(L-R): Outside the new homes on the site of the former Happy Wanderer pub are Black Country Housing Group Chief Executive Designate, Adrian Eggington, Mayor of Wolverhampton, Councillor Linda Leach, City of Wolverhampton Council Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for City Housing, Councillor Steve Evans, and Keon Homes Site Manager, Daniel Thomas The first new affordable homes being built on the site of a former eyesore Bilston pub and neighbouring derelict garages have been completed. The Happy Wanderer pub on Green Lanes was subject to arson attacks and anti social behaviour since closing in 2017 due to poor trade.…

Analysis of transmission data by Solera cap hpi shows automatics now make up almost a third of the UK’s total car parc, with numbers increasing 118% in a decade. Between 2014 and 2024, the volume of automatic cars increased by 13% from 16.3% of the parc to 29.3% by the end of last year. In 2014, there were 7.1 million automatic cars on UK roads. A decade later, this figure has more than doubled to over 15.5 million, an increase of 8.4 million vehicles. Over the same period, the number of manual cars increased by 2.4 per cent, from 36.6…

skin from harmful UV rays and may also help improve the appearance and texture of your skin. Pumpkin has the power to penetrate deep into skin helping to soften and soothe dry skin. Pumpkin also boosts collagen production which keeps skin from looking cracked and scaly. Strong bones – Pumpkins are a wonderful source of magnesium which can help strengthen the formation of teeth and bones. Magnesium is also great for heart health as it helps to stabilise the rhythm of your heart and can prevent abnormal blood clotting. Promotes weight loss – As a nutrient-dense food, pumpkin manages to…

Healthy skin is really one of the most important ingredients for beauty-enhancement. This article on skin care tips is an effort to bring the 10 best skin care tips to you. The list of skin care tips has been restricted to 10 because anything more that that would not only be difficult to remember, but also shadow the more important skin care tips. So let’s see what these top ten skin care tips are: * Knowing your skin type is one of the most important skin care tip. This is important because not every skin care product suits everyone. In…

Skipping meals is just one low blood sugar cause you need to avoid. When you skip meals, your body is starved for nutrients and doesn’t really know what to do with itself. When your body does not know what to do with itself, it will eventually tell you it needs food by sending signals that it needs to eat. Some symptoms that your body may go through sends out are blurred vision, dizziness, mental confusion, sweating, weakness, and abnormal behaviour. When you experience these symptoms, the only thing that should enter your mind is to get something to eat to…

Wolverhampton Art Gallery is proud to present Walking with Wolves, a powerful, youth led exhibition that captures the spirit of Wolverhampton. Opening in the Making Space gallery, this dynamic showcase runs from 21 April to 14 July, 2025, with a special evening launch on 25 April (6pm to 9pm) as part of the Wolves Lates programme. Co-created by a diverse group of 16 young people, Walking with Wolves is a reflection on their experiences of growing up in Wolverhampton, intertwined with the city’s rich industrial heritage, high street, and architectural landscape. Through art, they envision a hopeful future where young…

Work is starting on Monday 28 April on the Rose Hill to Pinson Road cycle scheme in Willenhall. The 1.2km route will comprise of a segregated cycleway and shared walking and cycling path between Pinson Road and the Rose Hill / Bilston Lane junction. The scheme connects to the Noose Lane to Pinson Road Cycle scheme, which is currently under construction, and aims to provide an onward dedicated cycle link between Wolverhampton and Walsall. “ With the construction of the new Willenhall Station, now is the right time to increase accessibility in Willenhall for local people. This scheme, along with…

Managing asthma is not something your doctor can do for you all by himself. Asthma self help is an important part of treating and managing your condition so that it doesn’t take over your entire life. Your doctor may prescribe both daily medication and medication to take in case of an acute asthma episode, but the task of minimizing risk of asthma attack and taking care of yourself on a daily basis is largely up to you and your family. Learning some key asthma self help tricks can help you keep your asthma under control so that it doesn’t interfere…

Sandwell Council and its waste partner Serco have teamed up with pupils from Temple Meadow Primary School, to launch a new initiative aimed at reducing the amount of dog mess left near their school. The project, which encourages responsible pet ownership, was developed after students raised concerns about the ongoing issue of dog fouling on their walk to school. The children have been reminding dog owners to clean up after their pets and have sent out communications to local parents. The council has also increased signage and patrols in the area and is encouraging the community to report repeat…

A launch event was held earlier this month at the Transition and Care Leaving Hub in Pleck, Walsall. A new local house project has been launched in Walsall which will support young people leaving care to live independently. The Walsall House Project will provide care leavers with nine-months of intensive support to prepare them for leaving care so that they are ready to live independently. The project also provides opportunities for care leavers to work together in small groups and build a community of support. The project will equip care leavers with information, guidance and opportunities across all areas…