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Christmas and New Year bin collections
Published on 12th December 2013
The majority of Sandwell residents' bin collections will be on their normal day over the Christmas and New Year holidays.
Check food hygiene ratings before you eat out this Christmas
Published on 17th December 2013
If there’s one thing guaranteed to ruin your Christmas, it’s a nasty bout of food poisoning.
National alert over deadly Caribbean soft drink
Published on 17th December 2013
Sandwell Trading Standards has issued a warning after a Caribbean soft drink was found to be contaminated with a lethal level of cocaine.
Tickets on sale for Mayor's big night out
Published on 16th December 2013
Talented musicians, dancers and a comedian will take to the stage at West Bromwich Town Hall in March to raise money for local charities.
Free parking in the run up to Christmas
Published on 12th December 2013
Shoppers can park for free on Sandwell Council car parks and on streets on the two weekends before Christmas.
Sandwell youth scheme attracts European interest
Published on 12th December 2013
A pioneering project created in Sandwell to help young people not in education, employment or training (Neet) is set to be rolled out internationally.
Sandwell primary schools move up league table
Published on 12th December 2013
Sandwell has shot up the education league table after a big rise in the number of pupils at good or outstanding primary schools, according to Ofsted.
The Manor House to feature on BBC2's Tudor Monastery Farm
Published on 9th December 2013
The Manor House in West Bromwich features in the BBC Two history programme Tudor Monastery Farm on Wednesday evening (11 December).
DJ and dhol drummers at Sandwell Mayor's charity evening
Published on 9th December 2013
The Mayor of Sandwell is raising money for charity by staging a night of music and food at West Bromwich Town Hall this (Saturday 14 December.)
Sandwell town crier gets "heart of gold" award
Published on 6th December 2013
Sandwell's town crier Adrian Holmes is making sure the borough's name is heard loud and proud across the country - achieving a special award for being "a true gentleman".
Christmas fair and lights switch on at Lion Farm this afternoon
Published on 6th December 2013
A Christmas Fair at an Oldbury estate returns this year, bigger than ever before with special guest Gracie the Lion switching on the lights.
Primary pupils take part in "green" scheme in Tipton
Published on 6th December 2013
Primary pupils planted hedgerow saplings alongside a Sandwell canal to improve the environment and encourage wildlife to flourish.
Festive fun at Tipton libraries
Published on 6th December 2013
Santa will be making a special appearance at Christmas events at two Tipton libraries.
Twelve days of Christmas at Sandwell libraries
Published on 6th December 2013
Get in the festive spirit with the Sandwell Libraries team, who are showcasing their services with a special Twelve Library Days of Christmas on Facebook.
Remember a loved one this Christmas
Published on 6th December 2013
This Christmas you can remember your loved ones and give back to the community by purchasing a tag for the Mayor’s Memory Trees.
Portway Reference Group receives an award
Published on 6th December 2013
A group of volunteers were given an award in recognition of their work on the design of a brand new leisure centre in Sandwell.
Sandwell game wins industry award
Published on 6th December 2013
A cutting-edge computer game for young people in Sandwell has won a top industry award.
Primary pupils are GCSE stars
Published on 28th November 2013
Bright sparks from Sandwell primary schools are celebrating after passing their maths GCSE - several years early.
Bridge work completed ahead of schedule
Published on 28th November 2013
Sandwell's highways boss will re-open a 170-year-old Oldbury bridge that has undergone major safety work that has been completed ahead of schedule.
More than a fifth of electric blankets tested were dangerous
Published on 28th November 2013
More than a fifth of electric blankets tested by trading standards officers in Sandwell were found to be potentially lethal, it has been revealed.
Christmas light switch on events
Published on 27th November 2013
Come along to our free Christmas light switch on events around Sandwell.
Young people's 'Sandwell's Got Talent' show
Published on 26th November 2013
Young people will be showcasing their talents in aid of the Mayor's charities with a special show featuring singers, bands and dance.
Mayor and deputy leader carry out ceremony
Published on 25th November 2013
Sandwell Mayor Linda Horton and deputy leader Steve Eling have carried out the topping out ceremony for the new £12.5 million leisure centre in West Bromwich.
Never Saw It Coming - Sandwell's most wanted
Published on 25th November 2013
The hunt to find Sandwell's most wanted crime thriller is over.
Princes End Christmas lights switch on
Published on 25th November 2013
The Christmas lights in Tipton will be switched on by Mayor of Sandwell, Mickey and Minnie Mouse and Santa this Saturday (November 30).
Gardening scheme's fundraising winter fair
Published on 22nd November 2013
Growing Opportunities - part of Sandwell disabled people's charity Ideal for All - is holding a fundraising winter fair.
Free parking for Christmas lights switch-ons
Published on 22nd November 2013
Motorists will be allowed to park free of charge for the Christmas lights switch-ons in Sandwell.
Organ concert and civic carol concert
Published on 21st November 2013
The next in the series of Organ Concerts at West Bromwich Town Hall takes place next month.
You can help our wildlife
Published on 21st November 2013
Helpers are needed for a number of events planned at a West Bromwich nature reserve.
Super heroes aid recycling
Published on 21st November 2013
Super heroes have been taken on to encourage Sandwell residents to recycle more.