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James Vukmirovic

Senior Reporter

Senior Reporter at the Express & Star. Contact me at james.vukmirovic@mnamedia.co.uk.

June 16, 2025

Supporting image for story: Pub visitors across West Midlands given chance to win big in new Trivial Pursuit promotion

Pub visitors across West Midlands given chance to win big in new Trivial Pursuit promotion

June 15, 2025

Supporting image for story: I visited a Shropshire pub where a composer was born, now attracting tourists and locals who love Green Monkey lager and live music

I visited a Shropshire pub where a composer was born, now attracting tourists and locals who love Green Monkey lager and live music

June 14, 2025

Supporting image for story: I visited a Telford buffet promising the world on a plate and found good flavours and great service

I visited a Telford buffet promising the world on a plate and found good flavours and great service

June 12, 2025

Supporting image for story: Bewdley Bypass crash: Two people taken to hospital after serious late night collision - police appeal

Bewdley Bypass crash: Two people taken to hospital after serious late night collision - police appeal

Supporting image for story: Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected across Shropshire as unpredictable June weather continues

Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected across Shropshire as unpredictable June weather continues

June 11, 2025

Supporting image for story: Rail services suspended between Wolverhampton and Shrewsbury due to signal failure

Rail services suspended between Wolverhampton and Shrewsbury due to signal failure

June 10, 2025

Supporting image for story: 2025 Complete University Guide: See how Wolverhampton, Staffordshire and Harper Adams ranked in latest league tables

2025 Complete University Guide: See how Wolverhampton, Staffordshire and Harper Adams ranked in latest league tables

June 8, 2025

Supporting image for story: We visit a much-loved pub at the beating heart of an idyllic Shropshire village - where everyone feels 'part of the group'

We visit a much-loved pub at the beating heart of an idyllic Shropshire village - where everyone feels 'part of the group'

June 6, 2025

Supporting image for story: Seven amazing things to do in the West Midlands and Shropshire this weekend (June 6-8)

Seven amazing things to do in the West Midlands and Shropshire this weekend (June 6-8)

June 5, 2025

Supporting image for story: Thunderstorms possible this weekend as weather across Shropshire predicted to take wild turn

Thunderstorms possible this weekend as weather across Shropshire predicted to take wild turn

Supporting image for story: Thunderstorms possible this weekend as weather across West Midlands predicted to take wild turn

Thunderstorms possible this weekend as weather across West Midlands predicted to take wild turn

June 1, 2025

Supporting image for story: We visited a traditional Bridgnorth pub with an old-school feel, a massive garden and much-missed Banks's Mild on tap

We visited a traditional Bridgnorth pub with an old-school feel, a massive garden and much-missed Banks's Mild on tap

May 31, 2025

Supporting image for story: New photos released as police seek men involved in violent disorder at Birmingham City vs Shrewsbury match

New photos released as police seek men involved in violent disorder at Birmingham City vs Shrewsbury match

May 25, 2025

Supporting image for story: We visited a traditional pub near Bridgnorth which has stuck to a rare historic rule for 179 years with customers visiting from all over the UK

We visited a traditional pub near Bridgnorth which has stuck to a rare historic rule for 179 years with customers visiting from all over the UK

May 18, 2025

Supporting image for story: We visit a pub in the Shropshire countryside which combines history with a warm welcome and great beer

We visit a pub in the Shropshire countryside which combines history with a warm welcome and great beer

May 15, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'Stay safe' warning as Shropshire firefighters called to extinguish bonfire in Oswestry

'Stay safe' warning as Shropshire firefighters called to extinguish bonfire in Oswestry

May 14, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'I hope they beat the Eurovision curse': Remember Monday Staffordshire voice coach speaks of her excitement for singing contest final in Switzerland

'I hope they beat the Eurovision curse': Remember Monday Staffordshire voice coach speaks of her excitement for singing contest final in Switzerland

May 12, 2025

Supporting image for story: Heavy rain, thunder and lightning - how weather in the West Midlands is taking a turn

Heavy rain, thunder and lightning - how weather in the West Midlands is taking a turn

May 11, 2025

Supporting image for story: We visited a pub on the Shropshire-Staffordshire border which prides itself on high quality food and a community feeling

We visited a pub on the Shropshire-Staffordshire border which prides itself on high quality food and a community feeling

May 9, 2025

Supporting image for story: Hero police officers who risked their lives to stop car being driven wrong way on M5 are recognised for bravery

Hero police officers who risked their lives to stop car being driven wrong way on M5 are recognised for bravery

Supporting image for story: Rail provider apologises for issues caused on West Midlands line by 'operational incident'

Rail provider apologises for issues caused on West Midlands line by 'operational incident'

Supporting image for story: Train services disrupted between Telford and Wolverhampton due to 'operational incident'

Train services disrupted between Telford and Wolverhampton due to 'operational incident'

Supporting image for story: Severn Valley Railway makes steady progress towards landslip repairs at Mor Brook Bridge

Severn Valley Railway makes steady progress towards landslip repairs at Mor Brook Bridge

May 8, 2025

Supporting image for story: Services returning to normal on rail line between Shrewsbury and Wolverhampton after signalling issues

Services returning to normal on rail line between Shrewsbury and Wolverhampton after signalling issues

May 4, 2025

Supporting image for story: We visited a boozer near Newport where the landlady uses quality food and drink to make a destination pub for all

We visited a boozer near Newport where the landlady uses quality food and drink to make a destination pub for all

April 30, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'It won't make a lot of difference': West Midlands pubs say VE Day extended hours a nice idea, but won't have much effect on business

'It won't make a lot of difference': West Midlands pubs say VE Day extended hours a nice idea, but won't have much effect on business

April 28, 2025

Supporting image for story: May Bank Holiday opening hours confirmed for Aldi stores across Midlands

May Bank Holiday opening hours confirmed for Aldi stores across Midlands

April 27, 2025

Supporting image for story: Watch: We asked couples across Bridgnorth when is the right time to turn the heating off - this is what they had to say

Watch: We asked couples across Bridgnorth when is the right time to turn the heating off - this is what they had to say

April 23, 2025

Supporting image for story: Fire crews rescue child stuck up tree at Telford playground

Fire crews rescue child stuck up tree at Telford playground

March 30, 2025

Supporting image for story: Eccleshall pub full of character and made great due to the quality of the food and warm welcome

Eccleshall pub full of character and made great due to the quality of the food and warm welcome

March 29, 2025

Supporting image for story: Fancy a culinary day out? We take a look at some of the best food and drink festivals across the West Midlands in months to come

Fancy a culinary day out? We take a look at some of the best food and drink festivals across the West Midlands in months to come

March 28, 2025

Supporting image for story: Wolves fans share memories and tributes to legendary striker Bully as he gets ready to celebrate 60

Wolves fans share memories and tributes to legendary striker Bully as he gets ready to celebrate 60

March 27, 2025

Supporting image for story: Oswestry brewery which started as a hobby and has become a life for husband and wife team

Oswestry brewery which started as a hobby and has become a life for husband and wife team

March 25, 2025

Supporting image for story: Safari Park and heritage railway among Wyre Forest attractions acknowledged in Worcestershire Tourism Awards

Safari Park and heritage railway among Wyre Forest attractions acknowledged in Worcestershire Tourism Awards

March 23, 2025

Supporting image for story: Shifnal pub which has risen from the ashes to provide new look, comfortable and friendly place to drink

Shifnal pub which has risen from the ashes to provide new look, comfortable and friendly place to drink

March 20, 2025

Supporting image for story: Shropshire brewery which has survived and thrived to provide fresh, cold and refreshing beers brewed with craftmanship and care

Shropshire brewery which has survived and thrived to provide fresh, cold and refreshing beers brewed with craftmanship and care

March 19, 2025

Supporting image for story: Visitor economy champions from across West Midlands recognised and celebrated at awards evening

Visitor economy champions from across West Midlands recognised and celebrated at awards evening

March 18, 2025

Supporting image for story: I delved under Shrewsbury to taste genuine Mexican street food and enjoy a warm welcome

I delved under Shrewsbury to taste genuine Mexican street food and enjoy a warm welcome

March 17, 2025

Supporting image for story: Birmingham Airport passengers feeling pinch as new stats show how long average delays are between planned and actual take-off

Birmingham Airport passengers feeling pinch as new stats show how long average delays are between planned and actual take-off

Supporting image for story: How delayed are rush hour rail services in the West Midlands? We take a look at how much each service is delayed during the busiest times of the day

How delayed are rush hour rail services in the West Midlands? We take a look at how much each service is delayed during the busiest times of the day

March 16, 2025

Supporting image for story: Hard work of landlords helps to create warm, welcoming and inclusive Pattingham pub

Hard work of landlords helps to create warm, welcoming and inclusive Pattingham pub

March 13, 2025

Supporting image for story: 15 amazing photos from Cheltenham Festival 2025, including Queen Camilla at the races

15 amazing photos from Cheltenham Festival 2025, including Queen Camilla at the races

Supporting image for story: Family-owned Shropshire brewery which pays tribute to the heritage and history of making local beer

Family-owned Shropshire brewery which pays tribute to the heritage and history of making local beer

March 9, 2025

Supporting image for story: Pub with character and old-worldly charm in the heart of the Shropshire countryside

Pub with character and old-worldly charm in the heart of the Shropshire countryside

March 8, 2025

Supporting image for story: Wolves fans have spoken: Bring back the Old Gold for 150th anniversary celebration kit

Wolves fans have spoken: Bring back the Old Gold for 150th anniversary celebration kit

March 6, 2025

Supporting image for story: Severn Trent urges customers across West Midlands to stop the block for British Pie Week

Severn Trent urges customers across West Midlands to stop the block for British Pie Week

Supporting image for story: World Book Day 2025: Sir Lenny Henry returns to West Midlands to start new chapter

World Book Day 2025: Sir Lenny Henry returns to West Midlands to start new chapter

March 5, 2025

Supporting image for story: Fire crews work to tackle kitchen blaze at Shrewsbury home

Fire crews work to tackle kitchen blaze at Shrewsbury home

Supporting image for story: CCTV images released following assault on train between Wolverhampton and Telford

CCTV images released following assault on train between Wolverhampton and Telford

March 4, 2025

Supporting image for story: Excitement sky high for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s first Clay Shoot

Excitement sky high for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s first Clay Shoot