Jan
2010
Articles from 27th Jan 2010
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Family lucky to be alive after escaping Sparkbrook house fire
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
A FAMILY of eight were lucky to be alive after a fridge fire destroyed most of their kitchen. Read
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Knowle school evacuated after fire breaks out
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
CHILDREN were evacuated after a blaze broke out at a Midland school. Read
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Four people in hospital after Solihull house fire
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
Four people, including a six-year-old boy, have been taken to hospital for precautionary checks after a house fire in Solihull. Read
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Ministers admit there is cause for concern over Cadbury takeover
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
THERE is a “genuine cause for concern” about the future of Cadbury under Kraft’s ownership, Ministers have admitted. Read
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AWOL Birmingham soldier Anthony Phipps says he will give himself up soon
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
A RUNAWAY Birmingham soldier condemned as a “Nazi” broke his silence to insist he would give himself up within days. Read
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Khyra Ishaq 'only fed porridge in the days before she died'
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
A GIRL of seven allegedly starved to death at her home in Birmingham was only fed porridge in the days before she died, a court heard. Read
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Emotions run high at Cadbury debate
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
EMOTIONS ran high during a public debate in Bournville over the future of Cadbury’s and manufacturing in the West Midlands. Read
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Khyra Ishaq 'only fed porridge in the days before she died'
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
A GIRL of seven allegedly starved to death at her home in Birmingham was only fed porridge in the days before she died, a court heard. Read
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Former Jaguar Land Rover boss was a "man of conscience"
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
MANY workers at Jaguar Land Rover were “disappointed and shocked” by the sudden departure of chief executive David Smith, it was revealed today. Read
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Stress and anxiety at Birmingham City Coucil pushes up staff sickness levels
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
MORE than 1,700 Birmingham City Council workers walked out of their jobs in an eight-month period without giving reasons for leaving, it has emerged. Read
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West Midlands Police seize £140,000 Ferrari California supercar
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
THIS is the gleaming £140,000 supercar seized from a suspected fraudster. Read
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Iconic Hurst Street cafe Mr Egg loses its late licence following vinegar attack
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
ICONIC greasy spoon Mr Egg has had its chips as a late-night cafe following a fracas which left 13 people injured after being sprayed in the face with concentrated vinegar. Read
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AWOL Birmingham soldier Anthony Phipps says he will give himself up soon
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
A RUNAWAY Birmingham soldier condemned as a “Nazi” broke his silence to insist he would give himself up within days. Read
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Stars get together for launch of Birmingham Mail fun run
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM’S sporting stars from past and present turned out to launch the Mail’s Fun Run. Read
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Mum-of-four raps 'guns sold like sweets' in Birmingham
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
‘We know the pain they can bring’ Read
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TWITCHERS can find out how local birds fared during the recent snow.
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
The RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch will be finding out how the wintry conditions affected birds and if people saw any unusual visitors. Read
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Perry Barr pensioner targeted by burglar in jewel theft
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
AN ELDERLY widow mourning the death of her husband was attacked in her Birmingham home and had her jewellery collection swiped by a “cowardly” burglar. Read
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Job cuts at Birmingham City Council prompt union strike threat
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
TRADE unions have warned they are considering industrial action over “despicable” job cuts planned at Birmingham City Council. Read
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More than 230 Midland ambulance staff attacked over just six months
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
MORE than 230 paramedics in the Midlands have been attacked in just six months, latest shock figures on violence reveal. Read
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Erdington residents pay tribute to leap mother
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
HORRIFIED residents have spoken of the moment they found the body of a mother-of-one who died after plunging 80ft from a Birmingham tower block. Read
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World Cup ban for more than 300 soccer yobs from the West Midlands
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
HUNDREDS of Midland football yobs have been told: “You’ve misbehaved, now you’re going to miss the World Cup.” Read
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Cadbury protesters to take to the street in Bournville Green
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
CADBURY workers are today taking to the streets in the latest public show of anger against Kraft’s £11.7 billion takeover of the world-famous confectioner. Read
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Mothers blast sale of guns in Birmingham city centre
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
CITY mums whose lives have been blighted by gun gangs have spoken out about the “disgusting” sale of machine guns, which are being sold in Birmingham city centre. Read
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Fury at Care Quality Commission report into deaths at Heart of England Trust
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
GRIEVING relatives today hit out at an investigation into a trouble-hit Birmingham hospital trust where five patients died due to drug blunders within two years. Read
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Birmingham anti-terror raids: man still be questioned
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
POLICE were today continuing to quiz a man arrested in Birmingham for possessing terrorism materials. Read
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Vandal attack on Cannock cemetery
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
VANDALS have pushed over gravestones and broken vases at a Midland cemetery. Read
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Rock 'n' roll-themed funeral for Weoley Castle grandmother
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM family have fulfilled their beloved mum’s final wish – by giving her a rock ‘n’ roll send off. Read
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Facebook campaign lis aunched for England World Cup matches on Birmingham's big screen
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
AN ONLINE campaign has been set up for Birmingham’s big screen to be turned on for the World Cup. Read
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West Midlands Police chiefs discuss controversial anti-terror stop and search powers
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
THE ruling body of West Midlands Police is to discuss the use of controversial counter-terrorism stop and search powers after they were ruled illegal by European judges. Read
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West Midlands reveal shock paramedic attack numbers
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
MORE than 230 paramedics in the Midlands have been attacked in just six months, latest shock figures on violence reveal. Read
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1,700 council workers walked out of jobs in Birmingham in eight-months
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
MORE than 1,700 Birmingham City Council workers walked out of their jobs in an eight-month period without giving reasons for leaving, it has emerged. Read
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Stars turn out to launch Birmingham Mail Fun Run
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM’S sporting stars from past and present turned out to launch the Mail’s Fun Run. Read
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Join campaign to get Brum's big screen on for the World Cup
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
AN ONLINE campaign has been set up for Birmingham’s big screen to be turned on for the World Cup. Read
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West Midlands Police debate stop and search powers
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
THE ruling body of West Midlands Police is to discuss the use of controversial counter-terrorism stop and search powers after they were ruled illegal by European judges. Read
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No late night chips at Birmingham's Mr Egg
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
ICONIC greasy spoon Mr Egg has had its chips as a late-night cafe following a fracas which left 13 people injured after being sprayed in the face with concentrated vinegar. Read
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Grieving relatives slam Birmingham hospital investigation findings
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
GRIEVING relatives today hit out at an investigation into a trouble-hit Birmingham hospital trust where five patients died due to drug blunders within two years. Read
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Birmingham Police continue to question terror arrest man
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
POLICE were today continuing to quiz a man arrested in Birmingham for possessing terrorism materials. Read
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Birmingham mums slam 'disgusting' City gun sales
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
CITY mums whose lives have been blighted by gun gangs have spoken out about the “disgusting” sale of machine guns, which are being sold in Birmingham city centre. Read
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John Hartson: I've been brought back to life
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
FORMER Albion striker John Hartson has told of his hopes for a full recovery from testicular cancer – despite facing another operation in two weeks’ time. Read
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Eyewitnesses tell of horror at death of Erdington woman in 80ft fall
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
HORRIFIED residents have spoken of the moment they found the body of a mother-of-one who died after plunging 80ft from a Birmingham tower block. Read
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300 football yobs banned from World Cup
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
HUNDREDS of Midland football yobs have been told: “You’ve misbehaved, now you’re going to miss the World Cup.” Read
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Family consider legal action against QE hospital after routine operation death
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
THE family of a pensioner who died following a routine operation are considering a lawsuit against health bosses. Read
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Passengers on Birmingham flight evacuated after reports of smoke on board
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
PASSENGERS on a flight which took off from Birmingham Airport had to be evacuated after reports of a smell of smoke. Read
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£140,000 supercar is seized by fraudster by West Midlands Police
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
A gleaming £140,000 supercar has been seized by police from a suspected fraudster. Read
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Cadbury takeover: Emotions run high in public debate
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
EMOTIONS ran high during a public debate in Bournville over the future of Cadbury’s and manufacturing in the West Midlands. Read
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Cadbury takeover: Ministers admit concerns over future of company
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
THERE is a “genuine cause for concern” about the future of Cadbury under Kraft’s ownership, Ministers have admitted. Read
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Cadbury takeover: Workers take to the streets to protest
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
CADBURY workers are today taking to the streets in the latest public show of anger against Kraft’s £11.7 billion takeover of the world-famous confectioner. Read
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Weoley Castle gran's family and friends dress up as teddy boys for her funeral
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM family have fulfilled their beloved mum’s final wish – by giving her a rock ‘n’ roll send off. Read
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Perry Barr widow attacked and robbed while mourning death of husband
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
AN ELDERLY widow mourning the death of her husband was attacked in her Birmingham home and had her jewellery collection swiped by a “cowardly” burglar. Read
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Motorcyclist dies after Sheldon car crash
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
A MOTORCYCLIST died after he collided with a car in Birmingham. Read
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JLR staff 'saddened' by departure of boss David Smith
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
MANY workers at Jaguar Land Rover were “disappointed and shocked” by the sudden departure of chief executive David Smith, it was revealed today. Read
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Stetchford soldier in "Nazi" picture storm admits being in BNP
Jan 27 2010 | Top Stories
A RUNAWAY Birmingham soldier condemned as a “Nazi” broke his silence to insist he would give himself up within days. Read
