Sandwell to introduce changes to bin collections from 15 September 2025
From 15 September this year, Sandwell Council will introduce changes to bin collections to improve recycling quality and meet new Government regulations.
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Armed Forces Day 2025
Sandwell Council is inviting residents and people from further afield to join Sandwell’s annual Armed Forces Day on Saturday 28 June 2025 from 10.45am to 4pm at the Civic Square, Oldbury.
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Children to breathe easier as schools help tackle pollution on Clean Air Day
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker went back to school to announce a new education programme that will help thousands more schoolchildren improve the air quality where they live.
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Last chance to apply for the Active Travel Community Grant
Sandwell Council is currently running a Community Grant Scheme for projects which get people walking, wheeling, or cycling. It’s open to charities, community groups and schools.
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A letter to the Consul General of India
Dear Dr. M. Venkatachalam IFS,
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Sandwell SHAPE Youth Summer Fest is back on Saturday 12 July
Sandwell’s SHAPE Youth Summer Fest is back for 2025 with the biggest selection of free activities ever!
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New housing planned for Grafton Lodge site
Sandwell Council has announced the sale of the Grafton Lodge site for the creation of much needed housing.
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Wrights Bridge reopens after major repairs
Waterways charity Canal & River Trust, working in partnership with Sandwell Council, has reopened the 129-year-old Wrights Bridge after extensive repairs.
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The first Motown & Soul Night Out at Sandwell Valley Visitor Centre
Sandwell Council is inviting residents to step back in time and groove to live, timeless classics at its first Motown & Soul Night Out on Saturday 28 June 2025 at Sandwell Valley Visitor Centre.
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Forge Mill Farm’s “Farming Fortnight”
Forge Mill Farm has proudly wrapped up a hugely successful “Farming Fortnight,” welcoming over 880 participants from 41 groups to the farm in the last two weeks.
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Sandwell Council starts work on crossing at Heath Street
Sandwell Council is starting work on a ‘Tiger Crossing’ and new canal access at Heath Street Smethwick on Monday 16 June.