January « 2009 « « Express & Star

Record numbers have been nominated for the Mayor’s Civic Awards in Dudley.

A project which will help dozens of people into work across Cannock Chase and Lichfield is to continue after securing a grant of almost £300,000.

O’Neill waiting on transfer options

Villa boss Martin O’Neill is awaiting answers on ‘three or four options’ ahead of Monday’s transfer deadline – but his interest in Manchester City’s Daniel Sturridge has cooled.

Players back Carson to bounce back

Albion have again rallied around Scott Carson after the goalkeeper’s latest blunder in the 5-0 defeat to Manchester United.

Castle’s future may be led by partners

The future of Hartlebury Castle, near Kidderminster, still hangs in the balance and could be taken over by a consortium of businessmen.

Deal delights Saddlers boss

Walsall boss Chris Hutchings has snared his first signing after taking Villa youngster Sam Williams on a month’s loan.

Saddlers hoping Palmer will stay

Walsall boss Chris Hutchings is hoping wantaway Chris Palmer will be convinced to stay the club despite the winger handing in a transfer request.

Bradley hails Saddlers assistant

Walsall midfielder Mark Bradley has hailed the impact of Martin O’Connor and believes the assistant manager will work wonders at the club.

Baggies’ Barnett nets own goal

West Bromwich Albion defender Leon Barnett was today facing a ribbing from his team mates after his karaoke efforts were broadcast on national television.

Fans boing boing up north

Hundreds of West Bromwich Albion fans today took advantage of 40 free coaches laid on take them to the crucial match at Hull City.