Wasall man who lost sight in line for payout

A landscape gardener from Walsall who lost the sight in his right eye after an horrific accident at work could be in line for a bumper compensation payout.


Walsall casino gets big revamp

A casino in the Black Country is to get a new restaurant, gaming equipment and poker areas as part of a refurbishment that will create new jobs.


Region’s road plans hit by funding fears

Businesses today warned the government not to repeat the mistakes of old after shelving major road improvement schemes worth more than £71 million.


Concerns raised by Wolverhampton raid case judge

A judge raised concerns after prosecutors dropped a burglary charge against a suspect who had stolen goods at his Wolverhampton house, despite “strong” evidence he was involved in the raid.


Rising costs threat to Dudley meals-on-wheels

Meals on wheels for the elderly are under threat after a Black Country charity announced it is struggling to stay on the road because of rising costs.


Children hurt in crashes in Upper Gornal and Rugeley

A teenage girl and a six-year-old boy were seriously injured when they were knocked down in separate road accidents.


M6 delays after six-car smash

A six-car pile up on the northbound M6 caused delays during rush hour today.


CBeebies star Boogie Pete is a hit in Lichfield

Are you ready to boogie with Pete from Boogie Beebies? Fans went along to see him at Lichfield Garrick Theatre.


Pumpkin tealight causes flat fire

Three men were taken to taken to hospital today, one in a serious condition, after a pumpkin with a tealight candle burning inside caused a flat fire in Wolverhampton.


Villa look to keep Nigel Reo-Coker

Boss Gerard Houllier takes Villa into battle with Burnley vowing to try and keep Nigel Reo-Coker after preliminary discussions started over a contract extension.

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