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MakerFest 2026 set to return to Walsall town centre this September

One of Walsall's most creative and colourful events is set to return this autumn, with MakerFest 2026 set to return to Walsall town centre on Saturday 26 September.

Walsall residents urged to take extra care during amber heat health alert

Walsall residents are being reminded to take extra care during the hot weather, with an amber heat health alert affecting the West Midlands.

Walsall’s gardening communities celebrated during 2026 National Allotments Week

To mark National Allotments Week, Walsall Council is celebrating the communities of local garden lovers that have allotment plots and grow fresh food across the borough.

Women urged to attend breast screening appointments at mobile screening unit in Bescot

Women across parts of Walsall are being encouraged to attend their breast screening appointments as local health partners work to increase uptake of this important NHS programme.

Blakenall Mini Market licence revoked after repeated illegal sales of tobacco and Alcohol

At a Licensing Sub-Committee meeting on Monday 10 August, Walsall Council revoked Blakenall Mini Market’s licence following a report from Trading Standards.

Illegal tobacco valued at more than £50,000 seized in Walsall

More than £50,000 worth of illegal tobacco has been seized from traders across Walsall as part of a major crackdown on the illicit tobacco trade.

Celebrating Oak Park Active Living Centre’s 10th Anniversary

Walsall Council is inviting residents to celebrate 10 years of Oak Park Active Living Centre in Walsall with a free Family Circus Extravaganza on Sunday 16 August 2026.

Three fly-tippers issued with £400 Fixed Penalty Notices

Three people have been issued with £400 Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) following separate fly-tipping incidents across Walsall.

Walsall students receive A Level results and look ahead to next steps

Young people across Walsall are receiving their A Level and post-16 results today, with students now considering their next steps in education, training and employment.

New entrance signs mark the next chapter for Merrions Wood

New oak entrance signs have been installed at Merrions Wood as the Trustees begin a programme of improvements to the historic woodland, with work also underway to restore its Green Flag status.

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