Other Side of Solihull - What do you want to read?

WITH the start of a new year, Other Side of Solihull would like to hear from local people about the sort of stories that you would like us to cover.

Part of the reason for setting up this blog in 2014 and launching our monthly e-newspaper last spring was because of the ongoing problem of areas in the north of the borough having lost their traditional media outlets. Local newspapers have reduced distribution rounds and coverage of these areas online has often been patchy.  

The advantage of blogs and social media is that you don't need vast resources to get information published. The disadvantage is that the balance and research involved in old-fashioned news gathering doesn't always translate to hyperlocal content. In setting up this site, we are trying to take the best of both worlds.

But it's always useful to know the sort of stories and information that is most helpful to residents. Do you prefer details on local events or updates on council decisions? Are hard news stories (crime, planning applications etc) or human interest articles more likely to catch your eye?

As always we welcome all suggestions, story ideas and general feedback. Leave a comment below or email theothersideofsolihull@gmail.com