Solihull planners throw out Sainbury's supermarket for Dorridge

AMIDST cheers from relieved Dorridge residents’ a controversial planning application for a Sainsbury’s store in the leafy village was unanimously thrown out by councillors on Wednesday (March 10).Read

£12million cuts to meet new budget

CASH-strapped Solihull Council approved a raft of cuts - totalling over £12m - at its budget meeting this week.Read

Callous thief jailed over Armistice cash

A HEARTLESS thief who stole charity tins on Armistice Day has been jailed by Solihull Magistrates.Read

Barons add backing to anti-smoking initiative

SOLIHULL Barons are putting the big freeze on smoking in support of No Smoking Day with the local NHS Stop Smoking service.Read

A new name on the cards

SOLIHULL’S German Market looks set to return this year, but it might have a slightly different name.Read

Celeb search starts as Karren pulls out

KARREN Brady will no longer be starting Knowle Fun Run, organisers announced this week.Read

Unique initiative to help youngsters avoid trouble

SHIRLEY police have announced an innovative, new event designed to keep young people out of trouble.Read

Tasty treat for your mum

SHOE how much you love your mum by learning to cook delicious cakes for Mother’s Day – that’s the message from chef Tom Brimble.Read

Abuse guidelines set to save lives

GUIDELINES that could help GPs and health workers recognise potential signs of domestic violence and abuse could help save lives of women and children in Birmingham.Read

Father and son hid firm takings

A BOROUGH dad has been jailed, alongside his son, after stealing over £700,000 of taxpayers’ money.Read

Solihull-based MEP expelled from UKIP

SOLIHULL-based MEP Nikki Sinclaire has been expelled from UKIP, the party has confirmed.Read

Offering hope to would-be mums

WOMEN who suffer from recurring miscarriages can now seek treatment from a pioneering miscarriage expert at Solihull Hospital.Read

Cousins take on Arctic challenge

TWO cousins will be braving the icy winds of Norway to raise money for a charity close to their hearts.Read

Vital to bridge the equality gap

WE celebrated the 100th International Women’s Day this week, reminding us of how far we have come, and how much further we need to go in creating true equality between men and women in this country.Read

Paul motivated to boost charity

THE managing director of The Hampton Health and Fitness Club in Hampton-in-Arden and nine health club members will be mounting their bikes for a 380km cycle along the coastal routes of Jamaica from October 1-9 - with the help of Mr Motivator.Read

In memory of soldier Mark

DAMSON Park was the venue for a charity football match, held in memory of local soldier Mark Quinsey.Read

Car crimes hit seven year low

SAFER Solihull is in the driving seat when it comes to reducing vehicle crime, having achieved the lowest car crime figures in seven years.Read

Trust moves to deny any change to plans

HEALTH bosses have poured cold water on reports that Solihull’s maternity services will remain as they are until the formal consultation begins.Read

Marjorie's still sprightly at 90!

MARJORIE Lee may be 90 years young but as secretary of her local Hobs Moat branch of the Townswomen’s Guild, she is still very much kept on her toes.Read

Mum hits out over new creche charge

A MOTHER of two has slammed bosses at North Solihull Sports Centre after hearing members will be charged for using its creche facilities from April 1.Read

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