Huge flood hits Wolverhampton homes

Thousands of gallons of water gushed into houses today after an underground main burst along a busy Black Country route – leaving thousands of homes without supplies.


Stiliyan Petrov ruled out until 2011

Villa have been dealt a huge injury blow after captain Stiliyan Petrov was effectively ruled out until 2011.


Memorial for hero soldier Richard Brandon

War veterans have stepped in to honour a Kidderminster soldier killed in Afghanistan after town leaders rejected plans for an individual tribute.


Roy Wood in Walk of Stars line-up

Brummie rock legend Roy Wood will be the next person to be awarded a place on Birmingham’s Walk of Stars, it was announced today.


Year of life lost to parking your car

Drivers spend nearly a year of their lives searching for a parking space, according to a survey today.


Michael signs up to MG’s new future

A teenager has become the first apprentice to join MG since the famous car maker relaunched under new Chinese ownership.


The Red Lion, Bradley

Our undercover meal reviewer, The Insider, visits a pub which has been renovated to its former glory.


The Nelson Inn, Burntwood

The Nelson is the ideal venue for any special occasion or just a week-night meal out – just make sure you ask directions first, writes Sally-Anne Youll.


Wolves boss not scared of the drop

Wolves manager Mick McCarthy has insisted his side will not get dragged into a relegation dogfight.


Key Albion duo are sent for scans

Albion today sent key duo Jonas Olsson and Marc-Antoine Fortune for scans after the pair limped out of Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Fulham.

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