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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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Newest firstSandwell Council launches crackdown on Forge Lane fly-tipping hotspot with offenders identified
Sandwell Council has launched an enforcement operation at Forge Lane and Park Lane, removing fly-tipped waste and identifying offenders through evidence…
Sandwell Council fraud investigations protect more than £4 million of public money
Sandwell Council's Counter Fraud Unit completed 281 investigations and secured 29 prosecutions during 2025/26, recovering 42 council properties from…
Jack and the Beanstalk comes to West Bromwich Town Hall this December
Touring Pantos returns to West Bromwich Town Hall 21-22 December with Jack and the Beanstalk. Reduced ticket prices from £7-£10, under 2s free.
Sandwell Council Launches New BSL Video Series to Improve Access to Key Council Services
Sandwell Council has launched BSL videos covering elections, benefits, housing and council tax to help Deaf residents access key services independently.
Sandwell businesses donate life-saving bleed control kits and defibrillator to boost safety
Four businesses have donated life-saving equipment to Sandwell, including seven bleed control kits and a defibrillator, installed across the borough's…
Explore Sandwell Valley your way with new Tramper mobility scooter
Sandwell Valley Country Park now offers Tramper all-terrain mobility scooter hire at £2.50 per session, making more of the park accessible to visitors…
Today in West Bromwich — 28 August
Today in West Bromwich: ‘Bus gate’ going live in Blackheath town centre to boost shoppers’ safety, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Volunteers help bring Sandwell’s history to life at local archives
Sandwell Archives volunteers have contributed over 1,100 hours to help protect local history, responding to 1,200+ research enquiries and cataloguing…
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.
New Cabinet Member for Children and Families
Councillor Matt Lloyd has been appointed Cabinet Member for Children and Families at Sandwell Council, replacing Councillor Mona Khurana with immediate…
Shop local in Tipton: Improvement works to Owen Street public spaces are now complete
Sandwell Council has finished public space improvements on Owen Street in Tipton, including new pavements, streetlights, bus shelters and crossings…
Today in West Bromwich — 19 August
Today in West Bromwich: Tributes paid to Lord Peter Snape of Wednesbury, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Sandwell congratulates students on results and reminds young people support is available
Sandwell Council offers free careers guidance to students after A-level, T-level, BTEC and GCSE results. Face-to-face advice available at Sandwell…
How do Albion fill gap left by Mowatt's departure?
Alex Mowatt has left West Brom for Derby less than a week after captaining the side in their Carabao Cup win. The club must now find a replacement for…
Fire safety warning after a series of fires across Sandwell and the West Midlands
Sandwell Council warns of fire risk after deliberate fires in Hateley Heath, Tipton and Brandhall. Three firefighters injured. Barbecues banned in parks.
Sandwell launches free parking and free market stall pilot in Wednesbury and Great Bridge to boost town centres
Sandwell Council launches year-long pilot offering free parking and free market stall fees in Wednesbury and Great Bridge from September 2026.
West Brom Sign Norway Midfielder Felix Horn Myhre
West Bromwich Albion have signed Norway midfielder Felix Horn Myhre on a three-year contract from SK Brann. He becomes head coach James Morrison's sixth…
Sandwell Council Closes Six Cradley Heath Shops
Sandwell Council has closed six shops in Cradley Heath High Street for selling illegal goods following an eight-month investigation by Trading Standards…
Six Cradley Heath shops closed for selling illegal goods
Sandwell Council has closed six shops in Cradley Heath since July following an eight-month investigation into the sale of illicit tobacco and illegal…