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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.