The photo shows James (now Jim) Drew holding a book called Victory in Europe by Max Hastings.

Travellers had set up camp on wasteland opposite Alexandra High School, and Tory Councillor Richard Geddes said they were dumping waste on the site.

A group of travellers had moved off a site in Church Vale, leaving debris behind them. The photograph shows Roger Haywood inspecting the damage.

The photograph shows Matthew Peters meeting the Dray Horse Team at Savacentre in Oldbury, with help from Barry Coffen.

Former Wolves and England footballer Billy received an Honorary Fellowship during the presentation of awards, degrees and diplomas by the Faculty of Arts, Design and Education. The Governing Council, Councillor Alan Garner, Philip Simpson of the British F

Saxophone players joined a special workshop organised by Saxtet. The photograph shows Andy Tweed in front of the rest of the group.

Catering and domestic staff held a 24-hour strike in their fight for the hotel oweners, Bass Charrington, to recognise the Transport and General Workers Union. David Adamson and Cyril Murdoch are quoted.

Fire officers from across the West Midlands took part in a training exercise on the roof of the department store. Steve Couchman of Merridale Street Station is quoted.

Stow Heath Cleaning Services of Bilston had donated firewood to the striking fire officers to keep them warm. Eric Proctor is quoted.

Hayley Clews from Walsall designed a new fire brigade mascot, Adam Alarm, winning a regional competition. The photograph shows Hayley meeting Alan Alarm and Trevor Harris.