Aug
2010
Articles from 28th Aug 2010
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West Brom striker hits out at fans of his former club who racially abused him
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
WEST Bromwich Albion’s new striker Peter Odemwingie has hit out at fans from his former club who racially abused him. Read
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Solihull teachers arrested over indecent images of children - helpline opens
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
TWO Midland teachers who are brothers have been arrested on suspicion of possessing indecent images of children. Read
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Two Rapid Vienna supporters arrested for assaulting Aston Villa steward
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
A PAIR of Rapid Vienna supporters arrested and detained for assaulting a Villa Park steward had their air fare home paid for by their club after they missed their flights. Read
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Worcestershire student wins glass award
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
WORCESTERSHIRE glass artist Lisa Sheppy has won a prestigious award at this month’s International Glass Festival at Stourbridge. Read
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Sutton Coldfield Library will be closed for years
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
AN ESTIMATED £1.8 million repair bill following the discovery of lethal asbestos in Birmngham’s second largest public library means it could be years before it reopens. Read
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Shopkeepers fined thousands over mouse infestation
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
TWO shopkeepers have each been fined thousands of pounds after admitting a string of hygiene offences including failing to tackle a mouse infestation at a Birmingham store. Read
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Cadbury staff agree to accept pay offer
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
CADBURY workers have voted overwhelmingly to accept a 3.7 per cent pay rise from new owners Kraft following a tough five-month battle with management. Read
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Yardley road rage thug jailed after leaving victim in a coma
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
THIS is the thug who left a man in a coma with a fractured neck in a sickening road rage attack – and then tried to pretend he was an innocent passer-by coming to his aid. Read
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Nechells nursery approved
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
AN EMPTY industrial unit on the Aston Business Park, Nechells, can be converted into a children’s nursery. Read
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Teen jailed for masked burglary at home of Black Country pensioner
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
A MASKED teenager who was armed with a hammer “terrorised” a frail 70-year-old man in his home after taking a cocktail of drink and drugs. Read
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EastEnders fans can get close to Queen Vic bust
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
EASTENDERS fans can now get up close and personal to the famous Queen Victoria bust. Read
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Exhibition raises cash for good causes
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
AN EXHIBITION at Ward End Library has raised £1,000 for charities which support victims of war. The money was divided between Amnesty International, War Child, Children of Peace and BLESMA, the British Limbless Ex-servicemen’s Association. Read
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3,000 gypsies coming to Birmingham for Pope's visit
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
COUNCIL chiefs say they expect 3,000 travellers to come to Birmingham during the next few weeks for Pope Benedict XVI’s visit. Read
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Birmingham Mail and Halfords make bike theft youngster ride again
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
LITTLE Daejon Byfield was jumping for joy after the Birmingham Mail helped him back onto two wheels. Read
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Police appeal for information following fatal Yardley collision
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
POLICE have extended their appeal for information about a fatal road traffic collision in Birmingham in which a 19-year-old pedestrian was killed. Read
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Birmingham kickboxer arrested for death of soldier in Thailand
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM kickboxer at the centre of a manhunt following the fatal stabbing of a US soldier in Thailand has been arrested at Heathrow airport. Read
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Teenager is sentenced for trying to sell drugs in a Walsall nighclub
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
A TEENAGE cocaine dealer who tried to sell his illicit wares in a Black Country nightspot has been allowed to keep his freedom by a judge. Read
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Birmingham set for "dry and sunny" Bank Holiday weather
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
DON’T despair – summer’s not over. Read
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More Sky Ride Local Birmingham cycling routes to enjoy
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
AS CYCLISTS gear up for a major two-wheeled event in Birmingham next month, bike users can get in shape with free guided routes around city beauty spots. Read
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Birmingham superhospital bosses spent £62,000 on external PR
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM hospital bosses forked out £62,000 of NHS cash on external PR staff to promote the city’s new superhospital, an investigation has revealed. Read
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Teenagers searched and robbed in Coseley park
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
A GROUP of teenage boys were searched and robbed of mobile phones in a Black Country park, police said. Read
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Sex pest Midland paramedic is struck off
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
A WEST Midlands Ambulance Service paramedic has been struck off for making inappropriate sexual comments to a patient’s mother. Read
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Robber's unusual Russian hat made him easy for police to find
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
A DISTINCTIVE Russian hat led police to the front door of a young father who attacked a youngster and robbed him of his mobile phone. Read
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Millions wasted on fire engines which are too heavy for West Midland roads
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
MILLIONS of pounds have been wasted in the West Midlands on expensive fire engines that are too heavy for UK roads and a state-of-the-art control room which may never be used, a union has claimed. Read
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WITH just days to go until the final of Miss England 2010 the pressure is on and the nerves are kicking in.
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
It’s been an eventful few months since winning Miss Birmingham and the weeks have flown by. Read
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Gym to raise money for multiple sclerosis
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM gym is celebrating its birthday with a party to raise money for the MS Society. Read
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Sparkbrook nursery re-opens after mouse-enforced closure
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
A NURSERY that closed for two weeks after a mouse problem was discovered has reopened in Sparkbrook. Read
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Castle Bromwich man led to safety after flat fire
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
A MAN was led to safety following a kitchen fire at his flat in Birmingham. Read
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Bully sentenced for attack on 13-year-old boy in Black Country
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
THIS 37-year-old bully has been put behind bars for two years for robbing a 13-year-old boy of £9 outside a Black Country sports centre. Read
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Ex Birmingham police officer seeks damages after getting injured while make an arrest
Aug 28 2010 | Top Stories
A FORMER West Midlands police officer who was injured while making an arrest in Birmingham city centre is seeking compensation against the force for disability discrimination. Read
