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Market traders in Sandwell could be offered up to a year’s free rent under radical proposals to jump start the borough’s economy.

Last ditch efforts to save a doomed West Midland vehicle components factory from closure have failed after bosses rejected a new business plan.

A 400-year-old pottery flask with its origins in the Inca Empire has been unearthed thousands of miles from home in a Staffordshire village.

A hidden gem within the heart of the Black Country Living Museum is booming.

Michael Jackson fans in Wolverhampton pay tribute to Michael Jackson, following his death at the age of 50.

Smooth Radio afternoon DJ Tammy Gooding gives you her guide to the best of the week’s entertainment across the region.

Alan Irvine has emerged as favourite for the Albion manager’s job – despite vehement denials from his club Preston.

Wolves are on the brink of their first sale of the summer with the departure of midfielder Stephen Gleeson to Milton Keynes Dons.

Villa have cooled their interest in Middlesbrough’s £8million-rated defender David Wheater.

Free agent Ian Breckin has rejected the chance to become Walsall’s first summer signing.