Recent bookings for hot hatch experiences rise faster than for modern supercars 1980’s pocket rockets are leaving today’s thoroughbreds in their wake! Iconic models such as Peugeot 205 GTi and Volkswagen Golf GTi can be driven at UK race circuits New research shows that more-and-more Brits would prefer to get […]
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Big Plans for a Great Place for the People of Sandwell – Sandwell Council’s new corporate plan unveiled
Sandwell Council is set to unveil “Big Plans for a Great Place for the People of Sandwell” as the authority launches its plans and priorities for the next ten years. The council’s new corporate plan will set out six major outcomes to focus on to make Sandwell a great place […]
Fake tobacco found in raid in Oldbury
More than 350 packets of suspected counterfeit tobacco products worth more than £7,000 were discovered in a raid on an Oldbury premises. The products were found in a raid at a shop by Sandwell Council’s trading standards officers with West Midlands Police officers. Most of the suspect tobacco products were […]
Arts and gardening project boosted by town grant
People in Tipton have been getting involved in arts and gardening activities thanks to support from a council town grant. Murray Hall Community Trust is running the Activity Emporium project at The Bridge in St Mark’s Road. Local people are making new friends and learning new skills at the arts […]
New cycling and walking plan for Sandwell
Sandwell Council has approved a new cycling and walking plan – to get more people active and healthier and help tackle pollution and reduce congestion on the roads. The Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan has been approved by the council’s cabinet and proposes to provide a safe and convenient network […]
Metro Inns Walsall Review
The Metro Inns hotel is based in Walsall and just 10-minute drive to the Walsall town centre. The hotel offers a variety of simple styled rooms, including, double’s, single’s and twin rooms, all offering their own ensuite bathroom. Each room comes with a comfy bed, with clean white sheets, […]
THE ART OF PARKING: VOLKSWAGEN COMMERCIAL VEHICLES PITS PARK ASSIST AGAINST STUNT DRIVER IN ULTIMATE TEST
30% of van drivers rank small parking spaces as their biggest annoyance Innovative Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Park Assist technology designed to help drivers navigate tight spaces and avoid fines Park Assist technology goes head-to-head against parking world record holder, Alastair Moffatt. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-i6A-kPoFQE A third of UK van drivers […]
Getting things right for children and young people’s mental health
“It was great to work alongside educational psychologists, psychiatrists, teachers and Public Health consultants who all shared a passion for improving services for children and young people’s mental health.” Walsall Healthcare’s professional lead for School Nursing Sallyann Sutton has been playing a key role in shaping mental health support for […]
Primary becomes uni for a week of activities
A primary school was turned into a university for a week, with children of all ages working together on a series of themed projects before enjoying a graduation ceremony. Oak Meadow Primary became the University of Oak Meadow, complete with 4 different faculties focusing on Creativity and Culture; Mental Health […]
Library activities this February half-term
Sandwell Libraries offer a wide range of free activities for children during school holiday and the February half-term holiday will not disappoint. Activities are being hosted for children and families across Sandwell thanks to a special grant from the Federation of Friends of Sandwell Libraries. The Federation of Friends successfully […]