M6 Southbound Delays Near Sandwell After Lorry Breakdown
Two lanes closed on M6 southbound between J9 and J8 due to broken down lorry. Delays of 40 minutes and six miles of congestion reported.
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Farage Promises 'Fresh Start' for Sandwell with Reform
Reform leader Nigel Farage pledges a 'fresh start and new faces' if his party wins Sandwell council, aiming to end Labour's 50-year grip, but offers few specific policies.
Sandwell Councillors Deny Assault and Affray Charges
Two suspended Labour councillors from Sandwell have pleaded not guilty to assault and affray charges related to an incident outside a Cradley Heath pub. Their trial is scheduled for 2029.
Reel Feel Cinema Outdoor Screenings in Sandwell
Reel Feel Cinema is bringing immersive outdoor screenings to Sandwell with sing-a-longs, pyrotechnics, and live entertainment. Full schedule for May and June.
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Sandwell Gets Giant Outdoor Cinemas with Lasers, Pyrotechnics
Reel Feel Cinema brings immersive outdoor screenings to Sandwell Valley Park and Lightwoods Park, featuring sing-alongs, lasers, pyrotechnics, live DJs, street food, and fairground rides.
Sandwell Councillors' Trial Delayed to 2029 Over Charges
Two Sandwell councillors, Daniel Millard and Claire Mayo, will not face trial until July 2029 for alleged assault and affray charges from an incident in Cradley Heath last July, with delays blamed on court backlogs.
Man Hospitalised 10 Days After Sandwell Shop Attack, Police Appeal
A man was seriously assaulted outside a shop in Blackheath, Sandwell, leaving him hospitalised for 10 days. Police have charged a 54-year-old with grievous bodily harm and are appealing for witnesses and mobile phone footage.
Sandwell Council Bids £1.3m to Demolish Community Centre for Homes
Sandwell Council will bid for £1.3m from the Brownfield Land Release Fund to demolish the former Cradley Heath Community Centre, making way for around 13 new homes, after closing the facility last year due to high running costs.
£1.5m Investment Creates 25 New SEND Places in Sandwell Schools
Sandwell Council plans to use £1.5 million in government funding to create 25 new SEND places at Ocker Hill Academy and Wood Green Academy, both also part of a major rebuilding programme.
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Sandwell Council Plans 50 Flats at Garden Centre and Police Station
Sandwell Council is set to purchase a garden centre and a former police station to build approximately 50 affordable flats, with construction expected to start in late 2026 and completion by spring 2028.
Urgent 999 Appeal for Missing Sandwell Schoolboy
West Midlands Police have launched an urgent public appeal to find schoolboy Mccallum, missing from Sandwell since Monday morning. Authorities urge anyone who spots him to call 999 immediately.
AI Tests Sandwell's 'Safest Roads' with Surprising Results
An AI-powered app assessed road quality in Sandwell, West Midlands, after the borough received a top government rating. The technology detected multiple defects including potholes and cracking.
Boy, 4, 'Heartbroken' at School Attendance Party Exclusion
A four-year-old boy at Holyhead Primary Academy was left upset after watching classmates with perfect attendance enjoy an ice-cream party he couldn't join, sparking debate about reward systems.
Sandwell Named Second Least Healthy in England
A new study reveals Sandwell residents face significantly lower healthy life expectancy, with poverty and deprivation cited as key factors driving health inequalities.
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Sandwell Councillor Joins Advance UK After Labour Exit
Councillor David Wilkes has left the Labour Party to join right-wing group Advance UK, marking his third political affiliation change since being elected as a Conservative in 2022.
Sandwell: Top First-Time Buyer Hotspot with Bargain Prices
Sandwell ranks second nationally for first-time buyer purchases, with over two-thirds of homes sold to newcomers. Average prices of £185,235 offer affordable entry to the housing market near Birmingham.
Sandwell Council Tax Rise Adds £111 to Average Bill
Sandwell Council has approved a 4.99% council tax increase for 2026/27, raising the average Band D bill by £111. The budget includes investments in roads, parks, CCTV, and recycling centers, alongside £8m in cuts and savings.
Sandwell Councillors Plead Not Guilty to Assault, Affray
Two Sandwell councillors, Daniel Millard and Claire Mayo, have entered not guilty pleas to charges of affray and assault following an alleged incident in Cradley Heath last year. They will appear in court next month.
Sandwell Named Second Worst in England for Life Expectancy
A new study exposes Sandwell as having among the lowest healthy life expectancy rates in England, with women living in good health only to 51.3 years. The IPPR analysis highlights stark north/south health divides.
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Dental Practice Expansion Rejected Despite High Demand
Sandwell Council has refused plans for a three-storey extension at Complete Dental in Bearwood, citing visual impact and privacy concerns, despite the practice reporting significant patient demand and long waiting lists.
Sandwell Woman Missing, Police Urge 999 Calls
Police are appealing for help to find Eleanor, a woman from Sandwell who went missing in the early hours of Friday, February 13. She was last seen wearing specific clothing.
Sandwell Man Admits Appalling Double Assault in Staffordshire
Asa McGahan from Sandwell pleaded guilty to two counts of assault causing actual bodily harm after attacking a woman twice within 24 hours in October 2024, then fleeing arrest.
Teenage Girl Harassed on Buses: Police Appeal
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a teenage girl reported being harassed multiple times on buses in Sandwell over a four-month period.
NHS Worker Struck Off for Sexual Harassment of Colleague
A former Sandwell Hospital theatre practitioner has been removed from the register after a tribunal found he sent a colleague pornographic messages and gifts. Read the full details of the misconduct case.
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Sandwell's Lost and Found Pubs in 2025
A look at the fate of Sandwell's historic pubs in 2025, from closures and demolition to surprising plans for revival and redevelopment across the borough.
Man arrested for drink driving after police chase in Sandwell
A 26-year-old man is in custody after a dangerous police pursuit in the Black Country. The police helicopter was deployed to track the vehicle, which was being driven without headlights.
Sandwell Council's Week: Housing, Demolition & EV Hub
Sandwell Council greenlights a former club's conversion, pub demolition, and a new EV charging station. Discover the key planning decisions shaping the borough.
Three arrested after stabbing at Bearwood pub
A man in his 20s was stabbed at The Abbey pub in Bearwood. Three men are in custody as police continue their enquiries. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
Sandwell Council's Week: Key Decisions Revealed
From a controversial 24/7 casino approval to a rejected 'battery farm' HMO and a UK-first robotic pharmacy. Get the full update on Sandwell Council's major decisions this week.
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Man jailed after police appeal prompts surrender
Sean Wilson, 38, is behind bars after handing himself in to police, who were 'inundated with calls' following a social media appeal. Read the full story.
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