The only way is up for Yaz and her Balsall Common musical

Centre Stage Drama Group brings an exciting new musical to the stage, written by the group’s talented young writer, actress and Director Yazmin Zahran.  ’Yaz’ drew inspiration for her creation from Glee, Mama Mia and High School Musical to create a stunningly professional production which runs at the Heart of England School for two nights on the 25th and 26th May.

 

Yaz’s musical ” Gimme Gimme Gimme… An Idea”, tells the story of High School drama students seeking inspiration for their end of year show, whilst trying to cope with their everyday teenage trials and tribulations.  The show draws inspiration from a mixture of  shows including Glee, Mama Mia and High School Musical, showcasing an energetic, talented and youthful cast, supported by the group’s experienced performers.

 
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May 17, 2012 |

Ich bin ein Commoner. One parish for Balsall Common?

Berlin had its Wall, dividing the city along the East and West. Balsall Common has the parish boundary, dividing the village along East and West. And there the similarity ends; one has long been dismantled in the interest of prosperity, harmony and peace. A unified Balsall Common awaits those who dare to try.
Balsall Parish councillor Raymond Ritchie explains all and invites you to contact Solihull Council with your views and attend the meeting next Thursday 7.30pm (29th March) at the heart of England School (details to follow early next week).
March 22, 2012 |

Consultation deadline looms on development plans for Balsall Common

The deadline for response to the public consultation on proposals for new housing developments across three site in Balsall Common is tomorrow (Monday 5th March). The plans for new homes on two sites on Kenilworth Road and another at Riddings Hill, are being consulted by Solihull Council under the Local Development Framework scheme. Resdients on Riddings Hill have joined forces with local action group RAID to contest the plans.

 

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March 4, 2012 |

Stunning views of Chattaways ruins to remain in Balsall Common?

The incredible views in the centre of Balsall Common where Chattaways and other commercial premises were demolished to make way for a Sainsburys could remain a tourist attraction for some time to come.

 

The developers responsible for the project were placed into receivership by their bankers after getting caught up in a spiral of rising costs.   The bank is currently working through the process of finding a buyer for the land, bids for which were due in by 20th February.
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New NHS dental service for Balsall Common residents

Balsall Common residents will have access to NHS dental services with the arrival of the new medical centre, construction of which is nearing completion on Meadowhall Road on land next to the Brickmakers Arms.  The launch date for the service is yet to be announced but is expected to be available from April 2012.
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February 26, 2012 |

Plans for traveller site in Balsall Common kicked out by Solihull Council

Solihull Council officials rejected plans for a permanent travellers site on land between Waste Lane and Old Waste Lane in Balsall Common.  The decision not to allow development on green belt land was taken at the recent Cabinet Meeting.

 

Campaign group RAID (Residents Against Inappropriate Development), originally created to fight against traveller occupation of land in Meriden, was expanded into different branches when proposals were put forward for sites in Balsall Common and Hockley Heath.

 

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February 24, 2012 |