Jul
2007
Articles from 6th Jul 2007
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Villa midfielder in immigration probe
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
A VILLA footballer was held by immigration officials as they investigated whether he had an illegal immigrant in his car, it was reported today. Read
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Swimmers demand pool improvements
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
DISMAYED young swimmers today issued Birmingham's leisure boss with an urgent SOS - sort out our swimming pools. Read
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School worker admits stealing cash
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
A FORMER assistant bursar at a private school in Solihull stole thousands of pounds which she had been handed by parents over a two-year period, a court heard. Read
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Ozzy was always a naughty boy!
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
SHE'S the woman who used to wipe Ozzy Osbourne's bottom, bathe him and be like a second mum. Read
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On patrol with the smoking police
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
THEY are the new sheriffs in town. Employed by Birmingham City Council, enforcement officers are visiting pubs, clubs, restaurants and shops to make sure Brummies comply with the new anti-smoking laws. Read
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Minister warns council over mayor vote
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
THE Government has warned Birmingham City Council that it will not be allowed to block a referendum on an elected mayor. Read
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Joyriders crash into city flat
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
POLICE launched an investigation today after suspected joy riders smashed a car into the living room of a Birmingham home. Read
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Four evacuated after fire at flats
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
FOUR people had to be evacuated from their homes after arsonists sparked a fire at a Birmingham block of flats. Read
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Clamour to get married on 'lucky' day
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
COUPLES in Solihull have been clamouring to tie the knot tomorrow to ensure their wedding is especially lucky. Read
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Botanical boss hangs up his trowel
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
THE man who helped reshape Birmingham's Botanical Gardens into one of the city's most precious oases has finally downed his trowel after 20 years on the green front line. Read
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Billionaire signs 'tagger' for £100,000
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
A FORMER gangster who turned to graffiti to escape guns and violence on the streets of the West Midlands was today completing a rags to riches fairytale. Read
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Artists in tribute to legend Melly
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
THE 23rd Birmingham International Jazz Festival kicked off today with musicians pledging to celebrate the memory of flamboyant singer George Melly. Read
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A new Prince Of Darkness on the block
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
THE Prince Of Darkness should be feeling a little paranoid as there is a new Ozzy Osbourne in town. Read
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Leaders unite on New Street revamp
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
TORY leader David Cameron is to press the Government to fast-track the redevelopment of New Street Station. Read
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Web hope in hunt for drug dealer
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
A MAN wanted for questioning about drugs offences has become the latest to appear on a website of Birmingham's Most Wanted. Read
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Traffic warning ahead of biker rally
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
MOTORISTS are being advised to give the A38 Bristol Road in Birmingham a wide berth tomorrow because of a huge motorbike rally. Read
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'Suicidal' Somalian jailed for rail stunt
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
A "DESTITUTE and desperate" Somalian man lay down in front of a train at Solihull railway station to take his own life after his asylum application was rejected, a court heard. Read
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New Brum air link to Newquay
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
WHOOSH, a scheduled airline which launched flights from Birmingham to Dundee in May, has announced a new low cost route. Read
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Mud forces rapping gran to miss carnival
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
GRANNY rapper Norma Clarke has fallen victim to the stormy weather. Read
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Man hit daughter's head against a wall
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
A MAN who assaulted his daughter after a family row has been given a 12-month jail sentence suspended for two years. Read
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City youngsters meet princes at concert
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
AILING Birmingham children were given a right royal tonic with an invite from the two princes to experience the run-up to the Diana memorial concert. Read
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Burst water pipe forces pubs to close
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
PUB bosses were left counting the cost when a burst water pipe forced them to close for six hours. Read
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Crowds say a final farewell to Wolves ace
Jul 06 2007 | Top Stories
HUNDREDS of mourners gathered to pay their final respects to Northern Ireland and Wolves legend Derek Dougan. Read
