New era of business support for West Midlands firms
Companies across the West Midlands have received a major boost this week with the merger of two of the region’s leading business support providers.
Book launched to celebrate University’s heritage
The University of Wolverhampton has launched a new book which charts its origins and history over 180 years.
A new play – Invisible – will appear at the Artrix
New comic play by Liz John and Julia Wright, about invisible women, invisible men and the invisible truth
“Too expensive” broadcaster hits back
Carl Chinn makes his feelings known about the controversial decision to scrap his radio show.
Assistive Control celebrates 15 years helping disabled people live independently
Helping people with disabilities to live more independently is ensuring one Malvern company is celebrating its milestone birthday in style.
Uni’s new digital tech lab puts latest gadgetry at firms’ fingertips
A new digital lab based at Coventry University’s Technology Park is offering help to West Midlands SMEs to integrate the latest technologies into their business and boost productivity.
Langley Brass Band to perform at The Public
Langley Brass Band, one of the oldest brass bands in the Midlands, will be performing at The Public in West Bromwich on Saturday 6 July in a special concert, Summer Brass.
University launches new Science and Engineering faculty
The University of Wolverhampton has launched a new faculty in order to respond to industry calls to tackle the shortage of graduates with skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
School and Uni students come together for Arts Week
Longford Park Primary School and Coventry University Students’ Union volunteers are working together to deliver an exciting Arts Week for children
What’s the point?
Dave Woodhall comments on the latest blow to local-themed radio.
Halesowen Muslim community holds a Poppy Picnic for the Armed Forces
Halesowen community invited to join in a big Poppy Picnic this Saturday to support The Royal British Legion’s vital work for the Armed Forces community
Police welcome report
A national report into policing mental health suffers has been released.
Toad not ratty with new book cover design
A student from Coventry School of Art and Design has won first place in a national art competition.
Cannock Chase visit highlights University’s quest to protect forestry
A course aiming to assist the international drive to protect the world’s tree population is once again being hosted by the University of Wolverhampton.
The Public welcomes one million visitors
Today, The Public in West Bromwich welcomed its one millionth visitor.
PR firm gets more social
Two social media experts and a PR professional have joined leading integrated agency, Cogent Elliott
Accelerated degree created for industry
A two year course benefiting employers in the West Midlands within the manufacturing engineering sector is to be launched by the University of Wolverhampton.
Tri Region Triumph
For the fourth year in succession the Stoford sponsored Midlands Property Rugby Team has retained the title in the annual Tri Region Charity Rugby Festival.
Coventry University academic claims second spot in prestigious portrait competition
An academic from Coventry School of Art and Design has finished runner-up in an international art competition.
New PE teaching team puts girls on path to excellence
Solihull School has paved the way to sporting excellence for female pupils after expanding its Physical Education Department.
The Great Big Skills Share Jamboree
Skill sharing day set to inspire creativity at The Public
West End star Simon Bowman leads cast in new Belgrade musical
Coventry’s Belgrade Theatre has announced that acclaimed West End actor Simon Bowman will star in its new musical The Prodigals: A Man Had Two Sons
The toe tapping Swing Commanders return to Artrix
Artrix are welcoming back swing sensation, the Swing Commanders, with their champagne sparking show on Sunday 30th 7.30pm
2013 Festival of Archaeology encourages public to get ‘hands on with history’
Residents and holidaymakers across the West Midlands can get hands on with history this July by taking part in around 30 free activities taking place in the region
WIN WIN WIN: Level best
Here’s the chance to win tickets for the upcoming Levellers gig at Leamington Assembly.
Heritage and art at Electric Railway Museum
The worlds of heritage and art are coming together in Coventry this summer for a unique series of open days at the award-winning Electric Railway Museum.
University to mark 21st anniversary
Today, the University of Wolverhampton officially marks 21 years since it received university status.
This Week at the Robin
A couple of legendary names and a few legendary wannabes take the stage.
Children and War – Past and Present Conference – July 2013
A conference to highlight how war impacts on children has been organized by the University of Wolverhampton in conjunction with the University of Salzburg.
To Russia from Cov: Uni volunteers support Rugby World Cup Sevens
Over 40 students from Coventry University will be making their way to Moscow at the end of June to volunteer at the sixth IRB Rugby World Cup Sevens tournament.