Jan
2012
Articles from 12th Jan 2012
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Need to Read top five: Kolar murder, Robbie Savage hot dogs, drugs mum, Danielle Lloyd and HS2
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
Today's top five most read stories include articles on the Birmingham double murder, Robbie Savage hot dogs, drugs mum, Danielle Lloyd and HS2. Read
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Birmingham double murder: Daughter Michelle Kirwan tells how ‘hearts have been broken forever’
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
THE son and daughter of a couple murdered at their home begged for help in finding their parents’ killers today, saying the light had been "switched out" in their lives and their hearts were "broken forever". Read
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People’s Choice Awards: Is Kelly Osbourne turning into Birmingham rock star dad Ozzy?
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
WITH a reputation for not holding back, it seems Sharon Osbourne was at it again at the latest Hollywood bash. Read
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Sandwell Hospital shows signs of improvement nine months on from damning report
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
A MIDLAND hospital shamed for among the worst dignity standards in the country has shown signs of improvement in a latest inspection. Read
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Birmingham Mail Top Ten: Brum's best beers
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
TOP 10 beers from Birmingham-based breweries. Some are sadly no longer brewed, but these traditional favourites are being replaced by ‘new kids on the beer block.’ Read
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Birmingham double murder: Grandchildren’s tribute at Handsworth Wood scene
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
THE GRANDCHILDREN of murdered Birmingham couple Avtar and Carole Kolar have left floral tributes at the scene in Friary Road, Handsworth Wood. Read
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Wolves star Jamie O'Hara tweets his support for Danielle Lloyd ahead of hospital operation
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
DANIELLE Lloyd - wife-to-be of Wolverhampton Wanderers star Jamie O’Hara - went into hospital for an operation yesterday (Wednesday), a week after revealing plans to have a boob job. Read
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Birmingham double murder: Couple’s children and neighbours pay tribute
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
THE CHILDREN of murdered Birmingham couple Avtar and Carole Kolar have paid poignant tribute to their parents at the home in Friary Road, Handsworth Wood. Read
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Birmingham double murder: Police begin detailed forensic analysis
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
DETECTIVES investigating the double murder of a couple in Birmingham are continuing the hunt for their killers. Read
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Wolverhampton riots raider jailed for trainers theft
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
A MOTHER who stole a pair of trainers from a shop that was looted during the August riots has been put behind bars for 39 months. Read
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Haitian national in Kings Norton says homeland is still suffering from quake two years ago
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
A HAITIAN father living in Birmingham said his homeland was still reeling from the devastating earthquake which struck two years ago today. Read
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Birmingham Riots: West Midlands Police awarded more than £11m in Government grant to cover the costs of the riots
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
POLICE chiefs in the West Midlands are to be handed an £11 million Government grant towards the costs of policing the riots last August. Read
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Birmingham double murder: Couple's son is gang cop
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
A HUGE murder hunt was underway today after a couple were found dead at their Birmingham home by their detective son – who works for his force’s Gangs and Organised Crime Unit. Read
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Birmingham double murder: Community in shock at death of popular Handsworth Wood couple
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
FRIENDS, neighbours and community leaders paid tribute to the murdered couple Avtar Kolar, 62, and his wife of 40 years, Carole, 58 outside their Handsworth Wood home last night. Read
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Birmingham double murder update: Detectives vow to catch killers
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
A MARRIED couple found murdered in their Birmingham home were the victim of a “horrendous” assault, the police officer in charge of the hunt for their killers said. Read
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Ex-soldier Karl Hinett from Tipton in marathon Everest challenge
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
HE’S the marathon man and Gulf War hero who ran 52 gruelling races last year to raise cash for forces’ charities. Read
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Fradley 10k 2012 date revealed
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
THE popular Florette Fradley 10k will be held on March 11 from 10.30am. There will also be a 2k for juniors. For more visit www.kpevents.net Read
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Company insists Birmingham CCTV cameras are still working but welcome possibility on new investment to get them fully operational
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
THE firm behind a CCTV scheme which has not worked properly for almost two years has backed moves to win cash to have the system restored. Read
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War artist's work on display at National Memorial Arboretum in Alrewas.
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
PAINTINGS by war artist Sergeant Major Douglas Farthing MBE have gone on display at the National Memorial Arboretum in Alrewas until February 29. Read
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Kitts Green thug jailed for taxi driver attacks
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
A THUG who spat in a taxi driver’s face has been jailed. Read
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Race for primary school places: Birmingham reception class 2011/12
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
IT IS one of the most important decisions a parent will ever make – where to send their child to school. Read
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New moves in "tombstone" fire station plan in Birmingham
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
THE developer behind a £50 million plan to build student accommodation on the site of Birmingham’s former Central Fire Station has hit back fiercely at a “tombstone” tag. Read
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Drayton Manor theme park defies the downturn to celebrate a record year
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
DRAYTON Manor is set for a record-breaking year with around 1.2 million visitors flocking to the theme park – its biggest attendance figures for more than 60 years. Read
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Drug-run mum is jailed for £500k smuggling plot at Birmingham airport
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
A MUM-OF-THREE from the USA who was caught at Birmingham Airport with more than £500,000-worth of cocaine has been jailed for seven years. Read
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Sainsbury's Northfield donate £500 worth of items to homeless project
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
KIND-HEARTED supermarket staff are starting 2012 by distributing goods to homeless and needy people in Birmingham. Read
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Burntwood Leisure Centre marks 10th anniversary.
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
BURNTWOOD Leisure Centre near Lichfield is throwing its doors open for free on January 21 to celebrate its tenth birthday. Read
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Staffordshire Treasure Trails could help burn off festive calories
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
FAMILIES are being urged to explore Staffordshire’s beautiful countryside with the help of a special treasure trail. Read
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Kidderminster shop needs donations
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
A MIDLAND charity shop that was destroyed by fire last year is reopening and appealing for donations. Read
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Plans to turn Bournville art school into college slammed by ward councillor
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
PLANS to turn a historic university campus into a college for overseas students have been branded “vandalism” by city councillors. Read
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Blockbuster film War Horse highlights roots of a Midland charity
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
IT’S the new blockbuster film inspired by a Birmingham boy’s bid to overcome his stammer. Read
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Night of folk music at Moseley pub
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM boozer will reverberate to the sound of traditional folk music during an interactive monthly music session. Read
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Stargazing event in Birmingham City Centre
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
BUDDING astronomers can learn more about the night sky at a special free event in Birmingham city centre on Saturday. Read
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Circus of Horrors to perform in Lichfield.
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
THE Circus of Horrors, which appeared Britain’s Got Talent in 2011, will take to the stage of the Lichfield Garrick on January 27 at 7.30pm. Call 01543 412 121. Read
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Meditation sessions in Digbeth
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
BUSY Brummies can unwind during their lunch hour in the city centre. Read
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Son of Birmingham City legend Trevor Francis appears in court charged with burglary at home of former Aston Villa star Lee Hendrie
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
James John Francis was committed to appear for trial at Warwick Crown Court on February 29 at Warwickshire Magistrates Court yesterday. Read
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Bromsgrove councillor handed 12-month driving ban after three car crash
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
A TORY councillor and licensing committee vice chairman has been banned from driving for 12 months after he crashed into two parked cars in a sleepy Midland village. Read
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Five hurt in Cannock flat fire
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
FIVE people have been injured following a mystery flat fire. Read
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Birmingham prison privatisation deal 'hit staff morale'
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
A NEW report has blasted the controversial privatisation of Birmingham Prison – claiming it took too long and hit staff morale. Read
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Burglars steal Birmingham war veteran's false teeth
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
A WAR veteran had to wait two months for council bosses to fix his broken front door after burglars raided his home – and stole his FALSE TEETH. Read
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Fridge unit fire breaks out at Wolverhampton shop
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
FIREFIGHTERS put out a blaze that broke out in a refrigeration unit at a Wolverhampton shop. Read
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Energy saving solar panels fitted at Handsworth fire station
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM fire station is set to be the first in the West Midlands to have eco-friendly solar panels. Read
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How the HS2 high speed rail link could look in Birmingham
Jan 12 2012 | Top Stories
THIS is the first image of how Birmingham’s new high-speed rail link to London could look from high above the city centre. Read
