Cannock1 day agoBoys arrested over wildfire at beauty spotEmergency services are dealing with a series of fires, during a prolonged spell of dry weather.1 day ago2 days agoFormer porter has first robotic knee surgery at hospitalJohn Hall said it was "an opportunity to be part of something that's going to make such a difference."2 days ago6 days agoUnder-threat theatre may be saved, council saysPossible plans to rescue the theatre are due to be discussed by council leaders in Cannock.6 days ago8 days agoBoy, 11, arrested over series of grass firesThe boy is bailed on suspicion of attempted arson with intent to endanger life. 8 days ago5 Aug 2026'We need faster progress on brain cancer research'Julie Parton, who lost her son Ben to the disease, says more needs to be done to improve treatment.5 Aug 202626 Jul 2026How a mythical pigman became a local legendThe myth tells of a half-man, half-pig hybrid created during World War Two in Staffordshire.26 Jul 202610 Jul 2026Police officer admits sexual assaultsAlex Trusler is due to be sentenced in September and will face misconduct proceedings, police say.10 Jul 20267 Jul 2026Three West Midlands theatres on at-risk list The theatres "have the potential to be revived for their local communities with the right support".7 Jul 20265 Jul 2026Why do lorries still keep hitting railway bridges?National Rail says there are more than 1,500 bridge strikes across Britain's rail network each year.5 Jul 2026...
