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Normal bin collections over Bank Holiday
Published on 22nd May 2013
Bin collections in Sandwell will take place as normal on Bank Holiday (Monday May 27).
Youngsters reap success of 'Boot Camp' training scheme
Published on 22nd May 2013
Six Sandwell youngsters have kick-started their future careers after attending a special five-day intensive 'Boot Camp' project organised by Sandwell Council.
Thimblemill Brook celebrates lottery grant for improvements
Published on 22nd May 2013
The Friends of Thimblemill Brook have been awarded nearly £50,000 by Community Spaces The Big Lottery Fund.
John's path of honour
Published on 21st May 2013
A dedicated rambler has been honoured by having a special walkway in Sandwell Valley named after him.
Pupils plant trees for the future of Victoria Park
Published on 21st May 2013
Children from a Smethwick school have planted around 60 trees in Victoria Park as part of a wildlife project.
Listen up! e-talking books launch in Sandwell
Published on 21st May 2013
A library in West Bromwich is to hold an open day to launch a new eAudiobook service.
Shakespeare in Sandwell
Published on 21st May 2013
Shakespeare is coming to Sandwell next month as two outdoor performances of his best loved plays are held.
Lifetime achievement award for Sandwell headteacher
Published on 20th May 2013
A Sandwell headteacher has been shortlisted for a national lifetime achievement award after winning the Midlands title.
Linda getting ready for role as new mayor
Published on 20th May 2013
Long-standing Labour councillor Linda Horton will tomorrow(TUES) officially take over as Sandwell's new mayor.
Wednesbury Leisure Centre to close
Published on 20th May 2013
Wednesbury Leisure Centre will close at the end of the month to allow the swimming pools to be demolished, it has been announced.
Possible road delays in West Bromwich
Published on 17th May 2013
Drivers are being warned they could face some delays when a West Bromwich road is closed for two hours for work to take place at an old people's home.
Friends and Neighbours
Published on 16th May 2013
A new community project launched in March that offers help and support to residents has proved to be a great success and now may be extended.
Big Spring Clean kicks off in style
Published on 16th May 2013
Sandwell Council and its waste partner Serco have kicked off this year's Big Spring Clean in style at Great Barr's Q3 Academy.
Road closures for drainage work
Published on 16th May 2013
Two Smethwick roads will be closed while drainage work is carried out as part of a new housing development being built by Barratt Homes.
Licence reviews for two Sandwell off-licences
Published on 16th May 2013
One off-licence in Sandwell has had its alcohol licence revoked and another suspended for 14 days by the borough’s licensing panel.
Dementia information event in West Bromwich
Published on 15th May 2013
An event in West Bromwich next week will focus on dementia and how more can be done to improve quality of life for people with the condition.
Part worn tyres warning
Published on 15th May 2013
Part worn tyre retailers are to be put under the spotlight as Sandwell Council Trading Standards officers look to clamp down on the sale of potentially dangerous tyres.
Food bank welcomes over 1,000 tins and packets from council staff
Published on 14th May 2013
Generous staff from Sandwell Council and its partners have donated more than 1,000 tins and packets to families in need.
Mayor presents Arctic Star to war convoy veteran
Published on 14th May 2013
Sandwell’s Mayor Councillor Keith Davies has presented the Arctic Star medal to 90-year-old war veteran Joseph Jones.
Tackling fly-tipping at Stony Lane Park
Published on 14th May 2013
Sandwell Council has responded to complaints about fly-tipping at a park in Smethwick.
More improvements planned for Tividale Park
Published on 13th May 2013
A senior councillor has pledged further improvements to an Oldbury park following talks with local residents.
New home for restored 'Cross in Hand'
Published on 10th May 2013
A much-loved West Bromwich sculpture has been restored to its former glory and unveiled in a new location.
Paupers' memorial unveiled in Tipton cemetery
Published on 10th May 2013
The Mayor of Sandwell today officially unveiled a memorial to hundreds of poor people buried in unmarked graves in Tipton Cemetery.
Foster Care Fortnight set to launch
Published on 10th May 2013
Sandwell Council is launching a drive to encourage more people to find out about fostering.
Sandwell Arts Festival needs you
Published on 10th May 2013
A drive is under way to recruit volunteers for Sandwell’s summer arts festival.
The Sandwell Energy Switch - save money on your energy bills
Published on 10th May 2013
People living in Sandwell could save hundreds of pounds on their energy bills thanks to a new scheme.
Cabinet re-shuffle at top of Sandwell Council
Published on 10th May 2013
A re-shuffle at the top of Sandwell Council will give it greater focus on what really matters, says the authority’s leader – protecting services to the public at a time of cuts.
Sandwell's Family Information Service wins award
Published on 9th May 2013
Staff at Sandwell Council's Family Information Service (FIS) are celebrating after picking up a top award for customer service.
Council leader congratulates 'promising' Sandwell business
Published on 9th May 2013
Sandwell Council’s leader has congratulated an Oldbury company on being shortlisted in a national competition to find the country’s most promising small businesses.
Council backs ambitious plans for outstanding children's services
Published on 9th May 2013
Sandwell Council has backed ambitious plans to fix its children’s services within a year – and make them among the best in the country by 2016.