CLASSICAL music company Gig Caritas kick off the concert season in style by performing with internationally acclaimed cello soloist Irena Josifoska.

Mandy Damari spoke through tears to thousands of people gathered in central London for an event commemorating the October 7 attacks on Israel.

It comes after Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic damage in the US, with the death toll rising on Sunday to 230 people.

A COUNCILLOR has welcomed news that a Cradley road is on track to open fully after months of closure following a crash that damaged a building.