Robert Plant and Rita Cullis kick off organ fundraiser

A global rock icon, an internationally-acclaimed opera singer, a symphony orchestra and a near-capacity crowd.


Bert Williams and Denise Lewis join the hall of fame

Wolves legend Bert Williams and Black Country Olympic gold medallist Denise Lewis were among the newest additions to Wolverhampton’s Sporting Hall of Fame.


Schools spend £19m on temps

Schools in the Black Country and Staffordshire spent more than £19.4 million on temporary staff and supply teachers last year, new figures reveal.


Cancer research charity founder dies, 71

A prolific fundraiser and former Express & Star print worker has died aged 71.


Crowd leaves Aled Jones walking in the air

TV and radio star Aled Jones praised Dudley audiences as among the best in country for their warm and friendly reception saying it was “always a joy” to visit the town.


Wolverhampton debut for Black Country Communion

Black Country Communion, the Black Country’s own rock supergroup, is hoping to stage its first full concert in Wolverhampton this Christmas, writes Ian Harvey.


Best Western Himley Hotel, Himley

Sat in the restaurant of the Himley Hotel, I look up at the pointed, high-beamed roof, and then cast my eyes along the tall, sturdy-framed windows, writes our undercover dining reviewer The Insider.


Chris Brunt revels in Arsenal win

Albion winger Chris Brunt has claimed Saturday’s shock win at Arsenal shows the Baggies have learned the lessons of their previous Premier League failures.


Jonny Brain says sorry to Walsall fans

Walsall goalkeeper Jonny Brain has apologised to the club’s suffering fans after the Saddlers nosedived into the relegation zone.


Wolves send off Matt Murray

Retired Wolves goalkeeper Matt Murray was given a send-off as fans and former players – including Robbie Keane – paid tribute to him at the game against Villa.

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