Major award for dedicated bus driver

A shuttle bus driver who often saves the day for workers at Cannock and Stafford’s hospitals has been recognised with a special staff award.


Scholarship boost for top student

A scholarship is beckoning for a successful Stourbridge student who hopes it will help his career take off.


Cadets get power to go back on water

Young sea cadets left high and dry after an engine belonging to their safety boat was stolen, will soon be back on the water after another one was donated.


Council leader attacks small grants

A grant scheme for community groups and good causes run by a Staffordshire council is so inefficient it is costing almost £50 for every £50 given away, the council leader says.


Hamster part of haul in flat raid

A pet hamster in a cage was among items stolen in a house burglary in Stourport.


Action plea over uneven slabs

Dangerously uneven and broken paving slabs are making life treacherous for people in Bewdley, residents claim.


New boss working on player bids

Walsall boss Chris Hutchings has revealed he has already had bids turned down for players as he desperately tries to bolster his new squad.


Koren vows depleted Albion attack

Albion midfielder Robert Koren has insisted the Baggies will attack Manchester United despite the mounting injury list at the Hawthorns.


New duo tipped as England strikeforce

New recruit Emile Heskey and Gabby Agbonlahor can be the future front pairing for England – not just for Villa.


Minis all Rover the place

More than 5,000 classic car fans descended on Stafford for the 10th British Mini Fair. Enthusiasts travelled from all over the UK to help celebrate the Mini and all things classic at Staffordshire County Showground yesterday, and originals from 1959 were on display.

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