Arson attack on derelict industrial unit

Twenty firefighters were this afternoon tackling a blaze at an industrial unit after arsonists set fire to an abandoned caravan inside.


Adam Hammill chasing Anfield dream

Wolves winger Adam Hammill returns to Anfield chasing a milestone and a lifetime’s ambition.


Am dram productions for you to watch

Our am dram guru Alison Norton takes a look at upcoming productions in Birmingham, Shrewsbury, Tamworth, Wolverhampton, Telford and Sutton Coldfield.


Darren Bent ruled out of Villa trip

Darren Bent was today ruled out of Aston Villa’s trip to Queens Park Rangers – forcing boss Alex McLeish to recall Andreas Weimann from his loan spell at Watford.


Marcus Hahnemann signs for Everton

Former Wolves goalkeeper Marcus Hahnemann has signed for Everton on a short-term deal until January.


Jon Fratelli playing Wolverhampton

One of Scotland’s most prolific and talented songwriters, Jon Fratelli, performs tracks from his debut solo album in Wolverhampton tonight.


Best of Peter Rhodes – September 23

The best of this week’s Peter Rhodes column from the Express & Star.


Fashion extravaganza hits Birmingham

Some of the biggest names in fashion will hit the catwalk for a three-day extravaganza of fashion, beauty and shopping in Birmingham this weekend.


DJ Stuart Ojelay’s club guide – September 23

So I’m not going to lie, writes  DJ Stuart Ojelay, I returned from my gig in Warsaw, Poland, with a huge smile on my face as it was another great experience in a cool city. They sure do love their house music over there!


Sandwell Council leader to question Michael Gove

The leader of Sandwell Council is demanding to know if Education Secretary Michael Gove discussed axeing Sandwell’s £138 million school improvement programme in private email communications.

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