Parents of a Wolverhampton baby born with two holes in his heart are now hoping to raise funds to save hundreds of children.

Motorists were today facing months of hold-ups as several sets of roadworks kicked off across the Black Country and South Staffordshire.

Three schools in South Staffordshire have joined forces and formed a federation – putting an end to fears one could be closed.

Frontline officers will be forced to use public transport instead of panda cars due to cost-cutting at Staffordshire Police, it was revealed today.

Smouldering stock, blackened walls and a pile of fire-ravaged camping equipment – this was the devastating scene that greeted scouts in South Staffordshire after arsonists destroyed their base.

A scout base in South Staffordshire, used by around 100 youngsters, has been completely destroyed by arsonists, leaving members devastated and forcing bosses to cancel meetings.

Bus services in Wolverhampton will be shaken up later this month, with new routes and extra stops.

Hundreds of people turned out to hear a South Staffordshire choir perform in three Christmas events in one weekend, helping them raise money for Compton Hospice.

Brass instruments belonging to a cadets marching band have been stolen by thieves at their South Staffordshire headquarters.

Animal hats in all shapes and sizes are the hot fashion hit this winter. Charlotte Cross checks them out.