Father, 71, ready for twins’ first Christmas

Their little faces were beamed across the world when it emerged their father was the oldest father of twins in Britain.


Lorry raids are halved in three years

The number of raids on security drivers in the West Midlands has more than halved in the past three months compared to last year, according to police.


City safety scheme cuts bad behaviour

Banning cars from large parts of a Black Country city centre has had a dramatic impact on rowdy behaviour, slashing it by nearly 50 per cent, police claimed today.


City safety scheme cuts bad behaviour

Banning cars from large parts of a Black Country city centre has had a dramatic impact on rowdy behaviour, slashing it by nearly 50 per cent, police claimed today.


Council’s pledge to tackle problem road

Transport chiefs have vowed to fully investigate possible improvements at a main route into Walsall town centre after a number of accidents there.


Festive ents guide with Smooth Radio’s Carlos

Get your nightlife guide for all the entertainment events in the West Midlands with Smooth Radio’s Carlos.


Bowls club rolls outrain shelter project

A shelter could be created at a popular Walsall bowling club to protect players from wind and rain in the cold months. It could house up to 30 players.


Villa fans thanked for loyal support

Villa boss Martin O’Neill has sent his own Christmas message to supporters by declaring – ‘I hope we’ve given you some festive cheer.’


Walsall hotshots striking fear

Walsall forward Darren Byfield believes his strike partnership with Troy Deeney has defences running scared.


McLeish set for new deal

Birmingham manager Alex McLeish is in line for a new deal at the end of the season if his side can maintain their good form.

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