In the papers: Decision over hit-and-run chargespublished at 13:59 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
Here are some of the headlining stories on The Sentinel's website today:
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In the papers: Decision over hit-and-run chargespublished at 13:59 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
Teenage motorcyclist seriously injured in crashpublished at 13:43 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
A motorcyclist, believed to be in his late teens, was hurt in a crash last night.
The ambulance service say they were called to the site of the collision on Hipswell Highway, Coventry, shortly after 18:50.
Staff treated the motorcyclist for muliple injuries, including to his head, chest, arm and leg before he was taken to University Hospital.
Tributes paid to 'funny and caring' man found stabbedpublished at 13:29 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
A man found dead in the street on Boxing Day evening has been named.
Image source, Warwickshire PoliceScott Bosley, from Warwick, or Boz as he was known to family and friends, was found with stab wounds outside a house in Kettlewell Close.
His family described him as a "smart, hardworking, funny, caring person who would do anything for anyone".
His long term partner Bethann said he had "so many friends, and always made us laugh and smile".
Harry Stone, 21, of Sutherland Close, Warwick, charged with Mr Bosley's murder, was remanded in custody at Warwick Crown Court earlier today.
Positives for winger despite lack of West Brom winspublished at 13:13 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
Leona Smart
Broadcast Journalist, BBC WMWest Bromwich Albion winger Matt Phillips says there's still a positive attitude in the squad, despite the team having now gone 18 Premier League games without a win.
Image source, Getty ImagesThe Baggies created plenty of chances in their goalless draw with Everton on Boxing Day but couldn't score.
They face Arsenal at the Hawthorns on Sunday.
Quote MessageIf we keep creating chances, sooner or later we will start scoring. We're on our home patch again and we'll look to get three points
Matt Phillips, West Bromwich Albion winger
Your pictures: The best of 2017published at 12:57 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
This young boy trying to stop an ice-cream van is one of the best readers' photographs sent in this year.
Phil Calvert took the image of his four-year-old son, Benedict, and the van at the Roaches in Staffordshire - which didn't stop.
Image source, Phil CalvertYou can see the rest of the pictures here and find details here about We set the theme; you take the pictures.
'He never shuts up' - defender praised at Port Valepublished at 12:43 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
Lee Blakeman
Port Vale commentator, BBC Radio StokePort Vale defender Nathan Smith (pictured) says he thinks he and Gavin Gunning have what it takes to form a strong, long-term defensive partnership.
Image source, Getty ImagesThe pair have played together at centre-half for the past two games for the Vale and have conceded just one goal.
Quote MessageHe doesn't shut up [during a game]. He might shout some random stuff during the game but I've enjoyed playing with him, he's a loud guy, he never shuts up and he keeps you on your toes
Nathan Smith, Port Vale defender
Large fuel spillage on A50published at 12:30 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
BBC News TravelA large fuel spillage is causing delays on the A50 eastbound in Stoke-on-Trent, driver are being warned.
Police are at the scene between Meir Tunnel and Tesco assisting highways officers in clearing the road.
In the papers: Student accommodation for conservation area sitepublished at 12:17 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
Some of the main stories on the Coventry Telegraph website today are:
Road set for four-week revamppublished at 12:08 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
Vicky Norton
BBC Radio StokeA road in Newcastle-under-Lyme's going to be shut during a four-week project to resurface it at a cost of £150,000., external
Image source, GoogleStaffordshire County Council's spending the cash on Wedgwood Street, Wolstanton, and will replace kerbs and resurface the pavements as well.
It says the work will start from 2 January with a diversion in place for one week when the road's completely shut to traffic, although it promises people will be able to get to their houses.
Taylor moves into PDC quarter-finalspublished at 12:06 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
Sixteen-time world champion Phil Taylor moves into the PDC World Championship quarter-finals with a 4-0 victory over Keegan Brown.
Read MoreFallen trees affecting rail servicespublished at 11:45 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
BBC News TravelCross Country services through Birmingham New Street are being affected by fallen trees.
Passengers are being advised to check services and listen to station announcements.
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End of twitter postTwo arrested after police chasepublished at 11:40 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
Two men have been arrested after officers followed a van they suspected to have been stolen.
The two were eventually arrested on suspicion of theft and drug offences in Stoke-on-Trent, on Thursday afternoon after a "minor collision," said Staffordshire Police.
A 30-year-old from Stoke-on-Trent and a 21-year-old man from Birmingham both remain in police custody.
Flats set for repair work after fatal firepublished at 11:25 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
Sarah Robertson
Journalist, BBC Radio StokeRefurbishment work to a block of flats in Stoke-on-Trent is due to start next week, three months after a fatal fire.
The properties in Ringland Close, Northwood, have been empty since the blaze which killed a mother and daughter in October.
It also left a six-month-old girl with life-changing injuries.
Six families who were living there have now been rehoused by Stoke-on-Trent City Council.
Staffordshire Fire Service says an investigation into the fire is still under way to work out the exact cause, although it's believed a storage heater too close to clothes was to blame.
Crash closes M40 carriagewaypublished at 11:25 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
BBC News TravelOne lane of the M40 is blocked northbound in Warwickshire at J15, says Highways England.
One vehicle has come off the carriageway and emergency services, including the air ambulance, are attending the scene.
Your pictures: Snowy scenespublished at 11:10 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
Our BBC Weather Watchers have been out capturing images of the lingering snow.
_Wettonroad_ took this one in Butterton, in the Staffordshire Peak District.
Image source, _Wettonroad_Videoman uploaded this picture of Leek in Staffordshire.
Image source, VideomanNot so much snow around in Longnor, as this picture from Peter Steggles shows.
Image source, Peter StegglesMore than 500 without powerpublished at 10:52 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
More than 500 homes are without power in the Stoke-on-Trent area, says Western Power Distribution.
The company hopes power will be restored by 11:30.
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End of twitter postDinosaur goes on display at zoopublished at 10:32 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
Calum McKenzie
BBC NewsAn eight-foot-tall, moving Tyrannosaurus rex dinosaur model has gone on show at Twycross Zoo.
Image source, @TwycrossZoo/TwitterThe 17-foot-long structure, which visited the zoo earlier this year, will be on display alongside some baby dinosaurs.
"They were immensely popular," Ryan Floyd, from the zoo, said.
"So we figured there was no better way to round off the year by bringing them back again."
The models are on show until Sunday.
West Coast main line second worst for delays, report findspublished at 10:23 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
One in 50 trains on the West Coast main line was delayed by at least 30 minutes in 2016-17, according to research by the consumer group Which?
It found Virgin Trains East Coast was the train company with the highest proportion of significant delays, with 3.7% of its services running between 30 minutes and two hours late.
This was followed by Virgin Trains West Coast (2%) and CrossCountry (1.1%).
A Virgin Trains spokesman said: "Clearly, it's harder to run trains exactly to time over a 400-mile route, and around 80% of delays are outside of our control."
Shadow transport secretary Andy McDonald said Labour would renationalise the railways.
"This research shows that private rail companies are failing to provide reliable services and the Government is refusing to hold them to account... Labour will take our railway back into public ownership to be run for passengers, not profit."
Car crashes into housepublished at 10:22 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
A car has gone off the road and crashed into the side of a house, causing some structural damage.
Image source, Hereford and Worcester FireThe incident happened at the junction of Alcester Road and New Road in Hollywood earlier.
The fire service say staff are assessing the safety of the building and no-one was trapped or seriously hurt.
Image source, Hereford and Worcester FireBrothers set to meet as Wasps aim for revenge on Bathpublished at 10:06 Greenwich Mean Time 29 December 2017
BBC SportIt's set to be a family affair when Wasps meet Bath at the Recreation ground tonight.
Image source, Getty ImagesMarcus Watson (pictured, right) is back on the wing for Wasps to set up a meeting with his brother Anthony, the home side's full-back.
The return of England's James Haskell at blindside flank is Wasps' other main change after he was rested for the 49-24 win over Gloucester.
Quote MessageBath did a job on us at the Ricoh. You have to give them credit. They were the better team on the day. But we're better now than we were then. We've evolved as a team. It's up to us to go and reverse that result
Dai Young, Wasps director of rugby
