National World says this free limited-edition publication chronicles the newspaper's history and the events it has covered over the last century and a half.
The publisher says significant stories, such as the sinking of the Titanic and the actions of Lisa Potts during the Wolverhampton school machete attack, are highlighted alongside historic images.
Readers of the 150th commemorative magazine can immerse themselves in photographs from the Express & Star’s archives dating back to the 1870s, including images from the funeral of Sister Dora in Walsall in 1878 and the Wolves squad of 1888-89, added National World.
Editor Mark Drew, who has been with the paper for over two decades, said: "Readers will also hear the story of the Express & Star from its very beginnings and how one of the richest men in the world teamed up with a respected Wolverhampton businessman to launch the paper in 1874.
“We haven’t been able to record every twist and turn from the last 150 years in this special edition magazine, but we hope to provide an interesting snapshot of each decade and the news stories that defined them.
"It has been an honour for me to be connected to this newspaper for more than 20 years. Over that time, there has been much change, but the influence of the Express & Star remains, and we continue to strive to cover our region responsibly, accurately, and in an entertaining fashion."
The magazine not only captures the newspaper's past but also illustrates its technological advances and its transition into the digital age, added National World. It aims to serve as a tribute to the newspaper’s enduring legacy and its ongoing commitment to delivering impactful journalism, the publisher continued.
National World says the commemorative issue is a must-have for people across the West Midlands and beyond who have enjoyed reading the Express & Star, or may have even been featured in its pages.
Where can you find your copy?
Cannock – Sainsburys at Orbital Retail Centre, Morrisons in Mill Street, Asda in Avon Road
Dudley – Tesco at Town Gate Retail Park, Morrisons in Charterfield Drive, Asda in High Holborn
Tipton – Asda in Brickhouse Lane, Asda in Wednesbury Oak Road
Sandwell - Morrisons in Holyhead Road, Tesco in Foxoak Street, Asda in Queensway Mall
Walsall – Asda in Woodhall Street, Tesco in Silver Street, Morrisons in Anchor Road
Wolverhampton – Sainsburys in Anders Square, Morrisons on Black Country Route, Sainsburys in Raglan Street, Asda in Daisy Street.
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