Dec
2011
Articles from 30th Dec 2011
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Tipton soldier Karl Hinnett to complete 52nd marathon of 2011
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
A MIDLAND soldier rescued from a burning Warrior tank in Basra in 2005 will complete his first year of a marathon fundraiser. Read
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Need to Read: The top five most read stories on Birminghammail.net today
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
Here are the top five most read stories on Birminghammail.net today. Read
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Man dies after being found slumped at bus stop in Winson Green
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
DETECTIVES were today treating the death of a man found fatally injured at a Birmingham bus-stop as "suspicious". Read
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Birmingham Mail World View: Friday, 30th December, 2011
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
Here are today's best pictures from around the globe as chosen by the Birmingham Mail Picture Desk. Read
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12-year-old could be key witness in Wolverhampton stabbing
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
A 12-year-old boy might have witnessed a woman being stabbed 18 times in a flat in Wolverhampton. Read
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Question Of The Day: Is Birmingham no fun?
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
A recent survey has suggested that Birmingham is one of the least sociable cities in the UK. Read
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Birmingham Mail Review Of The Year: September, October, November and December
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
It’s the third and final part of the Mail’s look back at 2011.... Read
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Lethal alcohol warning in Staffordshire ahead of New Year's party celebrations
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
REVELLERS have been warned to keep their eyes peeled for potentially-lethal bootlegged liquor during New Year celebrations. Read
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Investigation launched after woman found dead in Wolverhampton
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
POLICE called to a Midland flat found a woman dead and a man fighting for his life. Read
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Staffordshire County Council offering opportunity for future farmers
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
Staffordshire County Council’s county farms programme might not be new – it has been in existence since the early part of the 20th century – but while many other authorities have cashed in on their land assets to survive difficult times, the county is endeavouring to make it easier than ever for people to get their first foothold on the farming ladder. Read
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Confusion over new £370m hospital West Birmingham and the Black Country
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust bosses were expecting the final go-ahead on an outline business case for the new Midland Metropolitan Hospital, in Smethwick, before Christmas after a year of delays by Whitehall. Read
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High Speed Rail protest song nearly topped Christmas charts
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
An anti-high speed rail protest song took two places in the download chart of music retailer HMV. Read
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Hangover Run kickstarts year for Bearwood joggers
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
RUNNERS have been invited to take part in a gentle 5k jog around Warley Woods, Bearwood, on New Year’s Day to get rid of any festive over-indulgence. Read
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The Italian Job voted best film for driving scenes
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
Another British movie – Cliff Richard’s 1963 hit Summer Holiday – also made it into the top ten for its double-decker bus scenes. Read
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Staffordshire game Zombies Ate My Phone is a massive success
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
The Zombies Ate My Phone game, created by Staffordshire viral game specialist Koko Digital, was launched recently and has become a massive hit. Read
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Derelict Bearwood playing fields to reopen
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
TALKS are being held to resurrect a much-loved sporting arena that has been derelict for many years. Read
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Developer says Knowle supermarket plan still stands
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
THE developer planning to build a Waitrose store in Knowle has said the proposals still stand – despite rival supermarket Sainsbury’s successful bid to build in nearby Dorridge. Read
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Newtown voluntary group caters for homeless over Christmas
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
HUNDREDS of homeless people in Birmingham received a welcome respite from the cold city streets over the Christmas period thanks to an army of volunteers. Read
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Work announced on two rail commuter routes in Midlands
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
BELEAGUERED rail passengers should see faster journey times after improvements were announced on two key commuter routes in the region. Read
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Moseley Forum meeting
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
MOSELEY residents are needed to make a change to their area in the New Year. Members of the Moseley Forum will be meeting to discuss ways to improve their neighbourhood and tackle other subjects of concern. The meeting will take place from 7.30pm to 9.30pm on Tuesday at the Moseley Exchange on Alcester Road. Read
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Solihull solicitors raise cash for city hospice
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
A FIRM of Solihull solicitors have helped to raise more than £7,000 for Birmingham’s St Mary’s Hospice. Read
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Kingstanding band in plea for new talent
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
YOUNG musicians are being invited to join a prize-winning marching band. Read
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RAF man dies in Birmingham hospital
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
TRIBUTES have been paid to an RAF squadron leader who died in Birmingham after being wounded in an explosion in Afghanistan. Read
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Canine conundrum for Playboy Hugh Hefner and his Black Country ex
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
PLAYBOY millionaire Hugh Hefner has been caught up in a canine custody battle with the Midland-born beauty he was once engaged to. Read
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Potentially 'deadly' drivers on our West Midland streets
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
Figures released by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) under the Freedom of Information Act reveal that two drivers in the West Midlands have amassed 20 points. Read
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Pictures: Hidden art treasures in Birmingham revealed in the click of a button
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
They have been held in collections which due to lack of wall space are tucked away out of sight in storage. Read
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Sutton Coldfield charity Breast Friends can bank on bra donations
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
NEW recycling bins have sprung up across Birmingham – for women’s bras. Read
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Moseley SusMo meeting on Jan 25
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
THE Moseley SusMo Open Committee Meeting will be held from 7pm to 9pm, on January 25, at the Moseley Exchange, Alcester Road. All welcome. Read
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History talk about Cadbury family
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
HISTORY buffs can learn more about the Cadbury family at a meeting. Read
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Low-key celebrations to welcome 2012 in Birmingham
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
WHAT a difference a decade makes. Read
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Hundreds of people apply for jobs at new Harborne pool.
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM’S newest swimming pool has created a big splash ahead of its opening next week. Read
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Special Report: St Kitts murders of Small Heath couple remain unsolved
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
THEY were the Birmingham couple who worked hard all their lives to afford a retirement home in paradise. Read
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Thief steals Smethwick boy's early Christmas present on Christmas Eve
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
A SCHOOLBOY has been left heartbroken after a thief ran off with a his prized stunt scooter – on Christmas Eve. Read
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Birmingham named as one of the UK's least sociable cities
Dec 30 2011 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM – famed for its array of nightlife and the famous “Golden Mile” of Broad Street – has been panned in a new survey as one of Britain’s least sociable cities. Read
