Trust boss hits out at centre’s charge rise

Putting the prices up at an outdoor activity centre used by hundreds of Walsall school children each year would be a “death by 1,000 cuts,” claims its trust manager.


Lagoon hopes sunk as buyers stay away

The deadline to start building work on the site of a demolished Black Country pub could be extended because no buyers have come forward in four years.


Care rated excellent by hospital patients

More than half of all patients staying overnight in hospitals in Sandwell and west Birmingham rate their care as excellent, it was revealed today.


Trials offer hope to people with cancer

Scientists in Birmingham are running one of the first UK trials of a new drug offering hope to people suffering hereditary forms of both breast and ovarian cancer.


Hundreds of council jobs left

Hundreds of council and school jobs in the West Midlands have been left vacant during the recession, it emerged today.


Top of the shop as bingo hall is back

More than 800 people flocked to a bingo hall in the Black Country for a first look at its £1.6 million revamp.


Albion would be ‘perfect for Moses’

Victor Moses’ closest advisor today claimed Albion would be a perfect club for the teenager as Newcastle joined the race for his services.


Collins seeks return to winning ways

Villa defender James Collins has admitted the team are under pressure to quickly rediscover their Premier League winning habit.


Gills clash is must-win for Deeney

Troy Deeney today branded tomorrow’s clash at Gillingham a “must win” as Walsall look to avoid being dragged into a relegation dogfight.


Wolves legend Bert Williams at 90

Legendary Wolves goalkeeper Bert Williams turns 90 on Sunday.

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