Art gallery owner turns artist as photos of Birmingham go on show
As an art gallery owner, Lee Benson is well used to exhibiting the work of others. But now his own artwork has gone on display on the streets of Birmingham.
The Arctic Star
The Arctic Star medal and why Andy Goff will be applying for one even though the recipient isn’t bothered.
Hammering the Canaries?
Terry Wills ponders on Albion’s pre-Xmas blip
Share your memories of historic Black Country venues
The Public in West Bromwich are calling for people to share their memories and photographs of old cinemas and dance halls in the Black Country as part of a Heritage Lottery Funded Project.
Visit Birmingham unveils tips for the perfect Christmas
A series of infomercials featuring a range of practical ‘do-it-yourself’ tips have been launched as part of Visit Birmingham’s ‘Open for Christmas’ campaign
Karaoke cited as number-one ice breaker at office parties
New research from Birmingham Science Park Aston-based Enjoy! Karaoke, the UK’s leading social singing game, reveals that singing is the nation’s favourite party piece
The Virtual Gym
Laurence Inman has a New Year business plan – It’s a sure fire way of cashing in on resolution revolutions.
Charity cycle rides raise £40k
A group of former school friends and business colleagues from Solihull have ‘trebled’ their efforts to raise a total of £40,000 for Macmillan Cancer and in memory of Veronica Partridge who benefited from their care.
Wolves graduate’s designs are a big hit
A talented graduate is off to a flying start in her career after setting up her own fashion and interior design label with the help of the University of Wolverhampton.
Free lecture tackles the challenges facing sport
A free professorial lecture being delivered at Coventry University on Thursday 31 January 2013 will address the major issues facing the global sport industry in the 21st century.
Nightingale celebrates first birthday with new owners
Owners of Birmingham’s biggest gay nightclub the Nightingale are celebrating their first anniversary since rescuing the well known city venue.
Aldridge students get stuck into books
Young bookworms are helping to add a new chapter to their school’s fundraising activities by taking part in a massive readathon.
Friends vow to reverse Council decision on Lottery bid
The Friends of Moseley Road Baths are dismayed to learn of Birmingham City Council’s decision not to submit a bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for work to the Baths building, which would secure its long term future.
Hague takes the helm at the Midlands Assembly Network with £2m vision
An additional £2m contract haul and growth in three key sectors is the aim of the new Chairman of the Midlands Assembly Network (MAN) it was announced today.
Tony Law – Maximum Nonsense – Tour 2013
Award-winning comic Tony Law will be bringing his new show ‘Maximum Nonsense’ to Glee Club Birmingham, Thursday 25th April 2013.
Defiance: Two years on from the Egyptian revolution
Marking the second anniversary of the Egyptian revolution, Ikon presents an exhibition by photojournalist Mosa’ab Elshamy.
Medical unit set for busy period
Casualties of Christmas spirit will be catered for at a specially-established unit in the city centre.
Top awards for 3D film
A talented film-maker from the University of Wolverhampton has clinched two international awards for her 3D film.
Local Brownies design Sleeping Beauty T-shirts for Belgrade panto
After attending the Belgrade’s annual pantomime for the last two years, the 1st Coventry North Brownies designed and created their own Sleeping Beauty themed t-shirts to wear during their visit to this year’s show.
Celebrity ribbon cutting for new look florist
A new-look Stirchley florist was officially re-opened by Midlands ITV weather girl, Emma Jesson, on Saturday.
Walsall education fails children and threatens jobs claim Labour
Cllr Barbara Cassidy, Labour spokesperson for education, said the latest key stage two results showed the borough is continuing to fail children.
Town Hall/Symphony Hall News
Here’s the latest shows announced for the two venues.
Domestic abuse campaign drive takes to the buses
“You are not alone” is the message from police.
Palace brought down to earth
Andy Munro on another point-saving performance by Blues
One Step Forward, Another Step Forward…
After a promising week at Villa Park, Dave Woodhall sees some parallels.
The hypocrisy of Obama and the media
Robin Clarke has been watching the news unfold over the last few days and smells the stink of hypocrisy.
Passionate about conservation
Alan Clawley believes history shows that the Council just can’t cope with anyone who displays too much passion for the past.
£1000 prize up for grabs to mark ‘Think Local’ milestone
Companies in Staffordshire will be given the chance to win £1000 of PR and marketing support as part of a new campaign run by Think Local 4 Business.
Public announce 2013 comedy programme
A star studded new comedy programme packed full of some of the finest established and upcoming comics on the circuit is coming to The Public in the New Year.
Counting Christmas calories? No need to panic.
At this time of year lots of articles will warn of over-indulgence on Christmas day.