Sep
2008
Articles from 26th Sep 2008
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Son of Led Zeppelin legend John Bonham to sell house
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
A SLICE of rock and roll lifestyle is up for grabs – complete with a cool £1.3 million price tag. Read
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Rise in police complaints
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
CASES of complaints against police patrolling the West Midlands rose by five per cent last year, a new report has revealed. Read
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Birmingham to feature in Captain Britain comic
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
COMIC superheroes are well known for tearing up the landmarks of New York and Washington DC. Read
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Victim of Hagley Road crash was convicted hit-and-run driver
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM man who died in a car crash was a convicted hit-and-run driver who left a man for dead after ploughing into him on a pedestrian crossing. Read
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Lapdancing venue Rocket Club invites feminists
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
A LAP-dancing club owner is to offer feminists planning a protest against his Birmingham business a warm welcome with sandwiches and champagne - served up by his staff in skimpy police uniforms. Read
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Artwork raises cash for Macmillan Cancer Support
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
JOHN Gordon’s face was a picture when he unlocked a treasure trove of posters, prints and paintings. Read
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Schools launch blitz on knives
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
HAND-held scanners are to be used by schools in Sandwell to crack down on children carrying knives, it was announced today. Read
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Mail reader can name police dog
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
THIS cute crimefighter is having an identity crisis – he has no name. Read
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Walsall FC in Birmingham City storm
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
BLUES may be taken to court by their smaller neighbours Walsall FC following an apparent leak of Saddlers’ fans personal details. Read
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Victim of Hagley Road crash was convicted hit-and-run driver
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM man who died in a car crash was a convicted hit-and-run driver who left a man for dead after ploughing into him on a pedestrian crossing. Read
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Land Rover to axe night shift
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
LAND Rover is axeing the night shift at its Solihull factory affecting nearly 1,000 workers, it was revealed today. Read
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Man killed in Hagley Road crash was convicted hit-and-run driver
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM man who died in a car crash was a convicted hit-and-run driver who left a man for dead after ploughing into him on a pedestrian crossing. Read
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Sex pest on Brum train
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
AN IRAQI has been ordered to register as a sex offender after grabbing the hand of a woman and kissing it. Read
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Walsall FC in Birmingham City storm
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
BLUES may be taken to court by their smaller neighbours Walsall FC following an apparent leak of Saddlers’ fans personal details. Read
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Four year old walks out of Sutton Coldfield school
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
URGENT safety measures are being introduced at a Birmingham primary school after a four-year-old boy managed to walk out of the gates unnoticed. Read
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Public free to quiz Tory leader
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
VOTERS in Birmingham will have a chance to debate with Tory leader David Cameron during his party’s conference.In a bid to engage the wider public, the Conservatives are urging Brummies to join them for two “break-out” debates at the Repertory Theatre in Centenary Square. Read
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Mail reader can name police dog
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
THIS cute crimefighter is having an identity crisis – he has no name. Now police are appealing to Birmingham Mail readers to come up with a moniker for this cuddly canine cadet. Read
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Fury over Moseley tram depot
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
PLANNING officials have been slammed for allowing a developer to flout conservation orders to gut a historic tram depot. Read
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Campaigner Gleen Reid organises city memorial service
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
A MOTHER who has put Birmingham in the spotlight for her tireless campaign to stamp out gun and knife crime is continuing her fight by organising a memorial service for peace in the city. Read
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Reprieve for Friends' Institute in Balsall Heath
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
A POPULAR Birmingham community centre which faced closure has been granted an 18-month reprieve, thanks to campaigners. Read
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Kelly Rowland performs at Selfridges birthday party
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
SELFRIDGES celebrated five fantastic years in Birmingham with a glittering, star-studded party. Read
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Jump threat causes chaos in Birmingham city centre
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
A MAN caused traffic chaos when he threatened to jump from a Birmingham road bridge – for the second night running. Read
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Freedom Parade for soldiers
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
THE streets of Birmingham city centre fell respectfully silent as crowds descended on Victoria Square to witness a special civic and military reception. Read
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Robert Plant agrees to join Led Zeppelin for tour
Sep 26 2008 | Top Stories
ROCK legends Led Zeppelin are finally set to embark on a reunion tour after West Bromwich-born lead singer Robert Plant caved in and agreed to join the rest of the band, it was reported today. Read
