Feb
2010
Articles from 10th Feb 2010
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Lorry driver kidnapped and cargo of Lego stolen
Feb 10 2010 | West Midlands News
A man has been arrested in connection with the kidnap of a lorry driver who was gagged, bound and abducted and his load of Lego stolen before being abandoned in Staffordshire. Read
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Solihull Council Tax set for 2.25pc increase
Feb 10 2010 | West Midlands News
Solihull Council is looking to increase collaborations with neighbouring authorities to make savings in its upcoming budget. Read
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Murder enquiry launched as man dies after stabbing in Birmingham
Feb 10 2010 | West Midlands News
Police have launched a murder inquiry after a man stabbed on Wednesday in Birmingham died from his injuries. Read
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Women arrested by Shrewsbury murder probe detectives
Feb 10 2010 | West Midlands News
Police investigating the murder of a 52-year-old Shrewsbury man have arrested two women on suspicion of perverting the course of justice. Read
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Budget crisis at Birmingham City Council hits £60m
Feb 10 2010 | West Midlands News
A Black hole at the centre of Birmingham City Council’s finances has hit almost £60 million, raising fears that services and thousands of jobs will have to be sacrificed in order to get spending back under control. Read
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Walsall hotel serves up free Valentine's Day treat to Afghan heroes
Feb 10 2010 | West Midlands News
An army couple from Staffordshire are set to swap the Afghan war zone for some wining and dining this Valentine’s Day with a romantic evening for two at a Walsall hotel. Read
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Birmingham City Council to axe up to 2,000 jobs as spending is cut by £75m
Feb 10 2010 | West Midlands News
Birmingham City Council is to axe up to 2,000 jobs and cut spending by £75 million over the next year. Read
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Four men injured in Stechford car crash
Feb 10 2010 | West Midlands News
Four men have been taken to hospital following a car crash in Birmingham today. Read
