Dudley traders fear 'ghost town' from transport project delays
Dudley businesses report trade down 70% as prolonged West Midlands Metro extension and road works create a 'catastrophic' situation. Will shoppers ever return?
Dudley businesses report trade down 70% as prolonged West Midlands Metro extension and road works create a 'catastrophic' situation. Will shoppers ever return?
A Dudley High Street Superdrug will shut on January 31, reopening as budget chain Savers on February 12. The same team will stay. Read the full story.
Dudley businesses report trade down 70% as three major transport projects cause huge disruption. Traders doubt shoppers will return after delays to the Metro extension and new interchange.
Businesses in Dudley report trade down 70% as major transport projects cause gridlock. Traders fear shoppers won't return after 'catastrophic' delays. Read the full story.
Dudley Zoo launches urgent fundraiser after Storm Goretti destroys Flamingo Falls enclosure. The zoo's 21 flamingos are safe, but repairs will cost over £75,000. Donate to help rebuild their habitat.
West Midlands Police are appealing for help to identify four men after an attempted theft from a Dudley cash machine on December 27. CCTV images released.
Emergency services raced to a residential street in Wolverhampton after a building partially collapsed. One man was helped from the scene but no casualties were found. Read the latest updates.
Dudley Zoo and Wild Zoological Park remain closed on Saturday, January 10, due to hazardous conditions from Storm Goretti. Visitor safety and animal welfare are the priority. Read for updates and refund details.
Part of a building collapsed on Napier Road, Wolverhampton. One man was helped out but no injuries are reported. Road closed and nearby properties evacuated.
Dudley Council shuts five family hubs and multiple schools as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow. Bin collections and leisure centres also disrupted. Read the latest updates.
Dudley Council faces calls to reverse its decision to remove 500 grit bins after a big freeze sparks public outcry over dangerous roads and pavements. Labour demands action.
Dudley Council proposes fee increases for services like pest control and cremation to add £2.5m to its budget. Key votes set for January and February 2026.
The Lamp Tavern in Dudley urges locals to visit for company this January, highlighting the pub's role as a community hub against loneliness. Landlord Don Hirst shares a warm message.
Dudley Council urges residents to leave bins out as crews tackle missed collections during the Arctic blast. Council leader pledges review of grit bin removals. Read the latest.
Dudley Council nears a surprise deal to buy Sedgley's Ladies Walk centre, saving taxpayers an estimated £15m over 25 years. Discover the full story behind the negotiations.
Plans to transform Wolverhampton's empty Marks & Spencer into over 70 apartments get green light. The historic Dudley Street store closed last year after nearly a century.
Dudley Council faces backlash over removal of 500 grit bins during cold snap. Leader pledges review as residents report dangerous icy roads. Read the latest.
Dudley Council's taxi committee has stripped licences from private hire drivers for serious offences including driving bans and failing to declare convictions. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Explore Saltwells National Nature Reserve, home to the Midlands' largest free sculpture trail, ancient woodland, and a family-friendly pub, just opposite the Merry Hill shopping centre.
Dudley Council's 2026 elections could see a major shift as Reform UK surges. With 24 wards up for grabs, local political dynamics are set for a dramatic change. Read the full analysis.
Raven's Rescue in Dudley has five adorable dogs and cats needing loving forever homes for Christmas. Meet Ben, Mali, Bailey, Draco, and Flynn.
A man and woman were arrested in Staffordshire after a female officer was assaulted responding to a crash in Lower Gornal. Read the latest on this shocking incident.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after beer and chocolates were stolen from a Dudley fuel station on December 20. Officers have released an image of a man they wish to speak to.
Dudley Council outlines major regeneration projects for 2026, including a new bus station and Metro link, while confirming council tax will rise by 4.9%. Explore the key developments.
Dudley Council announces major waste collection changes from April 2026, including weekly food waste pickups and new bins. Get ready for the switch.
Dudley Council battled a £42m financial crisis, political defections, and protests over asylum seeker housing in a tumultuous 2025. Explore the key events shaping the borough's future.
A collision has forced the closure of A459 Dudley Street in Sedgley, Dudley, in both directions. Drivers are warned of significant congestion. Avoid the area.
A major Black Country route is shut in both directions following a collision on Dudley Street in Sedgley. Drivers are warned to expect significant delays.
Discover 12 historic castles in the West Midlands perfect for a 2026 family day out. Explore ruins, royal homes, and legends from Kenilworth to Dudley.
A petition on housing asylum seekers in Dudley, gaining over 3,000 signatures, triggered a full council debate. Discover the other local issues that mobilised residents in 2025.