In exciting news for Peaky Blinders fans, it has been confirmed that following the release of new film The Immortal Man, the show is set to return to the small screen for a sequel series, and here creator Steven Knight reveals what we can expect.

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The entire team at a Birmingham children’s hospice will be inspiring others this March by taking on a charity challenge to walk 100 miles – finishing their feat with a victory lap around Aston Villa football ground.

The main swimming pool at Burntwood Leisure Centre has re-opened today (March 3) following the completion of necessary repairs.

The Foreign Office has recently updated its travel advice for four countries as the war widens in the Middle East.

The closure was in place as of 8:15am on Tuesday.

Flights continue to be cancelled from Birmingham Airport today (Tuesday 3 March) as the widening war between Iran and the US and its allies enters its fourth day.

A limited flight schedule has resumed at Dubai International Airport.

A Black Country MP has visited the Ukraine, teaching physiotherapy skills to clinicians treating patients injured in war.

It was a day for youngsters to learn about heroes, villains, eco-warriors and beetles as a popular author came to a Wolverhampton school as part of the annual global celebration of books.

The life and times of the real-life Peaky Blinders will come under the spotlight at a Black Country history group's next meeting.

Today, readers share their views on e-scooter laws, coping with loneliness, a surprising tinnitus remedy, calls for accountability over public funds, and the prospect of rising energy bills.

One of the UK’s oldest homebuilders has launched a dedicated new helpline for first-time buyers in the West Midlands and South West.

Controversial media personality Katie Hopkins will be bringing her stand-up comedy show to the Black Country next month.

Supporters at Keys Park will fall silent later this month as Hednesford Town prepare to honour a much-loved member of their community who has passed away.

A councillor for Dudley town centre says crime is on the rise and causing decline in the area.

A Black Country Elizabethan mansion where the Gunpowder Plotters made their last stand could be converted into the headquarters of a healthcare provider under plans to restore the building.

A controversial children's home is still empty three years after permission was granted - despite the council having spent more than £1.5 million on it.

Birmingham’s council tax rise of around five per cent has been given the green light after budget plans were passed through.

The number of passengers using buses and the Metro in the West Midlands dropped while train boardings have increased.

The historic Niphon Works building in Wolverhampton has been bought out of receivership.

Fearful Ladywood residents are ‘suffering nightmares about their homes being demolished’ as anxiety continues to grow over the area’s proposed regeneration project.

A city centre club has asked for permission to extend its opening hours until 5.30am.

New statistics show a ‘concerning’ rise in the number of pedestrians killed on roads in the West Midlands.

A former teacher at a Wolverhampton school has been suspended for five years after receiving a prohibition order.

Watch co-founder of Capital & Centric Tim Heatley detailing their plans to turn a derelict multi-storey Staffordshire car park into 111 apartments.

The aunt of an inspirational youngster has spoken of her surprise at the scale of love shown to her through a birthday card campaign as the youngster prepared for her special day today.

Two brothers accused of the murder of Trey Johnson in Wolverhampton on Christmas Day have pleaded not guilty to the allegations.

The Government has the “right economic plan for the country”, Rachel Reeves will insist at the spring statement.

The b-road will be closed all of this week, until Sunday, March 8.

West Midlands Police has asked for help to locate a young boy who has gone missing from Sandwell.

A 17-year-old boy was arrested and three men have been charged with weapons offences after police found a knuckle duster and dangerous knives in searches.

The West Midlands world premiere of the new Peaky Blinders film brought plenty of famous faces from both sides of the Atlantic to Birmingham.

The son of a carer who was hit and killed by a speeding car outside her own home said her death was "a huge loss to me, our family and the whole Smethwick community".

Did your young learner not receive the offer they were looking for this 'National Offer Day'? If so, we have made a list of what to do if they didn't get into the first option this year.

The first hydrogen-powered railway shunting locomotive has been unveiled at the region's heritage railway.

At Centenary Square in Birmingham, many gathered around to welcome a new tram, named after Peaky Blinders creator, Steven Knight.

Tilray Brands, which produces medicinal cannabis and craft beer in the US, bought the BrewDog brand in a £33 million deal.

An injunction banning street racing across parts of the Black Country is set to continue for another year.

A teenager has been charged in connection with a vehicle theft in Shropshire.

A Midlands businessman and his family have found themselves caught up in the conflict in the Middle East.

Police have issued an appeal for information after a motorcyclist was killed in a crash.

Stafford DJ Tim Rowlands, known as TJ DJ, and his supporters raised their hands in the air — and £1,725 — at a '90s and noughties daytime disco held at RIVA Stafford on Saturday.

A dangerous driver who struck and killed a mother as she was returning home from work in Smethwick has been jailed for more than 10 years.

Birmingham Community Leisure Trust (BCLT) has announced that it will be funding free prostate-specific antigen (PSA) checks for male customers and employees aged over 40 at the 10 leisure facilities the trust operates on behalf of Birmingham City Cou...

The Commerce Pro S model gains black 17-inch alloy wheels, a body-coloured front splitter and an extended rear roof spoiler.

Thirty members of staff from Ryders Hayes School are preparing to take on the iconic Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge on March 21, following weeks of dedicated training walks across Staffordshire.

Colton Hills Community School is proud to share that after months of dedication, training, and community-building, the school has been officially recognised with the Rainbow Flag Award.

Police are appealing for information after shots were fired at a car in Birmingham.

More than 4,000 flights a day have been cancelled across the Middle East, according to flight tracking service Flightradar24.

A major update has been issued on when flights will start to resume at airports in Dubai.

Today is the day that pupils and parents across the Black Country have been waiting for - to see if they have secured their first choice secondary school this September.

Drivers in the UK could face record-breaking petrol prices as the conflict between US and Iran disrupts oil markets across the globe.

A Stourbridge couple who run a popular pub say they won't be beaten despite a break in at the weekend which will land them with more expense.

It was a day for shoppers across Blackheath to get moving and dance a special dance ahead of a special youngster's birthday.

Families across Wolverhampton came together to celebrate the Lunar New Year at a popular all-you-can-eat restaurant, with the mayor joining the evening’s festivities.

A collision between two cars in Stourbridge forced the temporary closure of one of the area’s main roads.

Two Cygnet Health Care nurses from Birmingham travelled 6,000 miles to volunteer at a charity for underprivileged and orphaned children.

The Westminster School and The Westminster Specialist College were delighted to welcome Councillor Jalal Uddin, Sandwell Council Cabinet Member, to Asda Oldbury to meet young people participating in the Supported Internship Programme.

Southern England experienced its fourth wettest winter since data began in 1836.

A number of dangerous weapons have been taken off the streets of Walsall after a community group who operate a mobile weapons van visited the town.

The UK’s largest computer science and coding company is hosting an open day to shine a light on how students permanently excluded from mainstream education can be re-engaged and supported through a different approach to learning.

Eight years ago, I opened my very first Slimming World group with a simple hope: to help people believe in themselves again. I had no idea then just how deeply this role would shape me, challenge me, and fill my life with purpose.

It may look like another grey-coloured SUV, but Cameron Richards has been impressed with what the Cupra Terramar has to offer.

Fourteen primary school pupils enjoyed an educational trip to a local building site in Upper Tean.

Trading Standards officers in Staffordshire are asking people to report the sales of illegal and harmful skin-lightening products following a surge of availability on high streets.

The Mary Stevens Hospice is proud to launch an exciting new fundraising event for 2026, bringing together community spirit, local rugby, and specialist palliative and end of life care in a 5K sponsored walk.

Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care is marking World Hearing Day (March 3) with the launch of its 'Turn Up Your World' campaign, encouraging people in Bilston to take a closer look at their hearing health and rediscover what they might be missing.

A West Midlands man living in Dubai has told the Express and Star Dubai is "like a ghost town" after "hearing many sounds of explosions".

Residents of Goscote are being invited to play a starring role in a special exhibition celebrating the completion of the Goscote Lane Corridor regeneration, Walsall’s biggest ever residential regeneration scheme.

Dudley College Students' Union, in collaboration with local colleges and universities, organised the West Midlands Transportation Campaign event hosted at Dudley Council House Chambers.

Two teenagers have appeared at Wolverhampton Magistrates Court accused of the murder of a teenager near a Smethwick mosque.

An enhanced service is being launched giving patients in Wolverhampton greater access to evening and weekend appointments for cervical cancer screening.

A man from Great Wyrley has been arrested after a fatal car crash in Staffordshire.

Police are appealing to trace a man in connection with a Birmingham shop theft - do you recognise him?

Local pupils and staff from fourteen primary schools across Birmingham have been recognised for their work in embracing sustainable, healthy lifestyles throughout their school and wider communities.

The smallest BMW ‘M’ car is also available with a new ‘Performance exhaust system’ on the hardcore ‘CS’ variant.

Patients, families and carers who’ve received outstanding care from the NHS are being given the opportunity to nominate healthcare professionals for a special award.

The updated set-up brings more power and an upgraded braking system.

Councillor Shaukat Ali, representing St Thomas’s Ward and Deputy Leader of the Labour Group, has offered his wholehearted support to Old Tom’s Doughnuts. The much-loved local business launched a heartwarming community fundraiser last month to mar...

Families across the West Midlands have received confirmation today of which secondary school their children will attend this September.

A former Aston Villa and England football star who started his career at Halesowen Town was celebrated at a special event.

Residents of South Staffordshire can now report issues and request council services anytime, anywhere – thanks to a brand-new mobile app.

The team at Amazon's Sutton Coldfield fulfilment centre enjoyed a celebratory event recently at The Belfry to mark the company's busiest trading period.

Paphos International Airport has been evacuated on Monday (2 March) in response to reports of a potential drone threat.

A British expat has described seeing 'fighter jets everywhere' near Dubai as regional unrest in the Middle East continues.

This charming market town in the West Midlands should be a contender for the prestigious title of UK town of culture, as it showcases a range of unique heritage and vibrant community.

Film stars Rita Jagpal-Mohan and her 11-year-old son from Dudley have triumphed for a third time in two years at a Barcelona film festival.

Jewellery Quarter Academy, part of CORE Education Trust, is celebrating the success of its ‘Creative Mentoring’ programme, delivered in partnership with Recre8now. Recre8now is a psychology based drama organisation dedicated to nurturing positive...

The Foreign Office has changed its travel advice for 15 countries amid the war in the Middle East.

Keir Starmer has announced that the UK has agreed to a US request to use British military bases for "defensive" strikes on Iranian missile sites.

Tens of thousands of passengers have been stranded around the world due to airspace closures in the Middle East.

Fearless investigative reporter John Sweeney will visit Stourbridge on March 14 to launch the local Liberal Democrats’ manifesto and share stories from his illustrious career.

From its first season, Peaky Blinders has always recreated the Post-WW1 look of our region in all its gritty glory. Ahead of the release of The Immortal Man, we sat down for an exclusive chat with the film’s production designer, Jacqueline Abrahams...

Celebrations have been in full swing at Wellington Hall care home in Wellington, as one of its much-loved residents reached his centenary in style.

At a time when small creative businesses need your support more than ever, Black Country Artisan Fairs has carefully curated a fantastic selection of high quality traders for its Spring Artisan Fair - giving you an unmissable opportunity to shop smal...

A man has died after a crash on the A454 near Bridgnorth.

High Sheriff Award winner Shaz Saleem launched a charity campaign to raise awareness and money for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity and One Cat at a Time just at the start of February, their aim was to raise £1,000, the team have smashed their target...

A "limited" number of flights are to begin operating from Dubai Airport, it has been announced.

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