Dudley Library is to get a makeover in a £200,000 project, it was revealed today.

Vomiting bug norovirus is back at Walsall Manor Hospital and has closed two wards – the fourth time the virus has broken out at the site.

Traders spoke of their shock today after a murder inquiry was launched following the death of a young woman in West Bromwich.

A motorcyclist whose girlfriend is expecting their baby in 12 weeks’ time was killed in a crash – just hours before he was due to hand the bike to a new owner.

 




 



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