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Hylton Road flood solution on horizon

PLANS for a permanent floodbank in Worcester looks set to be given high priority by the Environment Agency following this summer's flooding.  more...

Royal Worcester teams up with Jamie

ROYAL Worcester is launching a new range of oven to tableware in association with celebrity chef Jamie Oliver.  more...

Ex convict dies day after release

A MAN who refused to go to hospital after taking drugs and suffering from a chest infection died a day after being released from prison.  more...

Bowling club arson

A BOWLING club near Evesham has been attacked by arsonists.  more...

Rare moths spotted in Worcestershire

FIVE rare species of moth have been spotted on an area of common land in Worcestershire by wildlife lovers and conservationists.  more...

Cats crisis for RSPCA

The Worcester branch of the RSPCA is facing the devastating dilemma of closing their doors to cats until some of the moggies currently in their care are found new homes.  more...

Cats crisis for RSPCA

The Worcester branch of the RSPCA is facing the devastating dilemma of closing their doors to cats until some of the moggies currently in their care are found new homes.  more...

Cats crisis for RSPCA

The Worcester branch of the RSPCA is facing the devastating dilemma of closing their doors to cats until some of the moggies currently in their care are found new homes.  more...

Cats crisis for RSPCA

The Worcester branch of the RSPCA is facing the devastating dilemma of closing their doors to cats until some of the moggies currently in their care are found new homes.  more...

Warriors expand parking

A NEW access track and parking on the east side of the Worcester Warriors' expanded ground has been approved - despite warnings the club is slowly encroaching on green belt land.  more...

Fund launched to help flood hit businesses

A FUND has been launched to help Worcestershire businesses hit by floods.  more...

Distraction burglary near Evesham

TWO burglars who pretended to be workmen needing to drain a woman's water-pipes stole cash and belongings from her.  more...

Living's easy but fish ain't jumping

THE weekend weather was good news for the crowds but not such good news for the fishermen at the weekend's annual Evesham Angling Festival - the country's largest.  more...

'Disgusting' yobs deface play area

THE new children's playground on Davies Road, that has yet to officially open to the public, has been vandalised by yobs.  more...

Store's illuminated sign appeal is refused

EVESHAM supermarket Aldi will not be allowed to put up three illuminated signs at its store in Swan Lane.  more...

Thoughtless parking delays surgery cabin

ours while delivering a portable cabin to a flood-hit doctors' surgery due to parked cars blocking their route.  more...

Thoughtless parking delays surgery cabin

CONTRACTORS were delayed for hours while delivering a portable cabin to a flood-hit doctors' surgery due to parked cars blocking their route.  more...

MP fighting to save vital seasonal worker scheme

PETER Luff has expressed concern over government plans to abolish a scheme that provides growers with vital workers.  more...

Good marks all round as schools celebrate record year for results

SCHOOLS across Evesham reported record breaking GCSE results last week.  more...

Cash award for ‘geomap’

AN EVESHAM man has been awarded £107,000 to construct a geological map made from the same materials as the area it represents.  more...

Call for post office vigilance

RESIDENTS in Worcestershire and Warwickshire are being urged to be vigilant over the threat of post office closures.  more...

Iraq veteran has a new mission

AN Iraq war veteran has been given the chance to develop his business after being granted permission to live on site.  more...

Residents praised for digging deep

LOCAL residents have been praised by volunteers from the Arthritis Research Campaign (ARC) after donating more than £500 to the charity.  more...

Fine recovery after flooding

JUST six weeks after the most disastrous floods in living memory, Evesham people are celebrating.  more...

Lorry campaigners say villages being ‘industrialised’

VILLAGERS who say their lives are blighted by heavy lorries are calling for weight restrictions to be enforced.  more...

Man jailed for failing to pay £4,350 council tax

A VALE man has been sent to prison for 77 days for non-payment of council tax.  more...

Banner missing... for fourth year in a row

EVESHAM'S Phoenix Theatre Group's banner has gone missing from its place on the High Street for the fourth year in a row.  more...

Disabled boy’s specially adapted home ruined by floodwaters

AN Evesham family who won a landmark court ruling in favour of their son, Daniel, who was left severely disabled after problems during his birth, have had their specially-adapted bungalow ruined by floodwaters.  more...

Hunt for distraction burglars

POLICE in South Worcestershire have issued the descriptions of two men who stole cash and belongings from a woman after pretending to be workmen needing to drain her mains water-pipes.  more...

Latets

Man dies after altercation

A MAN has died after an altercation at Trafford Retail Park in Smallwood.  more...

Man dies after altercation

A MAN has died after an altercation at Trafford Retail Park in Smallwood.  more...

Letters

Minority will suffer with centre closure

SIR - Correct me if I'm wrong, but I've always understood NHS to stand for National Health Service - the same health care for everyone, everywhere.  more...

Don’t worry – both the trees will be replaced

Sir - I would like to thank DT Reardon for the kind comments of August 15 regarding our success in achieving green flag status for Gheluvelt Park.  more...

Dog was rehomed privately, not by us

SIR - With reference to recent articles in your newspaper regarding the rehoming of a Japanese Akita dog called Casper, the RSPCA would like to point out that we had no involvement with the rehoming of this dog.  more...

City needs more squash courts

SIR - I was disappointed to discover that there will be no squash courts at the newly rebuilt St John's Leisure Centre.  more...

Build a bypass and stop traffic chaos

SIR - You reported on August 24 that Pershore High Street plan leads to row over roadworks'.  more...

Children at the door

At around 7.30pm, a group of children, five in total age group around six to maybe 13 years old knocking on doors belonging to elderly persons. Asking the occupants do you have any work that they might want doing within your home for free.  more...

Opinions ignored

LIKE Mrs Cattle of Common Road, I too am very disappointed and saddened that Mr Heritage's wonderful plans have been turned down.  more...

Stock answer to fishing

It was disturbing to read in the Journal about Simon Bowyer's problems at his fishing lake in Naunton Beauchamp.  more...

District responsibility

I REFER to your article in the Evesham Journal entitled Spy cameras are waste of money and notice that once again Councillors Barns (County) and Pemberton (District) are quoted as saying the issue is a concern and that the parish council should act.  more...

Excellent

I watched a wonderful evening of entertainment at Evesham Art Centre, Debbie Miles, the Derek Bruce Showband and dancers were a joy to watch and excellent value for money.  more...

This road scheme is unwanted

I AM writing to express my concern over the apparent inability of some (the majority it seems) of the Pershore elected Councillors to engage in joined up thinking over the Pershore Road Enhancement Scheme.  more...

Need for better bus services

THERE is a real need to improve the bus services in Wyre Forest. I have asked for services to be increased into and between our three towns.  more...

Positive slant on country music

I WRITE in response to the letter from Stephen Thorneycroft in last week's Shuttle. I can appreciate his annoyance at being disturbed by the music from the Wyre Forest Country and Western Mini Festival. It's certainly not everyone's cup of tea!  more...

One-way system for pedestrians over bridge

I'VE been reading with interest the various suggestions that have been raised on the subject of making Bewdley Bridge safer for pedestrians.  more...

LETTER FROM BRUSSELS

THIS summer more Britons have been taking their holidays abroad, fleeing the floods in the UK. But summer also brings a flood of people fleeing the other way.  more...

Recycling is key to refuse system

ALTHOUGH Mr Wilkins did not include me in his little survey (Out of touch on refuse collections), I would be the second exception in the over 100 people' whom he surveyed.  more...

Urgent plea for traffic survey

I AM furious at the planning proposals for the development on Martley Road, Areley Kings.  more...

Dog mess - leave the country!

TWO items caught my eye in last week's Shuttle.  more...

Labour and Health Concern should unite

A LAMB (Letters, July 5) is absolutely right to remind your readers of the NHS under the Tories.  more...

Lifestyle

Is this year’s crop of UK wine a washout?

IT's not the rain that's the problem - it's the cold, says Jonty Daniels, who runs Astley Vineyards, near Stourport-on-Severn.  more...

Is this year’s crop of UK wine a washout?

IT's not the rain that's the problem - it's the cold, says Jonty Daniels, who runs Astley Vineyards, near Stourport-on-Severn.  more...

Music

On brink of big time

THE sounds of Kidderminster band, Weak13, are set to be heard across the country now they have signed their first record deal.  more...

News

Holland ban is big lift as City tackle joint leaders

A SUSPENSION for Harrogate Town goal-machine Danny Holland could not have come at a better time for Worcester City.  more...

Holland ban is big lift as City tackle joint leaders

A SUSPENSION for Harrogate Town goal-machine Danny Holland could not have come at a better time for Worcester City.  more...

Ruddock injury worries

WORCESTER Warriors director of rugby Mike Ruddock has two injury concerns ahead of his first game at Sixways tomorrow (4pm).  more...

New season welcomed in style

FOLLOWING a successful trial game at Tewkesbury, Malvern Rugby Club opens the new campaign with two simultaneous matches at Spring Lane tomorrow (Saturday).  more...

Town home in FA Cup

MALVERN Town welcome Derbyshire side Glossop North End (3.00) to Langland Stadium tomorrow (Saturday) in the preliminary round of the FA Cup.  more...

Opinion

Lesson that lookstohave been learnt

IN the immediate aftermath of last month's floods this newspaper made it clear that we believed lessons had to be learnt, particularly in view of the failure to put up flood barriers in Worcester.  more...

Lesson that looks to have been learnt

IN the immediate aftermath of last month's floods this newspaper made it clear that we believed lessons had to be learnt, particularly in view of the failure to put up flood barriers in Worcester.  more...

Pershore

Real ale fans’ joy after pub plans thrown out

REAL ale drinkers were raising their glasses in celebration this week as plans to close a popular Pershore pub were thrown out by council members.  more...

Do you have Croome stories?

PEOPLE with memories of Croome Park, near Pershore, are being asked to come forward with their stories.  more...

Mother slams home scheme

A MOTHER of two from Pershore has slammed Wychavon District Council's home choice scheme for not prioritising individual cases adequately.  more...

Help available for those who suffer from disease

PEOPLE suffering from a debilitating disease are reminded that a help is available from a dedicated support group.  more...

Extra work for man, 26

A MAN who missed a probation appointment after being sentenced for drug offences has been ordered to carry out extra unpaid work.  more...

Boat survives floods only to be wrecked by vandals

A PERSHORE man saw his beloved boat survive raging floodwater in July, only for it to be wrecked by vandals less than a week later.  more...

Pets

Rabbits - companionship, health and common Illnessess

Companionship  more...

Dogs and puppies - Caring for your Dog

caring for my dog It is widely regarded and accepted that the domestic dog is descended from the Grey wolf (Canis Lupus) and it is believed that the first domestication of the dog took place at least 10,000 years ago, but possibly as long as 35,000 years ago, remains of dogs of this age were always found near humans and this is why the dog was given the name "Canis Familiaris".  more...

Dogs and puppies - Caring for your Dog

It is widely regarded and accepted that the domestic dog is descended from the Grey wolf (Canis Lupus) and it is believed that the first domestication of the dog took place at least 10,000 years ago, but possibly as long as 35,000 years ago, remains of dogs of this age were always found near humans and this is why the dog was given the name "Canis Familiaris".  more...

Dogs and puppies - Caring for your Dog

It is widely regarded and accepted that the domestic dog is descended from the Grey wolf (Canis Lupus) and it is believed that the first domestication of the dog took place at least 10,000 years ago, but possibly as long as 35,000 years ago, remains of dogs of this age were always found near humans and this is why the dog was given the name "Canis Familiaris".  more...

Dogs and puppies - Caring for your Dog

It is widely regarded and accepted that the domestic dog is descended from the Grey wolf (Canis Lupus) and it is believed that the first domestication of the dog took place at least 10,000 years ago, but possibly as long as 35,000 years ago, remains of dogs of this age were always found near humans and this is why the dog was given the name "Canis Familiaris".  more...

Dogs and puppies : fleas and worms

Fleas  more...

Dogs and puppies : fleas and worms

Fleas  more...

Dogs and puppies : fleas and worms

Fleas  more...

Dogs and puppies: Would a dog be right for me?

Dogs have always taken the role of mans best friend. Many portraits of Kings and Queens though out history have also shown a trusty dog at their feet.  more...

Property News

Property of the week - August 30, 2007

WINDRUSH House is an attractive and spacious detached property set in an enviable location in the village of Hazleton with stunning views across rolling countryside.  more...

Reader'S Pictures

Worcester Festival

Fireworks at the end of the festival. Picture sent in by Andrew Kelsall  more...

Worcester Festival

Fireworks at Cathedral. Picture taken by Andrew Kelsall  more...

Worcester Festival

Worcester Cathedral. Picture sent in by Andrew Kelsall  more...

Worcester Festival

The Sauce City Jazz Band. Picture sent in by Andrew Kelsall  more...

Worcester Festival

Barry Kay's Punch and Judy. Picture sent in by Andrew Kelsall  more...

Worcester Festival

Smithsodeon two piece jazz band. Picture sent in by Andrew Kelsall  more...

Worcester Festival

Claptrap Theatre Company. Picture sent in by Andrew Kelsall  more...

Worcester Festival

Percy Peacock. Picture sent in by Andrew Kelsall  more...

Worcester Festival

Maynard Flipflat Tap Dancing Turkeys Street Theatre. Picture sent in by Andrew Kelsall  more...

Reports

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Malvern coast warm-up game

TEWKESBURY 8pts, MALVERN 29pts  more...

Reserves put in a lacklustre display

MALVERN TOWN RES 0, BRIDGNORTH TOWN RES 1  more...

Lewis Skyers in resilient display

MALVERN TOWN 1, CHASETOWN 3  more...

Reviews

DVD - The Messengers (15)

A FAMILY try to make a fresh start in a new home after several personal disasters.  more...

DVD - Inland Empire (15)

A DAVID Lynch film is not the easiest to describe, let alone review, but here goes...  more...

CD - Conviction - Aiden

THEY have been called the best thing to come out of Seattle since Kurt Cobain - something which could not be further from the truth.  more...

DVD - Blades of Glory (12)

I FEEL as though I shouldn't like this movie.  more...

CD - Lady’s Bridge - Richard Hawley

RICHARD Hawley is something of an anomaly in the modern music industry.  more...

Round-Up

Goalkeeper stars with bat

PAUL Wyatt is known more for his goalkeeping skills than his cricket ability.  more...

Spa bowlers destroy hosts in league rout

IN one of the lowest-scoring matches in Crusader Worcestershire League history, Droitwich Spa Seconds took just 75 minutes to beat Bromyard by nine wickets.  more...

Magic for Matt

PERSHORE'S Matt Nicoll-Jones just missed out on adding a further win to his Texaco Havoline Ginetta Championships tally at Thruxton.  more...

Youths racing

THE rearranged Worcestershire Youth Grasstrack Club Worcester Winner meeting is set for Saturday.  more...

Stourport hosting hockey open day

STOURPORT begin their new season with the annual club day on Saturday.  more...

Brockamin ace is back to old tricks

FISHERY expert Chris Senter recorded another convincing victory on his favourite Brockamin venue when he won the Monday open from unfancied peg 41 at the top end of the big lake.  more...

Parsons secures top-five placing

MICHELLE Parsons secured fifth place for the second year running at the 19th Powerman Long Distance Duathlon World Championships.  more...

White is schools hurdles champ

WORCESTER Athletic Club's Jenny White came away from the UK School Games with victory in the 300m hurdles.  more...

Tye and West in double gold

WORCESTER Canoe Club's 18-strong team returned from the National Canoe and Kayak Marathon Championships with a haul of medals.  more...

Unbeaten Fields are bidding to march on

WESTFIELDS are looking to extend their unbeaten start to the season to six games when they visit Causeway United in the FA Cup preliminary round on Sunday (3pm).  more...

Molloy on hunt for cup booster

MALVERN Town manager Paul Molloy is desperate for his team to register their first win of the season.  more...

Town to be kings of Castle?

PERSHORE Town head to Castle Vale in the Midland Combination Premier Division on Saturday (3pm).  more...

Dales begin their defence

ARCHDALES '73 start their defence of the President's Cup on Saturday at home to Fairfield Villa (3pm).  more...

Bromyard toast FA Cup first

BROMYARD Town make their FA Cup debut on Saturday when Shepshed Dynamo visit Delahay Meadow in the preliminary round (3pm).  more...

Mullen looks to build on first win

STOURPORT Swifts manager Phil Mullen is not reading too much into Belper Town's poor start to the season.  more...

Harriers aiming for more of the same

HAVING sparkled against Rushden and Diamonds on Monday, Kidderminster Harriers assistant manager Neil Howarth is calling for more of the same from his players when they welcome one of the title favourites Exeter City to Aggborough on Saturday.  more...

Turner encouraged by Bulls shows

HEREFORD United chief Graham Turner reckons his side have belief in their ability after the Carling Cup showing against Birmingham.  more...

Rovers manager threatening changes

BROMSGROVE Rovers manager Rod Brown has threatened to make changes if his side don't raise their game.  more...

Staff 'not allowed to assist'

A WHEELCHAIR-bound and partially sighted elderly woman returning to her room after being taken out to lunch, was not helped to her room by Bromsgrove District Housing Trust employees due to health and safety reasons, it has been claimed.  more...

Bishampton - Hi-tech expert aids needy in South Africa

AN information technology expert from Bishampton is helping to change the lives of needy people in South Africa.  more...

Members keen to ride

FIFTEEN members of Evesham Wheelers gathered outside Argos last Sunday morning even though no ride had been advertised due to the bank holiday.  more...

Fifth place for Michelle

EVESHAM'S Michelle Parsons finished a magnificent fifth at the Powerman Long Distance Duathlon World Championships.  more...

Naughty Nathan knuckles down

NATHAN Vaughan doesn't have to prove anything to anyone about his goalkeeping ability - it's his ability to keep his temper under control that has come into question, writes Mervyn Collins.  more...

Vale duo's Power progress

VALE Golf and Country Club members Glen Smith and Colin Harris have secured a place in the final of the world's first national PowerPlay Golf Championship.  more...

Hampton - Ex-home is to be turned into houses

A FORMER children's home in Hampton is to be redeveloped into 12 two-bedroom houses.  more...

Vale mayor week - August 30, 2007

THE week started with a very good turnout at the Hospital Club crib drive in aid of my charities which benefited by a further £150. Thank you all and a special thanks to Bill Catchpole for all the organising and the hospital club for their hospitality.  more...

Wickhamford - Hall closed for weeks

THE MEMORIAL Hall in Wickhamford will be closed from Monday September, 3 for approximately six weeks due to refurbishment following the recent flooding.  more...

Talking newspaper

AN edited edition of the Evesham Journal is available on audio tape for those who find newsprint difficult to read.  more...

Mickleton - grassroots

GARDENING CLUB: A lucky break in this year's abysmal weather provided a warm, sunny afternoon for the annual show which was held on Saturday. The event was well supported with many local people and visitors enjoying the displays of flowers, fruit and vegetables. The floral art section included Victorian-style posies, miniature displays and arrangements on the theme of Harvest Time. In the cookery section there were cherry cakes, biscuits, scones, preserves and an opportunity for the men to show off their cooking skills with a men-only section.  more...

North & Middle Littleton - grassroots

PARISH COUNCIL: PC Baldwin attended to inform members of the PACT Roadshow to be held in Badsey village hall on September 18. Other items discussed with him were speeding in Cleeve Road, vehicles failing to recognise the stop sign at the junction of Long Hyde Road and Main Street, South Littleton and the parking of vehicles at the junction of Main Street and Blacksmiths Lane, South Littleton.  more...

Ilmington - grassroots

PARISH COUNCIL: Nineteen parishioners attended the August meeting to dscuss the recent flooding in the village.  more...

Countryside - Farmers hit back over rumours that price rises may be looming

FARMERS have hit back over stories about food price rises and put into perspective reasons behind any increases that may be in the offing.  more...

Countryside - Help educate the young on farming

FARMERS in North Gloucestershire are being urged to put their hands up and volunteer for a educational project.  more...

Countryside - Discover the appeal of unusual types of apple

AN annual apple day will provide an opportunity for visitors to sample some of the huge number of varieties available.  more...

Countryside - Discover the appeal of unusual types of apple

AN annual apple day will provide an opportunity for visitors to sample some of the huge number of varieties available.  more...

Countryside - More seeds and insects needed for bird life

SEED-bearing arable flowers and ground-dwelling insects together provide a perfect year-round banquet for farmland birds.  more...

Countryside - Business centre is in line for award

A COMPLEX on the side of Bredon Hill is on the shortlist for a prestigious national Country Land and Business Association award.  more...

Broadway - Dispute leads to resignation

TEMPERS were raised at a meeting of Broadway Parish Council on Thursday when a dispute over a procedural issue resulted in the resignation of a councillor.  more...

Broadway - Fun-packed end to the summer holidays

CHILDREN in Broadway enjoyed a fun-packed summer holiday during the village activity week.  more...

Birlingham - A marathon for marrow champs

BIRLINGHAM residents will be battling it out to see who has the biggest marrow at the village's upcoming flower and produce show.  more...

Birlingham - A marathon for marrow champs

BIRLINGHAM residents will be battling it out to see who has the biggest marrow at the village's upcoming flower and produce show.  more...

Bidford - Rock gig aims to help brave Kex

A CHARITY gig has been organised to raise money for urgent cancer treatment for an Alcester man who has been told he only has six months to live.  more...

Bidford - Sadness as Phil calls it a day

A BIDFORD parish councillor has resigned after two years sitting on the council.  more...

Bidford - Blaze probe relevant to station issue

THE investigation into the blaze at a Newquay hotel could have an impact on whether Bidford Fire Station remains open.  more...

Archive - Fruit crops hit by summer gales

GALE-force winds did a great deal of damage in Vale of Evesham orchards 50 years ago.  more...

Archive - Evesham ‘goes gay’ for hospital

A HEADLINE in the Journal 75 years ago announced Evesham goes gay'.  more...

Archive - Evesham ‘goes gay’ for hospital

A HEADLINE in the Journal 75 years ago announced Evesham goes gay'.  more...

Archive - ‘Go-ahead’ villagers have fun raising money for hall

TO raise money for a new village hall and playing fields, which was to be a social centre for the village, a fete and exhibition of fruit was held at Ashton-under-Hill sixty years ago.  more...

Bridge closure hits trade

COLWALL traders fear they will go out of business if their village bridge remains closed for much longer.  more...

Fresh hopes for village post office

THE Colwall Post Office could be re-opened in the village library.  more...

Griffiths in RNLI win

MORE than £100 was raised for the RNLI at the Arden Sailing Club on Sunday with Jeremy Griffiths taking the prize of a RNLI pennant.  more...

Brian Boswell takes his chance

MEMBER Brian Boswell took advantage of the absence of Mike Amery and the last minute decision by Dave Dickerson not to take part in VC Sevale's Thursday's Chance Lane ten-mile time trial.  more...

Belinda Tarling adds world gold to her national title

CASTLEMORTON mountain biker Belinda Tarling won gold in the World Masters mountain bike cross-country championship at Pra Loup in France.  more...

Still seats for squash exhibition

THERE are still a limited number of tickets left for the squash exhibition match featuring former world champion Peter Nichol and British Open champion Nick Matthew being played tomorrow (Saturday).  more...

Club supports fun charity day

REDDITCH United Football Club recently supported Acorns Children's Hospice by allowing an important annual sibling event to take place at the ground for free.  more...

Manager’s plea to keep music project running

THE manager of an ambitious project to bring music to Redditch youngsters is appealing for help to keep it running.  more...

New youth site is a hit

YOUNG people are already logging on to the idea of a recently-launched website designed by their peers and Worcestershire County Council's youth service.  more...

College to offer coaching course

PEOPLE are invited to refresh their perspective on life, help others and increase their earning potential with a new course in life coaching at NEW College.  more...

College to offer coaching course

PEOPLE are invited to refresh their perspective on life, help others and increase their earning potential with a new course in life coaching at NEW College.  more...

False mobile theft reports

REPORTS of mobile phone thefts in North Worcestershire have reached 860 already this year - and police are concerned the figures may not be wholly accurate.  more...

Eileen celebrates 102nd birthday with tea party

A GREEN-fingered Hopwood woman has celebrated her 102nd birthday with a tea party at her residential home.  more...

Funds up for grabs

A SPECIAL grant-giving scheme has been launched to celebrate the county's cultural diversity.  more...

Service for pets and their owners

PATSY the border collie and her reverend owner are calling on all Redditch animal lovers to attend a special service for animals at St Luke's Church in Headless Cross.  more...

Chief executive is set to visit society

REDDITCH Vegetarians and Vegans will play host to a special guest today, when Nigel Winter, the new chief executive of the Vegan Society, is due to visit.  more...

Launch of support and advice services

FAMILIES will be able to access a range of support and advice services at Redditch's Children's Centres starting this month.  more...

Launch of support and advice services

FAMILIES will be able to access a range of support and advice services at Redditch's Children's Centres starting this month.  more...

Cinema manager will leave his post

THE manager of Redditch's only cinema is leaving his job in October.  more...

Bike challenge for firm chiefs

DIRECTORS from Halfords in Smallwood have gone more than the extra mile and raised £26,000 for a good cause.  more...

Group sets wheels in motion

REDDITCH Young Labour (RYL) is officially launching its new group with an event at Redditch Skate Park.  more...

Society

Kidderminster

CYCLING CLUB - There are two rides this Sunday. The A ride starts at 8am and travels to Hergest Ridge near Kington. The C ride starts at 9.30am and is a half day ride to Ashwood Garden Centre.  more...

Wyre Forest

HISTORICAL RESEARCH GROUP -The group will be holding a family history surgery at Kidderminster Library on Wednesday, September 12 from 1pm to 4pm.  more...

Stourport

LICKHILL TG -The group will be meeting again on Monday when there will be a fish and chip supper and games evening.  more...

Theatre

Christie whodunnit spoof

MURDER mystery enthusiasts are set to be spooked when the Kidderminster Operatic and Dramatic Society performs an Agatha Christie-style whodunnit at the Rose Theatre.  more...