Wolverhampton University sets out its science centre vision

A multi-million pound science centre complete with its own Thinktank-style museum will be created by Wolverhampton University, under plans revealed today.


Serco may lose Walsall schools contract

Serco’s contract to run education services in Walsall could end, it was revealed today, with council chiefs set to discuss the matter next week.


Takeaway boss branded hazard to business

A restaurant boss who ran a “dim and grisly” Wolverhampton city centre takeaway has been banned from running food businesses ever again, after being branded a hazard by a judge.


Hospital patient died after being sent home

A father of three from Staffordshire died days after being discharged from hospital despite complaining of abdominal pain following a knee replacement operation, an inquest heard.


Father, 61, died after losing his leg in crash

A father of five died of his injuries after he was struck by a motorbike while crossing a road near his home, an inquest heard.


No fake nails or tan for Wolves’ new WAG Melissa Johnson

She is the latest WAG ready to set Molineux’s terraces alight in the style stakes – and stunning Melissa Johnson plans on doing it without a fake nail or bottle of St Tropez in sight.


Queen in salute to soldiers

The Queen thanked soldiers from the Black Country for putting their lives at risk on the frontline in Afghanistan during a visit to Staffordshire.


71-year-old’s family hits out at care standards

A vulnerable pensioner was left sitting in filthy conditions by nurses at a Midlands hospital, it has been claimed.


Great holiday getaway is set to begin

The great British summer getaway is about to officially begin as parents head off with children finishing school for the six weeks’ holiday.


Walsall to decide on Anton Peterlin

Walsall manager Dean Smith will use the Saddlers’ second friendly against Premier League neighbours to make a final decision on midfield trialist Anton Peterlin.

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