The Arctic Star
The Arctic Star medal and why Andy Goff will be applying for one even though the recipient isn’t bothered.
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
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.
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.
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.
Town Hall/Symphony Hall News
Here’s the latest shows announced for the two venues.
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.
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.
Alan Titchmarsh set to spread some Christmas cheer in Birmingham
Alan Titchmarsh is set to bring his own festive cheer to Birmingham this Christmas, as he joins the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, and a number of local charities, for one of the city’s favourite festive events.
Brazilian Government and University embark on sports science partnership
The University of Birmingham has signed a sports science based agreement with the Brazilian Government this month.
Saving Madin’s library?
The Planning Committee will be considering Argent’s Paradise Circus Planning Application on Thursday 20 December 2012.
Tap into help before bills become a problem
Money is often in short supply around the festive season so Severn Trent Water is reminding its customers there are a number of ways to help them pay their water bill this Christmas.
The rise, fall and return of Berlusconi: conference examines former Italian Prime Minister
A one-day conference discussing the rise, fall and future of the notorious former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi will take place this week at Birmingham Uni
Mobile money app Droplet proclaimed as ‘one of the most exciting start-ups of the year’
Birmingham Science Park Aston-based Droplet’s city-wide trial of its mobile money app that digitises cash has already attracted over 1,000 users.
Showcasing the region’s strong automotive industry
Business Birmingham and UKTI drive international coverage of the West Midlands’ automotive industry
‘Written Image’ – Poetry and Art workshop
Explore the power of imagery in poetry, and the presence of words in art, on this unique poetry and art workshop
Robin Guthrie Trio & Mark Gardener – Tour 2013
The Robin Guthrie Trio (Cocteau Twins) plus special guest support from Mark Gardener (Ride) at Glee Club Birmingham on Sunday 24th February 2013
Batter by Far!
Local residents have welcomed the return of their favourite chippy with the reopening of Shards Fryer at the All Saints Square shopping centre , Shard End.
He scores Own Goals M’Lud
Andy Munro reports from Blues’ local derby at Wolves.
Enemies of the State
Dave Woodhall endures an afternoon at Villa Park watching Stoke, and looks forward to more enjoyable times to come.
Driven to succeed
TR Fleet, one of the UK’s leading fleet management specialists celebrated its second anniversary with confirmation of a £300,000 investment by Birmingham based venture finance company Midven.
Thurston Moore (SONIC YOUTH) & Michael Chapman – Tour 2013
Co-founder of scene-changing band Sonic Youth, Thurston Moore will be headlining a show with Michael Chapman at Glee Club Birmingham, Thursday 7th February 2013.
Selling Birmingham to investors
Ten influential advisers to global investors toured Birmingham last week to see the city’s increasingly compelling offer for themselves.
Spend a Friday Night in… (a Cardboard Box) and raise funds for Birmingham City Mission
Birmingham City Mission is calling for participants for the 2013 Sponsored Sleepout to be held on Friday 15th February
Reaction to the Autumn Statement
Neil Rami welcomes the Chancellor’s support for Lord Heseltine’s proposals