings news of National Vegetarian Week and some thoughts on how easy it is to explore epicurian serendipity.
May half-term at The Public
Free galleries, fun activities and a fantastic day out.
Forecast chilli for Brindleyplace
Brindleyplace has named Aston Manor Cider as the sponsor for its fiery Chilli Festival that will take place on the mixed-use estate this summer.
Business Birmingham states the case for American investment
As Birmingham’s most valuable overseas market, the US was responsible for nearly a third (27%) of all foreign direct investments into Birmingham during 2012/13.
Paul Foot: Words at Glee Club Birmingham
One of the UK’s most original stand-ups Paul Foot, brings his new show Words to Glee Club Birmingham on Wednesday 30th October,
The Rise and Fall of Little Voice
Olivier Award-winning The Rise and Fall of Little Voice makes its way to the Belgrade starring Beverley Callard and Ray Quinn
Retail Birmingham scoops national award
Retail Birmingham has won a prestigious British Council of Shopping Centres (BCSC) Purple Apple Award
BE FESTIVAL 2013
Fourth annual festival of innovative European theatre returns to Birmingham
Wolves Uni helping children in Costa Rica to learn English
The University of Wolverhampton has been working to provide underprivileged students the opportunity to learn and develop English skills.
Ofcom’s local TV multiplex operator to be based at Innovation Birmingham Campus
20 new jobs are being created for local people as a result.
Cradley extra care scheme kicks off
Work will commence on a landmark, £18m Extra Care scheme in Cradley, West Midlands after contracts were signed
More homes for former MG Rover works
St. Modwen has submitted a planning application for a new phase of housing in Longbridge, Birmingham.
Lord Mayor and CBSO join in launching new services from Birmingham International
John Lines cuts the cake and members of the CBSO played the music to give a send off to the new bmi regional Gothenburg service.
Nominations announced for Midlands Media Awards
Les Reid, of the Coventry Telegraph, has been nominated for four categories at this year’s Awards, which are being held next month.
Ikon Director prepares to open major exhibition of Iraqi art
Ikon Gallery Director Jonathan Watkins is preparing to open his most challenging exhibition to date – the official Iraqi Pavilion at the world renowned Venice Biennale.
This Week at the Robin
Veterans, tributes and a good cause are all at Bilston.
Birmingham – Where the world meets
Meet Birmingham has unveiled a new marketing campaign designed to attract more major events to Birmingham, the Black Country and Solihull.