Bringing Communities Together
Ahead of World Contraception Day on Saturday 26 September, residents across Walsall are being encouraged to find out more about their contraception options available locally and access free, confidential support. Whether residents are looking to start contraception, review their current method, access emergency contraception or get trusted information, local services […]
A new Armed Forces hub was launched in Walsall on Wednesday 23 September 2026, reaffirming Walsall Council’s ongoing commitment to the military community. Located at the ground floor of Lichfield Street hub Library, the hub offers a safe, welcoming, and accessible space where serving personnel, veterans, reservists, and their families […]
Jorja Smith’s special hometown performance in Walsall is now available for fans around the world to experience, with the release of a new Spotify concert film capturing her landmark hometown show. The Walsall-born singer-songwriter performed at Walsall Arena on Sunday 6 September as part of Spotify Hometown, a new live […]
The New Art Gallery Walsall is delighted to announce the forthcoming opening of The things we hold sacred, a major new solo exhibition by acclaimed British artist Charmaine Watkiss. Opening on Saturday 3 October 2026 and running until Sunday 11 April 2027, the exhibition will present an inspiring collection of […]
Families across Walsall will have greater access to activities, advice and support through their local libraries as they join Walsall Council’s Best Start Family Hubs network. Walsall Libraries are the latest community venues to join the network, which connects families with local services, advice and opportunities designed to help children […]
Two Walsall women who have dedicated decades to supporting their communities and improving the lives of others will be recognised with British Empire Medal (BEM) at a special Investiture ceremony in Birmingham. Janet Anne Rose Davies and Caron Elaine Thompson are among this year’s recipients and will receive their awards […]
Walsall residents will now receive three additional fortnightly garden waste collections each year. The free garden waste collection season will increase from 30 to 36 weeks, with the service continuing throughout November and into the beginning of December. The last garden waste collections will now be completed on Friday 4 December. A […]
Walsall is getting ready for a day of creativity, music, making and entertainment as MakerFest returns to the town centre this Saturday (26 September). Walsall Council is inviting residents and visitors to come along to Walsall MakerFest 2026, produced by Bostin’ Creative, taking place from 12pm to 4pm. The event […]
Organisations across Walsall are joining forces during ICON Week (21-25 September) to help parents, carers and families access trusted advice and support when coping with a crying baby. The national campaign aims to ensure every family understands that crying is a normal part of a baby’s development and knows where […]
Walsall Council is highlighting simple steps residents can take to stay active, strong and independent during Falls Prevention Awareness Week (21-25 September), as part of its wider Healthy Ageing campaign. Looking after strength, balance and overall wellbeing can help residents continue doing the things that matter to them. Simple actions […]
