Rangers confident of attracting stars

Stafford Rangers believe they are in the driving seat to attract good players to Marston Road this summer in the wake of the economic climate.


Geoff Hurst shows his support for England

The 1966 hat-trick hero has dressed up as Winston Churchill to show his support for KitKat’s ‘Cross Your Fingers’ World Cup campaign.


British Airways in new legal threat to union

The British Airways cabin crew strike entered its third day today amid speculation the airline is preparing another court bid to halt the latest wave of walkouts.


New riddle over Wolverhampton Council control

The death of a Conservative councillor could pave the way for Labour regaining control of Wolverhampton City Council next year.


Pub has Jurassic Park dinosaur-themed ride

It looks like it was inspired by movie blockbuster Jurassic Park but this dinosaur-themed adventure ride is only one of the attractions at a Staffordshire pub.


Family’s lucky escape as roof collapses

A family had a lucky escape when part of their £270,000 home in Staffordshire suddenly collapsed as they sat inside, sending debris crashing to the ground.


M6 hard shoulder work is cancelled

Part of the controversial scheme to open the hard shoulder of the M6 during peak times has been axed amid a series of government cuts.


New hope over Luke Walker murder charge

A man from Brierley Hill accused of killing his girlfriend in Crete was today given hope by the results of a second post mortem.


Kevin Doyle’s bitter sweet summer

Wolves striker Kevin Doyle would rather be playing in the World Cup next month than getting married.


Pagebet bookies closing nine branches

Nine branches of a bookmakers in the Midlands have closed after the company went into administration, with several job losses.

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