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Wolverhampton’s Pride House to fundraise after break-in

Wolverhampton’s Pride House to fundraise after break-in

On Friday, December 29, 2023, Wolverhampton’s Pride House was broken into and robbed. The door to the building was smashed open and a coffee machine was amongst the various item stolen. Police are currently appealing for those who saw or know anything to come forward and help with the investigation.

Gay West Midlands Councillor Bill Gavan awarded MBE in New Year’s Honours List

Gay West Midlands Councillor Bill Gavan awarded MBE in New Year’s Honours List

Councillor Bill Gavan, current Mayor of Sandwell, has been awarded an MBE for Political and Public Service, and for service to the LGBTQ+ community, in the New Year’s Honours List. Councillor Gavan was a founder chairman of Birmingham Pride, forming part of a small committee in 1996 which fundraised

Introducing Proud Baggies FC: a new LGBTQ+ football team in the West Midlands

Introducing Proud Baggies FC: a new LGBTQ+ football team in the West Midlands

A new competitive LGBTQ+ football team, Proud Baggies FC – “dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity within the sport” – has been announced in collaboration with West Bromwich Albion, Sandwell Council, and the Albion Foundation. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in fostering a

Baga Chipz to headline Cabaret Stage at this year’s Walsall Pride

Baga Chipz to headline Cabaret Stage at this year’s Walsall Pride

Walsall Pride, which will be held on August Bank Holiday Saturday, have released their full line-up, which this year includes a star from RuPaul’s Drag Race UK.

Walsall Pride to host Pride Picnic in the Park on Sunday, July 30

Walsall Pride to host Pride Picnic in the Park on Sunday, July 30

The picnic is completely free to attend, and guests are encouraged to bring their own food and drink, as well as blankets and chairs to sit on. Some chairs will also be provided by Walsall Pride for those who don’t have their own, and guests are also welcome to make use of the steps in the area too.

Football fan banned from matches for three years after homophobic abuse

Football fan banned from matches for three years after homophobic abuse

Liam Duce appeared at Dudley Magistrate Court on June 15 where he pleaded guilty to using threatening or abusive words and behaviour after he was arrested for homophobic abused at a Wolves vs Chelsea match back on April 8. The 24-year-old, of High Park Crescent, Sedgley, was given a three-year footb

Staffordshire man denies charges of homophobic abuse at football match

Staffordshire man denies charges of homophobic abuse at football match

Matthew Bramwell (21) from Penkridge, Staffordshire has denied charges over homophobic abuse during a Wolves V Chelsea football match.

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