Tag Archives: Downes

Who’s that girl?

Posted on January 3, 2016 by BrownhillsBob

In the informative and fascinating discussion over the question of George Colley and Lisa Ashby’s research into the Holden family that I feature here last week, an interesting side issue was raised: that of the identity of the well built;t lady in several 1926 General Strike era local photos.

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The kindness of strangers – thank you

Posted on April 21, 2015 by BrownhillsBob

I just want to take a moment to say thanks to all who shared and kept an eye out for the silver mountain bike stolen from Brownhills High Street last Sunday Morning – the lad who had the bike taken sadly doesn’t have it back (any info still appreciated) but I and his mum would like to thank those of you who offered to help in so many ways.tumblr_n2x25c7w3V1qib2vgo1_1280 Continue reading →

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Urgent! Bike stolen from Brownhills

Posted on April 19, 2015 by BrownhillsBob

Hi folks – while I’m prodding the hardware with a long stick, there’s an important shout out I need to make for a young lad who does a paper round for Downes Newsagents in Brownhills.
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Brownhills – leading the way in innovative greetings

Posted on June 14, 2013 by BrownhillsBob

Spooted in the Brownhills search on Twitter, posted by @georgeyB95, comedy signage at Downes Newsagent, Brownhills.
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