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Accident victim Tom Grove defies doctors

Teenager Tom Grove has defied doctors’ predictions by triumphing at his school’s sports day – less than a year after he suffered two badly broken legs in a crash with a car as he cycled home.


Libraries could be used to help plug public toilet gap

Toilets in shops and other buildings across Dudley could be opened up for use by the public under plans being considered by council chiefs.


Jo sheds eight stone to keep up with daughter

Black Country teaching assistant Jo Webster has shed eight stone – the equivalent of a small woman – in just over a year.


Landmark pub is forced to close

A landmark Black Country pub famed for its award-winning carvery has closed due to declining trade and spiralling costs.


Inspector Drake film is no tall order for Alan

Artist Alan Birch has landed his dream role as a detective in a new film – 25 years after first bringing the character to life on stage.


Christmas lights still shining brightly

Christmas may seem a distant memory – but festive lights are still shining brightly on a Black Country high street.


West Midlands grinds to a halt

Dangerously icy roads, widespread delays on the trains and hundreds of flights cancelled – travel chaos continued across the West Midlands today after some of the worst winter weather seen in years.


Ian may never walk properly again after Segway accident

A company director fears he may never walk properly again after suffering serious leg injuries in an accident on a Segway scooter during a 50th birthday trip to Florida.


Acts grab limelight to show star quality

Top talent stepped into the spotlight during a sparkling showcase of entertainment at the region’s own Oscars-style awards show.


Family given 10-year ban on keeping pets

A family of three has been spared jail for animal cruelty after their two dogs were left dehydrated and starving.

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