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Sedgley Beacon restoration reaches another milestone as scaffolding comes down
Sedgley Beacon's Grade II listed tower has had 17 missing stone steps reinstated as part of restoration funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Seven…
£4.7m investment to boost skills and employment opportunities
Dudley Council has approved £4.7m funding to refurbish Trinity Point in Halesowen, creating space for 350 learners in skills training linked to emerging…
Dudley Council Reports Strongest finances in years as improvement programme delivers results
Dudley Council has reported its strongest financial performance in recent years, with an underspend and improved reserves to strengthen long-term…
Support for young people around results day
Dudley Council's Connexions advisors offer free careers guidance when GCSE results arrive on 20 August and A-levels on 13 August. Phone 01384 811400 or…
Multi-million-pound investment proposals to transform Stourbridge town centre approved for submission
Dudley Council has approved a £3m investment package to improve Stourbridge town centre, focusing on pedestrian access, gateways and public spaces.
Dudley dementia respite sessions cut without consultation
Dudley carers say dementia services at Crystal Gateway are being downgraded without proper consultation, with respite sessions being axed.
Dudley Council Launches £100,000 Business Grant Scheme
Dudley Council is opening a £100,000 grant scheme to help town centre businesses prepare for the Metro and new Interchange. Priority given to businesses…
Four tonnes of illegal meat seized in Dudley raid
Four men arrested after police raid unapproved meat cutting plant in Dudley. Four-and-a-quarter tonnes of illegal meat removed from market.
Dudley Parks Fire Risk: Council Urges Visitor Safety
West Midlands Fire Service has attended multiple fires across Dudley's green spaces. Council warns visitors to avoid barbecues and take fire precautions…
Dudley Community Lottery Proposed to Fund Local Causes
Dudley Council is considering launching a community lottery to raise funds for local charities and groups. Players could win up to £25,000, with 50p per…
Four arrested in Dudley illegal meat operation
Dudley Council and the National Food Crime Unit arrested four men and seized over four tonnes of illegal meat in a joint enforcement operation targeting…
Five Community Mosaics Unveiled in Lye
Five vibrant community mosaics created by schoolchildren and residents have been unveiled in Lye, celebrating local creativity and nature through the…
Dudley Summer Activities for Children: Free Swimming & Event
Dudley Council offers free swimming, leisure centre activities, library sessions and outdoor theatre this summer. Full activity list and booking details.
Dudley Charity Boxing: Council Leader Fights for £30,000
Dudley Council leader Councillor Patrick Harley fights former councillor Shaz Saleem on 21 August at Dudley Town Hall. Tickets selling fast for charity…
Around 2,500 Attend Dudley Pride on Stone Street Square
Around 2,500 people attended Dudley Pride on Saturday at Stone Street Square, with BBC RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner Tia Kofi headlining the free event.
Dudley Council Best Value Notice Lifted by Government
Dudley Council has had its Best Value Notice lifted after significant progress in financial management, governance and service delivery over two and a…
Dudley Borough Local Plan: Consultation Open Until September
Dudley Council is consulting residents on a new Dudley Borough Local Plan to guide development until 2045. Have your say by 10 September.
Mayor of Dudley Honours WeLoveCarers Awards Winners
Mayor Pete Lowe welcomed WeLoveCarers Awards winners to the Mayor's Parlour on 24 July to celebrate unpaid carers across Dudley borough.
Gareth Gates Boyband in the Buff at Dudley Town Hall
Boyband in the Buff starring Gareth Gates comes to Dudley Town Hall on 24 October 2026, celebrating 90s and 2000s hits from Backstreet Boys, NSYNC,…