Shifnal news


Sad loss of former golf club president Trevor Jenks

A prominent Wolverhampton businessman and philanthropist who served as president and captain of the South Staffordshire Golf Club has died after a short illness.


Paul shows bottle with 44 years in milk industry

When Paul Nicholls asked his dad for some pocket money, his father suggested instead that he should get a job. So he did – as a milkman. Although, as he was only six years old, he was more of a milkboy.


Months of roadworks begin on busy routes

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


Minh’s Cantonese Restaurant, Shifnal

A Cantonese banquet hits the spot, writes our undercover meal reviewer The Insider – but there’s always one who has the steak and chips.


Anger as Bert Williams’ name is left off leisure centre

Bilston’s new £18.5 million leisure centre dedicated to Bert Williams has sparked criticism because it does not have the Wolves legend’s name on it.


Beautician in heaven over business award

A beautician from South Staffordshire who grew a £10 bag of nail extensions into a £10 million-a-year business has scooped the world’s most prestigious business gong for her alternative to botox treatment.


Artist inspired by a love of wildlife

From Tanzania to Shifnal, sandwich-maker to artist, Simon Stevenson’s life has been one of extremes.


Retired E&S chief cashier Harry Jacks dies aged 94

Former Express & Star chief cashier Harry Jacks has died at the age of 94.


Bert Williams signs ball 60 years later

Wolves great Bert Williams finally got round to signing a football last night – 60 years on.


Cannock man victim of M54 crash

A man who died when he was thrown out of a van in a four-vehicle crash on the M54 was from Staffordshire.

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