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Sun, 20 Feb 2022 05:15:08 +0000
Boris Johnson refuses to commit to resigning if found to have broken the law
Mr Johnson handed a legal questionnaire to police on Friday regarding claims that lockdown-busting parties were held in Downing Street.

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 09:59:08 +0000
Police appeal after Chihuahua stolen from garden in Cheslyn Hay
A Chihuahua has been stolen from the garden of a property in Cheslyn Hay.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 12:02:23 +0000
Flood alert raised and winds expected to pick up again after Storm Eunice havoc
A flood alert is in place for two West Midlands rivers as the region recovers from the havoc caused by Storm Eunice.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 18:12:09 +0000
Work continues on burst water main with A38 in Staffordshire remaining closed
Work is continuing on a burst water main which has forced the closure of the A38 in Staffordshire.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 12:35:17 +0000
Two rushed to hospital and one cut free after car hits parked vehicle
Two people were rushed to hospital and one had to be cut free from a car after a collision outside a primary school.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 14:50:09 +0000
Three teenagers arrested after stolen car leads police on chase in Oldbury
Three teenagers have been arrested after a stolen car led police on a chase that ended in a crash in the Black Country.

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 06:04:00 +0000
Mother of teen who fought rare disease without complaint vows to raise awareness
The mother of a 13-year-old boy who died after fighting a rare genetic condition has vowed to do everything she can to raise awareness of the disease.

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 06:02:30 +0000
Path damaged by badgers closed for up to 10 months
A public right of way is set to be closed due to damage caused by badgers.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 16:11:08 +0000
More gale-force winds forecast as Storm Eunice clean-up continues
The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for wind covering most of the UK on Sunday and Monday.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 17:35:12 +0000
Staffordshire Police dog handlers get medical training to save lives
Police dog handlers have received new medical training to help them and their canine companions save lives in Staffordshire.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 19:02:17 +0000
Violent robber sentenced to nine years for string of robberies at train station
A violent Kidderminster criminal who targeted people at a train station has been sent to prison for a string of robberies.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 13:38:09 +0000
Hunt to find group who smashed front door of bank to gain entry
Three people smashed their way through the front door of a Black Country bank and police want information on the suspects.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 11:40:10 +0000
Murder inquiry launched after man found with fatal injuries
A murder investigation has been launched after a man was found with fatal injuries in the early hours of today.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 07:50:00 +0000
Canal Trust applies to install high-tech water monitoring system on Wolverhampton lock
Wolverhampton's historic canal is set to get a high-tech water monitoring system.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:04:00 +0000
Wolves legend Billy Wright would be 'jumping for joy' at England returning to Molineux
The daughter of legendary Wolves defender Billy Wright says the former captain would be 'jumping for joy' at the announcement Molineux will once again host the England men's team.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:02:30 +0000
Shortage of special needs school places prompts review of service
Walsall is facing a huge shortage of school places for children with special needs, prompting a review of the service.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:02:30 +0000
School left without lollipop person for two years in plea for safer roads
Leaders at a primary school in Wednesbury have asked for a crossing to be installed to calm speeding cars, after it was revealed they have not had a school crossing patrol officer for two years.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:01:00 +0000
Fundraiser cycling 5,000 miles to thank hospice for loved one's care
A fundraiser from Staffordshire is taking on the ultimate challenge this spring by cycling 5,000 miles around the entire coastline of England, Scotland, and Wales.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:00:20 +0000
Topsy-turvy world of Starmer’s principles

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Esports set to showcase virtual world as part of games
"A lot of people don't see Esports as a serious thing, but we think differently and hope this will really showcase it."

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
KK Downing keeps hand in at Wolverhampton's Steelmill while enjoying rural life in Shropshire
It’s entirely fitting that one of the region’s real legends should be the public face of a seriously impressive rock club.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
MasterChef's move proves the West Midlands is a culinary destination - councillor
The leader of Birmingham City Council has hailed the relocation of MasterChef to Birmingham as a vote of confidence in the city's creative and culinary talent.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
145 miles of new road surfaces promised in Tenbury Wells and Bewdley area
Roads in the Tenbury Wells, Bewdley and Kidderminster area are getting £6m million per year for the next three years to fill in potholes and fix the roads.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 00:03:31 +0000
Clean-up to begin after Storm Eunice’s record-breaking gusts leave four dead
The windy conditions led to deaths and injuries in different parts of the country, along with travel disruption, flight cancellations and power cuts.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:39:39 +0000
Police officers and paramedics sent to 'medical emergency' at Halesowen gym
Emergency services descended on a busy high street after a medical emergency at a gym.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 18:33:21 +0000
Four dead and others injured as 120mph Storm Eunice batters UK and Ireland
It came as millions of people were urged to stay at home on Friday due to safety fears over the impact of Eunice.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 21:52:14 +0000
Three injured as tree blown onto car near Wolverhampton
Three people were injured today (Friday) and rushed to hospital after a tree fell on a car near Wolverhampton as Storm Eunice battered the Midlands.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:41:13 +0000
In Pictures: Drama and danger as Storm Eunice blasts across the UK
A rare red weather warning was issued for parts of the country.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 13:23:09 +0000
Parts of London’s O2 Arena roof ‘ripped off’ as Storm Eunice hits capital
On its official Twitter account the building is described as ‘not just a tent’.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 18:37:16 +0000
Call for speed bumps on busy road
Worried residents have called for speed bumps to be installed on a busy road in Wednesbury after a serious collision.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 18:34:10 +0000
Paradise public spaces set for approval
Plans for public spaces around Birmingham’s Paradise development – including a new square and routes through the landmark buildings – are set for approval.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 09:40:13 +0000
Storm Eunice: Schools shut, travel disrupted and attractions closed due to heavy winds
Schools were shut, theatre performances were cancelled and people were urged not to travel in the harsh conditions as Storm Eunice descended on the region.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 09:47:13 +0000
Storm Eunice as it happened as region was battered by 70mph winds
Storm Eunice hit the West Midlands on Friday bringing winds of up to 70mph to the region.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 17:26:11 +0000
Secondary school place confirmation day approaching in Dudley borough
Parents in Dudley borough have been told secondary school decision emails will be sent early next month.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 17:46:18 +0000
Wool needed to create toy versions of Truffles the therapy dog
A West Midlands Police therapy dog is now being being recreated as a woolly toy for children in the Black Country.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 17:49:18 +0000
BAME communities encouraged to take part in project to make care culturally aware
People from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities are being encouraged to take part in a community project to help make sure care is culturally aware.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 14:08:12 +0000
Three out of five West Midlands Police officers 'dealing with low morale'
More than three out of five police officers in the West Midlands say their morale is low amid issues over pay and conditions, according to a new report.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:51:33 +0000
Elderly victims targeted as distraction thieves strike twice in an hour in Walsall
Police are hunting two distraction burglars after two pensioners were targeted in Walsall on the same morning.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 17:08:38 +0000
£11,000 of laughing gas stolen from lorry at M6 service station
More than £10,000 worth of laughing gas was stolen from a lorry parked at a service station on the M6.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:49:18 +0000
Six further Covid deaths confirmed in the region’s hospitals
A further six deaths from Covid have been confirmed in the region’s hospitals, official NHS figures show.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:55:22 +0000
Wednesbury hairdresser wins battle with council to keep home salon open
A hairdresser with over 22 years of experience has won a planning application to keep her business open, despite the council wishing to close it down over policy reasons.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:24:22 +0000
Batteries, chainsaw and £10,000 of shotgun cartridges stolen in country club raids
Almost £10,000 worth of shotgun cartridges have been stolen in a spate of burglaries at country clubs across Staffordshire.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 14:34:09 +0000
Hundreds oppose plans for Wheels site over fears of demolition
More than 500 people have objected to plans to clear the Birmingham Wheels site of invasive Japanese knotweed due to fears for its future.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:32:13 +0000
8,000 city street lights not working properly
Some 8,000 street lights across Birmingham are not working properly – but the council does not know which ones, it is claimed.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:37:12 +0000
Covid cases ‘could rise rapidly as isolation ends’
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is to set out his plan for living with Covid on Monday.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:16:09 +0000
Town swimming pool finally set to reopen two years on from first Covid lockdown
Swimmers will finally be able to return to a town pool later this month – almost two years after it was last open.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 09:22:06 +0000
Dudley park tree planting to mark Queen’s jubilee
Trees are being planted at a Dudley park as part of celebrations to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:06:13 +0000
Councillors say 'threatening' letter was sent to 'blackmail' them for planning permission
A “threatening” email was sent to Sandwell council over plans to build two bungalows with councillors claiming it amounted to “blackmail” – and forcing them to approve the scheme.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:02:00 +0000
Calls for better bike lanes as West Midlands Cycle Hire scheme falls flat in Dudley
The West Midlands bike-hire scheme appears to be falling flat in the Black Country, new figures show.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 14:46:18 +0000
Sean Coughlan: Paedophile ex-Walsall Council leader admits child sex offences
Former Walsall Council leader Sean Coughlan has pleaded guilty to two child sex offences.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 14:40:11 +0000
Tax to rise 1.95 per cent as council approves budget
Transformation of Cannock town centre – and the removal of a long-standing “eyesore” have been welcomed by district councillors as they approved their latest budget.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 14:19:06 +0000
Drive to get more women to take up cervical screenings
The NHS is encouraging women in the West Midlands not to miss their cervical screening appointments after data revealed around one in three do not take up the offer.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 09:10:14 +0000
Lynn's gearing up for 350-mile charity trek in memory of partner
A woman who lost her partner to motor neurone disease has set up a 350-mile walking challenge to raise funds for research.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:26:09 +0000
West Midlands Police 'horrified' at Met officers' behaviour - chief constable
The behaviour of some officers in London has left police in the West Midlands horrified, the region's most senior police chief has said.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 13:57:48 +0000
Lucky escape for Halesowen trading estate workers as Storm Eunice blows wall onto buildings
Workers at a Black Country trading estate had a lucky escape after a wall blew down onto the buildings they were working in.

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 12:22:24 +0000
Lichfield restaurant Upstairs wins Staffordshire's first Michelin star four months after opening
A Staffordshire restaurant has secured the county's only Michelin star - despite opening just four months ago.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 13:57:30 +0000
MasterChef moving to Birmingham as BBC pledges to create more Midland jobs
Birmingham will become the home to MasterChef as BBC bosses have promised the city will become the “home to the future of the BBC”.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:32:11 +0000
Star Wars fans set to descend on Lichfield for auction of toys and rarities
Plans have been revealed for a special Star Wars auction taking place in Lichfield next month.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 11:46:19 +0000
Staffordshire biscuit factory saved from closure
A Staffordshire biscuit factory that had been facing closure has been saved.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:04:28 +0000
Wolves fans in Billy Wright pub delighted to see England internationals at Molineux
Football fans have spoken of their delight that England's men's squad will be playing Italy and Hungary at Molineux Stadium.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:04:30 +0000
England's Molineux matches set to boost economy and 'put city on map'
Plans for Molineux to host the England men's team this summer will be another boost for the local economy, city leaders said today.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:50:22 +0000
M6 Junction 10 closure postponed for a week
A planned closure of Junction 10 on the M6 has been postponed until next Saturday as tomorrow's work is "no longer required".

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:00:10 +0000
Dozens of firefighters tackle blaze at Tipton foundry
Dozens of firefighters have been battling a fire at a foundry in the Black Country.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 11:03:09 +0000
Boy, 13, arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after 14-year-old stabbed
A 13-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after another teenager was stabbed in Birmingham.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:21:10 +0000
Alleged killer denies murdering pensioner in attack outside Stafford hospital
A 32-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to murder following an alleged assault outside a hospital.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:55:10 +0000
350-home plan for former factory site opposed over wildlife concerns
Plans for 350 new homes on land at a former car factory are being opposed over the potential impact on wildlife.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 11:47:16 +0000
Oldbury road shut near Birchfield Island after building damaged
A major road was closed in the Black Country after a nearby building was damaged amid heavy gusts from Storm Eunice.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:24:17 +0000
Harry Redknapp show in Wolverhampton postponed due to Storm Eunice
Theatre shows across the region have been cancelled due to Storm Eunice – including an event in Wolverhampton featuring Harry Redknapp.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 18:21:17 +0000
England fan who turned down Euro 2020 tickets to donate stem cells wins national award
An England fan who turned down tickets to the Euro 2020 semi-final so he could donate stem cells has won a national charity award.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:36:12 +0000
Council moves some school services back in-house from company it created
A council is to bring some school services back in-house after contracting them to a company it jointly created.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:27:13 +0000
Kidderminster company donates to firefighter charity after huge industrial blaze
A company has made a significant donation to the Fire Fighters Charity to show its gratitude for the work carried out by crews at the scene of a major fire in Kidderminster.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 22:44:08 +0000
Peaky Blinders : First trailer released for new dance production
The first trailer has been released for the new modern dance production of Peaky Blinders, filmed at the Black Country Living Museum.

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 15:48:13 +0000
Teenager's teeth knocked out in attack by knife-wielding thug
A 17-year-old boy had several of his teeth knocked out during an assault and attempted robbery in Wolverhampton.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 11:36:13 +0000
Fly-tipping taskforce pilot starts up in Sandwell
A fly-tipping taskforce has been set up to weed out overgrown and rubbish-strewn patches of land blighting the Black Country.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:01:07 +0000
Storm Eunice wreaks havoc with transport networks
Train operators across Britain urged passengers to avoid travelling on Friday as an emergency 50mph speed restriction is in place in many areas.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 10:32:10 +0000
Newsagent spreads the love by handing out rose bouquets to community members
A newsagents has given away five bouquets of roses to members of their community who they believed deserved a reward.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Midwife Lucy to run London Marathon for Epilepsy Society
A midwife diagnosed with epilepsy will be running in the London Marathon in a bid to raise thousands of pounds for a charity which supports patients and their families.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 09:07:14 +0000
Don't travel warning issued after Storm Dudley damages Wolverhampton railway station
Train passengers have been warned not to travel on Friday when Storm Eunice hits the region - after Storm Dudley felled trees and caused travel disruption across the Black Country and Staffordshire.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 10:20:10 +0000
Thousands of roles available to be part of Commonwealth Games
A recruitment drive has started to urge people to take up thousands of Commonwealth Games job opportunities.



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