Witnesses sought following Longbridge hit and run collision
West Midlands Police are seeking witnesses to a hit and run collision in which two men were injured last night in Longbridge (Saturday 9th June). The two men escaped serious injury when their car was...
View ArticleReminder to keep mirrors out of direct sunlight to reduce home fire risk
With the sun a more frequent visitor in recent weeks, its worth a reminder to keep mirrors in your home away from the sun’s rays. Sunlight shining through window glass and then reflected in mirrors can...
View Article#PositiveSWBrum Northfield student dances his way to fulfilling his dreams
A Northfield student is fulfilling his dreams as a dancer after being inspired by his time at a local college. Talented: Ryan Treasure 23 year old Ryan Treasure is a talented hip-hop dancer who is well...
View ArticlePair of ‘prolific’ local burglars arrested after Northfield break-ins
After burglaries at a house and a pub in Northfield, two ‘prolific’ local burglars found themselves in handcuffs on Monday afternoon (11th June) – despite their best efforts to fight off arresting...
View ArticleStaff members ‘kicked and punched’ by knife-wielding robbers in Turves Green...
Two staff members were assaulted when knife-wielding robbers struck at a Northfield convenience store late yesterday evening (Wednesday 13th June). Two men, armed with a knife, entered the Cooperative...
View ArticlePolice seek man in relation to burglary
West Midlands Police have released an image of a man they wish to speak to in connection with a burglary in Birmingham last month. Officers believe that Joseph Moss (25) lives in Bartley Green and are...
View ArticleTemporary telecoms mast erected on former golf course as government mull over...
Residents who live close to a former golf course in Northfield contacted B31 Voices last week when they were concerned to see a 20 metre tall metal telecoms mast being put up on the site (Thursday 7th...
View ArticleGiant inflatable obstacle course returns to Cofton Park this weekend
A giant inflatable obstacle course is set to return to Cofton Park this weekend! The Gung-Ho! obstacle course provides a unique 5K fun run or fun walk experience for participants of all ages and...
View ArticlePolice seek injured man after stolen car smashes into metal fence in Rednal...
Police are seeking a man who was injured when the stolen car he was driving smashed into a lamppost and a metal fence in a Rednal street this afternoon (Saturday 16th June). Luckily no-one else was...
View Article‘Oh, what a night!’– Four late night arrests as police response officers,...
Leading with the tweet: “In the words of the Four Seasons, “Oh what a night!”, West Midlands Police response officers proudly announced on Twitter this morning that they had made 4 arrests following 3...
View ArticleHome-schooled students invited to Longbridge college information evening
Longbridge based Bournville College is inviting home educated students and their parents to an information evening tomorrow (Tuesday 19th June). The event aims to show home-educated 14 to 15 year olds...
View ArticleDate for planned permanent closure of Tessall Lane by Longbridge station...
The date for the closure of Tessall Lane near Longbridge station has been confirmed. The stretch between the bridge over the River Rea by the Austin Social Club entrance to the junction with...
View ArticleQuinton couple watch World Cup game in their living room with surprise...
Thanks to McDonald’s UK, a Quinton superfan and his partner had surprise visitors around to watch a FIFA World Cup 2018 match in their living room on Friday (15th June). When Matt Inniss opened his...
View ArticleAppeal for community to join in weapons sweep in public spaces
PCSO McGovern at Senneleys Park | Photo Bartley Green police Bartley Green and Quinton neighbourhood police teams are appealing for members of the public to unite with them to tackle knife crime – by...
View ArticleHow to get a day of FREE bus travel on NXWM for Clean Air Day 2018
This Thursday (21st June) is Clean Air Day 2018. National Express West Midlands (NXWM) is celebrating by offering all passengers a day of free travel on their buses with a FREE mTicket Daysaver. The...
View ArticlePlethora of arts events in Rubery, Rednal & Longbridge this Saturday!
You’ll be spoilt for choice with the variety of arts based events on offer across the south west corner of Birmingham this weekend! Bromsgrove Festival: #EnjoyRubery As part of Bromsgrove Festival...
View ArticlePlans to rebuild a Frankley junior school APPROVED
Birmingham City Council’s Planning Committee has today (Thursday 21st June) approved and application from the Department for Education’s Education and Skills Funding Authority (ESFA) to rebuild a...
View ArticleThe great Birmingham Council House dress code debate
The newly elected Northfield Councillor has cause quite a stir by attending a full Birmingham City Council meeting without a shirt and tie. Cllr Olly Armstrong making his first contribution to...
View ArticlePolice seek man to ‘help the investigation‘ of Rubery burglary
WEST MERCIA Police Officers have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to following a burglary in Rubery last month. The burglary took place in the early hours of 25th May in St Chads...
View ArticleNorthfield Beach is back – and it’s a BEAST of an event!
The popular Northfield Beach event is back and this year it kicks off the summer break with a roar! Pet baby dinosaurs any Jurassic Beach | Click to enlarge Organised by Northfield Community...
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