Local Headlines Archive

Local girl Alison Hammond confirmed as new host of This Morning

Monday, 30 November 2020 at 15:49

Rapid response Midlands Air Ambulance crowned outstanding charity of the year

Monday, 30 November 2020 at 01:38

Sandwell warns risks remain for elderly and vulnerable

Saturday, 28 November 2020 at 01:13

Dudley borough returns to restrictions in tier 3

Thursday, 26 November 2020 at 11:19

Sandwell's gritting team all set for winter

Wednesday, 25 November 2020 at 21:04

Warning to drivers as height restriction reduced on Oldbury bridge

Wednesday, 25 November 2020 at 20:59

Competition to find best Christmas decorations in Sedgley

Wednesday, 25 November 2020 at 20:49

Black Country Flu vaccination uptake too low say NHS

Wednesday, 25 November 2020 at 20:39

Sandwell Council events team receives grant from £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund

Wednesday, 25 November 2020 at 20:17

Support local children this Christmas with return of Acorns festive fundraiser

Wednesday, 25 November 2020 at 20:06

Black Country T-Shirt shop foregoes Black Friday to support Acorns

Wednesday, 25 November 2020 at 20:02

Marco Longhi MP praises local care workers alongside PM

Wednesday, 25 November 2020 at 19:48

Global live music and events professionals to explore working in the Covid-age

Wednesday, 25 November 2020 at 19:30

Residents warned to be aware of rogue traders

Wednesday, 25 November 2020 at 19:17

Appeal after man seriously injured in suspected burglary at substation

Wednesday, 25 November 2020 at 12:36

Striggling families urged to get in touch

Wednesday, 25 November 2020 at 01:05

Police recover huge haul of stolen goods

Monday, 23 November 2020 at 16:45

New pictures show Very Light Rail work is on track

Monday, 23 November 2020 at 16:39

Dudley borough recycling changes over Christmas

Monday, 23 November 2020 at 16:22

Wolverhampton Interchange wins top regional planning award

Monday, 23 November 2020 at 00:16

Virtual forum for private landlords and letting agents

Monday, 23 November 2020 at 00:10

New CCTV cameras go live at entertainment complex

Monday, 23 November 2020 at 00:02

Police appeal for witnesses after Dudley collision

Sunday, 22 November 2020 at 01:32

Charities urged to bid for free computer equipment

Saturday, 21 November 2020 at 08:22

Dudley’s new director of children’s services heads home

Friday, 20 November 2020 at 01:25

New brew pulls out the ‘Hops’ to fund lifesaving crew

Friday, 20 November 2020 at 01:16

Council wins prestigious award for pioneering People's Panel

Friday, 20 November 2020 at 01:07

Trust supports 'Kickstart' scheme

Thursday, 19 November 2020 at 01:23

Borough Christmas events to move online

Thursday, 19 November 2020 at 01:18

Senior politicians examine borough’s response to Covid-19

Thursday, 19 November 2020 at 01:16

More financial help for businesses in Dudley borough

Wednesday, 18 November 2020 at 02:05

Key sites in Lye earmarked for new CCTV

Wednesday, 18 November 2020 at 02:03

Two arrested after stolen cars found in Brierley Hill chop shop

Tuesday, 17 November 2020 at 10:14

Childcare remains vital during pandemic

Tuesday, 17 November 2020 at 00:48

Wolverhampton Grand forced to reschedule 2021 shows

Monday, 16 November 2020 at 22:42

‘Follow the lockdown rules’ say health leaders

Monday, 16 November 2020 at 22:27

Businesses forced to close can now apply for grants in Sandwell

Monday, 16 November 2020 at 22:20

Himley Hall and Park reopen to the public

Monday, 16 November 2020 at 09:58

Stolen car recovered following Halesowen burglary

Monday, 16 November 2020 at 09:50

Jo Brand urges people in the West Midlands to express themsELVES for Elf Day!

Monday, 16 November 2020 at 00:13

Acorns Children’s Hospice CEO wins Midlands Institute of Directors Award

Sunday, 15 November 2020 at 23:54

Lib Dems call for free postage to care homes in the run up to Christmas

Sunday, 15 November 2020 at 23:48

Birmingham Hippodrome and Qdos Entertainment announce socially distanced panto in Birmingham

Sunday, 15 November 2020 at 23:31

18-year-old Dudley student wins The Voice

Saturday, 14 November 2020 at 23:06

Councillors make plea to supermarkets over vulnerable residents

Friday, 13 November 2020 at 00:41

Mayor backs foodbank appeal for World Kindness Day

Thursday, 12 November 2020 at 21:59

£17.4m more for cycling and walking in the West Midlands

Thursday, 12 November 2020 at 21:51

Investigation launched after body found in Netherton

Thursday, 12 November 2020 at 20:56

Mental health support during lockdown

Thursday, 12 November 2020 at 20:49

Ten thousand cats homed in charity’s matchmaking milestone

Wednesday, 11 November 2020 at 20:02

Leader’s letter calls for more local planning power

Wednesday, 11 November 2020 at 19:56

Councils plea to celebrate Diwali safely

Wednesday, 11 November 2020 at 19:35

New coronavirus test centre opens at Himley

Wednesday, 11 November 2020 at 19:28

Dudley’s virtual Christmas market now live

Tuesday, 10 November 2020 at 21:27

Hundreds of local people test new approach to meeting with Black Country recruiters 

Tuesday, 10 November 2020 at 21:19

Neighbouring Towns celebrate lottery win

Tuesday, 10 November 2020 at 21:02

Mass Coronavirus testing set to be rolled out across West Midlands

Tuesday, 10 November 2020 at 12:15

Award for Himley Hall Sailing Club volunteers

Tuesday, 10 November 2020 at 00:48

Ambulance Service provides spaces to remember after charity donation

Tuesday, 10 November 2020 at 00:06

Army to showcase available opportunities in virtual event

Monday, 9 November 2020 at 20:12

Two men found guilty of Dudley woman's killing

Monday, 9 November 2020 at 15:43

Lockdown plea as Dudley’s rates rise

Sunday, 8 November 2020 at 23:55

Police issue apology over misunderstanding of face mask exemption

Sunday, 8 November 2020 at 18:44

Lifesaving Covid helpline nominated for award

Sunday, 8 November 2020 at 18:33

Council sets story straight after Remembrance criticism

Sunday, 8 November 2020 at 18:05

University of Wolverhampton lecturer writes poetic love song in ode to the Black Country

Friday, 6 November 2020 at 00:21

Chamber of Commerce respond to Chancellors statement

Friday, 6 November 2020 at 00:18

NHS 111 racks up over 1.4 million calls in 12 months

Friday, 6 November 2020 at 00:08

Thousands enjoy fireworks spectacular to Light Up Dudley

Friday, 6 November 2020 at 00:04

Stourbridge MP Suzanne Webb praises school response to COVID-19

Wednesday, 4 November 2020 at 23:50

Council services affected by tighter restrictions

Wednesday, 4 November 2020 at 23:45

Land sale key piece in Dudley regeneration jigsaw

Wednesday, 4 November 2020 at 23:38

Pedestrian injured in Walsall RTC

Wednesday, 4 November 2020 at 09:23

Urgent call for Birmingham blood donors to fill empty appointments

Wednesday, 4 November 2020 at 01:08

Brierley Hill neighbours celebrate with Postcode Lottery win

Wednesday, 4 November 2020 at 00:49

Youth Council launch nominations for annual awards

Wednesday, 4 November 2020 at 00:38

Fewer firefighters means UK not ready for two national emergencies at once

Tuesday, 3 November 2020 at 02:17

Severn Valley Railway to close as second lockdown begins

Tuesday, 3 November 2020 at 01:25

Dudley Zoo bosses seek public help during lockdown closure

Monday, 2 November 2020 at 15:53

Free PPE equipment to support social care workforce

Monday, 2 November 2020 at 00:36

Funding secured for new borough war memorial

Monday, 2 November 2020 at 00:30

Residents asked to Remember at home this year

Monday, 2 November 2020 at 00:17

Businesses urged to join virtual Christmas market

Monday, 2 November 2020 at 00:06