Paul Jenkins
Senior Reporter
Senior Reporter at the Express & Star and Shropshire Star.
Here's where motorists can take advantage of a festive parking freebie in the West Midlands
'We are determined to protect young people' - Wolverhampton trader and shop handed court bill of over £50k for selling illicit goods
Jailed: Birmingham dangerous driver who left victim to die in hit and run
Watch: Shoppers' delight as The Range opens giant new store in Wolverhampton
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Dudley wants to become Britain's first 'town of culture' - Here are five reasons why it might stand a chance
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Flu admissions soaring - find out how many have been admitted to every hospital trust in the West Midlands
More than half of eligible Black Country residents still haven't come forward for flu vaccine with cases at record high
Wolverhampton shops under investigation after thousands of pounds of illegal and counterfeit goods found across the city
'They are gifts of dignity' - Walsall council and charity volunteers deliver baby care packs for struggling families across the borough
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'We want to help every young person access the opportunities they deserve' - West Bromwich school community braves the cold
Travelling by train this Christmas? Here's what you need to know with some of the busiest routes passing through the West Midlands
Faces of two jailed men from Tipton who supplied drugs and put people's live at risk with reckless driving
'Tickets will sell fast' - Dudley funny man Lenny Henry set for triumphant return to his hometown
Accident causes delays for rush hour motorists between Birmingham and Walsall
Academy boss pays tribute to former Wolves starlet, 21, after fatal motorway crash - minute's silence is planned at Molineux
Tributes paid to former Wolverhampton 'Megastore' owner Mike Lloyd
Road closures on landmark Pelsall bridge set to be partially lifted in time for the festive season
'Excuses won't be tolerated' - Walsall Council warning on litter crime as new figures show how many people have been fined
'Overwhelmed by community support': Crime-hit Bilston church leader says he is determined the Christmas programme won't be affected by theft
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Wolverhampton X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent star 'Goldcrusher' giving back to community as he teams up with store to deliver cheer to youngsters
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Man arrested in Sutton Coldfield on suspicion of burglary
'Incredibly kind': Wolverhampton Hells Angels deliver toys to children at New Cross Hospital and receive a thank you from the mayor
'Dangerous' Birmingham drugs dealer who hid a gun in a sock is jailed
Police support fire crews at scene of overnight West Bromwich blaze - crews have now left the scene
Have you seen this man? Police appeal after attempted burglary in Birmingham
Crews remain in Wheaton Aston after fire on Saturday afternoon which saw five appliances respond
'The whole family is touched by a real love story' - Former army nurse from Aldridge celebrates centenary
Pub regulars save Christmas after returning Santa Claus to rightful home at hospital
'A thoughtless and unpleasant crime' - Three Wolverhampton fly-tippers ordered to pay over £7,000 as council issues warning
Man who defrauded taxpayers of thousands by illegally subletting a Dudley property faces paying 'substantial' compensation to council
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Teenager who reached speeds of up to 70 mph in Willenhall is stopped by persistent officers
'It now offers fewer benefits to residents' - Burntwood councillor hits out at housebuilder's revised plan for 'Grey Belt' land
Two arrested after early morning crash in West Bromwich
Sniffer dog Griff helps police and trading standards seize illegal drugs, cigarettes and tobacco from Walsall shops during major operation
'Our community will still be blessed at Christmas': Bilston church leader speaks out after £2,000 of damage caused by lead thieves
Do you know this man? Police appeal after attempted theft of multiple vehicles in Birmingham
'Christmas won't come to some Staffordshire youngsters due to delivery driver shortage' - Warning from recruitment boss with local branch
Three charged in Walsall after police crack down on retail theft
West Midlands university gets £1m to help Ukraine rebuild - here's how
Long-running charity cup gets fundraising boost from building society
Wolverhampton pensioner died at hospital after suffering cardiogenic shock during hip replacement revision, inquest hears
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