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Green light for council new builds Jul 2 2008
HOMELESS people hit by high property prices and a shortage of rented accommodation are set to be thrown a lifeline by Solihull Council through the building of new social housing. more
Hospital pilots superbug screening Jul 2 2008
PATIENTS of all ages admitted to Solihull Hospital will under-go screening for the potentially deadly superbug MRSA as part of a pioneering scheme to cut infection rates. more
Car crash kills racing veteran Jul 2 2008
LIFELONG motorsport enthusiast and retired businessman Malcolm Eaves died at the weekend while returning from an event in Gloucestershire. more
Aston Villa DVDs up for grabs Jul 3 2008
ASTON Villa fans can relive all the excitement of the 2007/08 Premier League season on a recently released DVD and the Solihull Times & News have teamed up with the distributors to offer readers the chance to win a copy in an online competition.The 2007/08 Premier League season was a memorable one for Aston Villa, as they had one of their most exciting and successful campaigns for many years.Now released on DVD the Official Season Review DVD is available for fans to relive all of the action from a truly memorable campaign which saw attendances soar to a 58 year high and a top six finish.Scoring 71 league goals the Martin O'Neil's re-shaped team were involved in some great games and fans witnessed the emergence of some great talent. Gareth Barry capitalised on his previous season's success with another consistent campaign, although most of the headlines went to Ashley Young, whose breathtaking performances earned him international recognition.Martin Laursen, meanwhile, finally managed to stay injury-free and was not only an ever-present in league matches but also scored six goals.The new DVD also recounts the emotional farewell to Olof Mellberg who, after seven years' loyal service, said hisgoodbyes and headed off to Italy with supporters' cheers ringing in his ears.But perhaps the greatest occasion was the Second City derby match. Having already beaten the old enemy 2-1 at St Andrew's, Villa put on a super show for the home fans and demolished Birmingham City 5-1 to record an unforgettable victory.Every goal and every game of this incredible season is featured in this comprehensive review of 2007-08, as wellas 30 minutes extended highlights of that wonderful victory over Villa's fiercest rivals.The 2007/08 Official Aston Villa Season Review DVD is available now from avfc.com priced £15.99.To be in with a chance of winnining a copy e-mail the answer to the following question to solihull_times@mrn.co.uk or solihull_news@mrn.co.uk, along with your name and address.How many of last season's Second City derbies did Aston Villa win? more
Appeal for blind dog Jul 4 2008
Abandoned pooch mushroom needs help from bighearted residents to pay for his sight saving operation. more
Care home given the seal of approval Jul 4 2008
A SHIRLEY care home has become one of the first nationwide to be awarded top marks for their outstanding services. more
dDownturn leads to jobs setback Jul 4 2008
EMBATTLED house builder Taylor Wimpey has confirmed it is axing 900 jobs to help cope with a "significant downturn" in business. more
Farewell nec hello lg arena Jul 4 2008
SOLIHULL'S biggest entertainment venue is to have a new name following a £28 million overhaul. more
fFormal approval for Solihull casino Jul 4 2008
EXCITING plans for a large casino are to begin as Solihull Council have accepted an invitation to become a licensing authority. more
Help is at hand to support dads Jul 4 2008
MOTHERS receive all the credit for raising children but charity NCH is hoping to help fathers play a more pivotal role in their youngster's up-bringing. more
I can't believe they fined me Jul 4 2008
A DISABLED man was reduced to tears yesterday (Thursday) after a parking attendant fined him as he was renewing his blue badge. more
No master key in locker theft Jul 4 2008
IN last week's Solihull News we featured the plight of Len Leung and his family who were hit by thieves while swimming at Tudor Grange. more
Nursery clocks up its golden anniversary Jul 4 2008
A SERIES of gold-themed events have been planned to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Blossomfield Infant and Nursery School. more
Projects get relief from sporting fund Jul 4 2008
SPORTING projects in the borough could receive a major boost as £15,000 has been made available on behalf of Sports Relief. more
Sir achieves referee goal Jul 4 2008
AFTER 12 years blowing the whistle as a referee a Solihull teacher has finally seen his dream of officiating at a Coco Cola Championship match come true. more
Success story just gets better Jul 4 2008
A GROWING business in Solihull is now on course to employ more than30 people by July - less than 18 months after securing their first order for business. more
the race is on to beat cancer Jul 4 2008
A CHELMSLEY Wood bank clerk who lost her teenage sister to cancer is urging more women to join in this year's Race for Life. more
Vicar opposes 'gay' rebels Jul 4 2008
A Solihull vicar has voiced his full support for the Archbishop of Canterbury, who confronted the views of the rebel Anglicans striving to split away from the church. more
You can find all the inspiration you need for a great day out for the family at a wide range of venues across the region.
