Solihull magistrates fine mum for daughter missing school

A mother has been found guilty of not ensuring her child regularly attends school.Read

Solihull teachers arrested on suspicion of possessing indecent pictures of children

TWO teachers from Monkspath have been arrested on suspicion of possessing indecent images of children.Read

Firm fined over asbestos scare

A SOLIHULL building firm has been fined £1,000 after failing to take precautions against asbestos while working at a school.Read

New cream is tops for versatility

BRAND new Varama is the UK’s most versatile, simple to apply cover cream . Waterproof, durable it stays on in the swimming pool and at the gym.Read

‘The more I read the more I write’

POET Jamie Baxter is looking forward to seeing his pieces appearing in an Oxford University anthology.Read

Dancers to show off global moves

DANCE routines from around the world will be performed as part of this year’s Solihull Festival.Read

Couple achieve a super-fit goal

A SUPER-FIT chiropractor conquered a gruelling triathlon to raise over £1,000 for an Alzheimer’s charity.Read

Charlotte takes a leap of faith

NURSING student Charlotte Newcombe is planning a sky-dive to raise awareness about a rare form of cancer that her dad has been diagnosed with.Read

Force fun for Belarus kids

CHILDREN from Belarus have been given an exciting insight into the work of the police as part of a four-week visit to England.Read

‘Wii-habilitation’ first for hospital

CHILDREN please take note – computer games can actually be good for you.Read

Murder charge on son is not pursued

A TRIAL was brought to a dramatic halt this month, after prosecution decided not to pursue a murder charge.Read

Salute to young carers of Solihull

THEY care for sick and disabled parents, and for little brothers and sisters without complaint whilst dealing with their own complicated lives - they truly are the unsung heroes of Solihull.Read

Anna’s a world of difference

A YOUNG woman’s two month career break with a learning disabilities charity has changed her life.Read

Plea to keep Brueton Park run project going

RUNNING enthusiasts have launched an urgent appeal for volunteers to help keep the latest athletics phenomenon ‘parkrun’ alive and kicking in Solihull.Read

Egg thief is cracked

A MAN has been jailed for two-and-a-half years after trying to smuggle rare birds eggs - worth £70,000 - out of the country.Read

Tragic Mark remembered at fundraiser

A GROUP of kind-hearted Solihull football players raised more than £4,000 for charity in memory of a young team-mate who tragically lost his life.Read

Anniversary challenge

BOROUGH couple Mike and Gill Nevin have found a novel way to celebrate their wedding anniversary - a 380km bike ride.Read

‘Precedent’ fear halts home bid

CONTROVERSIAL plans to convert a bungalow into a multi-occupancy home were thrown out by Solihull’s planning committee.Read

Villagers concerned over ‘new homes for Solihull’

THE Leader of Solihull Council has promised a full consultation over plans to build thousands of new homes in Solihull.Read

Countryside set to be hit by cuts

CUTS at national level could have a huge impact on the local countryside and wildlife, a charity has warned.Read

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