1940s dance hall days recreated

A shop unit in Wolverhampton city centre has been transformed into a 1940s living room as part of a nostalgic project looking at the history of dance halls.


Albion duo race to be fit for Arsenal

Albion duo Jerome Thomas and Gabriel Tamas are racing against the clock to be fit for tomorrow’s Premier League trip to Arsenal.


Emile Heskey ready to start for Villa

Super-sub Emile Heskey has declared himself ready to answer Villa’s derby-day call if needed from the start on Sunday – but insists he has nothing to prove.


History in the making for Blues

Birmingham manager Alex McLeish has called on his players to make history – as they stand of the verge of equalling a 113-year club record.


Call for Walsall to ‘smash’ Hartlepool

Walsall manager Chris Hutchings has told his frustrated players – ‘get ready to smash Hartlepool’s door down.’


Barry Bannan is not looking to leave

Villa midfielder Barry Bannan is set to disappoint a string of Championship clubs after insisting his immediate focus is forcing his way into new boss Gerard Houllier’s plans.


Your weekly entertainment guide from Carlos

Smooth Radio presenter Carlos gives his weekly round up of events happening across the region.


Somen Tchoyi can get even better

Albion midfielder Somen Tchoyi has insisted he can still get better as he prepared for a possible first Premier League start at Arsenal.


Homes of the Week: The March House

It’s time for something a bit different on Homes of the Week: a Scandinavian designed bungalow with atwo-acre paddock.


Ryan McGivern on Walsall’s debt

Walsall left-back Ryan McGivern has admitted the Saddlers’ stars owe boss Chris Hutchings a win after their dismal start to the season.

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