Jail warning for kitten killer in drunken row

A drunken row led to a man launching his partner’s young kitten at a wall, causing injuries that led to it having to be put down.


Historic firm in £1m move to secure jobs

More than £1 million is to be ploughed into revamping a historic Black Country factory to safeguard workers’ future and create more jobs, it was revealed today.


Free half-hour move on parking backlash

Free half-hour parking spaces could be introduced in a Black Country town centre following a backlash from traders over new on-street charges.


Joy as gold trinket is unearthed

He began metal detecting a couple of years ago, and the discovery of the Staffordshire Hoard less than a mile away from David Ellis’s home boosted his excitement for his hobby.


Brother helped killer flee city

The twin brother of a man who murdered a pensioner after being freed from a prison sentence for killing a man in Wolverhampton has admitted helping his brother flee to the city.


Family cats shot with air rifle

Two pet cats belonging to the same family have been shot with air rifles in the space of a week.


Farewell to pioneering consultant

A consultant who has spent more than two decades on the wards of a Black Country hospital has bid a fond farewell to her colleagues and patients.


Rockin’ Regis Suite is on market for £900k

A landmark rock ‘n’ roll venue in the Black Country is to be sold for almost £1 million.


Regulars step up to oche for game with darts ace

Punters packed out a pub to welcome darts ace Martin “Wolfie” Adams — and some stepped up to the oche to challenge the champion.


Pat and Clive’s barnstorming effort

Bright lights, gleaming instruments and an audience transfixed by every note – it could be a concert like any other for the 30-strong band of the Mercian Regiment.

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