Tide turned on conventional gardening

Forget joining the queue of caravans heading to Barmouth or Weston-Super-Mare.


Mary maps out future as top cartographer

Mary Spence is used to people being shocked that a woman can even read a map never mind design one.


Title or promotion – what’s best for fans?

Winning promotion to the Premier League was great – but was claiming the title even better?


Zany zebras Zack and Zippy

Summer is on its way and Zack and Zippy, two zebras at the West Midland Safari Park, could not resist a little bit of horse-play as they moved from their winter quarters.


Friends make history with prizes

Researching the history of Wolverhampton has proved a rewarding experience for Jennifer Davies and Lynda Holland.


Call to speak up over wind turbines

A Staffordshire councillor has called on villagers to make their voices heard over proposals for four 400ft wind turbines at a picturesque rural spot.


Oliver’s army of young wannabes

Talented youngsters from throughout the West Midlands took part in auditions for a summer production of Oliver!


Hospitals see fewer cases of infections

Infection rates at Stafford and Cannock Hospitals have improved over the past year, according to the latest figures.


The Specials still live up to their name

That’s it. I can die happy. I’ve seen The Specials. Thank you and a very good night.


Run-down club says repairs cash is vital

The chairman of a dilapidated Sons of Rest club in the Black Country says he is struggling to attract new members because council bosses refuse to fork out for repairs.

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