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In the community
17 Oct 2025
Sandwell Plants 80 Trees for Peace
Sandwell is set to mark 80 years since the end of the Second World War by planting 80 native trees across six local parks.
17 Oct 2025
Sandwell Council urges responsible and considerate firework use to protect residents and animals
We are urging residents to use fireworks safely, responsibly and considerately this autumn as fireworks season begins with celebrations such as Bonfire Night, Diwali and other community events.
16 Oct 2025
Have your say on budget proposals
A consultation is now open to give residents, businesses and voluntary organisations the chance to have their say on proposals and what their priorities are for 2026/27.
8 Oct 2025
Making It Our Home – New display celebrates hospital’s anniversary
A new Sandwell Story display has been installed at the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) Winter Gardens as part of the hospital’s first anniversary celebrations.
26 Sep 2025
Council announces plans for Community Road Safety Concern Programme
Sandwell Council has confirmed that its new Community Road Safety Concern Programme 2025/26 is moving ahead, with schemes now being designed and the first works expected on site from January 2026.
12 Sep 2025
Are you ready for bin collection changes?
From next Monday (15 September), Sandwell Council will introduce alternate weekly collections (AWC) and a new dual-stream recycling service.
10 Sep 2025
World Suicide Prevention Day: Let’s get men talking in Sandwell
“You ok, mate?” is a new public health campaign being launched in Sandwell to tackle the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and encourage more men to talk about their mental health.
25 Jun 2025
Region shares new story for Sandwell
Young people, industry and leaders share how together they’re Making It Sandwell.