Express & Star

The Express & Star is an evening newspaper serving the West Midlands and Staffordshire regions of the UK. Established in 1889, its headquarters are located in Wolverhampton, England.

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Especially for you - Tickets for Jason Donovan's Wolverhampton gig on sale now

9 hours ago | expressandstar.com | Paul Jenkins

Jason Donovan's Doin 'Fine at the moment, with a tour across the UK and Ireland this year which will see him play to 40,000 people. And the Australian singer, who hit it big originally in hit soap Neighbours, has announced a Wolverhampton date in February next year with a Doin' Fine Encore.
'I thought I was having smear tests but it turned out not to be the case' - Black Country mum speaks out after failed diagnosis leaves her facing Stage Four cancer battle | Express & Star

12 hours ago | expressandstar.com | Paul Jenkins

A young Black Country mum of three, who was repeatedly failed by the NHS and her GP surgery, is calling for improved education and more ‘smear testing’ for women. Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Stephanie Washington waited over 12 months for her cervical cancer diagnosis after eight appointments with her doctor and multiple emergency hospital visits left her in constant pain, with no clear diagnosis.
'All is not lost': Council speaks of hopeful future for axed Staffordshire museum and theatre

12 hours ago | expressandstar.com | Daniel Walton

The leader of Cannock Chase Council, Councillor Tony Johnson, has said that negotiations are taking place into a potential new lease of life for both the Museum of Cannock Chase and the Prince of Wales Theatre. Both venues were earmarked for closure as part of the council's budget proposal for 2025/26 in November last year, with a full council meeting in February being the last nail in the coffin for both locations.
'The Last Hurrah' - Museum of Cannock Chase hosts a poignant final event before closing doors for the final time

23 hours ago | expressandstar.com | Daniel Walton

Hundreds of people turned out for the last event at the Museum of Cannock Chase, on Valley Road, Cannock, ahead of their closure on Friday, April 25. The closure of the museum was announced earlier in 2024 as part of Cannock Chase Council's attempts to close a £1.3 million budget gap for the 2025/26 period. Following the announcement, community groups came together to oppose the move, however, it was finally revealed that the museum would be near the end of April.
Three appear in court following death of woman hit by van on golf course near Sutton Coldfield

1 day ago | expressandstar.com | Paul Jenkins

Three men have appeared at Wolverhampton Crown Court charged with the manslaughter of Suzanne Cherry. Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565The 62-year-old from Aldridge was hit by a van when playing golf at Little Aston Golf Club near Streetly on April 11 at 10.25am and seriously injured- she later died in hospital.
New operation launched to tackle Wolverhampton organised crime

1 day ago | expressandstar.com | Daniel Walton

A new operation has been launched to help tackle violence and serious organised crime. Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565West Midlands Police have announced the launch of a new city-wide operation in Wolverhampton that will help tackle organised crime and violence through proactive policing.
St George's Day has moved: Where's it moved too and why?

1 day ago | expressandstar.com | Daniel Walton

Thousands of people have woken up this morning waving their St George's flags, however, you might be surprised to find out that you have actually gotten the date wrong. St George's Day is typically celebrated on April 23 of each year, however, if you are one of many to celebrate the day today, then you are actually five days too early. For the day, councils, community groups, charity organisations and neighbourhoods come together to celebrate the life of Saint George, the patron saint of England.
300 stolen vehicles worth £3m recovered in 'super-charged crackdown' on car crime

1 day ago | expressandstar.com | Daniel Walton

Operation Vantor is a dedicated initiative launched by the West Midlands Police in May 2024 to combat a sharp spike in vehicle thefts across the region. The operation launched after data revealed a 35 per cent rise in cars being stolen between 2021 and 2023. However, since the operation was launched last year, car crime in the West Midlands has dropped by more than 10 per cent, with officers saying that the work 'highlighted' the crucial and ongoing work by dedicated officers.
St George's Day 2025: All you need to know about England's national day

1 day ago | expressandstar.com | Daniel Walton

With St George's Day upon us, we have compiled all of the crucial facts that you need to know to make the most of the day. St George's Day is a feast day dedicated to England's patron and Christian martyr, Saint George. The feast is celebrated on April 23 of each year and marks the death of the martyred patron Saint George, who is said to have died in around 303AD.
'It's the perfect place to live' - We visited a historic Staffordshire city that is worth seeing whatever the weather

1 day ago | expressandstar.com | Daniel Walton

Lichfield is a city steeped in history and culture. A historic region of Staffordshire where there is a little bit of history around every corner. For our Love Your Neighbourhood feature, we went on a rainy walk around the city to visit all of the major hot spots and shopping venues, asking the question, 'Why is Lichfield a good place to be'. The first thing you notice about Lichfield is the picturesque Lichfield Cathedral, it's the reason that many choose to visit the city for the first time.