Oct
2009
Articles from 5th Oct 2009
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Brave bobbies honoured after nabbing teenage gun thug
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
TWO brave bobbies who caught a “dangerous” teenage gang member with a loaded gun have been honoured for their courage. Read
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Birmingham social services report: 15 deaths in five years
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
FIFTEEN children are believed to have died of abuse or neglect in the city in the past five years, with at least eight known to social workers. Read
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Birmingham residents face cuts in incapacity benefit under a Conservative government
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
THOUSANDS of Birmingham residents on incapacity benefit could have their payments cut under a Conservative government, if tests find they are able to work. Read
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Ozzy Osbourne passes driving test at 19th attempt
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM’S Prince of Darkness Ozzy Osbourne is now fully mobile after passing his driving test, at the 19th attempt. Read
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Birmingham social services heavily criticised in report
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
Children’s social services in Birmingham are riddled with poor practice, unfit for purpose and failing youngsters most in need of help, a damning report reveals today. Read
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Black Country couple get an early start on Christmas
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
A BLACK Country couple have covered their home in thousands of fairy lights and decorations a full 86 days before Christmas. Read
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Mum’s quick action stops blaze in Wednesbury
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
A MOTHER’S quick-thinking prevented a fire breaking out after her daughter knocked nail varnish remover over a candle. Read
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Teen brain damaged after jab
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
A MIDLAND teenager suffered brain damage after falling ill within days of being given the controversial new cervical cancer vaccine. Read
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Axed Midlands X Factor hopeful Treyc pledges to be back stronger than ever
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
MIDLAND X Factor hopeful Treyc Cohen today promised to come back bigger and better after missing out on a place in the show’s final 12 competitors. Read
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54 workers at 2 Sisters Food Group sacked after wildcat strikes
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
A BLACK Country food firm today hit back at claims it sacked without “proper process” 54 workers who downed tools for a wildcat strike over alleged racial abuse. Read
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Thousands at British International Comics Show in Birmingham
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
KAPOW! Thousands of comic fans from all over the country shared their love of high-flying superheroes, rebellious schoolboys and daring adventurers. Read
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Review: Frank Carson at Birmingham Town Hall
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
AT 83 years of age, there’s no doubt Frank Carson’s performances are something special. Read
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Review: Neil Innes at The Station in Sutton Coldfield
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
THE television may have been awash with Monty Python this weekend, but The Station went one better with an appearance by the “seventh Python” himself, musician Neil Innes. Read
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Inquiry into Birmingham City Council's children's social care department is due to report today
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
AN inquiry into Birmingham City Council’s children’s social care department is set to deliver its verdict later today. The inquiry was launched after Ofsted had branded the council’s ability to keep children safe as ‘inadequate’. Read
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Meet the ‘unsung heroes’ of West Midlands police...
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
THIS week the Birmingham Mail goes “behind the badge” to look at some of the specialist police units working to keep the public of the West Midlands safe, beginning with the tactics needed to control violent crowds. Read
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Talented Solihull footballer Stuart Hudson dies during match
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
Stuart Hudson, aged 31, slumped to the ground during a Birmingham & District AFA Division Five game between Silhill 4th XI and Northfield Village on Saturday. Read
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Birmingham residents face cuts in incapacity benefit under a Conservative government
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
THOUSANDS of Birmingham residents on incapacity benefit could have their payments cut under a Conservative government, if tests find they are able to work. Read
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Armed gang behind Birmingham shop raids are jailed
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
MEMBERS of an armed gang who terrorised shopkeepers in a spate of attacks on stores and off-licences were today behind bars. Read
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Council leader predicts bright future for Birmingham's links with Jamaica
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
COUNCIL leader Mike Whitby today hailed his whirlwind trip to Jamaica a success, predicting a bright future for Birmingham’s links with the Caribbean island. Read
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Police identify man found dead on M40
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
POLICE have identified a man found dead on a Midland motorway, but mystery surrounds the circumstances of his death. Read
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Resilient West Midlands is fighting back against economic recession
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
BUSINESSES across the West Midlands were praised today for their “remarkable” resilience in fighting back against the worst economic downturn for decades. Read
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Church service held for pets in Moseley
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
In scenes reminiscent of the Vicar of Dibley, cats, dogs and even hedgehogs packed into pews at St Mary’s in Moseley yesterday to celebrate the Feast of St Francis. Read
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Man charged after head injury death in Stafford
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
A MAN has been charged with the manslaughter of a man who died from a head injury. Read
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Police charge 19 fans after Birmingham City v Aston Villa derby violence
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
POLICE have charged 19 football fans with soccer violence as part of an investigation into ugly scenes following the second city derby. Read
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Man in court over Stafford pub injury death
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
A man is due to appear in court charged with manslaughter after a 34-year-old died from a head injury he suffered in a pub in Stafford. Read
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Aliens invade Birmingham Town Hall for anniversary celebration
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
ALIENS invaded Birmingham to celebrate the 175th anniversary of the landmark town hall. Read
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Erdington woman who died in police custody had fresh graze on forehead and hand wound, paramedics tell inquest
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM woman who died in police custody had a fresh graze on her forehead and a puncture wound on her hand, paramedics sent to help her told an inquest. Read
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Heart surgeon at Wolverhampton’s New Cross Hospital faces competency hearing
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
A leading Midland cardiac surgeon who set up a groundbreaking heart and lung centre has been ordered before his professional body after failing basic surgery and competence tests. Read
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Inquiry to report on Birmingham social services
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
An inquiry into Birmingham City Council’s children’s social care department is set to deliver its verdict later today. Read
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Fears raised over 40 madrassas operating in Birmingham without checks
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
Hundreds of children are being taught in unregulated Islamic schools with teachers who have not had criminal records checks, it has been revealed. Read
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Victims of 'toxic sofas' burns await key ruling on compensation
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
VICTIMS of ‘toxic sofa’ burns are hoping to find out how much compensation they will receive from retailers within weeks. Read
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Handsworth bobbies honoured after nabbing teenage gun thug
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
TWO brave bobbies who caught a “dangerous” teenage gang member with a loaded gun have been honoured for their courage. Read
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Trampoline queens jump for GB joy at world championships
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
TWO young trampolinists have defied all the odds and gravity to be selected to represent Great Britain in the world championships. Read
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Drive-through thief attacks Kidderminster McDonald's worker and steals cash
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
A THIEF robbed a fast food drive-through in Kidderminster, police have revealed. Read
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Young fundraiser Harry Moseley to meet Prime Minister Gordon Brown at 10 Downing Street
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
HARRY Moseley’s amazing charity quest has touched the hearts of thousands of people – and now he is heading for Downing Street after being named one of Britian’s kindest kids. Read
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West Midlands Police launch poster campaign to stop trade in stolen goods
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
A TEENAGE boy with a black eye will spearhead a police campaign to tackle the trade in stolen goods across the West Midlands. Read
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Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust praised for 'excellent' food
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
A HOSPITAL trust which returned to cooking fresh meals in-house this year has been awarded an ‘excellent’ rating for its food for the first time ever. Read
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Couple's anger over removal firm's storage charges
Oct 05 2009 | Top Stories
A YOUNG couple claim they are being ‘held to ransom’ by a removals firm which is refusing to give them their belongings back. Read
