New single phone number coming for majority of Sandwell Council services
A single telephone number for most Sandwell Council services will go live next week, making it easier for residents to get in touch by phone when they need to.
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Volunteers help bring Sandwell’s history to life at local archives
A report has highlighted how local volunteers are playing a vital role in protecting and sharing Sandwell’s rich history, giving their time to help uncover stories that connect residents to their past
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New school year – check your ‘superheroes’ are up to date with vaccinations
Parents and carers are being urged to check their children are up to date with vaccinations as they prepare for the new school year starting in September.
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‘Bus gate’ going live in Blackheath town centre to boost shoppers’ safety
A ‘bus gate’ goes live in Blackheath from Tuesday 1 September, aimed at helping bus passengers and other pedestrians feel safer when shopping in the town centre.
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Shop local in Tipton: Improvement works to Owen Street public spaces are now complete
Work to improve public spaces in Owen Street in Tipton has now finished, delivered through government funding to make a safer, brighter and more convenient town centre.
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New Cabinet Member for Children and Families
Councillor Matt Lloyd has been appointed Cabinet Member for Children and Families, replacing Councillor Mona Khurana.
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Sandwell congratulates students on results and reminds young people support is available
Sandwell is congratulating students across the borough who received their A Level, T Level & BTEC results last week and wishing the very best of luck to those collecting their GCSE results this week.
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Tributes paid to Lord Peter Snape of Wednesbury
Tributes have been paid to Peter Snape, the Right Honourable Lord Snape of Wednesbury, who has died at the age of 84.
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Fire safety warning after a series of fires across Sandwell and the West Midlands
Sadly, we have seen more fires in Sandwell and across the West Midlands over the past week, including some devastating scenes yesterday.
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Sandwell launches free parking and free market stall pilot in Wednesbury and Great Bridge to boost town centres
Residents, visitors and traders are set to benefit from a major new initiative aimed at boosting footfall, supporting local businesses and strengthening town centres in Wednesbury and Great Bridge.
