Latest Sandwell news | Express & Star

Close

Sandwell Archive

March 13, 2025

Buses were diverted following a three car crash in West Bromwich

'I just heard this loud bang': Three hurt in West Bromwich crash including man left with serious injuries

BCFC players wearing the Peaky Blinders suits up for auction.

Signed script from first ever Peaky Blinders episode up for auction in aid of Acorns Children’s Hospice

Your World|Mar 13

Tipton men on trial for murder of DPD driver seen brandishing weapons on CCTV seconds after killing

Aldo Kane, Jason Fox, Karl Hinett and Brian Wood (Tony Parker/PA)

Karl Hinnett and fellow veterans complete Arctic charity challenge thanks to ‘teamwork and friendship’

Dudley Magistrates Court

Warrant issued for man arrested in Wednesbury with machetes and bolt cutters after he fails to attend court hearing

Horses on the gallops before Day Three of the 2025 Cheltenham Festival at Cheltenham Racecourse (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images)

15 amazing photos from Cheltenham Festival 2025, including Queen Camilla at the races

hydraPower dynamics Wins Prestigious Employer Recognition Award – Showcasing The Sandwell Colleges’ Commitment to Skills & Industry Collaboration

Midlands business wins employer recognition award – showcasing The Sandwell Colleges’ commitment to skills and industry collaboration

Your World|Mar 13

The new hub is one of the largest of its kind in the Black Country

New research revealed as ultra-rapid charging hub launches in Wednesbury

Your World|Mar 13

Men on trial for murder of DPD driver in Shrewsbury seen brandishing weapons on CCTV seconds after killing

'The next person to run it has big shoes to fill' - Tipton residents talk about memories and future of Mad O'Rourke's Pie Factory

Tipton pair accused of murder ambush on DPD worker seen buying Starbucks just an hour after brutal killing

Nando's in Bentley Bridge scored top marks

The 65 West Midlands restaurants, bars, takeways and pubs that scored five star food hygiene ratings in latest inspections

March 12, 2025

Wolverhampton crown court high res

Diluted blood in kitchen where Oldbury teenager Jahziah Coke found dead ‘suggests clean-up attempts’, court heard

The Sandwell Colleges sponsor Bulls in the City to support Birmingham Hospice

The Sandwell Colleges sponsor summer art trail to support Birmingham Hospice

Your World|Mar 12

Officers recovered a shotgun from an alleyway in Great Barr

Police take two more guns taken off the streets in Birmingham and Great Barr

IKEA in Wednesbury evacuated after reports of 'suspicious item'

Men wielding hockey stick and shovel joined eight-man ambush to butcher DPD worker, court told

March 11, 2025

Resident at HC-One’s Dovedale Court Care Home Gordon Small at the 7 Mile Art Gallery

Wednesbury care team make residents lifelong wish come true of visiting Dublin to view iconic artwork

Your World|Mar 11

Digbeth Dining Club Tour in previous years

Popular street food festival set to return to the Black Country this spring and summer

Your World|Mar 11

Dovedale Court Care Home’s resident Jill Payne at baby’s nursery station

Wednesbury care home creates dementia-friendly community for residents

Your World|Mar 11

West Midlands Ambulance Service joins patient-centred study to improve end-of-life care

A general view of Wolverhampton Crown Court in Wolverhampton

Church leaders convinced Tipton paedophile to hand mobile phone to police

'It means everything': Mad O'Rourke's Pie Factory owner reflects on Black Country life, legacy and great pies

Upper High Street, Wednesbury. Pic: Google Maps. Permission for reuse all LDRS partners.

New flats and shops proposed for Wednesbury town centre ‘eyesore’ in ‘long overdue’ improvements

Property|Mar 11

Lilian will soon celebrate her 102nd birthday

'It would mean so much to her': Wednesbury care home appealing for birthday cards for resident who is soon to turn 102

Jonathan Yague in the now empty intensive care unit at Sandwell Hospital where he was cared for during the pandemic.

'My lungs failed, followed by my kidneys and liver' - West Bromwich Covid survivor speaks of 47-day nightmare in intensive care

Your World|Mar 11

March 10, 2025

Wolverhampton crown court high res

Teenager accused of boy’s murder in Oldbury ‘used friend’s phone to look for Paris trains’

NHS Nurse Ellie Mcintosh teaches students how to perform CPR

Perrys students get hands on careers advice from NHS nurse

Your World|Mar 10

Sarah with local primary school pupils.

Sarah Coombes MP: Support families to make sure every child has the best start in life

Your World|Mar 10

Have you seen Callum, from Smethwick? Police are becoming concerned for his welfare

Police appeal for missing Smethwick man, 35

Lucia Marcus with her mother at her graduation in 2019.

Advocate launches petition urging government action on prescription drug addiction

Your World|Mar 10

EDITORIAL USE ONLY. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images, no video emulation. No use in betting, games or single club/league/player publications

Police issue update after West Bromwich Albion fan arrested following reports of 'racist behaviour' towards QPR player

Sandwell Lions Club to host prostate cancer screening event

Your World|Mar 10

Vehicle seized from Smethwick

Multiple vehicles seized in Smethwick - including one driver reported for drug possession

Pool Lane, Oldbury. Pic: Google Maps. Permission for reuse for all LDRS partners.

Council approves controversial plans for Oldbury children’s home despite opposition from neighbours

March 9, 2025

West Midlands Police

West Bromwich Albion fan arrested following reports of 'racist behaviour' towards QPR player

Oldbury Green Retail Park. Pic: Google Maps. Permission for reuse for all LDRS partners.

New supermarket coming to Oldbury applies for alcohol licence

$Birmingham Women\'s Hospital. PIC: Google Street View$

Two Birmingham NHS trusts red-flagged over ‘higher-than-average’ baby deaths

March 8, 2025

It was a sunny day at Chasewater in Burntwood on Saturday

Sun shines in West Midlands as temperatures hotter than holiday destinations

Have you seen Chayse? Photo: West Midlands Police

Police searching for 14-year-old boy missing from Great Barr

Paul Doyle and Anthony Bayliss

Banged up: Some of the most heinous crimes brought to light in and around the Black Country in February

New Cross Hospital

'Workers feel insulted and exploited' - Members of industry body hits out at lower rates of pay for Black Country health workers

The Lady Wulfruna sculpture at St Peter's Church pays tribute to the founder of the city

International Women's Day 2025: Seven remarkable women who helped shape the West Midlands

Nostalgia|Mar 8

March 7, 2025

Smethwick's police base saved under new plan to retain part of building

Road in Oldbury blocked causing disruption to buses

A general view of Wolverhampton Crown Court in Wolverhampton

Teenager escaped over fencing after 13-year-old’s murder, court told

Wolverhampton crown court high res

Youth, 13, was found with fatal stab wounds at house in Oldbury

Mad O'Rourkes Pie Factory is one of the best reasons to visit Tipton

World famous Black Country pie factory Mad O'Rourke's is up for sale

A railway station departures board showing trains cancelled and delayed

Trains delayed between Wolverhampton and Birmingham this morning

Artist's impression of how the Friar Park urban village will look

Mayor hits out at red tape at Wednesbury housing site

Wednesbury|Mar 7

PreviousPage NextPage