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7 Birmingham food businesses up in court over hygiene issues - including mice and rats

7 businesses up in court over hygiene issues - including mice and rats

You need to take extra care when driving through snow and ice

Wolverhampton named in UK's most dangerous cities for winter driving

Temperatures could fall to around 4C by the weekend,

Revealed: When snow could hit West Midlands as temperatures to fall

Marmion House, by LDR, with permission for use by all LDRS partners

Update on plans to reduce flooding - but funding yet to be secured

Birmingham Green Party councillor Joseph Peacock.

‘Funding pressures’ will impact ability to tackle flooding

The areas across the West Midlands most likely to see a white Christmas have been revealed

Will it be a white Christmas in the West Midlands? Odds revealed

Mostly dry conditions forecast as West Midlands still in drought

Weather: Wrottersley Park Road, Perton. Roscoe the dog out for his walk.

Wet and windy start to half term after storms pass, forecast warns

Brook Lane, Kings Heath, Birmingham

Two Birmingham bus routes diverted due to fallen tree

Storm Boelo: Caution urged amid flood alert for the River Severn

Ward End Park Road in Birmingham.

Birmingham mum fly-tipped furniture and rubbish at hotspot

Flooding, Kingsmead Retail Park, Stafford.

Storm Boelo warning continues across Staffordshire for wind and rain

Trampoline on the tracks

Network Rail's warning to anyone with trampolines during Storm Boelo

The floodwater was deep enough to cause splashing on both sides for cars passing through

Photos show flooded streets and car parks across Stafford town centre

National Express West Midlands buses

'What comes next for West Midlands buses' event cancelled due to storm

Shinwari Darbar, in Stratford Road, Birmingham

Pest-infested restaurant boss 'lost everything' with business

Lorry making waves near East Park

15 pictures show Storm Austen downpours in Wolverhampton and Walsall
The Met Office issued a yellow weather warning for wind across the West Midlands and Shropshire
Dan Stacey

Shoppers get caught in the storm at Bentley Bridge, Wednesfield.
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Storm Austen hits region with strong winds - as it happened

The Met Office has issued a weather warning for this weekend.

Gardeners warned to 'protect your plants' during Storm Austen

Pumpkins at Beech House Farm, Wolverhampton

Pumpkin patch reschedules 'after dark' event due to Storm Austen

A flood alert has been put out for the River Sow and River Penk

Flood alert put in place as Staffordshire river levels rise

A wide range of stalls were open at Cannock market

Cannock market closed due to stormy weather conditions

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for strong winds. Photo: Marina Gordejeva - stock.adobe.com

Yellow wind warning: Times and what to expect in the West Midlands

Sandwell Council House

Reform council slated for revoking climate emergency declaration

Network rail workers inspect the track and embankment after the Stourbridge wildfire

Call for BBQ ban and fire-fighting planes after Stourbridge wildfire

Stormy conditions are expected this weekend

Beware Storm Austen - woeful weekend weather for the West Midlands

Stock image.

Police seize vehicle after incidents of flytipping in Birmingham

Dan Stacey has a look around White Ladies Priory, which many people say is haunted

Plus Shropshire priory ruins that sheltered a king – and may hide a ghost
The ruins are now cared for by English Heritage and can be visited free of charge
Dan Stacey

Birmingham councillor Harris Khaliq, cabinet member for city operations and digital.

Update issued on key Birmingham waste service as huge changes proposed

Harris Khaliq

Fortnightly bin collections for household waste proposed for Brum

Sandwell Council House

Reform to axe climate emergency declaration in Sandwell

Fresh images of the new Smithgate Bicycle Works development in Wolverhampton.
Tim Thursfield/Iconic Media Group

Fresh images of the Smithgate Bike Works building project in market

Dead fish have been spotted floating in the canals in Walsall

Plus Court appearance for company accused of Walsall Canal spillage

The team at S C Painting and Decorating Services sent us this from Tettenhall

Northern Lights dazzle West Midlands and Shropshire residents

Northern Lights

Northern Lights could be visible over West Midlands until Tuesday

The Environment Agency has declared a drought in Yorkshire.

Environment Agency issues West Midlands drought update

The Manx shearwater was taken to West Bromwich Vets for Pets after being discovered by a member of the public more than 70 miles from the nearest coastline

Seabird blown 150 miles off course rescued in West Bromwich

Dudley Cabinet meeting Oct 26

Council hears calls for new negotiations to use Wolverhampton tip

The water company said there was a possibility of flooding across the region. Photo: SnapperSK

Severn Trent Water issue warning as wet weather hits region

Wallshead Way

'We fear it toppling over' - Tree reduction plan backed by neighbours

Mist and fog are forecast before a temperature drop brings overnight frost in a change to more autumnal weather for the UK.

How cold is it normally in October and when will temperatures plummet?

Fisheries officer (Stock image)

Staffordshire anglers warned over fishing licence offences

Sandwell Council House

580 acres of green belt classed as ‘grey’ – but most can’t be used

Bruce the stag

'King of Chasewater' stag dies after getting into difficulty in water

A family of swans have moved in at Baggeridge Country Park

Moment family of swans introduced to new home at Staffordshire park

Pics for feature on Wren's Nest Nature Reserve.

Wren’s Nest nature reserve marks 70th anniversary with centre plans

A 'Welcome to Beechdale' sign being overtaken by nature

'Green areas should be maintained': Call to scrap rewilding policy

Jamie Russell, right, taking part in the protest on November 1, 2023.

Shropshire Just Stop Oil activist not guilty over slow-walk protest

Flooding on Boughey Road, Newport

No ‘quick fix’ for Newport flooding problems, mayor warns

Trent Street site in Birmingham.

Company ordered to pay £24k after failing to comply with regulations

Granville landfill site

Changes for landfill site proposed - here's what you need to know

An AI image of how the land around Highgate Common could look if the solar farm plans are approved

Petition to fight plans for 330-acre solar farm at beauty spot

Wendy Carter captured this incredible shot of a wasp spider in Worcestershire

Wasp spiders spread across West Midlands as sightings increase

Stunning photos capture beautiful butterflies after hot summer

The team from Walsall’s United Support Group, Ann Marie Frost, Nicola Martin, Margaret Martin, Debbie King, Christina Wilkins and Miranda Madziva, who ran a planting session as part of the WMCA’s Nature Call to Action Campaign at the Nature Nook project - an urban green space created at Manor Farm Community Association in Rushall

Repair clubs among groups eligible for mayor's £100,000 grant scheme

Wombourne Recycling Centre has closed until further notice

West Midlands tip set to fully reopen this winter

An AI image of how the land around Highgate Common could look if the solar farm plans are approved

Exhibition to explain plans for 300-acre solar farm next to common

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