THOUSANDS of people across the borough turned out today (Remembrance Sunday) to remember those who lost their lives in conflict.

There was a good turn out in Halesowen for the annual event which included a parade.

Halesowen News: The parade in Halesowen. Pic courtesy of Gemma Cross - News Group Camera ClubThe parade in Halesowen. Pic courtesy of Gemma Cross - News Group Camera Club

Meanwhile - in Dudley ex-servicemen and women and reservists along with community groups paraded through the town centre before the annual service and two-minute silence at the cenotaph in Coronation Gardens.

Councillor David Stanley, Mayor of Dudley, said: "It was wonderful to see such a great turnout as we remembered those who fought for our freedom.

"It was a privilege to be part of the commemorations and I’d like to thank everyone who came along today to show their support and pay their respects.

Halesowen News: Mayor of Dudley - Cllr David Stanley - at the cenotaph in Dudley. Pic - Dudley CouncilMayor of Dudley - Cllr David Stanley - at the cenotaph in Dudley. Pic - Dudley Council

"It’s so important to remember the sacrifices made by so many, but we’ve also had time to think about all those who continue to serve in our armed forces today."

Mr John Crabtree OBE, Her Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of the West Midlands, also laid a wreath at the Dudley event.

Halesowen News: Mr John Crabtree OBE, Her Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of the West Midlands lays a wreath on Remembrance Sunday. Pic - Dudley CouncilMr John Crabtree OBE, Her Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of the West Midlands lays a wreath on Remembrance Sunday. Pic - Dudley Council

Community organised services were also held in Lye, Stourbridge, Cradley, Gornal, Kingswinford, Netherton, Quarry Bank, Sedgley, Wall Heath and Wordsley.

Tomorrow (Monday November 11) veterans will also join council staff, councillors and members of the public at the First World War Clock Tower Memorial in Priory Street for the annual Armistice Day to mark the end of the First World War service.

The service starts at 10.50am and includes the laying of wreaths and a two-minute silence.

Priory Street will be closed on the morning and alternative routes will be signposted throughout the closures from 8am to 1pm.