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Final bid for multi-million cash injection for town centre

A final bid for nearly £10million to boost the prospects of a Dudley borough town centre has been submitted to government.

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Electric bin wagon out on borough roads

An electric-powered bin lorry is doing the rounds across the borough this week as part of a trial.

Household waste site

Appointment system for tip proving popular

More than 20,000 people have visited the tip in Stourbridge since it was re-opened and made appointment only due to the coronavirus pandemic, new figures have revealed.

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Very Light Rail back on track as council secures £13m

Very Light Rail is back on track in Dudley – after the government answered a plea to meet a near £13 million shortfall in funding for the scheme.

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Last chance for small business cash

There are just a few days left for small businesses to see if they are eligible for cash grants as part of a pot worth more than £1million.

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Have a safe and happy Raksha Bandhan

People celebrating the festival of Raksha Bandhan are being urged to remain safe to help control the spread of the coronavirus.

Cafe tables on street

Temporary licence to support hospitality industry

Pubs, bars and restaurants can now apply for a temporary licence to place tables and chairs on the highway to extend their outdoor space.

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Have a safe and happy Raksha Bandhan

People celebrating the festival of Raksha Bandhan are being urged to remain safe to help control the spread of the coronavirus.

Zachary and Sophia

School spreads message of kindness

A Dudley borough primary school has been spreading a message of kindness in the local community during the coronavirus outbreak.

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Latest scams doing the rounds

Dudley residents are advised to be extra vigilant as scammers claiming to be from the TV licensing company and HMRC target the area.

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Demolition of high rise blocks soon underway

The demolition of two high rise blocks in Netherton will soon begin, paving the way for new housing developments in the future.

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Care team supports discharge of patients

Hundreds of patients have been helped with a speedy discharge from hospital to ease pressure on medical staff during the coronavirus pandemic thanks to Dudley Council’s adult social care team.