North Solihull marks 100 years since WW1's end

RESIDENTS around North Solihull today came together to mark the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day.
Remembrance events were held around the local area, with services to commemorate the fallen in Marston Green, Castle Bromwich and Chelmsley Wood.
The laying of wreaths at memorials had an added poignancy, a century on from the end of the First World War.
After more than four years of fighting, which had claimed the lives of millions, including more than 800 Solihull residents, the conflict officially ended at 11 o'clock on November 11, 1918.
This evening, people from across the borough are expected to attend a short service at Elmdon Church's war memorial (at 6.40pm).
The nearby beacon will be lit at 7pm by Mayor of Solihull, Coun Flo Nash. It is one of around 1,000 flames which will be kindled around the country.