Black Country Talking News

In this week’s edition we have: The latest Beacon update from Helen -including the Lifestyle Newsletter for April. We have the latest news for the Black Country. The quiz with Meena. With the international break, we have a special football feature all about Rose Reilly – one of the first female football superstars! A did you know section from Flashback Roger. We hear from Meena, who has all the weather for the week ahead. And we have the fourth and final episode of our Nostalgic look back at the Miner’s Strike from 40 years ago.

In this week’s edition we have: The latest Beacon update from Helen. From introducing a new urgent eyecare pathway to enjoying a boogie at a disco in the day - we have the latest news for the Black Country! We have the quiz with Meena. There’s chaos and calm in the football news for West Brom and Wolves. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. We hear from Meena, who has all the weather for the week ahead. And we have the 3rd episode of our nostalgic look back at the Miner’s Strike from 40 years ago.

In this week’s edition we have: The latest Beacon update from Helen. From road closures and exercise to the possible demise of pork pies, we have the latest news for the Black Country! We have the quiz with Meena. There’s all the football news for West Brom and Wolves. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. We hear from Meena, who has all the weather for the week ahead. We have the second episode of our Nostalgic look back at the Miner’s Strike from 40 years ago. And we also have something so soup-perb it’ll take your broth away…. Another cook-along session from Penny Melville-Brown – also known as, The Blind Baker.

In this week’s edition we have:The latest Beacon update from Helen.From Milk Floats and their like, to the nostalgia of the Miner’s Strike, we have the latest news for the Black Country!We have the quiz with Meena.There’s mixed fortune in the football news for West Brom and Wolves.A did you know section from Flashback Roger. We hear from Meena, who has all the weather for the week ahead.And seeing that we’re still in a season of cold, wet weather and early sunsets, we have another book review to enjoy from the cosy comforts of home

In this week’s edition we have: The latest Beacon update from Helen- including the lifestyle newsletter for March. From refuse bins to outdoor gyms, we have the latest news for the Black Country! We have the quiz with Meena. There’s a big week of football news for West Brom and Wolves. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. We hear from Meena, who has all the weather for the week ahead. And with modern advances in technology, we consider whether AI- artificial intelligence - robot dogs could really offer an alternative to real guide dogs? Now that sounds like a “paw-tal” into the future!…

In this week’s edition we have:A VIP group update from Helen.From those that hibernate, to calls from Blind Date, we have a “lorra lorra laughs” in the latest news for the Black Country!We have the quiz with Meena.There’s all the drama from the latest football news for West Brom and Wolves.A did you know section from Flashback Roger. We hear from Meena, who has all the weather for the week ahead.And with temperatures, becoming milder and the season of spring doing its thing - we hear from the gardening experts at MK Pulse magazine, who have plenty of tips to share.

In this week’s edition, love is in the air-waves, as:We hear about some of the Black Countries much loved iconic faces and much-loved places; as we get all nostalgic about the Black Country!We have the quiz with Meena.There’s no love lost, in the latest football news for West Brom and Wolves.A lovely jubbly did you know section from Flashback Roger. A VIP group update from Helen.We hear from Meena, who has the weather for what could be a lovely week ahead; if you like the rain!And we share the love with a special feature, looking at why we celebrate St Valentine in February.

In this week’s edition, we have:An update from Beacon.The quiz with Meena.From metro tram conductors to toilet roll manufacturers- “we get to the bottom” of all the latest News for the Black Country!We have the latest football news for West Brom and Wolves.A did you know section from Flashback Roger. We hear from Meena, who has the weather for what could be a brrrr-eezy, wintery, cold week ahead.Another episode of the Ten Today gentle exercise sessions.And 66 years on from the tragic Munich Air Disaster; we pay a special tribute to a football icon and a "Bostin Black Country bloke" - Duncan Edwards.

In this week’s edition, we have: An update from Beacon- including the lifestyle newsletter for February. The quiz with Meena. From Oppenheimer’s helper to a spoonful of salt in our cuppa- we have the latest News for the Black Country. We have a derby day report from West Brom and Wolves. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. We hear from Meena, who has the weather for the week ahead. And we have another fabulous cook-along session in this edition, giving us all the tips to make a tasty roast chicken dinner.

In this week’s edition, we have: An update from Beacon. The quiz with Meena. From kind selfless acts to barefoot brickmaker facts, we have the latest News for the Black Country. We build up to this weekend’s eagerly anticipated FA Cup clash between West Brom and Wolves. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. Hopefully Meena can bring us a much calmer forecast with the weather for the week ahead. With this week bringing about the celebration of Burn’s Night- we find out about the famous dish and Burns Night poem ‘Address to a Haggis’ And with the TV Licence fee due to rise in April 2024, we take a look at the cost, what this entitles you to access, and what VI and age-related discounts are available.

In this week’s edition, we have:An update from Beacon.The quiz with Meena.From our local libraries to the return of some cheeky monkey’s, we have the latest News for the Black Country.We have all the football news for Wolves and West Brom.A did you know section from Flashback Roger. The weather for the week ahead.And a new year brings about an opportunity for new gardening projects; we hear from the gardening experts at MK Pulse magazine; who have plenty of ideas on how to revamp our outdoor spaces.

Saturday 13th January 2024 shall be the last day of operation for Dudley Bus Station, as work begins on the new Interchange. From Sunday 14th January 2024, all services will transfer to temporary bus stops. Courtesy of information provided by West Midlands Combined Authority/Transport for West Midlands, we have further details on the closure of Dudley Bus Station and the location of all temporary Bus Stops and Services.

In this week’s edition, we have: An update from Beacon. The quiz with Meena. Stacked full of innovation and milestone celebration, we have the latest Local News for the Black Country, including a special focus on the closure of Dudley Bus Station and the temporary Bus stops that are to be installed. In an FA cup special, we have all the football news for Wolves and West Brom. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. The weather for the week ahead. And to celebrate World Braille Day- we look at how Braille is still holding its own 200 years on since its invention.

In true Christmas style, we have reruns of some much-loved classic recordings and a whole host of new treats for your all to enjoy too! In Episode 3: We have a Bumper holiday TV and Radio guide edition of the Black Country Taking News. A special two-week edition of audio-described TV suggestions and radio highlights,, covering both the Christmas and New Year weeks. Programmes are included from 23rd December 2023 until 5th January 2024.

In true Christmas style, we have reruns of some much-loved classic recordings and a whole host of new treats for your all to enjoy too! In Episode 2: The latest update from Beacon. We have the quiz with Meena. Some festive local news for the Black Country. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. We have some Christmas cracker jokes and a poem full of festive fun and cheer. And our gardening experts provide some seasonal facts about the parasitic plant- mistletoe, and how to grow it, as well as December tasks for the garden.

In true Christmas style, we have reruns of some much-loved classic recordings and a whole host of new treats for your all to enjoy too!In Episode 1:Tales of Christmas’ past from 100 years of our newspaper archives, An update from Beacon, A festive quiz.Some feature football stories- where football was more than just a game. A look back to 2010- when the “weather outside was frightful.” Some Christmas cracker jokes! and a bake-along session full of sugar, spice and all things nice.

In this week’s edition, we have:The latest update from Beacon. We have the quiz with Meena.From music legends coming back, to frogs that quack! now that sounds ribbeting! We have the latest Local news for the Black Country.All the latest football drama from Wolves and West Brom.A did you know section from Flashback Roger. A surprisingly dry and sunny weather forecast in store for the week ahead.And with festivities just around the corner, what better way to prepare than with another edition of the 10 today gentle exercise sessions.

In this week’s edition, we hear about: The Santa Run! In the latest update from Beacon. We have the quiz with Meena. From AI Fridges to historic Bridges - we have the latest Local news for the Black Country. All the latest football news from Wolves and West Brom. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. A wet but thankfully milder weather forecast for the week ahead. And we also have another fabulous bake-along session for you all to enjoy.

In this week's edition; we have: An update from Beacon – Including the Lifestyle Newsletter for December and January. The quiz with Meena. We have the latest Local news for the Black Country. All the latest football news from Wolves and West Brom. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. A wintery weather forecast for the week ahead. And now that we’re into the season of cold weather and early sunsets, we have another book review to enjoy from the cosy comforts of home.

In this week’s edition, we have: An update from Beacon. The quiz with Meena. From Christmas lights to big screen delights - we have the latest Local news for the Black Country. We have a special edition of our Sports Section detailing Paralympics GB's Come-and-try days. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. The weather for the week ahead. And now that we’re into the season of cold weather and early sunsets, we have another episode of our gentle exercise sessions.

In this week's edition; we have: An update from Beacon- including an update on how you can order your Diaries and Calendars for 2024. The quiz with Meena. From a supersonic car to the battle of Trafalgar- we have the latest Local news for the Black Country. Stacked full of late, late drama, we have the latest football news for Wolves and West Brom. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. The weather for the week ahead. And with temperatures dropping and the leaves beginning to tumble- we hear from the gardening experts at MK Pulse magazine; who have plenty of autumn and winter tips to share.

In this week's edition; we have: An update from Beacon- including an update on how you can order your Diaries and Calendars for 2024. The quiz with Meena. From our regional railway ticket offices remaining open, to the ancient practices of Bull Baiting- we have the latest Local news for the Black Country. With yet more contro-VAR-sy, we have the latest football news for Wolves and West Brom. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. The weather for the week ahead. And we also have a fiery delight for you too…. Another bake-along session from Penny Melville-Brown – also known as, The Blind Baker.

In this week’s Halloween edition, prepare to be spooked, as we shall be carving out some time for: An update from Beacon. Creepin’ it real with the quiz with Meena. From ghosts to gibbets- we have some sinister tales from the Black Country. We have an update and all the latest howlers from….. Wolves. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. This one is serious squad ghouls.

In this week’s edition, we have:An update from Beacon – including the Lifestyle Newsletter for November.The quiz with Meena.From Beatties to the Beatles- we have the latest Local news for the Black Country.We have a special tribute edition of our sports section.A did you know section from Flashback Roger. The weather for the week ahead.And we have a special tribute edition of our sports section.

In this week’s edition, we have:An update from Beacon.The quiz with Meena.From new strategies for our health and wellbeing to the latest initiatives set out to combat fly tipping- we have the latest Local news for the Black Country.We have a special edition of our sports section.A did you know section from Flashback Roger. The weather for the week ahead.And with temperatures beginning to tumble- we hear from the gardening experts at MK Pulse magazine; who have plenty of winter tips to share.

In this week’s edition: We have an update from Beacon. From a runaway Bluefin Tuna to some Dudley Hippodrome Nostalgia- we have the local news from the Black Country! The quiz with Meena. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. We have the latest football news for both West Brom and Wolves. We also have the weather for the week ahead. And with something a little different this week- we have a classic audio book review of a Charles Dickens’ epic, A Tale of Two Cities.

In this week’s edition: We have an update from Beacon – including the lifestyle newsletter for October. The quiz with Meena. From the cost-of-living plight, to replicating the taste of Vegemite and Marmite, we have the latest local news for the Black Country. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. We have a football news section to savour for both West Brom and Wolves. So, listen, drink it in and repeat! The weather for the week ahead. And we also have something a little fruity for you too…. A bake-along session from Penny Melville-Brown – also known as, The Blind Baker.

In this week’s edition: We have an update from Beacon. The quiz with Meena. From improving road safety to brewing a cuppa tea, we have the latest local news for the Black Country. A did you know section from Flashback Roger. Packed full of contro-VAR-sy we have the latest football news for both West Brom and Wolves. We also have the weather for the week ahead. And we have a feature article that looks at the role that sounds play in our lives, whether they are pleasurable…..or annoying!