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National changes to the way births and deaths are registered will come into effect in Wolverhampton next month.

Young readers and their families can look forward to a brighter, more welcoming Children's Library at Central Library following a programme of refurbishment works which is due to get underway next week.

Comedy favourite Ross Noble is heading to Wolverhampton next spring as part of a major UK tour extension.

Members of the public can access affordable sports injury treatment, rehabilitation and massage services at the University of Wolverhampton as its student-led Sports Therapy Clinics return for the new academic year.

Comedian Tim Vine is coming to Wolverhampton next year, with two nights at the Grand Theatre.

Veterans and serving military personnel attending this year’s Remembrance Sunday services can travel for free with West Midlands Railway (WMR).

Hundreds of veterans, serving military personnel, reserves, cadets and other organisations will march through Wolverhampton when the city marks Remembrance Sunday next weekend.

Technology-led logistics specialist northstarr Group has acquired United Pallet Network (UK) Ltd to create the UK’s largest national pallet network.

More resurfacing is planned in the coming weeks as work continues to improve roads across the city.

The Black Country Chamber of Commerce today said the budget offers welcome breathing space for many small firms, but fell short on helping more small businesses export.

The countdown is on to this year’s Molineux Sleepout, with less than three weeks to go until supporters come together to raise vital funds for Wolves Foundation and the Good Shepherd.

There is still time for children, young people, families, education settings, practitioners, partners and community organisations to have their say and help shape Wolverhampton's draft SEND and Inclusion Strategy 2027-2029.

The City of Wolverhampton Council will be celebrating the achievements of young care leavers as it marks National Care Leavers Month, which begins on Sunday (1 November, 2026).

The family of a man who died when a car crashed into a Lidl store on Finchfield Hill have paid tribute to his “kindness, generosity and wonderful sense of humour”.

A veteran of the regional advertising and creative scene has been appointed as the new Institute of Practitioners in Advertising (IPA) City Head for Birmingham and the Midlands.

Bank card used to withdraw cash following theft on Lichfield Street

New communication boards have been introduced at a number of Wolverhampton’s parks to help encourage and support inclusive play.

A 21-year-old man has been convicted of murder after driving at a man and reversing over him in Wolverhampton on the last night of Diwali.

Bilston’s future health and wellbeing facility has been chosen to become the home of a new NHS Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) to improve health outcomes for residents.

Wolverhampton’s food waste collection service starts today (Monday 26 October) and residents are being encouraged to join in and discover the benefits of recycling their leftovers.

Beacon Vision’s festive Santa Run is returning to West Park, Wolverhampton, on Sunday 13 December, and organisers are inviting people across the Black Country to pull on a Santa suit and join in.

Comedian Tom Allen is bringing his brand-new tour, Totally, to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre in 2028.

Construction has started on the first phase of new homes in the council’s transformation of New Park Village estate.

Bilston Memory Café celebrated its fourth anniversary with a special party last week.

People are invited to step back in time and discover the area's past at Wolverhampton City Archives' annual Local History Fair next month.

The comedian’s Jack’s Joke Show will visit the city on 20 February 2027 after a sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe

Parents and carers are being reminded to submit their secondary school applications as soon as possible, with the deadline just over a week away.

The Choir of Man – Wolverhampton Grand Theatre - reviewed by Marie Crichton

Rockets are set to light up the sky as one of the region’s biggest bonfire and firework nights is set to return at Weston Park - and you can win a chance to kick it all off.

Wolverhampton will be home to a free public art trail next year, with 30 brightly decorated dragon sculptures set to appear around the city.

Online Adult Social Care self-assessment tools introduced last year are strengthening the way that people access information, advice and support online.

From seasonal crafts and local history talks to book celebrations and activities for Green Libraries Week, Wolverhampton Libraries are inviting residents to discover a packed programme of special events taking place over the coming weeks.

A new Cervical Screening Mobile Health Hub will be coming to Wolverhampton next week, helping make cervical screening more accessible and encouraging people to protect themselves against cervical cancer.

A development of 11 new council homes for affordable rent has been completed in Bilston - with the first residents set to move in.

Drum and bass legends Rudimental are heading to Cannock Chase next summer, as the latest headliner for Forest Live 2027.

The University of Wolverhampton is delighted to announce that the Rt Hon. Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons, will become the University's next Chancellor.

Wolverhampton LGBT+ is holding a fundraiser at The Royal London bar on Saturday, October 17.

Let the countdown to Christmas begin - the dates for this year’s Wolverhampton lights switch-on events have been announced.

Wolverhampton audiences will get the chance to see The Fast Show’s original cast live on stage next year, as they bring their live show to the Halls on 23 February.

Hundreds of families have been helped to buy school uniform for their children in the last year thanks to a key partnership between the council and Wolverhampton City Credit Union.

Residents can get practical help to build their digital skills and confidence at community activities taking place across Wolverhampton during Get Online Week 2026 (October 19-25).

A Wolverhampton primary school where pupils are encouraged to find their wings and fly has been judged to be operating at Strong Standard across the board.

Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, has announced a £4m investment to train local people in advanced manufacturing and engineering skills.

Students at City of Wolverhampton College are to experience a world-class live performance when an acclaimed National Theatre touring production takes to the stage at its new city centre campus next Tuesday, 20 October.

People across the region are being encouraged to put their future plans in place this November as Compton Care launches its annual Make a Will Month campaign.

Wolverhampton's second Healthy Ageing Festival is set to take place next week – with older residents and people who use Adult Social Care services invited along to enjoy a range of free activities.

The Recovery is For Everyone exhibition showcases artwork from Wolverhampton-based charity Good Shepherd’s Recovery Art Group and was developed through a series of Arts Council England-funded workshops and mentoring sessions led by local creatives.

City of Wolverhampton Council has started construction works on a new facility to house its fleet services workshops and taxi licensing operation at its Hickman Avenue site.

Birmingham Dogs Home has announced the temporary closure of its Wolverhampton centre as it embarks on a major £4.1 million refurbishment, designed to transform the facility and significantly improve the experience and welfare of the dogs in its care.

Residents are welcome to drop in and find some free help and support on a range of money, health and safety matters at an open day in Penn this month.

People are being invited to support a festive appeal to make it another Christmas to remember for the city’s young care leavers.

Kinship foster parents from across Wolverhampton came together on October 7 for a special Sip and Paint event celebrating the important role they play in the lives of children and young people.

Pupils are thriving at a happy, welcoming school where they feel safe, supported and ready to learn, according to Ofsted.

The City of Wolverhampton Council has welcomed its latest cohort of newly qualified social workers.

After closing Banks's brewery in Wolverhampton, now it's the turn of historic Marstons in Burton.