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Great War soldiers event at Haden Hill House
Published on 25th September 2018
Turn back the clock 100 years at Haden Hill House Museum in Cradley Heath on Sunday (30 September) at a special event to mark the centenary of the end of the First World War.
Recycling Right campaign launches
Published on 26th September 2018
A special “Recycle Right” campaign has been launched in Sandwell tying in with this year’s national Recycle Week (24-30 September).
Carers leading the way with Dignity Programme
Published on 26th September 2018
Care staff from across Sandwell have been recognised for the work they are doing to promote the importance of treating the elderly with dignity.
Council continues investment in council homes
Published on 25th September 2018
Sandwell’s cabinet members have approved nearly seven million pounds worth of investment in its council housing stock.
Don't forget to vote for your Green Flag favourite
Published on 25th September 2018
There's still time to vote for your favourite Sandwell green space in a national poll.
Safer 6 campaign is back - with fire station fun day launch
Published on 21st September 2018
Sandwell’s autumn Safer 6 campaign is back – promoting safety, crime prevention and healthy living across the six towns.
Exciting stage for Smethwick's Lions of the Great War statue
Published on 20th September 2018
The sculpting of a statue of a First World War Sikh soldier has entered an exciting stage, as work begins to cast the landmark monument in bronze.
Healthy eating award for Oldbury workers' canteen
Published on 20th September 2018
A canteen used by workers repairing the M5 viaduct has clinched a gold award for serving healthy choices.
Get advice if you're buying a used car
Published on 19th September 2018
Residents are being reminded of their rights when buying a used car - with a week of advice coming up with Sandwell Council's trading standards team.
Conference celebrating safeguarding adults
Published on 19th September 2018
A conference celebrating the work of organisations who protect adults with care and support needs comes to Smethwick next month (October).
Careers advice in Wednesbury and West Bromwich
Published on 18th September 2018
Young people age 16 to 29 are invited to come to careers advice sessions to get free advice from experts.
New project to help tackle litter
Published on 17th September 2018
A new community volunteer project has been launched to help tackle litter in Sandwell.
Environmental health team promotes Gas Safety Week
Published on 17th September 2018
Sandwell Council’s environmental health officers are warning about the dangers of faulty oven ignition switches as part of Gas Safety Week.
Apply for school places now
Published on 17th September 2018
Parents and carers can now apply for school places if their child is due to start high school or reception in September 2019.
Two unauthorised encampments moved on from Sandwell
Published on 14th September 2018
Council and police officers moved on two unauthorised encampments in Sandwell yesterday (Thursday) – within five hours of them arriving.
Roald Dahl Day celebrated in Sandwell
Published on 13th September 2018
Children from St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School in Oldbury have been treated to a special performance to mark Roald Dahl Day on 13 September.
Proposal to double capacity at primary school in Smethwick
Published on 12th September 2018
Plans to double the capacity of a primary school in Smethwick are set to be discussed by Sandwell Council's cabinet next week (Wednesday 19 September).
Cycle links to stations proposed
Published on 12th September 2018
Sandwell Council has unveiled plans to improve cycling links to local railways and tram stations across the borough.
Free healthy lifestyle sessions for children
Published on 12th September 2018
Sandwell’s School Nursing Service is offering free healthy lifestyle drop-in sessions for young people.
Sandwell wins praise from Government over dealing with unauthorised encampments
Published on 11th September 2018
Sandwell Council has won praise from the Government for dealing with unauthorised encampments.
Advice service helps hundred of young people after exams
Published on 11th September 2018
Hundreds of young people are on their way to a better future after their exams, thanks to Sandwell Council’s Connexions service.
Vote now for your favourite Sandwell 'hidden treasure'
Published on 10th September 2018
Vote now for your favourite piece of art in the final of Sandwell’s Hidden Treasures art competition.
New memorial bench marks WW1 centenary in Wednesbury
Published on 6th September 2018
The people of Wednesbury are remembering 100 years since the armistice that ended the First World War - with a new commemorative bench in the centre of the town.
Sandwell's talented young people impress ITV's 'The Voice Kids'
Published on 5th September 2018
Producers from the popular ITV series The Voice Kids rolled into Sandwell for a showcase of talented youngsters from the SHAPE Your Talent contest.
Landlords reminded of change to HMO licensing
Published on 4th September 2018
Landlords are being reminded that the law affecting houses of multiple of occupation changes next month (1 October).
Kids to get fruit at swimming
Published on 3rd September 2018
Children attending Sandwell’s free swimming sessions are being offered fruit to help them achieve their five a day targets and promote healthier snack options.
Vote for your favourite Sandwell green space
Published on 3rd September 2018
Residents can vote for their favourite green space in a national poll - with 10 Sandwell sites in the running.
Have you responded to our letter about being registered to vote?
Published on 30th August 2018
Sandwell residents are being reminded not to lose their right to vote - by completing their annual canvass form and returning it to the council.
Sandwell pupils get top GCSE results
Published on 23rd August 2018
Young people across Sandwell have been getting their GCSE results today.
Great Bridge youngsters grow their own
Published on 22nd August 2018
Children in Great Bridge have been getting the chance to enjoy growing some vegetables and flowers at a special project in Farley Park.