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Warning on football ban orders over Black Country derby

Football banning orders of up to three years will be pursued for trouble-makers in the run-up to and aftermath of tomorrow’s Black Country derby.


Drama as car flips onto roof

A motorist escaped with just minor injuries after his car flipped onto its roof in Wolverhampton city centre as shocked shoppers looked on.


Dog stabbed to death in the street

A man fatally stabbed a much-loved German Shepherd dog in a Black Country street in front of its owner following a heated argument, a court heard.


Welding company is raided for third time

Thieves have targeted a welding firm in Wolverhampton for the third time in as many months, stealing thousands of pounds worth of equipment.


Mecca plans return to Wolverhampton

Bingo halls chain Mecca today announced plans to move back to Wolverhampton, creating 50 jobs at a new music, eating and gaming complex.


Benefits cheat had £280k in the bank

A former shopkeeper who had almost £280,000 in several bank accounts falsely claimed council tax benefits of more than £4,000, a court has heard.


Parents’ appeal for hospital heart unit

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


Extra CCTV cameras in place for Black Country derby

Wolves today warned fans that extra CCTV will be in place during this weekend’s Black Country derby to monitor the crowd for trouble.


Futures are on the line in Prizefighter

Prizefighter hopefuls Dean Harrison and Young Mutley will be fighting for their futures when they compete at Wolverhampton Civic Hall.


Former mayor recovers from heart transplant

A former mayor of Wolverhampton is recovering at home after a heart transplant operation.

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