Breakfast is all about choice

Winnie the Pooh enjoyed his with lashings of honey, while Winston Churchill preferred his with a whisky chaser.


Wolverhampton businesses fight back against council policies

Hundreds of businesses in Wolverhampton today began their fightback against “obstructive” council policies and red tape which they say is blighting the city.


Wolves boosted by £9.1m Premier League profit

Wolves today offered a clear financial reminder of the price of Premier League status after confirming a £9.1m profit on their first season back in the top flight.


Bloxwich pensioner conned by ‘water board’ thieves

Thieves raided the home of a 91-year-old woman in the Black Country after duping her into believing they were from the water board.


Wind turbine plan for Sandwell Valley revealed

A giant wind turbine could be constructed in the middle of a Black Country beauty spot by a cash-strapped council.


CCTV shows speeding gunman on the run

This is the moment a fugitive gunman smashes through a Black Country level crossing as he speeds away from pursuing police.


Wolves – Blackpool a must-win says Mick McCarthy

Mick McCarthy today admitted his team are heading for their first ‘must win’ challenge of the survival battle.


Pensioner dies after being hit by Audi TT

A pensioner died after being knocked down by a car while a motorist had be cut free from his wrecked vehicle in separate road accidents in Staffordshire.


Aston Villa legend Ian Taylor gets ambassador challenge

Villa legend and Express & Star columnist Ian Taylor says he is looking forward to the “fantastic challenge” of new role as an ambassador for the club.


Darren Byfield relieved to end Saddlers injury hell

Darren Byfield today revealed his relief after ending a five-month injury hell.

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