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In the community

30 Apr 2025

VE Day 80th anniversary celebrations in Sandwell

The 80th anniversary of VE Day (Victory in Europe Day) will be celebrated in Sandwell this May with a civic service, a Fabulous 40s event and street parties to honour the Second World War generation.

7 May 2025

VE Day 80 Peace Cards presented to school children

Tipton Town Libraries Local History Group came up with a wonderful idea to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day by delivering Peace Cards to pupils at local schools.

6 May 2025

Warning issued around illegal sales of knives, tobacco and vapes

Sandwell Council has issued a warning to businesses that sell goods illegally – after seizing more than three quarters of a million pounds worth of illicit tobacco and illegal vapes over the past year.

2 May 2025

Would-be street racers warned of consequences of breaching ban

It comes after another individual admitted being in contempt of court following an incident of street racing, also known as car cruising, in Bearwood, Smethwick, in late March.

30 Apr 2025

New council homes in Smethwick

Sandwell Council, in partnership with TR Partnership Homes, has announced a new development that will bring much-needed affordable housing to Smethwick.