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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 will host seven Remembrance parades and services on 8 November 2026, with a two-minute silence at 11am. Road closures in place.
Sandwell Council has approved a new strategy to improve support for children and young people with SEND, backed by £3.3 million in Department for…
Jay Jhaver from Phoenix chose West Brom randomly on Fifa and has woken before dawn for years to watch them. Now he's travelling 5,000 miles to see his…
West Bromwich Albion midfielder Isaac Price credits squad strength after wins against Wrexham and Blackburn, with substitutes scoring late goals in both…
Sandwell Council has started work on 15 affordable apartments in Tipton town centre, converting a historic 1919 flour mill and building new homes on…
Sandwell Council is asking residents and businesses for feedback on its draft budget strategy. The consultation runs until 25 November 2026.
Sandwell Council hosts anti-slavery awareness stand outside Oldbury Council House on 12 October. Learn to spot signs of exploitation and how to report…
Sandwell Council has been shortlisted for a Play England Award, recognising its work to improve children's play opportunities across the borough through…
Sandwell Council and West Midlands Police have closed 11 shops across Cradley Heath and Smethwick for selling illicit tobacco, nitrous oxide and…
Sandwell Council proposes requiring planning permission for small shared houses (3–6 people), currently allowed without approval. Cabinet votes 14 October.
Charlemont Dramatic Society’s volunteer-led production continues at Gayton Road Community Centre until Saturday 10 October.
West Brom midfielder Toby Collyer says manager James Morrison talked about bringing him back to the club months before the summer transfer window opened.
Sandwell Council has delivered 15 new affordable council homes at Hawes Lane, Rowley Regis, with energy-efficient features including heat pumps and solar…
A bus collided with a tree near West Bromwich bus station on Saturday morning, with reports of injuries. Emergency services attended and bus routes were…
Sandwell Council has issued a warrant for a fly-tipper who failed to attend court. The council is intensifying enforcement at hotspots including Forge…
Sandwell Youth Justice Service has been awarded a 'Good' rating by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Probation, with inspectors praising innovative practice…
Sandwell Valley Dog Park has opened a new agility field called Timber Trail, featuring obstacles and sensory equipment. Bookable for £8.50 per hour.
Sandwell Council has returned to Forge Lane to remove illegally dumped waste just three weeks after a major clean-up operation removed 17.2 tonnes of…
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.