Road improvement project in Wednesbury set to start
Work is set to begin on a major road improvement scheme to introduce new safety measures in Wednesbury from Sunday (12 May).
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Pregnant mothers encouraged to get vaccinated to prevent whooping cough in babies
Cases of whooping cough have seen a national increase, with 1,319 confirmed cases in March alone and five infant deaths in England between January and March 2024.
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Sandwell Council launches Wednesbury Town Centre Masterplan
Residents, businesses and community groups are invited to have their say on the draft Wednesbury Town Centre Masterplan.
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Sandwell landlords fined for housing tenants in dangerous prohibited building
Two landlords in Sandwell have been fined for housing tenants in a dangerous building with a judge expressing his disapproval following a hearing at Dudley magistrates.
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Sandwell Council shortlisted for two Inside Housing Awards
Sandwell Council has been shortlisted for Team of the Year and a hard-working Sandwell Council tenant has been nominated for the Tenant of the Year award at this year’s Inside Housing awards.
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Tributes have been paid to Honorary Alderman of Sandwell Tony Ward, who has died aged 84
Tributes have been made to Anthony (Tony) Ward who died last week (15 April 2024) after a period of ill health. The Council’s thoughts are with his family and friends.
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Primary school place offer day in Sandwell
Families applying for primary school places were notified today (Tuesday 16 April), either by email or letter, which school their child will be starting in September 2024.
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Last chance to register to vote in time for May elections
Sandwell residents are being reminded to make sure they are eligible to vote in the May elections.
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Shaping a new carer support service for Sandwell - live consultation
Are you a family member, friend or neighbour who provides, or has provided, unpaid care to someone living in Sandwell? Do you have family or friends in Sandwell who provide unpaid care?
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Smethwick lad making a splash in swimming with epic medal haul
We're so proud of Smethwick resident, Kaiden Hitchins who is making waves in the swimming world.