Local Headlines from Sunday, October 26th, 2025

A 100-year-old D-Day veteran has been officially presented with the freedom of Dudley borough.

An attempt to build more homes on a new-build estate ‘cut off’ after landslides has been blocked by Sandwell Council.

Dudley Council is planning to save big money by cutting back on placing children with special needs in independent schools.

Major roadworks being carried out as part of the new Metro tram route to Merry Hill shopping centre will be suspended to support shoppers and businesses in the run up to Christmas.