NEWS
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DVLA warning to UK drivers following surge in driving licence and vehicle scams
The DVLA has issued a warning to UK drivers about the growing number of driving licence and vehicle scams. Latest figures show that in 2024, almost 20,000 customers called DVLA’s contact centre to report fraudulent activity. Criminals are employing more complex methods to deceive motorists, making vigilance and awareness of the signs of such scams… More
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Chance to go behind the scenes at the The Fold in Bransford
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Why new crossing refuge at wide junction by school is ‘long overdue’
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‘Spectacular’ car show returns to Worcestershire’s ‘poshest’ village
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First residents move into 52-home ‘hamlet’ near the Malvern Hills
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Three family homes for sale in one of The Sunday Times’ best places to live
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Galleri blood test ‘feasible at scale’ on NHS, say experts
Annual screening with a blood test designed to detect multiple cancers before symptoms appear is “feasible at scale” on the NHS, according to experts. The NHS-Galleri trial is exploring how well the Galleri blood test works within the health service alongside existing screening to pick up cancer cases earlier. The results are being presented at… More
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London deputy mayor calls out Unite the Kingdom rally for Islamophobia
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Truth being withheld over RAF Chinook disaster, families say
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Crowds celebrate return of Rik Mayall Comedy Festival to Droitwich
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‘Do not eat’ warnings issued to shoppers at Tesco, Waitrose & Morrisons
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Hundreds back pub’s bid for longer hours as council approves plans
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‘Eyesore’ building could be replaced by five new homes
An “eyesore” building could soon make way for new homes if plans are approved. The Homestead in Lower Broadheath could be demolished and replaced with a mix of bungalows and houses, under proposals set to be considered by Malvern Hills District Council’s northern area planning committee. The scheme includes two three-bedroom bungalows, two four-bedroom houses,… More
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Richard Osman baffled as he has ‘no idea’ where wrong Pointless claim came from
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Inside the £4.75 million mansion once owned by the founder of Poundland
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Runner taking on 220-mile challenge in memory of dad cared for by Worcester hospice
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Communal garden at Worcester retirement scheme set for upgrade
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The top rated fish and chip shops in Worcester according to Google reviewers
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Care home celebrates nurses on special day of recognition
Nurses were celebrated for their dedication on a special day of celebration. Rashwood care home in Droitwich marked International Nurses Day on May 12 with gifts and messages of thanks for its team. Part of the Elizabeth Finn Homes group, the home recognised the contributions of both its current nurses and residents who are retired… More
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‘Not foreseeable’ someone would access culvert where schoolboy’s body found
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Downpours and cloudy skies for some this weekend after record-breaking heatwave
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Trump ponders whether to move forward with Iran deal but has not yet decided
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Runner says 1,000-parkrun milestone will celebrate event’s community spirit
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McDonald’s launches new ‘drink of the summer’ from next week
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Worcestershire volunteers do more than £4.5m in unpaid work every year
Worcestershire’s volunteers are contributing millions of pounds’ worth of unpaid work each year, according to a council report. Figures presented to Worcestershire County Council’s Corporate and Communities Overview and Scrutiny Panel show thousands of residents are helping to deliver services that would otherwise cost significant sums to fund. The report highlights the growing importance of… More
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Major UK toy retailer introduces £2 fee for customers under new rule
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Holyrood set to back Swinney on second independence referendum
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Moon base plans suffer early setback after Blue Origin rocket explosion
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Driver and passenger sentenced for fatal crash while car topped 100mph
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Hotel no longer being used to house asylum seekers
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Decision on traveller site due next week after a number of objections
A decision on a controversial traveller site will be made next week after the scheme drew significant opposition. The application, for land at the junction of the B4204 and New Road, between Martley and Tenbury Wells, seeks permission for two static caravans, two touring caravans, fencing, sheds, and associated works. The proposal is retrospective in… More
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Beloved musician’s death in gym swimming pool ruled as misadventure
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Worcestershire pub company fined £45,000 for illegal workers
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Historic barn in need of full renovation to go to auction for £200,000
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Five new solicitors join fast-growing Worcestershire law firm
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300,000 new work placements pledged ‘to help young people build lasting careers’