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LOCAL FASHION Our round up of the new season fashions and accessories from some of your favourite local boutiques this June.
RETAIL THERAPY - PURPLE Purple is the colour of luxury and passion, of princely robes. And now it's the reigning colour of the season.
INTERVIEW WITH CHRIS BAVIN The TV presenter, food expert and healthy eating advocate will be returning to the Three Counties Showground from September 25 and 27.
FASHION, HEALTH & BEAUTY Cheer yourself up with feel good fashion and top tips from our resident experts.
'OLD MONEY’ STYLE With a refined silhouette that gently enhances the waist, this look offers a timeless and feminine look perfect for those not trying too hard.
THE WONDER OF NATURE Colour, Character & Timeless Luxury at Anja Potze Fine Jewellers, Summer 2026 is all about natural diamonds and precious coloured stones.
THE BEAUTY BOX, NAOMI HALLIDAY Beauty Investment Pieces Worth Buying, the must have products that Naomi says consistently deliver exceptional results.
SHIRLEY THORNHILL, HAIR COACH For August Shirley explores the Best Hair and Scalp ‘Tweakments’ for Summer.
CHARITY NEWS Midland Air Ambulance hosts Airbase open day and Coventry Foodbank appeals for donations.
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H.ART HEREFORDSHIRES ART WEEK Glorious gardens, a Georgian mansion, a country estate, a vineyard and a 12th-century abbey are just some of the 134 venues opening their doors for
h.Art.
AIR AMBULANCE CHARITY BALL 2026 Thee Charity is delighted to announce that EBC Group has once again pledged its support as headline sponsor of the charity’s annual Saving Lives Charity Ball.
THE MIDLANDS PROPERTY GUIDE A section full of inspiration for anyone looking to move, from new developments to beautiful, properties for sale.
MODERN HOMES, CHARMING CHARACTER Introducing Blackthorn, a thoughtful new addition to the Worcestershire village of Crowle, a collection of 30 new homes by Spitfire Homes Bespoke Collection.
MONEYWATCH FINANCE Peter Hunt takes a look at what the proposed mortgage rule changes could mean for you if new proposals from the Financial Conduct Authority are approved.
ELEVATE’S FOUNTAIN COURT Situated on the eastern side of the city, this distinctive residential development transforms a former barristers' chambers into an elegant collection of homes.
FOR SALE IN YOUR COUNTY Our selection of some of the properties for sale around the midlands to bring you inspiration.
HOMES AND INTERIORS GUIDE Information and advice from Industry experts and local suppliers to help you renovate or just decorate.
41 YEARS FURNISHING HOMES After celebrating a monumental 40th anniversary last year, Cousins Furniture is proving that some things never go out of style as it marks its 41st anniversary.
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