Man butchered by 'terror' pair
Terrorism returned to the streets of London as two suspected Muslim fanatics butchered a man in broad daylight in the name of "Allah".
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Fifty new firefighters will be taken on by West Midlands Fire Service, bosses have revealed.
Wolverhampton family taken to safety from Oklahoma tornado
A family from Wolverhampton were among those that had to be taken to safety when the deadly tornado hit Oklahoma, it has emerged.
WH Smith to shut Wolverhampton Mander Centre branch shedding 20 jobs
WH Smith is to close its main Wolverhampton branch with the loss of 20 jobs, it was announced today.
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Stiliyan Petrov was today revealed as Aston Villa’s new assistant development coach.
West Brom and Aston Villa post better gates
West Brom and Aston Villa posted improved attendances this season – as Premier League crowds rose by four per cent.
West Brom axe trio but consider Zoltan Gera
West Brom will offer fans’ favourite Zoltan Gera a new contract if he proves his fitness – but Marc-Antoine Fortune’s Baggies career could be over.
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more storiesRural savers 'put more money aside'
Savers in rural areas have around £1,375 more put away than people in towns and cities, a report has found.
Co-op rolls out 'talking' ATMs
The Co-operative Bank has started a roll-out of "talking" cash machines for blind and partially-sighted people across the UK.
Bank predicts Pingit demand surge
The volume of busy Britons turning to their mobile phones to sort out their finances "on the go" is set to surge over this bank holiday weekend, a bank has predicted.
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Sir Alex Ferguson’s big send-off at West Brom marred by crowd trouble
Thousands of women in the pink at Walsall Race for Life
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Microsoft has unveiled its next generation console, the Xbox One. Here's what's been revealed.
Don't sneer at Duncan if they slay this dragon
Look at me, I’ve got money, a big flash career and you haven’t. I’ve got a sexy nickname, a book deal and a TV show.
The thing I hate most about gigs? The other people
Going to a gig is supposed to be an enjoyable and entertaining experience. Something to look forward to, something to brighten up an otherwise normal week of rush hours, rain clouds and the kids’ runny noses.
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more storiesMichael Gove approves more than 100 free schools
Education Secretary Michael Gove approved more than 100 free school applications today, which will make up around 50,000 school places.
Much-loved teacher Lily Wilson dies aged 94
Former deputy headmistress Lily Wilson – known to many as ‘Willy’ and a leading light in the girl guides – has died at the age of 94.
Engineering the best career path in West Midlands
Engineering skills have never been in such high demand in the West Midlands as they are currently.
