Pupils rewarded for outstanding Armed Forces Day art
Pupils from across the City of Wolverhampton have produced some outstanding art as part of a schools' competition run to celebrate Armed Forces Day.
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Food and Drink festival proving popular as part of wider 'Visit the City' programme
Almost 10,000 free tickets have been snapped up for City of Wolverhampton's inaugural Festival of Food and Drink.
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Jobs boost as permission granted to convert Peel Retail Park unit
A further unit on a gateway retail park has been snapped up as its rejuvenation continues - and it delivers more jobs to the City of Wolverhampton.
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First of the Wolves in Wolves on show in city centre
The first of the 30 Wolves in Wolves has today (Tuesday) hit the city centre in support of Armed Forces Day on Saturday.
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Take a new direction with Adult Education course
People looking to take a new direction, gain qualifications, improve their existing skills or learn new ones are being invited to Adult Education Wolverhampton's open day on Saturday (24 June, 2017).
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Pupils on song for musical celebration in Queen Square
Hundreds of pupils from across Wolverhampton took part in a spectacular musical performance in Queen Square on Tuesday (13 June, 2017).
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Small Charity Week gives focus to Alternative Giving Campaign
City of Wolverhampton's Alternative Giving Campaign will come into focus during Small Charity Week (Monday 19 June to Friday 24 June).
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City of Wolverhampton Council Crowned 'Council of the Year'
City of Wolverhampton Council was crowned Council of the Year at the 'Oscars of local government' and also scooped 3 other awards at a ceremony in London last night (Thursday 16 June, 2017).
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Visit city military museums and support Armed Forces
An array of military memorabilia will be on display at 2 events in the City of Wolverhampton next week in the build up to Armed Forces Day on Saturday 24 June.
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Pinfold Bridge to reopen following essential reconstruction works
Pinfold Bridge in Wednesfield will reopen to traffic and pedestrians on Friday 7July, following the completion of essential repair works by City of Wolverhampton Council.
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Official Westside deal signed with developer Urban&Civic
City of Wolverhampton's £55 million Westside scheme today (Wednesday) reached a major milestone.
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City of Wolverhampton fiesta back at West Park
One of the Black Country's oldest fairground families make a welcome return to the City of Wolverhampton in July for their second fiesta.
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'Wolves@Work' delivers jobs boost for City of Wolverhampton
Wolves@Work has helped put almost 500 local people into jobs in just over four months since its official launch.
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Help for parents and carers of young children with autism
Parents and carers of young children with autism are being encouraged to find out more about a national programme designed to improve their understanding of the condition.
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Council chiefs set to review Black Country regeneration blueprint
A review of the blueprint plotting development in the Black Country over the next 20 years is set to get under way - and people will soon be given the chance to have their say.
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Free celebration event for City's informal carers
A special event for carers is being held in Wolverhampton on Friday (16 June) to mark Carers Week 2017.
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WV Active to support drowning prevention campaign
Residents are invited to take part in free water safety events at Wolverhampton's WV Active leisure centres as part of a national campaign.
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What do you think of your local pharmacy?
People are being asked to share their thoughts about the services available through their local pharmacies by completing a short survey.
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Finalists announced for city's first annual WIRE Awards
The finalists have been announced for the city's first annual Wolverhampton Independent Retail Excellence (WIRE) Awards.
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Premium Choice make move to City of Wolverhampton
One of the UK's top Insurance Brokers has chosen to make the City of Wolverhampton the base for its new headquarters.
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Rainbow of healthy flavours on offer to city's pupils
Pupils in Wolverhampton will be challenged to eat a rainbow during Healthy Eating Week.
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Mining heritage leads to name of Bilston Urban Village pub
The name has been revealed for the new Marston's family-friendly pub restaurant on the Bilston Urban Village development - as well as the number of jobs it will create.
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Stow Heath Primary completes turnaround with Good rating
A Wolverhampton school placed into special measures 3 years ago is now "Good" across the board, according to Ofsted.
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Pupils on song for musical celebration in Queen Square
Hundreds of pupils from across Wolverhampton are tuning up for a spectacular musical performance in Queen Square next week.
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Wolverhampton Art Gallery hosts first ever wedding
Love was in the air as Wolverhampton Art Gallery staged its first wedding ceremony on Saturday.
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First step to be taken towards new Local Nature Reserve
City of Wolverhampton Council is set to make the first official step in designating the Wyrley and Essington Canal as a new Local Nature Reserve (LNR).
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City volunteers recognised with prestigious Queen's Awards
The dedication of teams of committed volunteers in Wolverhampton has been recognised after 7 organisations they represent received the prestigious Queen's Award for Voluntary Service.
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Organisers of planned car cruise hit with fines by High Court
Two women who breached a Black Country wide ban on car cruising by organising a gathering have been hit with fines and costs totalling £3,000 by the High Court.
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Falklands War sacrifices remembered at service
People will remember the sacrifices made by those who fought and died in the Falklands War, including men from Wolverhampton and Walsall, at an annual service next week.
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Host of activities to mark National Bookstart Week
Young bookworms will be flocking to Wolverhampton's libraries during National Bookstart Week (5 to 10 June) - with a host of activities for pre-school children featuring Bookstart Bear over the next few days.
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Denim for dementia day raises £500 for Alzheimer's Society
Generous City of Wolverhampton Council staff raised £500 for the Alzheimer's Society by donning denim for the day.
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75% of city pharmacies sign up to health improvement scheme
Three quarters of pharmacies in Wolverhampton have signed up to a new scheme designed to give local residents additional help to improve their health and wellbeing.
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Trading Standards team offers Child Safety Week tips
Trading Standards officers in Wolverhampton will be out and about throughout Child Safety Week (5 to 11 June, 2017) to warn parents and carers about some of the hidden dangers lurking in the home.
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Find out how to step up a Level at adult education open days
People wanting to get onto a fast track to university or a new career are being encouraged to find out about Level 3 courses at special Adult Education Wolverhampton open days taking place next week.
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Wolverhampton City Sports Advisory Council marks 50 years
Wolverhampton City Sports Advisory Council held a celebration to mark its 50th anniversary last week.
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City will #SaluteOurForces with Armed Forces Day events
More details of the Armed Forces Day celebrations in Wolverhampton have been unveiled, with a packed programme of community events lined up for all the family.
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Cyclists get into gear for hero Percy Stallard
Scores of cyclists are saddling up for a celebratory ride through Wolverhampton to mark the 75th anniversary of Britain's first ever road race.
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Tentec build underway in flurry of i54 South Staffordshire activity
World leading Swedish engineering group Atlas Copco has started the build of a new state of the art manufacturing facility at i54 South Staffordshire.
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Calling young engineers to LEGO® robotics masterclass
Young engineers can create and command robots using LEGO at special half term workshops, at Wolverhampton Art Gallery.
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Paddling pools open for summer of fun
Wolverhampton's 2 public paddling pools will be officially opened to the public this weekend ready for the summer season.
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City's young adults reveal how BC Impact is making a difference
Young adults in the City of Wolverhampton are overcoming barriers to employment thanks to Black Country Impact.
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Child Safety Week tips and advice from Trading Standards
Trading Standards officers in Wolverhampton will be playing a key role in this year's Child Safety Week, which begins on Monday 5 June.
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Free celebration event for City's informal carers
A special event for carers is being held in Wolverhampton next month to mark Carers Week 2017.
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City's young people benefit from award winning project
More than 500 young people in the City of Wolverhampton have benefitted from the 'Passport to Employment' (P2E) project.
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Professionals share learning at first Early Years conference
Professionals working with children aged from birth to 5 came together to share best practice at Wolverhampton's inaugural Early Years conference.
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Warstones Primary maintains "Good" Ofsted rating
A Wolverhampton school continues to be "Good", according to Ofsted.
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Statement from West Midlands Police
At around 10pm on Tuesday (23 May) the Prime Minister raised the national security state to critical. This means that not only does an attack remain highly likely but a further attack may be imminent.
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Half term fun with LEGO® at Wolverhampton Art Gallery
Families looking for half term fun next week are being reminded about the hit LEGO exhibition at Wolverhampton Art Gallery.
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Major Road junction improvement works completed
City of Wolverhampton Council has completed a major road junction improvement scheme at the boundary of Wolverhampton and Dudley.
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Summer demolition works for wider Interchange area
Work will start early this summer to demolish an eyesore building as part of City of Wolverhampton Interchange's development plans.
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City to hold inaugural Festival of Food and Drink
City of Wolverhampton is to hold its inaugural Festival of Food and Drink as the showpiece event for its 10 day visitor programme in July.
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