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Live entertainment announced for fireworks night in Sandwell
Published on 15th October 2019
A great line-up of live entertainment has been announced for this year’s fireworks display and bonfire party at Dartmouth Park, West Bromwich, on Friday 1 November.
Still time to sign up for Holly's Race in Tipton this weekend
Published on 14th October 2019
There's still time to register to take part in a fun run in aid of Save The Children in Tipton this weekend.
Extension nearly complete for primary school in Smethwick
Published on 11th October 2019
Building works are nearing completion to double the capacity of a Smethwick Primary School.
Community activities coming up at West Smethwick Park
Published on 11th October 2019
A series of free activities as part of the community programme at West Smethwick Park are being held over the next two weeks.
Support for rough sleepers as Sandwell marks World Homeless Day
Published on 10th October 2019
Housing officers at Sandwell Council are working with a local Sikh charitable organisation to help the homeless.
Sessions for people who want to get online
Published on 9th October 2019
Sandwell Council is participating in a national digital campaign to help more people to get online and learn new digital skills.
Sandwell Council leads the way on housebuilding
Published on 9th October 2019
Sandwell Council is leading the way on housebuilding, with hundreds of much-needed council properties being built across the borough.
Launch of pilot scheme to help vulnerable homeless people
Published on 9th October 2019
A pilot scheme to help some of the most vulnerable homeless people has been launched in Sandwell.
Vote now for All the Fun of the Fair competition finalists
Published on 8th October 2019
People can vote now for their favourite pieces of work by Sandwell artists in the final of the All the Fun of the Fair competition.
Advice line reminder for people facing homelessness
Published on 8th October 2019
Residents in Sandwell are being reminded that the council offers help to anyone at risk of homelessness or in need of benefit advice.
Safety and health advice for West Bromwich at Safer 6 roadshow
Published on 8th October 2019
Safety, crime prevention and healthy living advice will be available in West Bromwich on Monday 14 October when the Safer 6 campaign roadshow comes to the town centre.
Chance for budding authors to get Skrawling!
Published on 7th October 2019
Everyone has one novel in them, so the saying goes – and budding authors in Sandwell are being given the chance to unleash their creative side.
Community fridge touring Sandwell
Published on 4th October 2019
Sandwell Council is developing an Inclusive Economy Deal, which will be among the first in the country.
Dormant funds helping boost projects for children and young people
Published on 4th October 2019
Sandwell Council has passed cash in dormant charity funds to the Heart of England Community Foundation to help local charities to run activities for young people.
National recognition for scheme helping dependent drinkers
Published on 3rd October 2019
A scheme helping dependent drinkers in Sandwell while easing the pressure on emergency services has been nominated for another top national award.
Making music sessions in Wednesbury
Published on 1st October 2019
A special series of music-making sessions are to be held at Wednesbury Library to help people experiencing memory loss or living with dementia.
Town grants support fun in the sun
Published on 30th September 2019
Town grants for groups amounting to more than £3,000 helped to finance two events in West Bromwich to encourage local people to get together in their communities.
Gold national award for Tipton Cemetery
Published on 27th September 2019
The much-praised Tipton Cemetery has won a highly-coveted gold award in a national competition.
Children tackle dangerous parking at Ferndale Primary
Published on 27th September 2019
Children at Ferndale Primary in Great Barr have launched a campaign to make the roads safer around their school.
Townswomen's Guild trip thanks to town grant
Published on 27th September 2019
Members of a Townswomen’s Guild in Sandwell who are celebrating the group's 70-year anniversary went on a special celebratory trip to a Shropshire beauty spot.
Make a pledge for a prosperous Sandwell
Published on 26th September 2019
Sandwell Council is reaching out to its communities and asking them to help make the borough the best it can be.
Brand-new primary school opens in Smethwick
Published on 25th September 2019
The first brand-new primary school in Sandwell in more than 40 years opened its doors in Smethwick in September.
Kids' designs urge drivers to park safely outside Oldbury school
Published on 23rd September 2019
Creative kids got out their colouring pens to encourage people to park safely outside their school.
Fireworks display and party to celebrate 50th anniversary of Moon landings and The Beatles' Abbey Road
Published on 20th September 2019
The 50th anniversary of two iconic moments from the 60s will be celebrated at a fireworks display and party at Dartmouth Park in West Bromwich.
Celebrate Black History Month at Sandwell libraries
Published on 20th September 2019
A hard-hitting play based on a controversial General Election and the famous visit of American civil rights leader Malcolm X to Smethwick is part of October's Black History Month in Sandwell.
Heritage fund cash for Wednesbury town centre improvements
Published on 20th September 2019
Sandwell Council has welcomed the news that plans to restore the historic centre of Wednesbury are set to go ahead thanks to a Government cash grant.
Apply for school places in Sandwell
Published on 19th September 2019
Parents in Sandwell can now apply for school places if their child is due to start high school or reception in September 2020.
Improvements to Carters Green area well under way
Published on 18th September 2019
A major improvement scheme at Carters Green, West Bromwich, to install new paving, seating and street lighting along with more trees and a new public square and events area is well under way.
Rangoli photo exhibition at Sandwell libraries
Published on 17th September 2019
International Rangoli artist Ranbir Kaur is opening a new photographic exhibition of her work at Sandwell libraries to tell the story of her journey in colour.
Caring Tipton girl teams up with council to stage fun run following social media search
Published on 13th September 2019
A caring Tipton girl who was tracked down on social media after her letter touched the hearts of council bosses is planning a fun run in aid of Save The Children.