'I sell ice-creams in Stafford and can work up to 20 hours a day in sweltering conditions - but I love my job'
Plus
James Vukmirovic
Senior Reporter
Senior Reporter at the Express & Star. Contact me at james.vukmirovic@mnamedia.co.uk.
We visited a Tettenhall pub which has survived the threat of demolition and become a lively and friendly community hub
Plus
Transport firm looking to create base at Wednesbury industrial estate
Popular Staffordshire takeaway could extend opening hours
Disruption expected as gas and water works to start in Sandwell
West Midlands weather: Hot temperatures bring crowds out across the Black Country - see our photos
Man charged after two police officers assaulted in Walsall
Teenager arrested after hundreds of cannabis plants found at Staffordshire house
Watch: 24 amazing photos of the Pretty Muddy 5K at Sandwell Valley
Plus
Former students and staff share memories of Wolverhampton College campus at special lunch event
Motorcyclist left with 'potentially serious injuries' after crash which closed Darlaston road
Appeal launched to trace stolen jewellery following distraction burglary in Sedgley
Full line-up for Midlands Fringe in Wolverhampton announced, with big names from comedy world announced as headliners
Emergency services called to coach and truck crash on M6 in Staffordshire
'Overweight' van loaded with chicken stopped by police after speeding on M6 near Stafford
Two men charged following moped pursuit from Merry Hill shopping centre
I visited a pub in a quiet South Staffordshire village and got lost in the number of quality and delicious meals on offer
Plus
'I've never stopped painting and I love it': Gill Jordan lifts the lid on her new passion after successful exhibition
Plus
Political party leaders in Dudley support petition for Ben’s Law as they write to Home Secretary
West Midlands Crime Commissioner welcomes public inquiry into grooming gangs
Appeal launched to find Walsall man missing for days
Appeal launched to ask for help finding missing Sandwell teenager
Major Midlands rail disruption as emergency services deal with death on line near Tamworth
Fire crews tackle large blaze on Barr Beacon for several hours
Fire crews attend blaze on Brownhills industrial estate scrap yard as locals urged to 'keep windows closed'
Woman left with 'potentially life-changing facial injuries' after crash on busy A-road in Wednesbury
Sawn-off shotgun and rifle recovered from Wolverhampton house and two men arrested
From world champion boxing to the Black Country Half Marathon: Marcus Portman on why he's taking up the unique running challenge and how he hopes to inspire others
Record-breaking arrests for one day in West Midlands
'We run a glamping site at Himley Hall and it has been one big learning experience for the whole family'
Plus
West Midlands food bank network given funding boost after generous donation from Cadbury Foundation
Black Country pride and Geopark anniversary to be celebrated at free festival at Walsall Arboretum
People across Wolverhampton encouraged to put their best foot forward together for local charities
Creative types invited to bring new ideas to 2026 Wolverhampton Literature Festival
Wolverhampton Council gets a £20,000 grant to rid the streets of chewing gum
'We've had a lot of laughs and enjoyed every bit of it' - Wolverhampton Olympic stars reflect on six decades as they celebrate diamond anniversary
'The natural end to our five-year project has arrived': Popular Birmingham food, drink and entertainment venue set to close at end of year
Have you seen Kalub? Police asking for public help with finding missing Dudley teenager
Urgent appeal to find Wednesbury man wanted on suspicion of rape - dial 999 if you see him
Ten arrested during Wolverhampton crime crackdown targeting shoplifters
Staff found living illegally in dangerous conditions in Lichfield food businesses
Free parking set to be put in place for Black Country Festival events
'Little slice of history' - Georgian townhouse in Walsall to go under hammer at auction
