Sandwell Archive
Tipton man banned from owning pets after 'self medicating' his emaciated dogs with drugs
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Spades in the ground for new Hydes Road pavilion as major community investment celebrated in Wednesbury
Fastener expert expands Lubrinox range with more than 1,200 new articles
'Deteriorating' Smethwick leisure centre to be demolished to make way for homes
Long-standing Midlands business celebrates move to huge new premises which were formerly home to Amazon
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Council transferring lease of Tipton community centre to learning disability charity
The historic Black Country village overlooked for its more famous industrial neighbours - here's why it's worth a visit
Man appears in court charged with terrorism offences after police raid on Black Country house
Police investigation launched into Black Country factory fire believed to have been started deliberately
Crash near M6 junction causing delays on busy Walsall road - drivers are advised to 'plan ahead'
Police update on 'deliberate' West Bromwich e-bike crash after teenagers left with 'potentially life-changing injuries'
£1.3 million to demolish Sandwell community centre to make way for new homes
Revealed: The 8 most common car makes involved in West Midlands road crime in 2025
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Wanted appeal launched for help finding Black Country man suspected of assault
'We're all gutted as it had only just opened up': Black Country worker shares shock at fire at factory unit
Major train disruption as rail lines closed between Wolverhampton and Birmingham New street - advice on alternative travel here
Revealed: The 21 West Midlands roads where speeding and dangerous driving is most common
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Firefighters battle late night Black Country blaze - motorists and residents told to 'avoid the area'
'Major disruption' after lorry overturned at Wednesbury roundabout near M6
Sixth teenager charged over death of 18-year-old Zeshan Afzal outside Smethwick mosque
'Major disruption': One lane of four closed and heavy delays reported following M6 multi-vehicle crash between Walsall and Birmingham
'We were told to stay indoors when it kicked off': West Midlands residents witness 'bomb squad' as 18-year-old arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences
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Two more youths accused of Smethwick mosque stabbing appear before crown court judge - new arrests will follow
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Accident on M6 causes slow traffic in Black Country stretch: Latest
Black Country teenager arrested in counter terrorism operation
£1.5m to be spent on more special educational needs places at two Black Country schools
23 of the best West Midlands spots for a delicious Sunday roast according to you
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Black Country thespians step into the Oscar-winning shoes of Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Coleman for Oldbury Rep's production of The Father
170 pensioners turn Black Country town hall into a Peaky Blinders bonanza
Two more teenagers arrested in connection with murder outside Smethwick mosque
Three-vehicle collision leaves M5 closed in West Bromwich
World Book Day 2026: Wacky and whimsical costumes donned by our West Midlands pupils to celebrate literature - from Harry Potter to Where's Wally
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'We are bringing premium quality with our food': Black Country restaurant owner ready to welcome in guests after refurbishment and menu upgrade
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Black Country council to buy garden centre and former police station
'World Book Day gives me so much hope' - Award-winning West Midlands author promises to keep up the fight against declining reading figures in schools
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Woman taken to hospital with 'potentially serious injuries' after crash in Rowley Regis
Two more youths charged with murder of 18-year-old stabbed to death outside Black Country mosque
Road closure and bus diversion due collision near Smethwick
14 cheapest places in the Black Country to buy petrol amid price increase due to on-going Middle East crisis
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'I would love Joel to be here - but it's an honour to receive in his name' - Black Country campaigner speaks of university doctorate and continuing to honour her son's memory
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Midland Metropolitan welcomes historic stained glass from City Hospital
Two teenagers seriously injured after being 'deliberately' knocked off electric bike near West Bromwich school
