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Daniel Walton

Community News Reporter

Community News Reporter covering the West Midlands for the Express & Star.

May 12, 2025

Update issued on Wednesbury house fire which led to four people being taken to hospital

Photos show trail of destruction left behind after Bilston fire tragically leaves man dead as police investigations continue

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Three arrests after CCTV footage released in hunt for Staffordshire arsonists

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Police appeal following assault in Wolverhampton

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Wolverhampton recycling centre 'temporarily closed' due to electrical issues on site

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Woman in hospital with 'potentially serious injuries' after Bilston house fire - as man dies in separate blaze

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Man, 32, wanted by police on suspicion of serious assault in Wolverhampton

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M6 traffic brought to a standstill as police arrest drink drive suspect

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Trams delayed amid Wolverhampton road traffic collision - latest update

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The two men Stourbridge police want to speak to following shop thefts

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Met Office warns West Midlands could see half a month's worth of rain in two hours today

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Inside the Cannock school where students are encouraged to 'grow together'

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May 11, 2025

'We encourage residents to seek support' - Walsall Council responds to borough's shocking obesity stats

May 10, 2025

'It's very sad - I hope the family are okay' - Bilston residents share sorrow after body of woman recovered from pool

'I think fast food is the problem' - Walsall residents weigh in on 'shocking' stats showing town is among the most obese

May 9, 2025

Woman's body found in Bilston pool - police investigating 'unexplained' death

Police seeking male suspect after series of 'brazen' attempted burglaries near Lichfield

Sentence extended for 'violent man' who helped friend fatally stab Harleigh Hepworth

Man, 27, charged with series of burglaries in Walsall, Birmingham and Wolverhampton

'The show must go on' - Pelsall events will continue despite motorbike thefts circus says

Commonwealth Games|May 9

'I think it's great - but I'm worried about traffic': We asked Walsall residents what they think of the new 'super-recycling-centre' ahead of its summer opening

May 8, 2025

Two towns in West Midlands named among 'Britain's fattest' in shocking obesity report - find out where

Walsall marks VE Day 80th anniversary with flag-raising ceremony

'Listen to your body, it will tell you everything' - Dudley's 'Purple Prince' urges to take care of your body following Birmingham run

May 7, 2025

'The support has been fantastic' - YouTuber launches fundraiser for neighbours affect by damage of Bloxwich fire

Buses diverted as road in Wolverhampton closes

Round of 'a-paws' as police dog Archer retires after seven years fighting crime in the West Midlands

New South-Staffordshire and Cannock chief inspector talks about future of policing in the region

Four arrests and bikes seized as police target Walsall anti-social behaviour

We visit the beautiful Staffordshire village with three pubs and charming locals who offer a friendly welcome

May 6, 2025

Walsall Council unveils new 'odour control system' for £32M Aldridge waste recycling centre

May 5, 2025

'This is what community is about' - Walsall families commemorate VE Day with lively street party

'I will be very proud - to think I'm still here' - Staffordshire Second World War veteran starts procession as thousands line the streets of London for four days of VE Day commemorations

100-year-old Lichfield veteran among those to join King Charles III for VE Day tea party

Warm weather ahead as sunshine and moderate temperatures predicted for the West Midlands

Three Dudley roads set to close to traffic for gas and grounds works

Full list of proposed parking charges for three West Midlands beauty spots

Environment|May 5

'Every year children build friendships to last a lifetime' - Welcome to the Great Wyrley school that prides themselves on 'personal development'

May 4, 2025

Great Birmingham Run organisers respond following public transport timing concerns

10-year-ban for 'trusted' kennel owner from Great Barr who let dogs suffer

Thousands attend Wolverhampton Vaisakhi Mela to celebrate 'community and faith'

Great Birmingham Run 2025: 24 fabulous photos as thousands of runners take to the streets

Hednesford Town: Club update as supporter airlifted to hospital following home win

'We're going up!': 21 fantastic photos showing promoted Hednesford Town's win over Congleton Town

May 3, 2025

Great Birmingham Run 2025: Potential travel chaos as trains and trams set to arrive past start time

First World War memorial plaque unveiled at Wolverhampton Train Station

May 2, 2025

Man appears in court after two girls killed in Lichfield collision

Willenhall man given lifetime ban after admitting to beating puppy

Police appeal for wanted 26-year-old from Oldbury

Police appeal for help in finding missing 51-year-old from Stafford