Black Country Talking News 01st April 2026

Black Country Talking News 01st April 2026

From Black Country Talking News by Beacon Vision

April 1, 2026 · 1h 12m

About this episode

This episode covers local news, Easter activities, and nostalgic radio memories while introducing a Royal Mail test series.

In this week’s edition we have: All the latest from Beacon with Helen Some fascinating news from across the Black Country, including a lowdown on some of the free activities available across the region over Easter. Hopefully any Easter cards you may have posted out have reached their destination in time. That has definitely not been the case for many residents of the Black Country over the past few months, as we introduce the first episode of a 3-part series, where the Express & Star puts the Royal Mail to a 20-letter test. There's plenty of nostalgia too, as with thanks to TNF soundings contributor Lindsay, we look back at some of the traditions and celebrations that mark Easter Monday. You’ll have to be sharp of mind, as we have another Science and Nature Quiz from Roger. We continue our journey “’round the Wrekin” with Michael and Lesley Braccia, who this month, continue upon their journey through the airwaves, with fond memories of radio stations and programmes from the past. As we move from the cold depths of winter to the warming of Spring, are we set for some sharp April showers?! We hear from Meena, who has the forecast for the week ahead. And of course, we have the…

People in this episode

Hosts: Helen, Meena

Topics covered

  • local news
  • Easter activities
  • Royal Mail test
  • traditions
  • weather forecast
  • radio nostalgia
  • exclusive drama

Keywords

  • Black Country
  • Easter
  • Royal Mail
  • traditions
  • weather forecast
  • radio stations
  • Leeford

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Beacon Vision

Books & works: Express & Star, Leeford

Places: Black Country

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