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Monday, Jul 1

17

I visited West Midlands shoppers' paradise - but families say there's a hidden problem

The residents of Cannock Chase showed concern over business rates

16

Plans for extended rail services from the West Midlands to London and Manchester unveiled

Plans for new train services from the West Midlands to London and Manchester have been unveiled following the cancellation of HS2's northern leg.

15

I visited the West Midlands town where residents say they can't cope

The residents of Walsall said immigration was a big issue

13

West Midlands Youth Robotics Team crowned ‘Humble Geniuses’ at UK Championships

After months of hard work, collaboration and grit, 380 young people, aged 12-18, stepped onto a national stage to be crowned champions at the FIRST Tech Challenge UK Championship in Cambridge held on Friday, 21 June.

Housebuilder appoints new West Midlands managing director

A new managing director has been appointed at housebuilder Barratt and David Wilson Homes's Mercia division.

Housebuilder appoints new West Midlands managing director

A new managing director has been appointed at housebuilder Barratt and David Wilson Homes's Mercia division.

11

I visited West Midlands town where people are saying 'breaking point'

Standing on Redditch high street, near the market, locals voiced their opinions about the general election

08

22 fascinating summer pictures from days gone by in the West Midlands

And, for many, it will inevitably lead to memories of past summers when the West Midlands has enjoyed long spells of hot sunshine.

Sunday, Jun 30

West Midland bus fares increase today - see what the new rates you'll have to pay are

www.expressandstar.com

Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) announced in mid-June that day and season bus tickets were set to ride by an average of six per cent as the industry 'struggles to meet the ongoing challenges of rising costs'.

Saturday, Jun 29

07

Full list of every unsolved murder in the West Midlands since 1940s as dozens of killers free

New Freedom of Information data from police details every tragic victim sadly still without justice since the 1940s

Friday, Jun 28

23

Mainly Midland: College Dean's list, CASA expansion, Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame

www.mrt.com

Congrats to local students on the Dean's List and Midwestern State graduates! CASA of West Texas expands its service area. Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame nominations are open.

14

Historic Shree Krishna Mandir celebrates 50 years in West Bromwich

www.expressandstar.com

One of the oldest Hindu Temples in the West Midlands, recently celebrated its 50th anniversary.

11

"True icon of decent politics": Tributes paid to former West Midlands MP Dr Richard Taylor following death

www.expressandstar.com

Tributes have been paid to a former independent MP who fought to preserve hospital services in his community.

West Midlands business confidence falls back according to report

www.shropshirestar.com

Business confidence in the West Midlands fell 19 points during June to 37 per cent, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking.

West Midlands business confidence falls back according to report

www.expressandstar.com

Business confidence in the West Midlands fell 19 points during June to 37 per cent, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking.

06

I visited one of the West Midlands' wealthiest towns and they all had the same problem

Standing in the local shopping centre and high street, locals voiced their opinions about the upcoming general election

Thursday, Jun 27

15

West Midlands Ambulance Service pay tribute to Channel 4 star found dead in Hednesford house

Colleagues said the death of Daniel Duffield, who starred in Channel 4's 999: On the Frontline, was a "great tragedy"

09

Has Labour given up fighting Nigel Farage in Clacton? Candidate Jovan Owusu-Nepaul ‘sent to West Midlands’

www.independent.co.uk

The party has reportedly sent its candidate from the seaside constituency in Essex to campaign in the West Midlands instead

07

I visited West Midlands town where people fear they're being left behind

The residents of Brownhills were frustrated over the lack of investments

Wednesday, Jun 26

17

Bank of Ireland appoints Marie Meehan to lead 61-branch network in West, Midlands & North East

www.bankofireland.com

26 June 2024 – Bank of Ireland has appointed Marie Meehan to the role of Area Director for the West, Midlands and North East, which includes over 500 colleagues and 61 branches across 14 counties. Marie has more than 20 years’ experience…