'There was this sudden big burst of light, then it was just fire': Residents react after house's roof is destroyed by lightening
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Dudley|Aug 13
Daniel Walton
Community News Reporter
Community News Reporter covering the West Midlands for the Express & Star.
Library says 'get reading' with Marvellous Makers summer challenge
Brownhills|Aug 2
Council leader calls on Commissioner for "immediate assessment" of police resources following repeat violent incidents
Crime|Aug 2
Two men appear in court charged with arson following Bloxwich fire
Crime|Aug 2
Police release image of man they want to speak with after an assault in Birmingham
Crime|Aug 2
Birmingham man who 'pledged oath of allegiance' to Islamic State is jailed for terrorism offences
Crime|Aug 2
'All I could think about was saving my children': Bloxwich mum tells of horror as fire struck at her family home leaving them homeless
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Crime|Aug 2
Wolverhampton's The Halls hosting the UK's premier dance competitions
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Wolverhampton|Jul 31
Wolverhampton Council reacts to issues raised at heated meeting over proposed children's home
Wolverhampton|Jul 31
Netherton reservoir safety calls petition nears goal following death of Netherton teen
Netherton|Jul 31
Say hello to Oatcake! Staffordshire residents choose delicious name for newest mascot
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Nostalgia|Jul 31
Man charged after police find drugs in van at motorway service station
Crime|Jul 25
'Fly high, we all miss you': Heartfelt tributes left at reservoir to tragic 16-year-old who has been named locally
Netherton|Jul 25
One left 'seriously injured' as lorry rolls onto its side in M6 crash blocking lanes and causing long delays
Transport|Jul 25
'Is it just fantasy?' – Find out what we thought about the UK's largest fantasy market event
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Attractions|Jul 25
'He was the heart of our family': Tribute to man, 91, knocked down by car as police seek witnesses
Wolverhampton|Jul 20
'Witches are a force for good!' Adrian Chiles embraces the 'dark arts' after visit to witch shop
Dudley entertainment|Jul 20
Sex offender who is 'threat to children' and paid man overseas to carry out abuse is jailed
Crime|Jul 20
Major Staffordshire road re-opens following emergency water main repairs
Transport|Jul 20
West Midlands weather –find out the forecast for the rest of the week
Walsall|Jul 17
Watch: Smoke seen for miles around as over 100 firefighters tackle huge blaze at sports equipment factory in Birmingham
Birmingham|Jul 17
Police appeal for information following theft from shop
Crime|Jul 17
Man charged with several offences after police officers pursue car on M6
Crime|Jul 17
Man, 21, charged with string of vehicle crimes in Dudley area set to appear at court
Crime|Jul 17
Fire service warn of gas cannister safety following shed fire in Staffordshire that spread to car
Staffordshire|Jul 17
Reduced service on tram route due to 'bus blocking track' in Birmingham
Birmingham|Jul 17
'I'm going to miss you all': Teacher looks back on 23-year career as she prepare to retire
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Education|Jul 17
'Everything is so expensive': Students plead for 'vital' free bus service to remain
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Education|Jul 17
Worried Wolverhampton lecturer speaks out after university axes free shuttle bus
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Education|Jul 17
'Welcome back': Singing sensation helps to reopen popular curry house following refurb
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South Staffordshire|Jul 16
Watch: All-new care home takes shape with opening date advertised
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Stourbridge|Jul 16
Cannock family centre given £16,000 in crucial funding following a rise in demand
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Cannock|Jul 16
'It's been a massive honour': Smethwick Sikh sculpture is 'better than new' after refurbishment
Smethwick|Jul 16
