Fish are rescued after poison alert from Kidderminster fire
Several hundred fish have been rescued from a canal over fears of contaminated water after a major blaze at a nearby recycling plant.
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George Osborne is to shed light on his plans for the banking industry following the long-awaited report from the Parliamentary Commission on Banking Standards.
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Digital Editions Poll: Is Wolverhampton's nightlife in decline?
As popular bar Revolution becomes the latest Wolverhampton nightspot to shut its doors, we ask if you think the city's nightlife is as good as it used to be.
Suspected Dudley burglars' bin hiding place is wheelie rubbish
Three suspected burglars jumped into wheelie bins to try and hide from police.
Love at first sight leads to platinum celebration
A platinum couple are celebrating 70 happy years of marriage together after falling in love at first sight.
Dozens of MPs to vote against HS2 in Commons vote
At least 40 MPs will rebel against the Government’s controversial HS2 rail scheme when it faces its first vote, it has emerged.
Transports of delight thrill show crowds in fun-packed weekend
Planes, trains and automobiles took centre stage in a fun-packed weekend of carnivals and shows in Staffordshire and the Black Country.
Molineux stadium plans under the hammer
Original architects’ plans and drawings for the 1990s redevelopment of Molineux will go under the hammer at a Wolverhampton auction house.
Poll: Should windfarms be subsidised through electricity bills?
As windfarm campaigners call for a re-think over plans to expand the UK's turbine network after it was revealed that domestic energy bills are subsidising jobs in the sector, we ask what you think.
Meet little Baloo, the UK’s only hand-reared Asian bearcat
The only palawan binturong – or Asian bearcat – to be hand- reared in the UK has made his home in South Staffordshire.
Sainsbury's staff serve up charity cheque to Steve Bull
Supermarket staff and customers have helped former Wolves star Steve Bull to reach another goal.
Poll: Should Cannock Chase Hospital be run by bosses in Wolverhampton?
Under radical plans revealed today for Cannock Chase Hospital, the facility will be run by health bosses in Wolverhampton.
Tony Benn on politics, pipes – and a new dislike for shaving
Veteran politician Tony Benn told Enoch Powell he was wrong to speak out against mass immigration – but he still respected the former Wolverhampton MP.
Most-read stories on expressandstar.com from the last 7 days
Here's our round-up of the most-read stories on expressandstar.com this week.
West End right here on our own doorstep
It's the show everyone has been talking about, ever since Helen Mirren stormed off the stage to reprimand some drummers who disturbed her performance.
Civic Weller ticket sales off to a fast Start after selling out in 30 minutes
Tickets to see Paul Weller perform in Wolverhampton sold out within 30 minutes of going on sale today.
Sir Jack Hayward at 90: I still adore Wolves
Sir Jack Hayward celebrated his 90th birthday today – and raised a glass to his beloved Wolves and the city of Wolverhampton.
Punter complains to West Midlands Police about prostitute's looks - listen to 999 call
A man dialled 999 to complain to West Midlands Police about the quality of a prostitute in the West Midlands.
Desperate plea to find lost tortoise Myrtle
A pensioner today made a desperate appeal for help to find her beloved pet tortoise Myrtle who has gone missing from the garden of her home.
Top 10 things to do this Father's Day
Don't forget this Sunday is Father's Day. Why not treat your dad to a special day out to celebrate? With our round-up of the best Father's Day events in the Black Country and Staffordshire you're sure to find something to entertain him and the rest of the family too!
Joe Pasquale launches Wolverhampton Grand's pantomime Sleeping Beauty
Joe Pasquale arrived in Wolverhampton to officially launch this year’s pantomime Sleeping Beauty, and said he couldn’t wait to get back on stage in the city.
Dornier’s RAF Cosford arrival delayed by winds
The long-awaited arrival of the last surviving Dornier warplane at RAF Cosford has been delayed again due to strong winds.