http://www.birminghammail.net/authors/ Authors en-gb Birmingham Mail no Authors Authors http://www.birminghammail.net/news/top-stories/2009/11/20/tenants-urged-to-use-vote-in-board-elections-97319-25209729/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/top-stories/2009/11/20/tenants-urged-to-use-vote-in-board-elections-97319-25209729/ THOUSANDS of Midland housing tenants are being urged to vote in board elections. Top Stories http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/20/jaguar-workers-towpath-cycle-to-wales-raises-6-500-for-cancer-research-97319-25209807/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/20/jaguar-workers-towpath-cycle-to-wales-raises-6-500-for-cancer-research-97319-25209807/ STAFF at Jaguar Land Rover have raised thousands of pounds for charity – trebling their original fundraising target. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/19/harry-potter-star-to-appear-at-memorabilia-show-in-birmingham-s-nec-97319-25201106/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/19/harry-potter-star-to-appear-at-memorabilia-show-in-birmingham-s-nec-97319-25201106/ HARRY Potter star Tom Felton is bringing the magic to Birmingham. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/18/man-s-lucky-escape-after-overturned-van-lands-on-his-parked-car-in-handsworth-97319-25196258/ Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/18/man-s-lucky-escape-after-overturned-van-lands-on-his-parked-car-in-handsworth-97319-25196258/ A SALES rep had a lucky escape when a van flipped over and landed on his parked car in Birmingham. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/travel-news/holidays-abroad/2009/11/18/travel-soll-has-snow-much-to-offer-97319-25195390/ Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:31:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/travel-news/holidays-abroad/2009/11/18/travel-soll-has-snow-much-to-offer-97319-25195390/ THE holiday got off to a great start as we landed, the blue-white mountains shining brightly beyond the airport, hushing the planeload of skiers, boarders and walkers in awe and anticipation. Holidays Abroad http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/13/midlands-santa-runs-to-raise-cash-for-charities-97319-25155200/ Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/13/midlands-santa-runs-to-raise-cash-for-charities-97319-25155200/ A GROUP of fleet-footed Father Christmases are stepping into the festive spirit by signing up to take part in a Santas on the Run event. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/10/birmingham-abattoir-fined-over-effluent-97319-25132062/ Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/10/birmingham-abattoir-fined-over-effluent-97319-25132062/ A SLAUGHTERHOUSE in Birmingham has been fined £6,000 for breaching levels of liquid waste allowed to run into drains. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/09/families-flee-blaze-at-walkers-heath-flats-97319-25124075/ Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:59:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/09/families-flee-blaze-at-walkers-heath-flats-97319-25124075/ TWENTY-four people were evacuated from their homes following an arson attack on a block of flats in Birmingham. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/09/kids-having-a-ball-with-rugby-heroes-97319-25124265/ Mon, 09 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/09/kids-having-a-ball-with-rugby-heroes-97319-25124265/ A HOST of international rugby stars made a special visit to Sutton Coldfield to give young aspiring players a skills masterclass. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/09/review-backstreet-boys-at-lg-arena-97319-25123479/ Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/09/review-backstreet-boys-at-lg-arena-97319-25123479/ IT was a predictable start but an impressive one. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/06/praise-for-residents-of-stechford-glebe-farm-estate-who-took-on-the-bullies-and-won-97319-25105810/ Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/06/praise-for-residents-of-stechford-glebe-farm-estate-who-took-on-the-bullies-and-won-97319-25105810/ RESIDENTS of a troubled Birmingham estate who joined together to unite against hooligans and gangs are helping to raise awareness of antisocial behaviour orders. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/06/catholic-leader-praises-birmingham-s-role-as-multi-faith-city-97319-25106409/ Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/06/catholic-leader-praises-birmingham-s-role-as-multi-faith-city-97319-25106409/ BIRMINGHAM is leading the way in the creation of a vibrant multi-faith city, according to the Most Rev Vincent Nichols, the head of the Catholic Church in England and Wales. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/03/mail-reporter-christina-savvas-swaps-high-heels-for-two-wheels-97319-25079805/ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/03/mail-reporter-christina-savvas-swaps-high-heels-for-two-wheels-97319-25079805/ WHEN I announced to friends and family that I would be taking compulsory basic training, I was met with a sea of blank faces. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/03/mail-reporter-christina-savvas-swaps-high-heels-for-two-wheels-97319-25073361/ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/03/mail-reporter-christina-savvas-swaps-high-heels-for-two-wheels-97319-25073361/ WHEN I announced to friends and family that I would be taking compulsory basic training, I was met with a sea of blank faces. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/02/new-hope-for-cerys-edwards-campaign-97319-25071160/ Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/11/02/new-hope-for-cerys-edwards-campaign-97319-25071160/ JACK Straw has promised to review the plight of Cerys Edwards, giving hope to her family who are campaigning for tougher sentences for dangerous drivers. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/10/30/ladywood-mum-plans-120-mile-fundraiser-after-help-to-turn-her-life-around-97319-25046811/ Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/10/30/ladywood-mum-plans-120-mile-fundraiser-after-help-to-turn-her-life-around-97319-25046811/ A MUM of two who was denied child access because she couldn’t afford to make a proper home for visits, has turned her life around, thanks to a charity which she is now hoping to raise funds for. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/10/27/black-football-manager-from-birmingham-to-be-honoured-at-wembley-ceremony-97319-25018563/ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/10/27/black-football-manager-from-birmingham-to-be-honoured-at-wembley-ceremony-97319-25018563/ A FOOTBALL manager who received an MBE for services to the community has been invited by the FA to an awards ceremony at Wembley to celebrate the most influential black people in the sport. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/10/27/oap-recalls-how-birmingham-mail-helped-him-63-years-ago-97319-25018546/ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/10/27/oap-recalls-how-birmingham-mail-helped-him-63-years-ago-97319-25018546/ “I REMEMBER queuing up to get my boots and it was a wonderful feeling” – one pensioner recalls a childhood memory of receiving his boots from the Birmingham Mail’s Charity – known then as The Christmas Tree Fund. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/10/27/top-chef-cooks-up-a-healthy-treat-for-midland-nursery-kids-97319-25024383/ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/10/27/top-chef-cooks-up-a-healthy-treat-for-midland-nursery-kids-97319-25024383/ CHILDREN at a Solihull nursery were given a tasty treat when Michelin-starred chef Glynn Purnell stopped by for a special masterclass. Birmingham News http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/10/27/top-chef-cooks-up-a-healthy-treat-for-midland-nursery-kids-97319-25023803/ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/news/birmingham-news/2009/10/27/top-chef-cooks-up-a-healthy-treat-for-midland-nursery-kids-97319-25023803/ CHILDREN at a Solihull nursery were given a tasty treat when Michelin-starred chef Glynn Purnell stopped by for a special masterclass. Birmingham News