The Lounge counters ‘negative’ online commenters
The Lounge community cafe in Alvechurch has issued a statement wishing another food business well in its application for a licence to operate in the village to counter comments being promulgated by social media users . . .
Picnic to mark VE Day
Alvechurch Picnic in the Park now has its official logo, chosen from entries into the annual competition. Local children were invited to create a design...
A38 plan goes public
Sarah Rees reports from the Oakalls and Parklands.
Hundreds of residents attended a public session about improvements to the A38 corridor, including the Slideslow Roundabout....
Lounge looks for help
Volunteering brings rewards for everyone, writes Bill Ulyett, chairman of trustees at The Lounge in Alvechurch.
The Lounge has been serving the community in Alvechurch...
U10s are on run of victories
Alvechurch U10 United is one of two teams for boys at under-10 (Year 5) level.
The team is coached by local residents Richard Deering, Ben...
The gift of giving
Finstall Preschool held a present collection for homeless people in Birmingham. The youngsters and their families donated gifts such as warm clothing, hats, socks,...
Star player shares skills
The Alvechurch Ladies Under-11 football team enjoyed a special training session when Birmingham City player Claudia Walker (pictured right, with the squad) came for...
Polly meets Vinny!
Seven-year-old Polly Butcher, of Barnt Green, was the latest winner of a Mini Vinny in our monthly competition. If you want to win one...
Season’s Greetings!
Villagers in Barnt Green, Blackwell, Lickey and Alvechurch celebrated the start of Christmas with music and light.
Barnt Green added to its decorations this year...
Moment of silence
Pupils from Alvechurch Middle School laid crosses at the war memorial on the village green during the Remembrance Day service, watched by dignitaries including...