Jun
2007
Articles from 8th Jun 2007
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Rapper Norma's sure Got Talent!
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
GRANNIE rapper Norma Clarke is set to take Britain by storm. Read
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Cabbie attacked by rioting mob, court told
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
A TAXI driver was pelted with bricks and robbed by a mob who had surrounded his car during rioting in Lozells, Birmingham Crown Court heard. Read
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Final goodbye to Iraq hero
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
A COMMUNITY came to a standstill as it honoured a "remarkable" Birmingham soldier who died in Iraq. Read
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It's a fair cop for the Irish rose!
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
AT work she's a bobby on the beat, but out of uniform Aimee-Louise Porch has made history as the city's first police officer to reach the finals of a prestigious festival honouring Ireland's heritage. Read
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Brothers' plea to stay in their home
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
TWO brothers are being threatened with eviction after more than 50 years, just weeks after their father's death. Read
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I'll never forget my band of brothers
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
FOR a man who has stared death in the face more times than he can remember, Abe 'Ricky' Recardo remains philosophical about life. Read
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Children learn about plight of refugees
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
REFUGEES from war-torn Iraq and Africa visited hundreds of Birmingham school children to tell them about their dangerous journey to the West Midlands from their home countries. Read
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Band's visit rocks young patients
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
A CITY hospital worker hit the right notes when his band performed a gig for poorly youngsters Read
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Colourful pageant to honour VC heroes
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
MORE than 1,000 people are expected to turn out to honour soldiers awarded the highest military award for bravery under fire at the first event of its kind in the Midlands. Read
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Faster production is Russian along at LDV!
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
REBORN Birmingham van maker LDV is doubling production less than a year after massive losses threatened its future. Read
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Man dies after car crashes into wall
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
A MAN was killed and two others were injured in a car crash in Birmingham today. Read
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Funeral of murdered pensioner
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
THE heartbroken family of a murdered pensioner finally bid farewell to him at his funeral. Read
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Biker dies in freak accident
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
A MAN died after his motorcycle was in a freak accident with a car in the Black Country. Read
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Firefighters lead family to safety
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
A FAMILY of three was evacuated from their Walsall home today after the derelict house next door was set ablaze by arsonists. Read
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DNA traps rapist 17 years on
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
A RAPIST who attacked a woman in Birmingham almost 17 years ago has finally been convicted thanks to new scientific techniques. Read
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MG Rover owes £1.3 billion
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
MORE than 2,000 creditors face years chasing a £1.3 billion trail of debts from the financial wreckage of MG Rover, it was revealed today. Read
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Bosses' post strike fury
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
BoWEST Midlands business leaders today condemned a proposed postal strike which could close down struggling small firms. Read
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In a theatre not so very far away...
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
THE dreaded stormtroopers from the classic Star Wars films descended on Birmingham to bring back memories of the famous sci-fi trilogy. Read
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Airport the 'Achilles heel of security'
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM International Airport was today branded the "Achilles heel" of aviation safety and threatened with Government intervention over a series of security lapses. Read
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Family's tribute to shot soldier
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
A BRITISH soldier from a Midland regiment killed in action in Afghanistan has been named by the Ministry of Defence. Read
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Hopes high for TV star Hannah
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
SHE may have starred in a top TV show, but Hannah Yarnall is still happiest in the company of her school friends and helping to raise awareness of Down's Syndrome. Read
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Mum jailed for stealing £100,000
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
A SENIOR cashier at a building society in Birmingham who siphoned off almost £100,000 from customers' accounts was today starting an 18-month jail sentence. Read
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Court hears of terror of riot police
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
A POLICE officer has described his terror at being confronted by a violent mob of around 100 launching wave after wave of missiles during rioting in Lozells. Read
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Farewell to an Afghanistan hero
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
ARMY comrades, family and friends were united in grief for the funeral of a brave Black Country soldier killed in Afghanistan. Read
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Naked groom freed from jail in time for wedding
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
A MIDLAND bridegroom who ended up in a Slovakian jail after a naked stag weekend stunt, will be able to get married as planned after he was released early. Read
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Art gallery signs banned
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
CONTROVERSIAL plans to festoon Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery with "garish" signs and banners have been thrown out by councillors. Read
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Beach babes spoilt for choice
Jun 08 2007 | Top Stories
BRUMMIES will be spoilt for choice if they want to sun themselves on a beach this summer without having to get in their cars and head down the motorway. Read
