Amblecote Party in the Park 9th August 2025●● Location: Withymoor Fields, Turners Lane, Start time 12pm to 6pm. 7 great Live acts performing on stage including BGT FINALIST MEL DAY, Joined by KERRIE STEVENS, JUS LEE, TOM JOSEPH and many more..... PLEASE SHARE

A total of 78 percent of complaints against Dudley Council investigated by a local government watchdog were upheld last year blackcountryradio.co.uk/news/local-hea…

Ticks are tiny - these two were embedded and easy to miss. After time outdoors, check everywhere: under socks, waistbands, hairlines, toes... It only takes one bite. 📸 Thanks to our community member for sharing. #TickAwareness #LymeDisease #BeTickAware

We’re introducing you to our painted dog pack this week as part of our summer events – and we’ll be officially opening their new habitat on Saturday at 2.15pm. Join us for themed activities and games as you discover more about the challenges these face in the wild.

We're 'absolutely dreaming' of a UK where food banks are no longer needed. Food banks didn't used to exist, and we CAN go back to that time where everybody can afford the essentials. Read more from Sarah at Wandsworth Foodbank in The Mirror ⤵️ mirror.co.uk/news/politics/…

Slush ice drinks that contain glycerol shouldn’t be consumed by children under 7, and under 10s should only be given one 350ml drink – that’s about the size of a fizzy drink can. Find out more at food.gov.uk/glycerol #glycerol #slushiedrinks #slushie #summerdrinks #foodsafety

Zoo shares delight as missing barn owl found in nearby park ift.tt/gzoYK2b

☀️An Amber-Heat health alert has been issued for the West Midlands until tomorrow evening. If using public transport make sure you take a drink 🥤 with you, stay hydrated and keep cool.❄️

😎 It's going to be absolutely roasting this week! Plan ahead: 🚰 Carry a bottle of water with you. 🕑 Travel on quieter, off peak services where possible. 🥵 Feeling unwell? Please get off at the next station, or speak to a member of staff.

🌟Can you help shape the future of volunteering in Dudley Borough? We're looking to launch a volunteer strategy, and we want to co-produce it with you! Regardless of where you are on your volunteering journey, register your interest to have your say: buff.ly/1z78LCp

A single person needs at least £520 per month to cover the essentials, like food, bills, and toiletries. But the basic rate of Universal Credit is only £400 a month. It doesn't add up 💔

Stourbridge Town Hall is set for improvements after Dudley Council approved cash for upgrades at the Market Street venue blackcountryradio.co.uk/news/local-hea…

M&S has taken 15 weeks to recover from the cyber attack, and has only just resumed its click and collect service.

🤩 The BCWA Summer Raffle is back - and it’s packed with amazing prizes! 🤩 🎟️ Tickets are just £5 each, with an optional tip to our fundraising platform, Galabid. ⏰ Raffle closes at 11:59pm on 25/08/25 - don’t miss out! 👉 View prizes and enter now: galabid.com/bcwasummerraff…

☀️It might look a bit cloudy now, but it's going to get exceptionally hot this afternoon in the region, with highs of up to 31*C later this evening. Plan ahead: 🚰Carry a bottle of water with you. 🕑Travel on quieter services where possible. 🥵Feeling ill? Please speak to staff.

A heatwave is forecast to start today. If you're trapped on the street, hot weather isn't just uncomfortable; it's dangerous. Staying safely hydrated & out of the sun is a challenge. Here are some ways you can help. Please share to reach as many people as possible.

Make sure babies are cool, out of the sun & drink plenty. Fully breastfed babies don't need water until they eat solid foods. When hot they may breastfeed more. If you're bottle feeding, as well as their milk, you can give a little cooled boiled water – see link for more info

Key date for £150 off energy. If you qualify for Warm Homes Discount (if u get Housing Benefit, Income-related Employment and Support Allowance, Jobseeker's Allowance, Income Support, Pension Credit and Universal Credit) make sure you are named on the bill by 24th Aug

We've received almost 37,000 complaints about home maintenance and improvements in the past year. Read more ⤵️ independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-n….

**Save the Date** We know it is early but please save the date in your diary West Bromwich Town Christmas Lights Switch-On 📅 Saturday 22nd November 2025 🕰️ 3pm to 6pm 📍 Farley Fountain, High Street, West Bromwich, B70 7QU Everyone Welcome !!