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Boxer suspended and brother jailed for Dudley High Street attack

A boxer was suspended from the ring after a pedestrian was struck with a cricket bat and then by a car during a fracas in Dudley's High Street during lockdown.

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'Heavy rain could bring flooding' as yellow warning in place over West Midlands until Monday night

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'This is what the game is about' - Kind-hearted Walsall fans give seat to Bradford supporter on way to match

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Four fire crews attend overnight vehicle fire in West Brom

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Attempted murder charge and three arrests after triple-stabbing at Birmingham Wetherspoons

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Police take action after reports of 'aggressive begging' in Wednesfield

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Emergency services called after vehicle hits mobile phone mast

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'Heavy rain could bring flooding' as yellow warning in place over West Midlands until Monday night

Unarmed Sandwell police officers given bravery award for disarming shotgun brandishing man during 'routine' door-knock

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Two jailed for 'vicious machete attack' in Darlaston that left victim disabled

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'Every pupil is cherished': Wolverhampton school praised by Ofsted

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Great beer, diverse food and warm welcome help make Wolverhampton pub heart of the community

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Leo Ross: 14-year-old charged with eight offences including murder as family pay tribute to 'kind and loving' 12-year-old stabbed to death

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Dudley Council claims axed pop-up tips will not result in extra fly-tipping

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Police take action after reports of 'aggressive begging' in Wednesfield

West Midlands Police officers were seen tackling 'aggressive begging' in Wednesfield this morning (January 26).

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Attempted murder charge and three arrests after triple-stabbing at Birmingham Wetherspoons

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Two jailed for 'vicious machete attack' in Darlaston that left victim disabled

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Boxer suspended and brother jailed for Dudley High Street attack

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Leo Ross: 14-year-old charged with eight offences including murder as family pay tribute to 'kind and loving' 12-year-old stabbed to death

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More than 20,000 people sign up to CCTV database to help West Midlands Police catch criminals

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Wanted man with links to Kidderminster pictured after failing to report to police station

Great beer, diverse food and warm welcome help make Wolverhampton pub heart of the community

We take a closer look at a pub which provides a warm welcome to all with a great range of beer, diverse food from South Asia and a community feeling.

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West Midlands is named 'best place to start a business' in new analysis

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Crystal shop owner lives the dream as she turns passion into successful Newport business

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Homes for homeless young people sought by YMCA Black Country

Your World|Jan 25

Erwin Hymer Centre Travelworld to host luxury motorhome and camper van event

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Wombourne business raises over £3,000 for Acorns Children’s Hospice

Your World|Jan 25

PR expert's consultancy shines as it earns a spot on excellence award shortlist

Your World|Jan 25

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Birmingham|Jan 15

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Politics|Jan 14

'Every pupil is cherished': Wolverhampton school praised by Ofsted

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Top marks for Ofsted ‘outstanding’ school in Walsall

Your World|Jan 25

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Your World|Jan 25

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Education|Jan 24

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Education|Jan 24

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Property|Jan 24

Third set of plans to turn Walsall office block into flats refused

Property|Jan 24

Decision delayed after row over Great Barr children’s home plans

Property|Jan 23

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