Will the Olympics leave us all fulfilled?

The Olympics are on the mind of Express & Star columnist Peter Rhodes in the round-up of this week’s musings.


Captain America: The First Avenger 3D

Recalling the cliffhanger TV series of the 1950s, Captain America: The First Avenger establishes the origins of one of the most popular superheroes from the Marvel Comics stable.


Horrid Henry: The Movie 3D

Rarely has a film title been more fitting than Nick Moore's woefully misjudged caper based on the mischievous character created by award-winning author, Francesca Simon.


Zookeeper

A modern day Dr Dolittle takes advice from the animals to win the woman of his dreams in Frank Coraci's surprisingly endearing comedy.


Don’t panic, staff told following Serco axe

Hundreds of staff affected by the decision to axe Serco’s £345 million contract to run Walsall’s schools were today told not to panic as bosses will take a “sensible and measured” approach to their futures.


No cause for a-llama in Midland countryside

It’s early morning and the llamas are loping along the lush lawns, licking their lips after breakfast.


Dudley beauty spots plagued by rise in fly-tipping

Fly-tipping across Dudley is rocketing – with beauty spots being targeted, new figures have revealed.


George Elokobi has roots for comfort

Wolves defender George Elokobi returns to the scene of his worst footballing nightmare with plans to build a better future for many not so fortunate.


David Oldfield on job ahead at Albion

New Albion development coach David Oldfield has warned the Baggies’ young guns they must match their talent with their work-rate to make the first team.


Dance project launches in Wolverhampton

A unique city-wide project that looks at how dance has played its part in Wolverhampton kicks off this weekend.

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