Jan
2009
Articles from 29th Jan 2009
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Halesowen sailor inquest 'unfair' say parents
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
THE parents of a Midland sailor killed when an oxygen generator exploded on board a nuclear submarine accused the Government today of denying them fair legal representation at his inquest. Read
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TENS of thousands of car workers’ jobs will be lost unless the Government comes up with an “immediate” cash injection, the UK’s most powerful union official warned today.
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
Tony Woodley, joint leader of Unite, said the car sector needed much more than the £2.3 billion package announced by Business Secretary Lord Mandelson earlier this week. Read
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BIRMINGHAM drivers were caught up in delays when a bus collided with a pensioner during rush hour traffic today.
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
It happened on Chester Road, near the Spitfire Island, Castle Vale, at around 8am. Read
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People questioned about The Public say it is a 'waste of money'
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
“A WASTE of money.” Read
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A MIDLAND plastic surgeon described as a “world leader in his field” carried out a string of sex attacks on teenage boys undergoing treatment, Wolverhampton Crown Court heard.
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
Aivar Bracka, of Balmoral Road, Wordsley, indecently assaulted five victims who had gone to him seeking treatment for their problems, alleged prosecutor Michael Duck. Read
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Arts Council alter their support for The Public gallery
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
A SENIOR Sandwell Councillor today insisted controversial £60 million arts centre The Public had a viable future, even though The Arts Council has withdrawn support. Read
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Castle Vale teenager going on Lapland trek in aid of Solihull hospice
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
A YEAR ago Rachael Bennett was in hospital fighting for her life and struggling to come to terms with her grandmother being diagnosed with cancer. Read
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Boots takes over Dollond & Aitchison
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM opticians chain Dollond and Aitchison will be swallowed by Boots – including its long-established Aston headquarters. Read
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Halesowen sailor inquest 'unfair' say parents
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
THE parents of a Midland sailor killed when an oxygen generator exploded on board a nuclear submarine accused the Government today of denying them fair legal representation at his inquest. Read
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TENS of thousands of car workers’ jobs will be lost unless the Government comes up with an “immediate” cash injection, the UK’s most powerful union official warned today.
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
Tony Woodley, joint leader of Unite, said the car sector needed much more than the £2.3 billion package announced by Business Secretary Lord Mandelson earlier this week. Read
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ENTERTAINMENT retailer Zavvi today announced the closure of its store at the Merry Hill Centre with the loss of 21 jobs.
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
The chain, which sells CDs, DVDs and computer games, went into administration in November. Read
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Olympian Ashia Hansen urges people to take part in the Birmingham Mail Fun Run
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
MIDLAND families, runners and friends have been urged to step into action for the return of the Birmingham Mail Fun Run. Read
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TENS of thousands of car workers’ jobs will be lost unless the Government comes up with an “immediate” cash injection, the UK’s most powerful union official warned today.
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
Tony Woodley, joint leader of Unite, said the car sector needed much more than the £2.3 billion package announced by Business Secretary Lord Mandelson earlier this week. Read
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People questioned about The Public say it is a 'waste of money'
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
“A WASTE of money.” Read
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A MIDLAND plastic surgeon described as a “world leader in his field” carried out a string of sex attacks on teenage boys undergoing treatment, Wolverhampton Crown Court heard.
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
Aivar Bracka, of Balmoral Road, Wordsley, indecently assaulted five victims who had gone to him seeking treatment for their problems, alleged prosecutor Michael Duck. Read
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Arts Council alter their support for The Public gallery
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
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Man denies indecent assault
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
A MIDLAND plastic surgeon described as a “world leader in his field” carried out a string of sex attacks on teenage boys undergoing treatment, Wolverhampton Crown Court heard. Read
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People questioned about The Public say it is a 'waste of money'
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
“A WASTE of money.” That’s the verdict on The Public from people questioned by the Birmingham Mail. Read
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'Radical' new plan to create new jobs and generate investment in Birmingham
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
PRIME Minister Gordon Brown is being urged to back a recession-busting initiative which will generate massive investment and bring 44,000 new jobs to the West Midlands. Read
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Halesowen sailor inquest 'unfair' say parents
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
THE parents of a Midland sailor killed when an oxygen generator exploded on board a nuclear submarine accused the Government today of denying them fair legal representation at his inquest. Read
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Olympian Ashia Hansen urges people to take part in the Birmingham Mail Fun Run
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
The Birmingham Mail Fun Run is to return in May. See our section for pictures of last year's event and information on how to get involved. Read
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Union official Tony Woodley: £2.3bn not enough to save jobs
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
TENS of thousands of car workers’ jobs will be lost unless the Government comes up with an “immediate” cash injection, the UK’s most powerful union official warned today. Read
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Delay over start on new Birmingham library
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
THE start of building work on Birmingham’s new £193 million library in Centenary Square has been delayed, the city council confirmed. Read
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Lichfield dad murder: two charged
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
A 15-YEAR-OLD teenager and a man charged with the murder of a father-of-five have been remanded in custody. Read
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Heathrow’s no threat to Birmingham International Airport plan
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
THE Government has dismissed claims expansion plans at Birmingham International Airport will have to be abandoned in favour of Heathrow’s third runway. Read
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Birmingham City Council to drop apostrophes from road signs
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
NEW road signs and place names in Birmingham will no longer have apostrophes, city leaders have decided. Read
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Phone masts health fears: US president asks for views of Midland woman
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
US PRESIDENT Barack Obama has turned to a Midland anti-mobile phone mast campaigner to help the fight against cancer. Read
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Search is on to find Birmingham's best pub
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
CHEERS! A new competition has been launched to find the best Birmingham boozer. Read
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£100 million investment in Tamworth schools is a step nearer reality
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
“ONCE in a lifetime” plans to plough millions of pounds into improving secondary education in a Midland town are gathering pace. Read
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Midlands millionaire spends £250,000 on Diana Ross surprising partner on 40th birthday
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
IT’S a dilemma which has exercised the mind of many a man. What do you buy your loved one for her birthday? Read
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Community-minded volunteer wanted by Sandwell Council
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
SANDWELL Council is looking for a community-minded resident to serve voluntarily on its Standards Committee, which is responsible for promoting high standards of conduct from councillors. For an application form and information pack, call Georgina Wythes on 0121 569 3791, or e-mail georgina_wythes@sandwell.gov.uk Read
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Willenhall School Sports College to work with Wolves
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
The Number Magic sessions begin at the Wolves ground this Saturday at 9am and continue until late March. Read
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Stained glass window to celebrate faiths at Heartlands Hospital
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
The specially commissioned £20,000 window, named The Creation, has been placed in the centre of Heartlands Hospital, acting as an area for prayer and reflection. Read
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Harborne school forges new links with the Navy
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
PUPILS in landlocked Birmingham are embracing the sea after it was decided to expand its Combined Cadet Force. Read
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Metal detectors used in weapons search at Star City leisure park, Nechells
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
AIRPORT style metal detectors have been used to search for weapons at Birmingham’s Star City leisure park for the first time. Read
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Planners approve extension to Featherstone prison, near Wolverhampton
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
MORE than 1,600 extra prisoners could be housed in a Midland jail after a multi-million pound extension won council approval despite hundreds of objections. Read
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Mencap campaign calls for specially adapted toilets in Solihull town centre
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
SOLIHULL town centre does not have adequate toilet facilities for adults with learning disabilities, according to a leading UK charity. Read
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Birmingham-based Islamic Relief charity has delivered £2 million in aid to victims of the Gaza conflict
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
WORKERS with a Birmingham-based Islamic charity have distributed £2 million worth of medical and food aid to the victims of the Gaza disaster. Read
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Selly Oak teenager who starved his dog to death is jailed
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM teenager who starved his dog to death has begun a three-month jail sentence. Read
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Former ITV newsreader Joanne Malin ends male domination by hosting Radio WM's morning chat show
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
FROM TV star to queen of the airwaves... Joanne Malin becomes the first woman to host her own Radio WM daytime show in ten years on Monday. Read
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Shedding light on criminals
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
THIS is the high-tech gizmo police are using to help in the fight against multi-million pound freight crime. Read
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Pupils at a Hodge Hill school for the deaf have won a film award
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
TWO pupils at a Birmingham school for the deaf have landed a top film award after being inspired to create their own animation, Wallace and Gromit style. Read
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Pensioner who stalked TV star Martin Shaw is ordered to stay away
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
A PENSIONER who waged a five-year harassment campaign against Birmingham-born actor Martin Shaw has been ordered to stay away from him. Read
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Birmingham primary school pupils re-connect with nature
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
PUPILS from a Birmingham primary school have been re-connecting with nature to learn more about where food comes from after winning a competition in their supermarket. Read
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Invitation to children Birmingham MP Percy Shurmer took under his wing
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
A FRANTIC search is on for Sparrows in Birmingham. Read
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POLICE are hunting thieves who stole a lorry from a Worcestershire street.
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
The blue flatbed, which has a rear-mounted Atlas crane, was stolen from Oldington Lane, Kidderminster, between January 22 and January 23. Read
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Katie Price - aka Jordan - to take part in a charity polo match at the National Exhibition Centre
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
GLAMOUR model turned author Katie Price is coming to Birmingham for a celebrity polo match. Read
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27 month delay in Birmingham Council replying to petitions
Jan 29 2009 | Top Stories
RESIDENTS who sign petitions urging action from Birmingham City Council can wait an astonishing 27 months and still not get a reply, shocking new figures have revealed. Read
