Loaf comes to Solihull

Loaf is expanding their laid-back world of beds, sofas and furniture with a new Solihull Shack opening in late July. Take it easy in the new 5,000sq ft space on Mill Lane with mattress testing stations, oodles of squishy sofas and arcade games for little (and not-so-little) ‘Loafers’ to enjoy. A spokesperson for Loaf said:…

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Solihull Mayor and pupils show support for Global Goals

The Mayor of Solihull, Councillor Flo Nash, joined local schools in attending the Global Goals Conference on Friday 15th June. The event marked the end of the five year Global Learning Programme initiative, funded by central government. Friday’s conference was organised by Solihull Council’s sustainability team, Lifeworlds Learning and Chapelfields Junior School, a recognised expert…

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Mum’s ‘Menopause’ was brain tumour the size of a golf ball

A mum from Meriden, diagnosed with a brain tumour the size of a golf ball, has told how she went to a doctor more than 10 times – only to be told it’s just the Menopause. Karen Yardley was suffering with migraines, insomnia, exhaustion, jumpy legs and aches and pains. She was prescribed HRT to…

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Colleagues from M&S Solihull Sears pack emergency Grab Bags for wounded soldiers

The team at M&S Solihull Sears in Shirley are joining 5,000 of their colleagues across the UK and taking part in a community volunteering drive this week – they will be helping local charity Troop Aid create Grab Bags of essential items for injured service personnel in hospital. Throughout the week, M&S colleagues across the…

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Warning issued over bogus bins in Solihull

Solihull residents have been warned to be on their guard following recent concerns about attempts to dupe people into using fake “recycling” bins. At this month’s meeting of Dickens Heath Parish Council, questions were raised about an “odd-looking” bin which had appeared in the village. Its appearance follows suspicions about a container which turned up…

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UK’s ‘Mr Sleek’ to take on his first half marathon after shedding over five stone

A Solihull electrician, crowned the UK’s ‘Mr Sleek’ for his incredible weight loss achievements, is hoping he can spark people’s interest in getting active after signing up for his first Simplyhealth Great Birmingham Run. 30-year-old Dann Sullivan, from Elmdon, started his remarkable lifestyle changes after a nurse told him he was medically obese and his…

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Six-year-old boy with rare epilepsy given licence for cannabis oil treatment

A six-year-old boy with rare epilepsy has been issued a licence to use cannabis oil treatment. The family of Alfie Dingley, from Kenilworth, have been campaigning to use cannabis oil for months to help prevent his seizures. They travelled to the Netherlands last September to try cannabis-based medication, and say they there was a noticeable…

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The Drawbridge pub reopens following refurbishment

The Drawbridge in Solihull has now opened its doors, showcasing the pub’s brand-new look following a six-figure makeover creating five new jobs. As part of the investment, the revamped venue on Drawbridge Road in Shirley has received a complete design overhaul with significant interior changes. The bar has been completely refurbished with the addition of…

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HRH Princess Alexandra visits disabled veterans to mark Solihull home’s 10th anniversary

Residents and staff were delighted to welcome Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra when she visited The Royal Star & Garter Home in Solihull. The visit was part of a day of celebrations to mark the home’s 10th anniversary. The Princess was received by the Charity’s Chairman, Major General Tim Tyler, The High Sheriff of West…

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European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) awards £7m to help make Solihull greener

Ambitious plans to improve connections across Solihull with green networks and improved wildlife sites have taken another step forward thanks to an award of £7m from the European Regional Development Fund. Cllr Tony Dicicco, cabinet member for environment and housing, said: “The borough is divided by major roads and can feel quite disjointed. The idea…

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