Solihull news

• Hall Green schoolboy 'abused young brothers after social services failed to issue alert about his behavior'

  22-10-2015 22:00
  
  Earlier allegations of abuse and poisoning were not passed on to neighbouring local authority, victims' mother claims
  
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• Cerys Edwards: Antonio Boparan could face death by dangerous driving charge

  22-10-2015 22:00
  
  Police decision on whether to review case hinges on post-mortem examination
  
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• Firefighters tackle blaze at Bloxwich builders merchants

  22-10-2015 21:50
  
  Investigations underway after five crews tackle severe fire at Jewson building
  
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• REPLAY - Birmingham Live: Poundland knife attack, 'Christmas cancelled' at school, live news and travel updates

  22-10-2015 21:12
  
  The latest local and national news headlines, sports results, traffic latest and weather forecast, as it all happened on October 22.
  
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• Trojan Horse schools gave out jobs through 'secret cliques' and mosque, tribunal hears

  22-10-2015 20:00
  
  People got jobs “based on who they know”, teacher claims, adding pupils were convinced they were made of clay
             
  
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• Mum launches campaign to 'Bob for Bobby' as two-year-old son diagnosed with brain tumour

  22-10-2015 20:00
  
  Bobby Humphries from Yardley was diagnosed with a grade II brain tumour weeks after developing a limp on holiday in Turkey
  
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• Could YOU give Grace a forever home?

  22-10-2015 20:00
  
  Adorable three-year-old needs a family for Christmas
  
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• A Birmingham MP asked city residents what 'British values' meant - and this is what they told him

  22-10-2015 20:00
  
  David Cameron wants to promote British values - but what are they?
  
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• Cat lovers Dean and Diane Webb to sue RSPCA over loss of their animals

  22-10-2015 19:48
  
  Couple were previously cleared of cruelty after a trial
  
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• The very best places to eat in Solihull - Birmingham Mail

  22-10-2015 17:47 via
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  The very best places to eat in Solihull
  Birmingham Mail
  As we all know, the borough has lots of great positives, from housing to schools and shopping. But where would you go to eat out in Solihull? We decided to look at the best places. As always, if we've missed something obvious or one of your favourites ...
  

• Sutton Coldfield shooting: Man arrested and bailed

  22-10-2015 17:35
  
  Victim found with leg and buttock wounds
  
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• Tamworth FC keeper Belshaw is boosted by Solihull display - Tamworth Herald

  22-10-2015 17:13 via
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  Tamworth FC keeper Belshaw is boosted by Solihull display
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  TAMWORTH keeper James Belshaw says his side's performance in the 1-1 draw with early pace-setters Solihull Moors was a 'much-needed boost'. But Belshaw says the Lambs now need to back up their performance and find some momentum. "I thought the ...and more »
  

• Solihull JLR worker wins £1 million Lotto jackpot - Birmingham Mail

  22-10-2015 17:09 via
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  Solihull JLR worker wins £1 million Lotto jackpot
  Birmingham Mail
  It's Viva Las Vegas for Solihull JLR worker Ian Dunn – after he scooped a £1 million Lotto fortune. The 28-year-old bought a scratchcard on his way home from the Lode Lane plant and then endured a sleepless night before his massive win was confirmed.
  

• Solihull JLR worker wins £1 million Lotto jackpot

  22-10-2015 17:08
  
  Now he's off to Las Vegas and planning six months off work
  
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• Birmingham Live: Poundland knife attack, 'Christmas cancelled' at school, live news and travel updates

  22-10-2015 16:46
  
  The latest local and national news headlines, sports results, traffic latest and weather forecast, as it all happens on October 22nd.
  
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• Man hurt in Stratford Road car crash

  22-10-2015 16:37
  
  He suffered head and leg injuries in lunchtime collision
  
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• New transport plan to link up Midlands could create 300,000 jobs

  22-10-2015 15:51
  
  Midlands Connect partnership said £1 billion could be added to the regional economy
  
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• Danielle Lloyd and Ashley Westwood among stars at Disney on Ice

  22-10-2015 14:53
  
  Stars and their families attend Disney on Ice at the Barclaycard Arena
  
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• 'Christmas cancelled' at Trojan Horse school, tribunal told

  22-10-2015 14:51
  
  Former assistant headteacher at Nansen Primary said prayers took children away from vital English and maths lessons
  
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• Paedophile ex-Birmingham Children's Hospital 'manipulated' rules to abuse almost 20 boys

  22-10-2015 14:11
  
  Myles Bradbury's offences happened in a later job at Addenbrooke's in Cambridge
  
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• Paedophile ex-Birmingham Children's Hospital doctor 'manipulated' rules to abuse almost 20 boys

  22-10-2015 14:11
  
  Myles Bradbury's offences happened in a later job at Addenbrooke's in Cambridge
  
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• Baby death couple who claimed child was 'possessed' jailed for 25 years

  22-10-2015 13:57
  
  Santino Balaz was just 14 months old
  when he died after suffering a catalogue of injures and neglect
  
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• British Academy Children's Awards led by Horrible Histories

  22-10-2015 13:23
  
  Horrible Histories' Ransom will compete with Harry Hill, who is up for an award for his title role as an eccentric scientist in BBC One's The Incredible Adventures of Professor Branestawm.
  
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• Kingsley Burrell death: Three police officers could face charges

  22-10-2015 13:12
  
  Family welcome announcement that CPS will consider prosecutions
  
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• Mayor unveils Armed Forces Memorial - Solihull Observer

  22-10-2015 13:04 via
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  Mayor unveils Armed Forces Memorial
  Solihull Observer
  FUNDRAISING efforts helped to officially open the Armed Forces Memorial at Woodlands Cemetery in Coleshill on Friday (October 16). The Mayor of Solihull, Councillor Glenis Slater, opened the memorial which was built with the help of the Friends of ...and more »
  

• Police sergeant kicked handcuffed man in head 'like football'

  22-10-2015 13:00
  
  Sgt Mark Cooley denies attack which allegedly knocked out teeth at misconduct hearing
  
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• Birmingham doctor in Syria: The Russians are bombing our hospitals

  22-10-2015 12:00
  
  City GP Ghanem Tayara says whole buildings 'vanish' in huge explosions
  
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• Solihull loses title of best place to live in UK - ITV News

  22-10-2015 11:51 via
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  Solihull loses title of best place to live in UK
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  Solihull has lost its title as the best place to live in the UK, with Edinburgh now taking over the top spot. But it was better news for other areas in the Midlands. Birmingham rose by 38 places to number 35, while Walsall climbed 41 places to number ...
  Solihull named second best place to live in UK - so can you guess which city ...Birmingham Mailall 84 news articles »
  

• Sex beast ordered to pay £200,000 compensation to victim

  22-10-2015 11:30
  
  It will help her re-take exams and pay for psychiatric treatment
  
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• Man slashed friend's throat with Stanley knife in Poundland store

  22-10-2015 10:23
  
  Daniel Miller has appeal against conviction for horror attack thrown out by judges
  
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• 'Limping conman' targeted 95-year-old in scam

  22-10-2015 09:21
  
  West Midlands Police trying to trace man who stole £500 from pensioner
  
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• Jamie Oliver is ready to fight the Government over sugar tax

  22-10-2015 09:12
  
  Father of four fears the soft drinks industry has put pressure on ministers to drop the plans
  
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• Driver suffers fractured cheekbone in Edgbaston road rage attack

  22-10-2015 09:08
  
  Argument starts after car pulls out in front of black VW Golf
  
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• Last Vulcan bomber to become a living aircraft despite retirement

  22-10-2015 08:53
  
  The 55-year-old XH558 has been thrilling millions of enthusiasts around the UK this summer in its last-ever flying season.
  
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• Solihull named second best place to live in UK - so can you guess which city ... - Birmingham Mail

  22-10-2015 08:41 via
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  Solihull named second best place to live in UK - so can you guess which city ...
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  Solihull named second best place to live in UK - so can you guess which city came top? 06:30, 21 Oct 2015; Updated 10:39, 22 Oct 2015; By Andy Richardson. Quality Of Life index has also seen Birmingham rise to number 35, while Walsall also made Top 50.
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• Primary School aims for national glory - Solihull Observer

  22-10-2015 08:37 via
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  Primary School aims for national glory
  Solihull Observer
  A PRIMARY school headteacher has praised his colleague for helping to secure the title as regional winner of the British Chamber of Commerce Education and Business Partnership Award. Graeme Burgess, head of Balsall Common Primary School, was ...
  

• Woman left dangling from seatbelt after Bournville crash

  22-10-2015 08:33
  
  Two vehicle collision sees driver rescued through sun roof of car on its side
  
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• Morning news headlines: Watchdog to announce findings of probe into dominance of big banks, Theresa May at odds with police supremo over stop and search

  22-10-2015 08:18
  
  The latest news from around the world
  
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• Live: Thursday's news, weather, travel and sport updates for Birmingham and the West Midlands

  22-10-2015 08:13
  
  The latest local and national news headlines, sports results, traffic news and weather forecast, as it all happens on October 22nd
  
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• New tourism record for Birmingham as 3m more flock to city

  22-10-2015 07:30
  
  Research published today shows remarkable success of city as a destination for visitors while Library of Birmingham tops poll of free attractions
  
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• Islamic preacher who called on God to 'prepare us for the Jihad' spoke at Trojan Horse school

  22-10-2015 07:30
  
  Sheikh Shady Al-Suleiman was invited to Park View Academy to talk to pupils, tribunal told
  
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• Most read: Aston crash victim named, body found in Perry Barr, Resorts World opens

  22-10-2015 06:15
  
  Catch up on last night's big stories with our roundup of the most read from Wednesday, October 21
  
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• Missing Birmingham woman found

  22-10-2015 00:00
  Missing 24-year-old Zareen Begum was found safe and well last night (Wednesday 21 October). Thanks to everyone who called with information.
  
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• Limping conman stole £500 from 94-year-old woman

  22-10-2015 00:00
  A cold-hearted conman stole £500 from a 94-year-old woman after convincing her he’d been sent to carry out fence repairs.West Midlands Police has released CCTV images showing the man - said to walk with a distinctive limp, favouring his left leg - arrive at woman’s home in Bilston, Wolverhampton, in a silver Mercedes A-Class just after midday on 22 September.
  
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• Couple sentenced after "possessed" baby's death

  22-10-2015 00:00
  A Birmingham couple, who claimed a baby that died in their care was possessed and injured by ghosts, have been jailed today (Thursday).Santino Balaz, a Czech national, who was living in Balsall Heath, was just 14 months old when he died on New Year’s Day this year, after suffering a catalogue of extensive injuries and neglect during his short life.
  
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• Appeal for witnesses after Birmingham road rage attack

  22-10-2015 00:00
  Police are appealing for witnesses after a road rage attack in the Edgbaston area of Birmingham on Saturday 3 October. A fight broke out at the Priory Road and Church Road roundabout after a grey hatchback pulled out in front of a black VW Golf at approximately 7.25pm.
  
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