KFC takeaway up in flames

A fast food restaurant along one of Wolverhampton’s busiest roads was badly damaged by fire this afternoon.


Stuffed toy is mere comfort

These adorable baby meerkats have been snuggling up to a cuddly toy at their home in the Black Country.


Do ‘a Hull’ urges Wolves’ Stearman

Wolves defender Richard Stearman has challenged the team to “do a Hull” and change the complexion of their season.


Hoard may be worth more

The Staffordshire Hoard could have been worth three times the £3.28 million figure set by a valuation committee, it was claimed today.


Ice tragedy of epic trip pilot

A Bewdley businessman killed when the private plane he was piloting crashed into a Scottish mountain was not authorised to fly in icy conditions, an inquest heard.


Town centre’s new 20mph limit

Speed limits on roads across Stafford town centre are to be reduced to 20mph.


Parking fee delay at mall

Controversial parking charges at Dudley’s Merry Hill Centre are unlikely to be introduced before the end of 2011, it emerged today.


The fear factor key for former Owl

Albion winger Chris Brunt faces his former club Sheffield Wednesday urging his current employers to spread fear throughout the league.


Downing fit to face former suitors

Fit-again Villa winger Stewart Downing is ready to be unleashed and has warned Tottenham – ‘You won’t be scoring nine against us!’


Dressing up was part of the Slade entertainment

For 70s rocker Dave Hill, weekends are for family time but back in the day it was playing at festivals and Hollywood films. Here he reveals his favourite pastimes.

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