Black Country Radio

25/12/2024

Even the lure of mince pies and Bailey's can't keep him away!

Phil’s waking up the Black Country with back to back Christmas hits! Want to say hi? Get in touch!

You can WhatsApp us on 01384 821 052 - let him know what you're up to!

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25/12/2024

Perhaps you've managed a lie-in? Or have the kids had you up since 5am?

Either way, from our radio family to yours, whatever your Christmas Day looks like we hope it’s amazing.

MERRY CHRISTMAS BLACK COUNTRY! ♥️

24/12/2024

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An unidentified flying sleigh has been spotted circling the Black Country.

Unconfirmed reports mention the sound of ‘bells’ in the air.

Please ensure you avoid being awake… 😴

24/12/2024

The UK is experiencing "remarkably mild" weather ahead of Christmas Day

The UK is experiencing remarkably mild weather on Christmas Eve.

24/12/2024

Stand down, shoppers!

What will be, will be! 💪🏼

24/12/2024

Residents are invited to check their drinking ahead of the festive season with a new app supplied by Dudley Council https://www.blackcountryradio.co.uk/news/local-headlines/residents-invited-to-check-their-drinking-habits-with-new-app/

Residents are invited to check their drinking ahead of the festive season with a new app supplied by Dudley Council.

24/12/2024

The main steel structure for a new college has been erected this week as part of a major building project which will see a new £26million university campus built on Castle Hill

The main steel structure for a new college has been erected this week as part of a major building project which will see a new £26million university campus built on Castle Hill.

24/12/2024

Christmas came early to Blackheath as Acorns Children’s Hospice opened its brand-new superstore, complete with with a squirrel-themed reading corner for young customers

Christmas came early to Blackheath as Acorns Children’s Hospice opened its brand-new superstore, complete with with a squirrel-themed reading corner for young customers.

24/12/2024

West Midlands Mayor, Richard Parker has announced that there will be a completely free bus service all day throughout New Year’s Day

West Midlands Mayor, Richard Parker has announced that there will be a completely free bus service all day throughout New Year’s Day.

23/12/2024

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Due to emergency gas works, part of Cradley Heath High Street (from Tesco Extra to Corngreaves Road/Newtown Lane) is currently closed to traffic in both directions.

Diversions are expected to be in place until 6 January December.

Please avoid the area.

23/12/2024

Cadbury says it is "disappointed" after losing its royal warrant after 170 years

Cadbury says it is disappointed after losing its royal warrant after 170 years.

23/12/2024

Fears over a rise in young girls using skincare products not designed for them

A young girl beams at the camera. She has braces, wears pink and white striped pyjamas, and has a string of pink balloons and the number 13 floating at the head of her bed behind her.

23/12/2024

Whether you’re celebrating, or reflecting, we’re here for you on Christmas Day 🎅🏼🤶🏻

Phil Tonks is live from 7am and Ken will ease you through the morning from 10am.

Plus there’s our annual Christmas service and some Disney faves at 5pm.

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23/12/2024

Labour are on track for their worst end to the year in opinion polls since the Second World War https://www.blackcountryradio.co.uk/news/national-headlines/labours-polling-collapse-is-historic-but-nigel-farage-has-overseen-a-bigger-one/

Labour are on track for their worst end to the year in opinion polls since the Second World War.

22/12/2024

Presenter Fearne Cotton has said she is "healing well" and feeling "almost normal" weeks after having two benign tumours removed from her jaw

Presenter Fearne Cotton has said she is healing well and feeling almost normal weeks after having two benign tumours removed from her jaw.

22/12/2024

A 77-year-old Just Stop Oil protester has been recalled to prison after she was unable to be fitted with an electronic tag

A 77-year-old Just Stop Oil protester has been recalled to prison after she was unable to be fitted with an electronic tag.

22/12/2024

A classical composer who has performed with rock star Sir Paul McCartney has been chosen to write a new carol for the world's most famous Christmas service

A classical composer who has performed with rock star Sir Paul McCartney has been chosen to write a new carol for the world's most famous Christmas service.

21/12/2024

Tomorrow will be a sad day when the Wesley Methodist Church in Quarry Bank closes its doors for the final time.

Four years short of its 200th birthday, rising costs and a dwindling congregation mean tomorrow’s carol service at 4pm will be its last.

A great loss to the Black Country 💔