Nov
2009
Articles from 24th Nov 2009
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Mandelson heads speakers at international automotive summit
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
BUSINESS Secretary Lord Mandelson will be among speakers in London today at the first international automotive summit. Read
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Severn Trent's profits up
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
PROFITS at water giant Severn Trent beat forecasts following a range of cost savings across the business and a tight rein on bad debts. Read
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Police arrest six men over truck thefts
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
POLICE were today questioning six men in connection with truck thefts after an intelligence-led operation. Read
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Lancaster Circus flyover closed after repairs
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
ROAD engineers were today carrying out frantic repairs to a major commuter route in Birmingham to get it re-opened in time for rush hour. Read
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Bilston nightclub shooting: Victim named
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
THE man who died after being shot in a Black Country nightclub at the weekend was Danny McCalla. Read
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Beverley Knight bursts into tears on stage at Symphony Hall
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
ANGUISHED soul star Beverley Knight broke down on stage in Birmingham as she paid an emotional tribute to her “fantastic” family. Read
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Men arrested over Bilston nightclub shooting are released
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
Two men arrested over a fatal nightclub shooting in Wolverhampton have been released pending further inquiries. Read
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New MG unveiled to be built at Longbridge
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
THE first all-new MG for 14 years has gone on show in China and by the end of next year the new car will be built on a production line at Longbridge, it was revealed today. Read
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'Not enough' medical evidence claims health specialist at inquest of Birmingham man who died in police custody
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
A HEALTH specialist said “not enough” medical evidence was collected after a Birmingham man died in police custody, an inquest jury heard. Read
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Driver left injured biker lying in Cotteridge road
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
A MOTORCYCLIST was left with leg and back injuries after an accident in Birmingham. Read
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Press and bankers boost charities
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
By Jane Tyler Read
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Man cleared of killing Tracy McConnell is given police protection
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
Jason D’Aguilar has left the south Birmingham area amid fears he could become a target of vigilantes seeking to avenge Mr McConnell’s death. Read
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Severn Trent's profits up
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
PROFITS at water giant Severn Trent beat forecasts following a range of cost savings across the business and a tight rein on bad debts. Read
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Mandelson heads speakers at international automotive summit
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
BUSINESS Secretary Lord Mandelson will be among speakers in London today at the first international automotive summit. Read
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Firefighters rescue 94-year-old man from Solihull house fire
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
FIREFIGHTERS rescued a 94-year-old man from a kitchen fire in his Solihull home today. Read
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Police appeal after man stabbed in Stafford
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
POLICE are hunting for three men after a man was stabbed. Read
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Midland road scheme resurrected five years after being ditched by Department of Transport
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
A £16 million plan to cut congestion along one of Birmingham’s busiest commuter routes has been given a new lease of life. Read
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Killer Jane Andrews goes on run from jail
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
A FORMER aide to the Duchess of York who murdered her Birmingham businessman boyfriend remained at large today after absconding from an open prison. Read
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Gordon Brown backs extended high speed rail line
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
GORDON Brown gave firm backing to an extended high speed rail line running to the north of England and Scotland as well as Birmingham, in his final speech to the CBI conference before an election. Read
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Lenny Henry wins newcomer award for role as Othello
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
Comedian Lenny Henry scooped a prestigious theatre award today for best newcomer for his performance as Shakespeare's Othello. Read
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World Cup bid could cost Birmingham tax-payers £15m
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
Birmingham’s bid to host World Cup football matches at Villa Park could cost council tax payers £15 million, it has been revealed. Read
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No evidence of postal vote fraud at city council by-election
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
Birmingham’s political leaders have reacted with shock that police have found no evidence of postal vote fraud at an inner city council election earlier this year. Read
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Return to 'Dixon of Dock Green' policing is praised
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
IT has been labelled a return to the era of Dixon of Dock Green. Now a bureaucracy-busting revolution is winning favour with the West Midlands public. Read
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Oscar the penguin is a favourite with visitors at Drayton Manor Zoo
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
OSCAR the penguin is a firm favourite among visitors and staff alike at Drayton Manor Zoo. Read
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RAF Cosford recruits are put through their paces before Birmingham Tattoo
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
An 18-strong crew are taking part in an intense training regime before they compete against Abbey Wood Field Gun Team, from MoD Abbey Wood, near Bristol, at the two-day event at the NIA this weekend. Read
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Handsworth residents to be told of plans for loss-making golf course
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM’S sports and leisure chief will face residents over controversial plans to build a cycling centre on a city golf course. Read
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Boxer Frank Bruno's a big hit with patients at Dudley hospital
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
FORMER world heavyweight champion Frank Bruno proved a knockout success as he met patients at Dudley’s Russells Hall Hospital. Read
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Anger as London Midland rules out Boxing Day rail service
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
CAMPAIGNERS are calling on a Birmingham-based train company to provide more services for passengers over the Christmas period. Read
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Tracker software helps find student laptops
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
A MAN was arrested by police investigating the theft of student lap-tops after a software-tracking device led officers to him. Read
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Family tribute to pensioner who died after Moseley accident
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
THE family of a Birmingham pensioner who died after being hit by a lorry have paid tribute to an “incredible lady” and “doting grandmother”. Read
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James Bulger investigation cop to deliver lecture in Birmingham
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
THE top detective responsible for tracking down the killers of tragic toddler Jamie Bulger is to deliver a high-profile lecture to students in Birmingham. Read
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Prince Charles to honour brave Brum boys back from Afghanistan
Nov 24 2009 | Top Stories
BRAVE Birmingham soldiers are to collect their war medals from the Prince of Wales after a gruelling six-month deployment in Afghanistan. Read
