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New earlier date set for next street racing injunction hearing
The case management hearing will now take place at 10.30am on Wednesday 4 October, 2023, at Birmingham District Registry, Civil Justice Centre, The Priory Courts, 33 Bull Street, Birmingham B4 6DS, before Her Honour Judge Kelly. The hearing has been brought forward from the previously announced date in November due to the early availability of the court. The interim injunction was allowed to continue by the High Court, with minor alterations, in May.
Date set for next street racing injunction hearing
It will take place at 10.30am on Friday 10 November at Birmingham District Registry, Civil Justice Centre, The Priory Courts, 33 Bull Street, Birmingham B4 6DS. The interim injunction was allowed to continue by the High Court, with minor alterations, in May. It prohibits people from participating, as a driver, a rider or a passenger, in a gathering of two or more people at which some of those present engage in motor racing or motor stunts or other dangerous or obstructive driving.
Sandwell Council and partners celebrate completion of legacy phase of new Sandwell Aquatics Centre
The only brand-new venue for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, the Smethwick-based centre will offer a huge range of sport and exercise facilities for everyone in the community. Sandwell Council’s delivery partner, Wates, successfully bid for and won the contract to build the facility in 2018, and construction started in 2019. Work continued throughout the Covid-19 pandemic and Brexit and the facility was completed ready for the Birmingham Commonwealth Games in summer 2022.
Record-breaking 15 green spaces in Sandwell officially recognised among country’s best
There are a now record-breaking 15 parks and green spaces in Sandwell included in the Green Flag Awards announced today (Tuesday 18 July). It’s the most Green Flags that Sandwell has ever received in the annual awards since they were first awarded in 1997. Haden Hill Park in Cradley Heath has also retained the Green Heritage Site Accreditation, supported by Historic England, for the management of its historic features.
Jazz & Blues Festival under way
Jazz & Blues Festival under way Published 14th July 2023 Sandwell Council is once again supporting the Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival - with the festival getting under way today (Friday 14 July) at Wednesbury Library with help from The Shufflepack. This 39th festival will see musicians from across the world showcase their talent across Sandwell’s six towns, including in our libraries, museums and parks.
Howzat! New cricket pitches for Sandwell’s parks
This follows Sandwell Council securing more than £130,000 towards investment in cricket pitches across Sandwell’s six towns, which has been kindly funded by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and their partnership with KP Snacks as Official Team Partner of The Hundred. Staffordshire Cricket is also supporting the project, working with local clubs to encourage participation in cricket.
Changes to Sandwell parking charges agreed
These include discounted season tickets for parking on nominated days and additional free parking. The plans outlined in the report mean the council will be able to continue delivering its parking service as well as supporting other council policy objectives, such as boosting active and sustainable travel, tackling climate change, and improving air quality.
Street racers could face jail for breaching court injunction
The interim injunction banning ‘street racing’, also known as ‘car cruising’, prohibits people from participating, as a driver, a rider or a passenger, in a gathering of two or more people at which some of those present engage in motor racing or motor stunts or other dangerous or obstructive driving. It came into effect in December 2022 and was ordered to continue by the High Court at a hearing on 19 May 2023.
High Court continues interim Black Country street racing ban
The interim injunction prohibits people from participating, as a driver, a rider or a passenger, in a gathering of two or more people at which some of those present engage in motor racing or motor stunts or other dangerous or obstructive driving. It covers the whole of the boroughs of Sandwell, Dudley, Walsall and Wolverhampton and anyone breaching it will be in contempt of court and could face penalties including imprisonment, a fine or an order to have their assets seized.
Change of date for street racing injunction review hearing
The High Court injunction prohibits people from participating, as a driver, a rider or a passenger, in a gathering of two or more people at which some of those present engage in motor racing or motor stunts or other dangerous or obstructive driving. It covers the whole of the boroughs of Sandwell, Dudley, Walsall and Wolverhampton and anyone breaching it will be in contempt of court and could face penalties including imprisonment, a fine or an order to have their assets seized.
Street racing injunction review hearing next month
The High Court injunction prohibits people from participating, as a driver, a rider or a passenger, in a gathering of two or more people at which some of those present engage in motor racing or motor stunts or other dangerous or obstructive driving. It covers the whole of the boroughs of Sandwell, Dudley, Walsall and Wolverhampton and anyone breaching it will be in contempt of court and could face penalties including imprisonment, a fine or an order to have their assets seized.
More than 94% of families in Sandwell get first choice of primary school
More than 94 per cent (94%) of parents and carers have been offered a place for their child in Reception at their first preferred school, an increase of two per cent on last year in Sandwell. Families applying for school places were notified today (Monday 17 April), either by email or letter, which school their child will be starting in September 2023.
Community hubs pilot at Blackheath and West Bromwich Central libraries
The two hubs are now available as follows: Central Library, High Street, West Bromwich, B70 8DZ: Every Tuesday, 10am to 4.30pm Blackheath Library, High Street, Blackheath, B65 0EA: Every Wednesday, 10am to 4.30pm Available at the hub sessions will be customer service advisors, a housing officer, revenue and benefits advisors via Teams and webchat, and a staff member from the Healthy Sandwell team in Public Health, plus library staff on hand to support residents who need any face-to-face support.
Major transformation for Oldbury council homes well under way
Representatives from Sandwell Council and Lovell Partnerships Limited, which is carrying out the work, visited 19-storey high-rise block Darley House in Wallace Close to see the progress made since work started in November 2022. Surrounding low-rise blocks Alston House, Birchley House, Century House, Radnall House and Selby House will also benefit from the major transformation for the area in forthcoming phases of the project.
One free garden waste collection this month for Sandwell residents
Sandwell residents with garden waste from the winter months can put out their bin for one free collection. Bin crews will be out across Sandwell during the weeks beginning 13 and 20 March to make one free garden waste collection on residents’ usual bin day. All garden waste, including any chopped up Christmas trees, must be inside the bin with the lid closed. Residents are asked to put out their garden waste bin from 13 March on their usual bin collection day.
Sandwell's newest cemetery officially opens
The new Canalside Cemetery is off Powke Lane, a short distance from the existing cemetery and crematorium. Work to create the new cemetery, which has an office building with toilets for mourners, car parking and CCTV, has also improved the surrounding open space. The existing woodland and grassland habitats have been improved and new woodland, wildflower meadow and wetland habitats have been created.
High Court continues interim Black Country street racing ban
The interim injunction prohibits people from participating, as a driver, a rider or a passenger, in a gathering of two or more people at which some of those present engage in motor racing or motor stunts or other dangerous or obstructive driving. It covers the whole of the boroughs of Wolverhampton, Dudley, Sandwell and Walsall and anyone breaching it will be in contempt of court and could face penalties including imprisonment, a fine or an order to have their assets seized.
The Christian Roots of the Fair Trade Movement
Americans do the most shopping during the last two months on the calendar, fulfilling Christmas gift lists, taking advantage of online deals, and snagging up holiday favorites at local stores. But the spendiest season of the year also offers a broadening array of moral dilemmas regarding our consumerism and a yearning to make something better of it.
Author Lee Strobel Supports the Women Accusing Bill Hybels, Says They're 'Godly and Credible'
Today, former pastor and noted Case for Christ author Lee Strobel posted on Twitter that he supports and believes the women accusing former Willow Creek pastor Bill Hybels of sexual misconduct. Strobel said the women were “Godly and credible” and admitted he hadn’t seen any evidence of misconduct while he was at Willow Creek. Strobel was teaching pastor at Willow Creek from 1987 to 2000.
Willow Creek Is Launching a New Investigation into Bill Hybels
This weekend, The New York Times published a story in which a woman named Pat Baranowski described years of sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior by Willow Creek Church founder Bill Hybels. Hybels stepped down as the pastor—sooner than he previously said he planned to—following other allegations by several women of sexual misconduct back in March. Back in March, the church and Hybels denied the allegations and suggested that the women who made them were lying.
Here’s the No. 1 Term People Searched on BibleGateway.com
Online Scripture resource Bible Gateway has reportedly been viewed over 14 billion times in its 25 years. On its 25th anniversary, the site shared its top searches. Bible Gateway, a Bible search engine, was created in 1993 and is home to over 200 versions of the Bible in over 70 languages. The group shared that “love” is the top keyword searched on the site.
Report: 38% of Evangelical Churchgoers Believe in the ‘Prosperity Gospel’
A new study has found just how many American Protestants believe in the theology known as the prosperity gospel. LifeWay asked more than 1,000 Protestant churchgoers from across the country several questions related to the controversial teaching, including if their “church teaches that if I give more money to my church and charities, God will bless me in return.” 38% said that their churches did.
Study: People Say Practicing Their Faith in Other Ways Is a Main Reason They Don't Attend Church
It’s been widely said and repeated that Americans are attending church less than they have historically. However, the reasons for that have been mostly conjecture. According to a new survey out of Pew Research Center, the reasons people aren’t attending church are more practical than being about a lack of faith. The reasons people continue to attend are largely about building their relationship with God.
As a Leader, You Should Seek God First
The following is an excerpt from Rooting for Rivals, Peter Greer and Chris Horst’s newest book, released July 2018. Looming high above busy Broadway Avenue in downtown Denver stands a historic mansion that until recently was rapidly losing the grandeur of its youth. Years of neglect had resulted in the once-pristine brick Victorian’s slow conversion into a neighborhood eyesore and a hotbed of drugs, violence and other illicit activities.
Episode 628: Derek Minor
On today’s show, we talk with rapper Derek Minor about his upcoming album The Trap, and why he doesn’t think Christian hip-hop should play it safe. We also hear about a church’s controversial plan to outsource their sermons, discuss the ethics of the coming AI revolution plus a lot more!
Willow Creek: ‘We Now Believe Bill [Hybels] Entered Into Areas of Sin’
The leadership of Willow Creek has released another statement related to allegations of sexual misconduct by the church’s founder and former pastor Bill Hybels. He resigned earlier this year. Hybels was accused of a pattern of inappropriate behavior over the course of years. He and the church initially adamantly denied them.
How Entrepreneurs Practice Their Faith Through Companies - OnFaith
Since the Hobby Lobby case, there’s been lots of talk about what makes a corporation “religious,” if anything. Of course, corporations can’t really be religious, but their founders can and are, and they often express their religion in and through their corporations. Religion plays a big role in our country’s enterprises — in ways that may encourage you, discourage you, or both. Manoj Bhargava, the reclusive founder and owner of the billion-dollar enterprise 5 Hour Energy, is a deeply religious man.
Guest Commentary: Refugees finding work in Colorado
Millenials flock to Denver faster than almost every other city in the country. Colorado's recreational culture, active lifestyle and surging downtown create a magnetic atmosphere for young people. But our new neighbors include more than hipsters in search of tech startups and fresh powder. "Colorado is better than other places," said Ah Hki, who moved to Colorado two years ago from a refugee camp in Thailand. "I found a great job and have a lot of work.
Christianity's Most Famous Beer Enthusiasts
Christians and beer have a complicated relationship. In recent decades, many conservative evangelical camps have deemed alcohol consumption to be a cultural no-no, relegating it somewhere between church taboo and sinful behavior. However, craft beer in Christianity is making a comeback as a new generation (many of whom were raised by teetotalers) is now setting their own rules for church.
Entertainment for all at Tipton Community Fun Day
Everyone is encouraged to attend the annual community fun day at Victoria Park, Tipton, on Sunday 26 July. Be part of lots of free entertainment suitable for everyone from 11am to 6pm. There will be a variety of different activities, ranging from a mini zoo to bouncy castles to live bands. Other attractions include fairground rides, a car boot sale and climbing walls. Admission to the event is free.
Free arts events for all ages
A series of free arts and cultural events are being held at Sandwell Arts Café in West Bromwich.
Holocaust Memorial commemorations
A Holocaust Memorial Day event will be held in West Bromwich to give people the chance to remember the victims of genocide.
St. Nick, Patron of Pawn Shops
Father Pawn Shop. It doesn’t quite have the same ring as Father Christmas, but it’s an equal descriptor of St. Nicholas. We associate ol’ St. Nick with tinsel and chimneys, not money-lending and neon signs. We imagine him giving gold coins to hungry families, rather than purchasing gold at a fraction of its worth. Yet St. Nicholas holds an unlikely affiliation with montes pietatis, the 14th century precursor to the modern-day pawn shop industry.
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