Local Headlines from Tuesday, June 30th, 2026

The Link Academy in Netherton has been praised by Ofsted as an “ambitious and inclusive school” where “pupils flourish,” following its May 2026 inspection.

Wolverhampton Grand Theatre and City of Wolverhampton College have announced the beginning of an exciting new partnership.

More than a quarter of a century after it was first screened, a new stage adaptation of Victoria Wood's 'dinnerladies' will tour the UK next year, including dates at Birmingham Hippodrome in March.

Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a vibrant weekend of entertainment from Dudley Council as Brierley Hill’s Brier Fair and Stourbridge Carnival return.

The Severn Valley Railway has announced that a new way forward has been found to protect the much-loved riverside path that runs along its land between Country Park Halt near Highley and Hampton Loade station.

Metallica are teaming up with NHS Blood and Transplant to call on fans across England to book a blood donation and help save lives, as the band continues the UK leg of their worldwide M72 tour.

A new model to strengthen reablement support for residents was considered and approved by Walsall Council’s Cabinet on Wednesday 24 June.