Interest in Willenhall Leisure Centre hotting up

A flurry of potential buyers have come forward for Willenhall Leisure Centre, council chiefs revealed today.


Father’s tribute to lake tragedy best man

The father of a Black Country best man who died after going swimming in a fishing lake following a wedding reception has spoken for the first time about his “brilliant son”.


Sudden Adult Death Syndrome killed two

Two men from Staffordshire died of the same rare heart condition within weeks of each other, inquests heard.


Flintstones theme is the most recognised

Latest research reveals that The Flintstones’ theme tune is the most recognisable of kids’ television programmes, according to UK adults.


Leader backing call over high speed rail link

The leader of Lichfield District Council is backing calls for the Government’s Transport Secretary to meet authorities which would be affected by the proposed high speed rail route from London to the West Midlands.


Ishmael Miller and Joe Mattock injured

Albion have ruled out Ishmael Miller and Joe Mattock for anything up to a month after the duo picked up training ground injuries.


Kevin MacDonald mulling over job

Villa caretaker boss Kevin MacDonald expects to know whether he wants to be Martin O’Neill’s permanent successor after Sunday’s game at Newcastle.


Blues linked with Alan Hutton move

Birmingham are being linked with a £6million move for Tottenham full-back Alan Hutton with manager Alex McLeish still hopeful of adding new signings this month.


Reuben Reid vows to re-ignite career

Reuben Reid has vowed to re-ignite his career at Walsall after signing on loan from Albion.


The joy of running in the rain

While most of you sensible people were tucked up at home in warm jumpers while it tipped it down with rain yesterday, I was outside hurtling around a muddy track. And it was fantastic, writes Hannah Webster.

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