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December 25, 2024

13 of the best music themed 'Ugly Jumpers' for Christmas 2024

News|7 hours ago

Ten brilliant new shops that opened in the Black Country in 2024

Business|7 hours ago

December 24, 2024

'Dodgy' firesticks: hidden dangers of using illegal streaming sticks at Christmas

December 20, 2024

See full list of Shoe Zone stores earmarked for closure in the West Midlands

November 25, 2024

‘I spent £6,000 a year on takeaways in the West Midlands until my wife nagged me to join a slimming club’

November 14, 2024

Owners’ joy as cat missing from Scottish home found 300 miles away in the West Midlands

‘There’s no place like it’: Sephora fans on why they love the beauty brand as Birmingham Bullring welcomes new store

November 13, 2024

Sephora opens in the Bullring in Birmingham with top Brummie entertainment & VIPs - see stylish photos

November 12, 2024

'We couldn't stop smiling all day': Wolverhampton couple who met at work as youngsters mark platinum wedding anniversary

November 5, 2024

Six-bed Dudley property in 'sought after location' goes on the market

Lifestyle|Nov 5

October 27, 2024

Watch: Older generation in Bilston talk about ageism and other issues

Lifestyle|Oct 27

October 23, 2024

Merry Hill security guards ready to take on tough challenge made famous by the SAS

October 22, 2024

Watch: Wolverhampton mystery over huge pink peepers that have popped up in the city centre

Lifestyle|Oct 22

October 21, 2024

Wolverhampton cake baker to the stars serves another celebrity client

Food and Drink|Oct 21

Gamer grandmother says playing Fortnite was ‘love at first sight’

Lifestyle|Oct 21

October 15, 2024

New dawn for Merry Hill Centre as flagship lifestyle store replaces Debenhams and opens to the public

Brierley Hill|Oct 15

October 10, 2024

Aldi stores will start stocking fireworks next week - with prices starting at 99p

What's On|Oct 10

October 8, 2024

New Aldi store set to open in Staffordshire - here's when

Lifestyle|Oct 8

September 12, 2024

Dudley artist strikes gold with jewellery designs for Greggs, including 22 carat sausage roll earrings

Food and Drink|Sep 12

September 11, 2024

Swimming baths in Stourbridge to reopen - here's when and why it shut

Lifestyle|Sep 11

'I love Park Run and 400 others at Wolverhampton's West Park do too' – fun runner explains the joys of weekly get-together

Wolverhampton|Sep 11

September 10, 2024

iPhone 16 pre orders could open as early as this week if Apple pattern continues

Lifestyle|Sep 10

September 7, 2024

Six-bed home near Walsall with big garden and home gym set to go on auction - see guide price here

September 6, 2024

TV stars enjoy 'last days of summer' at West Mids Safari Park

Like a kid in a toy shop! Toy fair to return bigger and better than ever to Walsall Wood

Lifestyle|Sep 6

September 5, 2024

Wake up and grab a deal with Ikea's Pyjama day deal

Lifestyle|Sep 5

September 4, 2024

The Just Eat tips and discounts that will get you a cheap local takeaway this week

Food and Drink|Sep 4

McDonald’s Monopoly 2024: Martin Lewis' tips to boost your odds as UK menu game returns - when does it start?

Food and Drink|Sep 4

Amazon has launched a huge sale on Ninja products with one of its air fryers nearly half price

Lifestyle|Sep 4

September 1, 2024

West Midlands superstore named among UK's best charity shops

August 31, 2024

Oh deer! Police snap stag on camera near major West Midlands motorway

Five incredible images of dragonflies glistening in Shropshire sunlight covered in morning dew

In photos|Aug 31

August 30, 2024

Designer shopping outlet in Staffordshire ready to celebrate 10 millionth visitor since opening

August 16, 2024

Black Country football hero Jude Bellingham becomes fashion brand ambassador

Football|Aug 16

August 2, 2024

Dozens of adorable kittens in the Black Country looking for their forever home

Lifestyle|Aug 2

July 6, 2024

Money Saving Amy: Wolverhampton mum’s five hot deals, including free theatre shows

What's On|Jul 6

June 16, 2024

I visited the pretty Bridgnorth pub winning fans on Tripadvisor - here's my verdict

Dining out|Jun 16

April 7, 2024

66 photos of Old Skool ravers descending on Wolverhampton for Back To The Roots festival

March 5, 2024

27 adorable dogs near the Black Country who are waiting for their 'forever home'

Lifestyle|Mar 5

December 15, 2023

Oldbury father-and-son dancing duo clock 175 million views on social media videos

Lifestyle|Dec 15, 2023

November 6, 2023

'Delicious food, beautiful grounds and dog-friendly room options ' – Our review of the luxury Tewkesbury Park Hotel

Travel|Nov 6, 2023

November 4, 2023

Challenge Dan: A great day out in Wellington for just £20?

Features|Nov 4, 2023

October 8, 2023

Photographer with an eye for the Black Country's hidden charms celebrates book launch

In photos|Oct 8, 2023

September 29, 2023

Student event back at Cannock designer outlet

Cannock|Sep 29, 2023

June 4, 2023

Twists and turns in latest book from Wolverhampton author

Weekend|Jun 4, 2023

May 10, 2023

Wolverhampton salon owner celebrates top industry award

Wolverhampton|May 10, 2023

April 16, 2023

Wombourne salon owner finds stylish way to cut back on waste

Lifestyle|Apr 16, 2023

March 19, 2023

The beauty of running a salon: Wolverhampton team shortlisted for awards

Weekend|Mar 19, 2023

March 11, 2023

Oscars 95: Our critics on the flicks looking to take home the gongs

Features|Mar 11, 2023

February 14, 2023

Travel Review: Leaving theme parks behind for fun at top Floridian beach

Features|Feb 14, 2023