Latest news
Consultation proposed on future of Brandhall Golf Course
Published on 22nd October 2019
The first new major public park in Sandwell’s 45-year history could be created in Oldbury alongside a new school and new homes.
Holiday activities at Sandwell libraries thanks to funding support
Published on 22nd October 2019
Half-term fun at Sandwell libraries next week will include entertaining activities funded by a special grant secured by the Federation of Friends of Sandwell Libraries.
Blue Light scheme wins national award
Published on 22nd October 2019
A much-praised scheme to help dependent drinkers in Sandwell while easing the pressure on emergency services has won one of the country’s top public health awards.
Volunteers help improve facilities at The Bridge Centre
Published on 22nd October 2019
A group of volunteers and contractors worked together to decorate rooms and corridors at The Bridge Centre in St Marks Road, Tipton, with materials provided by suppliers.
Award success for apprenticeship work
Published on 21st October 2019
Sandwell Council has won top national recognition for its much-praised work with apprenticeships and school leavers
Half-term Halloween fun in Sandwell
Published on 21st October 2019
There are more than 300 fun activities, sessions and events to keep families entertained in Sandwell this October half-term holiday.
WMCA and Sandwell Council deal unlocks biggest brownfield housing site in region
Published on 21st October 2019
A huge swathe of former industrial land in Sandwell is to be turned into homes after lying derelict for decades.
Road safety award for Great Barr primary school
Published on 18th October 2019
A Great Barr school has scooped an award for improving road safety for pupils, parents and the community.
Ten year anniversary at Smethwick primary school
Published on 17th October 2019
Staff, parents and special guests were joined by the Mayor of Sandwell to celebrate ten years since the school site first opened.
New mobile library launched
Published on 17th October 2019
A new mobile library has been officially launched to provide books and other services to Sandwell people who cannot get to their local library.
Transport advice for autumn and winter
Published on 17th October 2019
Sandwell Council's cabinet member for sustainable transport, Councillor Jackie Taylor, is issuing advice for road users this autumn to help traffic move more freely across the borough.
Students attend council meeting as part of National Democracy Week
Published on 17th October 2019
Students from two Sandwell high schools learned more about democracy this week when they attended a full council meeting.
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.
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.
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.