VE Day 80th anniversary celebrations in Sandwell
The 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day is set to be celebrated in Sandwell next week with a civic service, a Fabulous 40s event and street parties to honour the Second World War generation.
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Sandwell Leader announces Cabinet roles and responsibilities
Councillor Kerrie Carmichael, Leader of Sandwell Council, has announced her Cabinet for the municipal year of 2024/25. Cabinet Members and their portfolios are:
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Another street racer receives suspended prison sentence for racing in Kenrick Way, West Bromwich
A driver who raced another vehicle and drove at a speed of around 80mph along Kenrick Way in West Bromwich has received a suspended prison sentence.
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Street racers warned that insurers will be told of offences
Drivers who breach a Black Country-wide High Court injunction banning street racing will be hit in the pocket – with police vowing to inform insurance companies of any convictions.
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Sandwell young people ‘take over’ police meeting to give their views
Sandwell young people ‘took over’ a top-level board meeting to give their views and opinions on a range of issues to West Midlands Police.
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Pregnant mothers encouraged to get vaccinated to prevent whooping cough in babies
Cases of whooping cough have seen a national increase, with 1,319 confirmed cases in March alone and five infant deaths in England between January and March 2024.
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Sandwell Council launches Wednesbury Town Centre Masterplan
Residents, businesses and community groups are invited to have their say on the draft Wednesbury Town Centre Masterplan.
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Sandwell Council shortlisted for two Inside Housing Awards
Sandwell Council has been shortlisted for Team of the Year and a hard-working Sandwell Council tenant has been nominated for the Tenant of the Year award at this year’s Inside Housing awards.
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Road improvement project in Wednesbury set to start
Work is set to begin on a major road improvement scheme to introduce new safety measures in Wednesbury from Sunday (12 May).
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Tributes have been paid to Honorary Alderman of Sandwell Tony Ward, who has died aged 84
Tributes have been made to Anthony (Tony) Ward who died last week (15 April 2024) after a period of ill health. The Council’s thoughts are with his family and friends.
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Last chance to register to vote in time for May elections
Sandwell residents are being reminded to make sure they are eligible to vote in the May elections.