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Beauty Clinic to open in West Bromwich on 28 November
Ernesta’s new business at Unit 7b, Ashmore Industrial Park plans an opening event for the local community on Saturday 28 November.
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Sandwell Remembrance Sunday 2026: Seven Parades and Services
Sandwell will host seven Remembrance parades and services on 8 November 2026, with a two-minute silence at 11am. Road closures in place.
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15 New Council Homes Coming to Tipton Town Centre by Early 2028
Work has begun on 15 new affordable council apartments in Tipton town centre as part of the area's regeneration programme. The development includes the conversion of the locally listed old Flour Mill building on Union Street into six apartments, with a further nine new apartments to be built on land behind it.
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Sandwell Council Launches Budget Consultation Until November 2026
Sandwell Council is asking residents and businesses for feedback on its draft budget strategy. The consultation runs until 25 November 2026.
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Sandwell Council Awareness Stand on Modern Slavery, 12 October
Sandwell Council is running a campaign throughout October to raise awareness of modern slavery, with a community awareness stand scheduled for Monday 12 October outside Oldbury Council House from 10am to 2pm.
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Sandwell Council Shortlisted for National Play Award
Sandwell Council has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award in recognition of its work to improve children's opportunities to play across the borough.
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11 Sandwell Shops Closed in Crackdown on Illegal Goods
Sandwell Council has closed 11 shops across Cradley Heath and Smethwick as part of a crackdown on the sale of illegal goods.
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New affordable council homes in Hawes Lane, Rowley Regis
Sandwell Council and TR Partnership Homes Ltd have completed 15 new affordable council homes at Hawes Lane, Rowley Regis.
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Sandwell Council steps up enforcement action against fly tippers with latest arrest
Sandwell Council has issued a warrant for the arrest of an individual accused of fly-tipping after they failed to attend court to answer charges relating to illegally dumped waste.
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New agility course opens at Sandwell Valley Dog Park
Sandwell Valley Dog Park has opened a new agility field called Timber Trail, featuring obstacles and sensory equipment. Bookable for £8.50 per hour.
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Sandwell Council Approves Three-Year SEND Strategy 2026-2029
Sandwell Council has approved a new three-year strategy to improve support and outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Alternative Provision (AP).
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Arizona fan flying 5,000 miles to watch West Brom vs Blackburn
Jay Jhaver from Phoenix, Arizona is travelling 5,000 miles to watch West Bromwich Albion play Blackburn Rovers at The Hawthorns on Saturday — his first time seeing the club in person after following them for years from the United States.
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Albion's Squad Depth Key to Comeback Wins, Says Price
West Bromwich Albion midfielder Isaac Price has highlighted the strength of the squad's depth as the reason behind the Baggies' recent success, following back-to-back wins where substitute players scored decisive goals.
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Sandwell Council Plans HMO Planning Rules Change
Sandwell Council proposes requiring planning permission for small shared houses (3–6 people), currently allowed without approval. Cabinet votes 14 October.
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CADS brings gothic comedy A Tomb With A View to West Bromwich
Charlemont Dramatic Society’s volunteer-led production continues at Gayton Road Community Centre until Saturday 10 October.
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Morrison talked of Collyer move as early as March
West Brom midfielder Toby Collyer says manager James Morrison talked about bringing him back to the club months before the summer transfer window opened.
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Reports of injuries after bus crashes into tree
A bus crashed into a tree on New Street in West Bromwich near the bus station at around 09:00 BST on Saturday.
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Sandwell Children's Trust welcomes 'Good' inspection rating for Youth Justice Service
Sandwell Youth Justice Service has received an overall rating of 'Good' with outstanding elements from His Majesty's Inspectorate of Probation.
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Sandwell Council returns to clean up Forge Lane as fly-tipping crackdown continues
Sandwell Council has returned to Forge Lane and Park Lane to remove further illegally dumped waste, only three weeks after a major enforcement and clean-up operation at the site.
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Success for Smethwick Advice Centre pilot
Sandwell Council's free advice centre in Smethwick has helped over 200 residents with benefits, money and employment issues since July launch.
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West Brom haven't seen the best of me - Mepham
Chris Mepham made his first Championship start since February injury as West Bromwich Albion beat Watford 1-0. The defender says the best is yet to come.
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Sandwell Council launches crackdown on Forge Lane fly-tipping hotspot with offenders identified
Sandwell Council has launched a major enforcement operation to tackle persistent fly-tipping at Forge Lane and Park Lane, with evidence gathered leading to a number of individuals being identified as part of ongoing investigations.
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Sandwell Council fraud investigations protect more than £4 million of public money
Sandwell Council's Counter Fraud Unit has protected public funds through investigations, prosecutions and prevention work during 2025/26, according to the Council's annual Counter Fraud Report.
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New single phone number coming for majority of Sandwell Council services
Sandwell Council launches single phone number 0121 569 7474 from 1 September for most services, with callback technology for some callers.
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