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17 Oct 2025

Sandwell Plants 80 Trees for Peace

Sandwell is set to mark 80 years since the end of the Second World War by planting 80 native trees across six local parks.

17 Oct 2025

Sandwell Council urges responsible and considerate firework use to protect residents and animals

We are urging residents to use fireworks safely, responsibly and considerately this autumn as fireworks season begins with celebrations such as Bonfire Night, Diwali and other community events.

16 Oct 2025

Have your say on budget proposals

A consultation is now open to give residents, businesses and voluntary organisations the chance to have their say on proposals and what their priorities are for 2026/27.

8 Oct 2025

Making It Our Home – New display celebrates hospital’s anniversary

A new Sandwell Story display has been installed at the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) Winter Gardens as part of the hospital’s first anniversary celebrations.

26 Sep 2025

Council announces plans for Community Road Safety Concern Programme

Sandwell Council has confirmed that its new Community Road Safety Concern Programme 2025/26 is moving ahead, with schemes now being designed and the first works expected on site from January 2026.

12 Sep 2025

Are you ready for bin collection changes?

From next Monday (15 September), Sandwell Council will introduce alternate weekly collections (AWC) and a new dual-stream recycling service.

10 Sep 2025

World Suicide Prevention Day: Let’s get men talking in Sandwell

“You ok, mate?” is a new public health campaign being launched in Sandwell to tackle the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and encourage more men to talk about their mental health.

25 Jun 2025

Region shares new story for Sandwell

Young people, industry and leaders share how together they’re Making It Sandwell.