NEWS
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NI Secretary instructs officials to consider ‘contingency plans’ around budget
Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant has instructed officials to consider “contingency plans” around a budget for the region. In a letter sent to Finance Minister John O’Dowd, Sir Chris acknowledged the ongoing situation at Drumcree but said “the time is already long past when the Executive should have agreed a budget for this financial… More
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Staff bid fond farewell to ‘fabulous’ pub landlord who has made town ‘brighter place’
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Meghan Markle takes up new hobby at exclusive Cotswolds club
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Royal butler defends King Charles after allegations made
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Grant open to promote healthy relationships among young people
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Recruitment firm secures triple ISO accreditation
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‘Strong indications’ Iran played role in suspected Fairford terror plot, PM says
Andy Burnham has said there are “strong indications” Iran played a part in a suspected terror plot near RAF Fairford. The UK is working closely with US and the authorities have the situation under “the strongest grip”, the Prime Minister insisted after Donald Trump criticised the decision to release the suspects. Five British nationals, all… More
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US Supreme Court allows Christa Pike’s execution in Tennessee to go forward
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Hegseth harks back to Battle of Agincourt for US hi-tech weapons’ overhaul
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Grandfather’s memoir charts time in care, homelessness and building a new life
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Land manager launches appeal to restore Severn Hams
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Disruption expected until end of the day at Worcester train stations
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Farmers can apply for £2,000 emergency drought grants
Emergency drought grants of £2,000 are now available to support farming households in Worcestershire. The funding is part of a wider £2 million scheme from the Farmers Charity RABI, aimed at helping those affected by prolonged dry conditions. Alicia Chivers, chief executive of RABI, said: “The impact of prolonged dry conditions has placed additional financial… More
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Top Barn Farm Shop and Park closure explained in heartfelt message to customers
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Why police closed a busy main road at roundabout
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M5 drivers warned of major delays as abnormal loads to move under police escort soon
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Urinals smashed with hammer during attack in loos as taxpayers set to pay for repairs
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Worcestershire post office closes as long-serving village subpostmaster retires
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Former bankers who started interior design business expanding thanks to funded help
FORMER bankers who completely changed their careers are expanding their bespoke cabinetry and interior design business. Husband-and-wife team Shaun and Zoe Perks, owners of No.54 Interiors, are expanding their business with support from a fully funded programme. The pair, whose business serves Worcestershire, Warwickshire and the Cotswolds, received 10 hours of coaching through Worcestershire County… More
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In Pictures: Esther Rantzen, the formidable campaigner for young and old
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US court halts execution of Christa Pike for murder she committed aged 18
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Esther Rantzen: The That’s Life star who created ChildLine
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Garvaghy Road residents say they will accept Drumcree deal if Orange Order do
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Crisps and kerb-jumping as Kate joins village hall group for lunch
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‘Happy-go-lucky’ chef’s boat fire death caused by ‘vape’, inquest hears
A ‘happy-go-lucky’ chef who lived life to the full died on board a houseboat when his vape battery caught fire, setting the boat ablaze. Ben Hardy died from smoke inhalation on board the boat, moored at the back of The Anchor Inn in Main Road, Wyre Piddle, an inquest in Stourport heard on Tuesday. The… More
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Council issues update after notice served on ‘abandoned’ car
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Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market hiring staff at £13.45 an hour
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Backpack succeeds Chunk as this year’s Fat Bear Champion in national park
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Terror probe suspect called police before arrests made near air base
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Cooper pledges revival of ‘one of Labour’s greatest achievements’ – Sure Start
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Burnham not ruling out going ‘all the way’ and rejoining European Union
Andy Burnham has acknowledged he could go “all the way” and propose rejoining the European Union as he considers the UK’s future relationship with Brussels. The Prime Minister, who has blamed Brexit for a decade of drift and division, said he would look at the “pros and cons” of all options. In his first Labour… More
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Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi to receive honour at Windsor Castle
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Sustainability meet-up offers chance to connect and swap ideas
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Councillor calls for new approach to home care in Worcestershire
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Heavy rain and brisk winds forecast for Worcestershire before brighter weekend
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New play explores love in the shadow of Alzheimer’s