Local Headlines from Tuesday, September 15th, 2026

Waterways charity, Canal & River Trust, is inviting local people to the launch of a new, free canal art trail in Smethwick. The trail is a year-long community arts programme exploring the town's canals, heritage and communities.

Walsall Council has been accused of hypocrisy for including a new protected site within its future housing plans.

West Midlands Police has raised concerns over plans to change a shop’s licence after it was caught with illegal tobacco and selling alcohol without permission.

The Mayor of Dudley, Councillor Pete Lowe, is celebrating his first 100 days in office by highlighting the diversity, unity, pride and resilience of the people of Dudley which make the borough a truly bostin community.