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2008
Articles from 30th Jun 2008
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Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill hits back at Gareth Barry
Jun 30 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
ASTON Villa boss Martin O’Neill has hit back in his row with want-away midfielder Gareth Barry and told him he is free to join Liverpool – for the right price. Read
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Zat Knight: Aston Villa deserve to be in Europe
Jun 30 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
ASTON Villa defender Zat Knight has got Europe on his mind again and admits: We deserve to get there. Read
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Mauro Zarate will be 'the next Messi', says Lazio chief
Jun 30 2008 | Birmingham City News
LAZIO president Claudio Lotito has revealed a £20 million deal for Blues loanee Mauro Zarate is almost sealed and believes the striker will be "better than Lionel Messi". Read
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Birmingham City pair can make a fresh start, says Alex McLeish
Jun 30 2008 | Birmingham City News
BIRMINGHAM City boss Alex McLeish today told Garry O’Connor and Cameron Jerome: Don’t look back in anger. Read
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Daniel de Ridder looks set for Birmingham City exit
Jun 30 2008 | Birmingham City News
UNSETTLED Birmingham City winger Daniel de Ridder is interesting clubs from the Premier League and mainland Europe. Read
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West Bromwich Albion still seeking shirt sponsor
Jun 30 2008 | West Brom News
WEST Bromwich Albion are still in negotiations for a new club sponsor. Read
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Five star display from Simon Jones for Worcestershire
Jun 30 2008 | Worcestershire CCC
SIMON Jones continued his bid to catch the eye of the England selectors again with another five-wicket haul as Worcestershire dominated the first day of the Championship Division Two match against Leicestershire at Grace Road. Read
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Birmingham District Premier - Barnt Green back on top
Jun 30 2008 | Club Cricket
DOUGIE Brown will never bowl a better ball than the one that dismissed Leamington Spa’s David Hawkes. Read
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Kyle Legault set for a welcome return
Jun 30 2008 | Birmingham Speedway
KYLE Legault will be back in Birmingham’s team for Wednesday’s Premier League showdown with King’s Lynn. Read
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David Jones: I'll get goals for Wolves
Jun 30 2008 | Wolves FC News
DAVID Jones has pledged to score his share of goals and create others next season as he linked up with his new Wolves colleagues for the first time today. Read
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Desmond Kelly Gala Night, Birmingham Hippodrome
Jun 30 2008 | Theatre in Birmingham
THIS evening organised for retiring Birmingham Royal Ballet assistant director Desmond Kelly was, to put it simply, just wonderful. Read
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Plantaholic Dave shows off his little Brum rainforest
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
A LITTLE oasis of jungle greenery, pineapple and banana plants has been lovingly created in the heart of Birmingham. Read
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Brum’s best curries for kids from West Country
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
WIDE-eyed children from a village in Cornwall swapped pasties for pakoras during a school twinning visit with a difference. Read
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Model Erin O’Connor to join day in girl’s memory
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
MIDLAND supermodel Erin O’Connor will join family and friends on Friday for a touching memorial day in honour of a schoolgirl who died from cancer. Read
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Hit-and-run driver jailed for 8 years
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
A HIT-and-run driver was jailed for eight years this afternoon for mowing down a young Midland mum on Mother’s Day. Read
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Two face murder charges
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
TWO men being sought by police after the fatal shooting of a young father at a Black Country pub were appearing in court today on charges of murder - after being arrested 100 miles away. Read
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Toolmaker to retire after 50 years
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM toolmaker Ernie Condley is to retire after 50 years at the same factory and confessed: “I’ve never really enjoyed it.” Read
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Birmingham bingo caller named runner up
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM bingo caller who took up the job by accident has been named runner-up in a competition to find the best caller in the UK. Read
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Police set off on two-day charity bike ride
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
BIKING bobbies set off from the city’s Chinatown on a two-day charity ride to London to raise cash for the victims of the earthquake that devastated parts of China in May. Read
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Memorial for cop stabbed to death
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
THE bravery of a Birmingham police officer stabbed to death in the line of duty was marked today as a memorial was unveiled at the spot where he died. Read
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Young people recognised in police awards ceremony
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
HEROIC young people from Redditch, Bromsgrove and Droitwich have been recognised for their outstanding community spirit in a police awards ceremony. Read
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Former pupils mark 100th birthday of Edgbaston school
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
SOME travelled only a few miles and some from the other side of the world for a very special party. Read
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Boost for County Air Ambulance
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
A VITAL life-saving helicopter service has been given a much needed boost to meet spiralling fuel costs. Read
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Heart care machines at Solihull surgeries
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
A PIONEER scheme to cut heart attack deaths will see life-saving equipment provided to GP and dental surgeries. Read
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Water supply hit as main pipes burst
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
THOUSANDS of homes and businesses in Birmingham were today left without water after two of the city’s main supply pipes burst overnight. Read
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Drama as man trapped in a bin lorry
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
A MAN narrowly escaped being crushed to death in a Birmingham bin lorry today - after falling asleep in a rubbish skip. Read
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£25k fine for death of OAP
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
A HEALTH trust has been fined £25,000 after a “vulnerable” pensioner died in a scalding bath at a respite centre for the mentally ill in Birmingham. Read
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Aldi brings 200 jobs as stores boom
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
GERMAN discount supermarket Aldi announced today it is creating 200 new jobs across the Midlands – as thousands of the region’s shoppers flock to cut-price chains to stave off rocketing food prices. Read
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Peeping Tom spied on girl in bedroom
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
A NEIGHBOUR who bored holes in a ceiling to spy on a teenage girl in her bedroom was today given his marching orders. Read
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Woodland comes alive for Zutons
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
SURROUNDED by glorious age-old trees, Zutons singer David McCabe reprimanded the crowd for wasting paper as the fifth toilet paper roll came streaming on to the stage. Read
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The Charlatans on top form
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
IF The Charlatans felt aggrieved at not being invited to this year’s Glastonbury despite returning to top form with their latest album, then they delivered the perfect riposte . Read
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Status Quo play Cannock Chase Forest
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
A REVIEW of the gig by Status Quo at Cannock Chase Forest Read
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Prince Charles pays tribute to military sacrifices
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
THE Prince of Wales joined the families of British servicemen and women killed on duty last year for the first of what is set to become an annual commemoration for the Armed Forces. Read
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MP joins fight on Post Office axe threat
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM MP John Hemming says the Government should “call an immediate halt” to the “big mistake” of closing Second City post offices. Read
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Annual Dragon Boat Race held in Brindleyplace
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
BANKERS, lawyers and accountants battled it out on Birmingham’s canals at the city’s annual charity Chinese Dragon Boat Race in Brindleyplace. Read
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Farewell to Castle Vale estate heroine
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
CASTLE VALE locals were today bidding a sad farewell to a hard working community leader who has transformed their neighbourhood. Read
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Education appeal for brain-damaged youngster
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
RELATIVES of a Birmingham brain-damaged youngster who was refused council funding for her only hope of developing properly at a specialist school today urged people to help make her education dream come true. Read
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Children shine with transformation to teaching area
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
CHILDREN at a Birmingham primary school have an added incentive to learn, after a previously plain patch of grass was transformed into a mini-woodland delight. Read
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D-Day in bid over gangs order ban
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
CITY “gangbusters” were today waiting to hear if their appeal to overturn a legal ban that stopped them using injunctions to tackle gangs and gun crime has been successful. Read
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Midland Fertility Services celebrates 21st anniversary
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
TWINS Ben and Kira Tonks were among hundreds of children who joined in a bumper birthday party to celebrate 21 years of Midland Fertility Services. Read
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Midland landmark blown up
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
A FAMOUS Midland landmark disappeared from the skyline for ever - in just three seconds. Read
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The Public arts centre opens
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
THOUSANDS of people converged on West Bromwich’s £54 million interactive arts centre as the wraps finally came off. Read
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Thousands flock to Sutton Coldfield Carnival
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
THOUSANDS of people flocked for a free three-day summer bonanza at the Sutton Coldfield Carnival. Read
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Murray Walker honoured in Walk of Stars
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM-born Formula One legend Murray Walker said it was “beyond his wildest dreams” to have his name added to the Broad Street’s Walk of Stars. Read
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Running paramedic Ray Edensor gets honorary degree
Jun 30 2008 | Top Stories
MARATHON running Paramedic Ray Edensor has been bestowed an honorary degree by Staffordshire University. Read
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You'll Love
Jun 30 2008 | Birmingham Shopping News
New from Bourjois is Ombre Stretch eyeshadow (£5.95) in a choice of eight shades. Its nylon microspheres aim to ensure easy blending across the colours. Read
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We Love
Jun 30 2008 | Birmingham Shopping News
Ms Manicure's new Stylfile's curve follows the shape of the nail. Find it for £2.99 at Boots. Read
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Treat Yourself
Jun 30 2008 | Birmingham Shopping News
Head over to Clinique counters for a one-to-one skin consultation. In a promotion available until July 17 customers buying two skincare products can receive a Concern Kit to help them tackle problems identified with dryness, dullness, lines, pores and blemishes. Read
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Putting stools in the driving seat
Jun 30 2008 | Birmingham Shopping News
STOOLS used to be dull, utility items relegated to kitchens and school science labs, but now they've been given a makeover and are a must-have in stylish homes this summer. Read
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In the market for a clutch of gongs
Jun 30 2008 | Birmingham Shopping News
IT has been a favourite shopping destination for Brummie's for more than 800 years and welcomes more than six million people visitors every year. Read
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Easy, hot styles for summer
Jun 30 2008 | Birmingham Shopping News
WANT the latest summer hair trends? We asked Midlands hair stylist Lisa Shepherd, who is currently appearing on the new series of the television show 10 Years Younger, for some top tips on the latest looks. Read
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Cover up with a maxi dress
Jun 30 2008 | Birmingham Shopping News
LOOKING for the perfect fashion solution for wobbly tummy, pale legs and knobbly knees? Read
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Budget v Blow It
Jun 30 2008 | Birmingham Shopping News
BUDGET Read
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The World's Greatest No.1 Hits, Town Hall, Birmingham
Jun 30 2008 | Gig Reviews
TWO hours of chart-topping hits, featuring over 30 songs, and performed by a talented company of around 80 performers, all added up to a most enjoyable evening. Read
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Testing time for Warwickshire as Gloucestershire put up a fight
Jun 30 2008 | Warwickshire CCC
WARWICKSHIRE found the going tough at Edgbaston yesterday when championship cricket returned after a three-week break. Read
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Darren Maddy set to return for Warwickshire
Jun 30 2008 | Warwickshire CCC
WARWICKSHIRE’S hopes of lifting the Twenty20 Cup for the first time were boosted today by news that Darren Maddy will return for their quarter-final against Kent on July 9. Read
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Street Style
Jun 30 2008 | Street Style
Martin Strafford, 26, new business manager, Great Barr. Read
