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March 19, 2025

Amazon's Spring Sale starts on March 25

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale 2025: what to expect and how to get the best discounts

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Bundle energy, broadband and insurance with UW

How to future-proof your family budget: The smart way to stay ahead of rising bills

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Regina's Bar & Restaurant on Newhall Street in Birmingham

Inside Regina’s - the West Midlands restaurant where you can dine like royalty - opening date

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The 10 surprising car faults that can be caused by a weak battery

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March 18, 2025

The Simba Hybrid Mattress

Simba Hybrid mattress review: A sleep expert’s verdict (and by expert, I mean someone who sleeps every night)

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A window vac is one of those gadgets that will make you wonder how you managed without one

This top-spec window vac has a huge discount - and we've tested it

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March 16, 2025

The TV licence fee is set to rise in April 2025

BBC TV licence price 2025: when do the prices go up and how much more will it cost you?

Master the art of not accidentally bankrupting yourself – become a business ninja with QuickBooks

Five painfully British small business accounting disasters (and how QuickBooks can save your bacon)

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Hard work of landlords helps to create warm, welcoming and inclusive Pattingham pub

March 15, 2025

Self-care isn't selfish. Book your first Treatwell appointment today and get 10% off

Self-care isn't selfish. Book your first Treatwell appointment today and get 10% off

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March 14, 2025

All the tech, history and music you could want - all in one app!All the tech, history and music you could want - all in one app!

Readly review: The best way to read Stuff, T3, Empire, BBC History & more

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March 13, 2025

This BOTB prize could be just what your garden needs

Win a £20,000 garden makeover with BOTB – tickets just 70p

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Bundle energy, broadband and insurance with UW

The ultimate consumer hack: how bundling household bills can save you money

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March 12, 2025

Image of woman and broken down car

Stranded with a flat battery: How a mum’s ordeal shows why you should check yours before it’s too late

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March 9, 2025

Pub with character and old-worldly charm in the heart of the Shropshire countryside

March 7, 2025

Patience and a unique perspective on beer is making a West Midlands brewery very desirable

What people can do to mitigate the cost of their energy bills (PA)

How to beat the April energy price hike and simplify your spending

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March 5, 2025

Intuit Quickbooks has a comprehensive software package to suit every business - and prices start at £1

Quickbooks: login to Intuit QuickBooks for £1 and save hours each week on your online payroll admin - UK offer

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Petrol prices have reached a six-month high, according to new analysis. The RAC

Petrol prices at the pumps in the West Midlands are soaring - find out why you are paying more

March 3, 2025

The Fifth Avenue Community Centre will be the setting for the new community shop. Photo: Google Street Map

New community shop set to provide great food and great prices for Wolverhampton residents

Sandwell Council House in Oldbury. Photo: LDRS. Permission for reuse for all LDRS partners.

Sandwell set for council tax rise and bin collection changes as budget approved

March 2, 2025

It's a pub with 200 years of history

Come and see a Tipton pub with a wonky look, a warm welcome and a great pint of beer

March 1, 2025

Inside the Shrewsbury brewery which pays tribute to its region and provides quality, fruity and much-loved beer

New bag of M&Ms costs same price as old bag but weighs 13g less.

I saw a new bag of M&Ms in Tesco costing same price as old bag but weighing 13g less

February 28, 2025

I’m a fashion writer – the best Nobody’s Child sale dresses are 61% off, with more savings using this code!

I’m a fashion writer – the best Nobody’s Child sale dresses are 61% off, with more savings using this code!

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I’m a fashion stylist – here’s my payday weekend wish list from M&S, New Look, H&M & River Island

I’m a fashion stylist – here’s my payday weekend wish list from M&S, New Look, H&M & River Island

Lifestyle|Feb 28

Choose from 8,000 titles with Readly

The ultimate hack to save money on women’s mags like Hello! and Bella – and get two months free with Readly

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The rise of digital-only banks in the UK is changing the banking landscape

9 of the best digital-only banks shaping the future of money - from Monzo to Revolut

Cost of living|Feb 28

Martin Lewis advises switching to a fixed-rate tariff to lock in cheaper prices before the increase

Martin Lewis gives expert money saving advice ahead of April energy price cap rise

Cost of living|Feb 28

February 27, 2025

Heat pumps are an efficient, sustainable alternative to traditional heating systems like gas boilers.

How one home heating upgrade can reduce your energy bills by £100s every year

Cost of living|Feb 27

Councillor Stephen Simkins

Wolverhampton Council tax to rise by £100 from April

Wolverhampton|Feb 27

February 26, 2025

The Government has proposed expanding eligibility for the £150 Warm Home Discount to 2.7 million more households

New £150 payments could help millions of households as energy bills rise in April

Cost of living|Feb 26

February 23, 2025

Inside the Kidderminster pub with grand aims to rejuvenate the town through a friendly welcome and great food

February 22, 2025

Photo taken by LDR Rachel Alexander
Permission for use for LDR partners

Plans to save three Black Country markets have been unveiled by a local council - full details here

Business|Feb 22

February 21, 2025

Standing charges are a fixed daily fee that all customers pay, regardless of usage

Energy firms could be made to offer no standing charge plans: what it means for bills

Cost of living|Feb 21

We now know a little bit more about the £2.8m Warwickshire House, which will be officially launched in March

More details emerge about Raffle House's stunning new £2.8m dream home prize

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Digital magazines are really easy to read on a tablet or smartphone

Switching to digital magazines has saved me a small fortune - and I'm enjoying them more ever

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February 20, 2025

The capsules are available on Amazon

The £12 knee, joint, and arthritis pain reliever recommended by consultant 'that works', raves sufferer

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Users usually see results after one week of use

Huge deal on Keskine hair removal gadget women are raving about for 'significant reduction in hair growth'

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Martin Lewis has warned energy customers that time is running out to beat the upcoming Energy Price Cap increase

Martin Lewis shares expert tip to beat the April Energy Price Cap hike

Cost of living|Feb 20

Photo taken by LDR Rachel Alexander
Permission for use for LDR partners

Fears for Black Country market as it runs at a loss of £90k

Yes, you really can buy a pair of Crocs for £8. If you must...

Amazon is selling genuine kids' Crocs for just £8 - but there is a catch

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February 19, 2025

Technology Stock

Small business accounting software is now just £1 per month thanks to this deal

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Lloyds Bank is increasing the Club Lloyds account fee from £3 to £5 per month starting in June

Major bank to raise current account 'club' fees while offering £175 switching bonus

Cost of living|Feb 19

Thousands of Brits eligible for a free TV licence are missing out

BBC urged to make major TV licence rule change - which would save pensioners money

Cost of living|Feb 19

Schools across the region will be able to offer youngsters a better start to the day through breakfast clubs

Breakfast club grants available for schools in West Midlands to help tackle hunger in the classroom

Maternity, paternity, and adoption payments will increase from April 2025

Maternity and paternity payments to rise in April - here’s how much you’ll get

Cost of living|Feb 19

February 17, 2025

With a 600bhp V8 engine, the E63S AMG is a true muscle car

You could win this AMG V8 Mercedes for less than 3p thanks to a crazy special offer

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10 of the best restaurant deals for families this half term - including kids go free

10 of the best restaurant deals for families this half term - including kids go free

Food and Drink|Feb 17

Lidl is to increase hourly wages for 28,000 UK employees starting next month

Major supermarket to raise wages for 28,000 staff across UK - how to apply for jobs

Cost of living|Feb 17