Local Headlines
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Husband jailed after killing wife in Oldbury home
A husband who killed his wife at their Sandwell home after she began divorce proceedings against him has been jailed for a minimum of 18 years.
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Council backs bold bids for UK’s first Town of Culture crown
Dudley borough is aiming high as Dudley, Brierley Hill and Stourbridge set their sights on becoming the UK’s first ever Town of Culture.
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Metro extension to Millennium Point opens this Easter
Passenger tram services are to start running to the Millennium Point stop from Easter Sunday, connecting even more parts of Birmingham city centre to the West Midlands Metro network.
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Former Dudley MP to stand as councillor for Reform
A Reform UK big hitter will be standing for Dudley Council elections and aiming to unseat the current deputy mayor.
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Sonia Kumar MP welcomes energy relief bill
Dudley MP, Sonia Kumar, has welcomed Government action to reduce energy bills, after pressing Ministers in the House of Commons on the impact of fuel poverty across the borough.
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Coseley Library launches Pokemon Club
To mark the thirtieth anniversary of Pokemon, Coseley Library in Dudley is launching a Pokemon Club on Thursday 9 April from 3.30pm.
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Dudley Zoo seeking nominations for Wildlife Champions
Dudley Zoo and Castle is set to celebrate incredible people making a difference to wildlife.
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MP to host Jobs, Skills and Apprenticeship Fair in Wombourne
Mike Wood MP will host his annual Jobs, Skills and Apprenticeship Fair on the 10th April, this year held at Wombourne Civic Centre.
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Plans to re-open petrol garage approved
Plans to re-open a long-closed petrol station in Wednesfield have been backed by a council’s planners.
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Political heavyweights aim to land big blows
A Conservative community campaigner is hoping to deliver a knockout blow to his political master in a head-to-head contest.
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Councillors clash over homes sell-off policy
Councillors clashed in a row over selling empty homes after accusations of making excuses over ageing properties.
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Men arrested following stabbing in Brierley Hill
Police have arrested two men after another man was found seriously injured on Brierley Hill High Street yesterday.
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Charity launches new immersive exhibition to mark 35th anniversary
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is set to unveil Mission Critical, a powerful new public exhibition showcasing thought‑provoking stories from crews, and the supporters who help keep them flying.
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Exciting volunteer opportunities in catering at the Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway is inviting enthusiastic new volunteers to join its catering team and become part of the warm, welcoming community that keeps the much-loved heritage line on track.
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Over 90 take part in community fun run at Swan Pool Park
More than 90 residents took part in a community fun run at Swan Pool Park in Stourbridge.
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Food and culture take centre stage at The Link Academy
Learners at The Link Academy recently celebrated their much-anticipated annual Cultural Week, a vibrant event that celebrates the many cultures that make up the school.
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Plans submitted for new high street link
A council has submitted plans to transform a patch of gravel into a new greener public space in Bilston.
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Calls for a rethink on outdoor gym
Dudley’s Liberal Democrats are campaigning for a rethink on the installation of an outdoor gym paid for by Aldi.
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Plans to replace the roof at Stourbridge’s Crystal Leisure move closer
Plans to replace the roof at Stourbridge’s Crystal Leisure moved a step closer this week.
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500 million years of plant and human history captured in headline garden
A dinosaur, giant dragonflies and primeval plants are set to take centre stage at BBC Gardeners’ World Live this summer.
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Dudley Zoo awarded funding from the Richardson Brothers Foundation
Dudley Zoo and Castle is excited to launch ‘The Festival of Change’ as it looks to inspire visitors into committing to make a difference for local wildlife.
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Multi-million-pound plan for Halesowen town centre
A new artist’s impression has been released showing a £20 million package of improvements for Halesowen town centre.
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What’s new at the Local Elections in Walsall
Walsall residents will notice some key changes at this year’s Local Elections taking place on Thursday 7 May 2026.
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Former Police Federation treasurer jailed for £13,500 expenses fraud
A former police officer and West Mercia Police Federation treasurer has been jailed after using members' funds to pay for family holidays, alcohol, and entertainment.
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Birmingham Rep announce first cohort for new acting training course
Birmingham Rep today announce the eight young people who will be the first participants in its new acting training programme, 'Rep Studio 8'.
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New roof for the Crystal leisure centre
Plans to replace the roof at Stourbridge’s Crystal Leisure moved a step closer this week.
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Sir Lenny Henry Centre leads student conversation on BBC Charter Renewal
A team at Birmingham City University is leading a major UK-wide initiative to bring student voices into the national debate on BBC Charter Renewal.
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Midlands set for massive street food takeover
UK street food specialists, Digbeth Dining Club have announced a 25-date Summer Tour taking in 24 locations across the English Midlands.
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Tenant tells of ‘dark days’ in housing battle
A family living in a mould-infested house have spoken about the nightmare of a home they believe is killing them.
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Councillors denying affray and assault charges won’t face trial until 2029
Two councillors who deny affray and assault charges over an incident in Cradley Heath will not stand trial until 2029.
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Plan to spread out council resources welcomed
Dudley councillors welcomed a proposal to spread the authority’s resources around five townships in the council.
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Construction phase complete for new higher education and skills centre
The leader of Dudley Council has hailed the start an exciting new era for education in Dudley, as the construction phase of a new £26 million university campus concludes.
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Postal vote deadline approaches
People who live in Dudley borough are being reminded that the deadline to request a postal vote for the forthcoming local elections is 5pm on 21 April.
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Council announces boost to waste services
People in Dudley borough will be able to benefit from new pop-up tip dates and extended enhanced opening hours of at the Stourbridge recycling site from next month.
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Running challenge launched in memory of much-loved paramedic
A West Midlands Ambulance Service paramedic is taking on an incredible month-long running challenge in memory of a much-loved colleague, one year on from his passing.
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Families invited to enjoy Easter fun across Dudley borough
Parents looking to keep the kids entertained this Easter are spoiled for choice with a packed programme of low cost and free activities taking place across Dudley borough.
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Two hours free parking to be reinstated
Dudley Council’s two hours’ free parking is returning to all council‑owned pay and display car parks from 1 April.
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New specialist school officially opens
Pens Meadow school was officially opened yesterday by a party including the leader of the council, the Mayor of Dudley and staff and students from the new school.
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Plans unveiled for managed flag display at Miner Island
Walsall Council has outlined proposals to introduce a managed flag display at Brownhills Miner Island.
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Former Sandwell apprentice lands top job
A young Sandwell leisure enthusiast has quickly landed a job teaching the latest fast-growing fitness trend after completing her apprenticeship.
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Regeneration boost for Dudley town centre
Shops and businesses in Dudley are to benefit from a new funding package to help them make the most of the new West Midlands Metro extension and Dudley Interchange opening this year.
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MP welcomes tougher crackdown on fly-tipping and waste crime
Dudley MP, Sonia Kumar has welcomed new government plans to crack down on fly-tipping and illegal waste dumping, warning that waste crime blights communities like Dudley and must be tackled head-on.
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Council made £14m from selling shabby homes
Dudley Council made £14m from selling-off vacant homes which were deemed too expensive to bring back into use.
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Former Mayor on city’s reputation being ‘crippled’
Former West Midlands Mayor Andy Street has said there are still many reasons to be optimistic about Birmingham’s future despite recent turmoil ‘crippling’ the city’s reputation.
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Councillor takes SEND protest to headquarters
A Dudley councillor took his concerns about support for parents of special needs children to the heart of the authority.
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Priory Hall Open Day taking place next weekend
Couples planning their big day are invited to explore the charm and character of Priory Hall at a special Wedding Open Day taking place next Saturday.
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Serious hygiene breaches found at Dudley food outlet
The director and a manager of Top UKs Fried Chicken Halal Ltd were ordered to pay a combined sum of more than £7,000, following a hearing at Dudley Magistrates Court last week.
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Less than half feel safe in Dudley borough
Less than half of people who responded to a survey from Dudley Council feel the borough is a safe place to live.
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Dudley Lib Dems launch local elections manifesto
Dudley’s Liberal Democrats launched their local election manifesto with a pledge to offer zero-interest loans to make homes greener.
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‘Big moment’ for new railway stations
The first passengers got a sneak peak of how services to new Birmingham railway stations will operate during a test run.
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Former Mayor on new movement and ‘divisive’ Reform
Former West Midlands Mayor, Andy Street has condemned Reform’s ‘divisive nature’ as he pushes ahead with a new movement for the ‘politically homeless’.
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Developers urged to help get new housing schemes underway
The West Midlands Combined Authority is keen to see more developers take advantage of the financial support on offer to help build the affordable homes needed to tackle the region’s housing crisis.
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Sandwell shortlisted for Campaign of the Year for men’s mental health initiative
Sandwell Council has been shortlisted for Campaign of the Year at the 2026 Local Government Chronicle Awards for its impactful men’s mental health campaign; 'You ok, mate?'
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Time running out to nominate for prestigious youth award
The YOU West Midlands Youth Award is open to children and young people up to the age of 18.
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Drug dealing vandalism are the reality in Brewery Fields
As Dudley Council gets tough on antisocial behaviour, yobs continue to run riot with one area blighted by drug abuse, vandalism and petty crime is Brewery Fields, a housing estate near the town centre.
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Dudley Councillor asks ‘why would anyone work here?’
Dudley’s record on the number of staff taking sick leave left a councillor wondering why anyone would want to work for the council.
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Sandwell Council secures nearly £300,000 to boost culture and heritage
Sandwell Council is delighted to announce it has been awarded nearly £300,000 from the West Midlands Combined Authority’s Cultural and Creative Investment Programme.
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Sandwell Council makes serious and unsubstantiated allegations during Ombudsman investigation
Sandwell council refused to let a vulnerable mother have her representative present at an important meeting and made serious and unsubstantiated allegations about both of them during an investigation by the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman.
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Man Arrested Over Bartley Green Shooting
A 20 year-old man’s been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a shooting in Bartley Green on Sunday.




