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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.


Ken Dodd opens Shifnal Festival

Legendary comedian Ken Dodd entertained hundreds of fans at a free gig near Wolverhampton to celebrate 55 years as performer.


Man dies following M54 smash

A man has died after a smash between two lorries and two vans on the M54 between Junction 3, for Albrighton, and Junction 4, near Shifnal, just before 8.30am today.


Mystery over future of Countess’s Arms

Mystery surrounds the future of a landmark pub near Wolverhampton – eight months after it was due to reopen following a £1.5 million transformation.


£100m deal is pure Heaven for Rugeley woman

A beauty expert who hails from Rugeley has secured a £100 million contract in China.


DJ Stuart Ojelay’s club guide – July 29

So after a seriously long month we may all be able to let loose with some pay weekend action – and here’s where to head with all your hard earned funds!

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