NEWS
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Para-athlete had to keep ’emotions at bay’ after first gold medal overturned
A Scottish para-athlete has said she had to “stay composed” and keep her “emotions at bay” when her first gold victory at the Commonwealth Games was overturned. Wheelchair racer Melanie Woods was named the outstanding athlete of Glasgow 2026 after claiming two gold medals on home soil. Ms Woods initially won the 1500m in a… More
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Channel military operation to stop migrant boats would be legal, Reform insists
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Plans for staged re-opening of wildfire cordons being finalised
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New talks ‘last chance’ for Iran to forge deal and avoid escalation, Trump warns
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Record 60,000 flock to town’s biggest ever medieval festival
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Plans to extend Worcester office building
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Music, dancing and fireworks as Glasgow brings Commonwealth Games to a close
The 2026 Commonwealth Games have been brought to an end in spectacular fashion with music, dancing and a fireworks display over the River Clyde. Thousands of spectators packed into the Glasgow Hydro on Sunday evening for the closing ceremony, which brought down the curtain on 11 days of sporting action at venues across the city…. More
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Victims face waits of up to two years at Worcester Crown Court
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Everything you need to know about the Worcester Show 2026
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Man told ‘one more drink will kill you’ starts amazing new chapter
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Fruit and Vegimals Summer Safari a big hit as thousands join in
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Worcester shoppers urged to check their diabetes risk
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Transport company shortlisted for two national awards
A Worcester transport company is celebrating national recognition after being named a finalist in two major industry awards. Worcester-based transport firm Speedy Freight has been shortlisted for Franchisor of the Year (Established) at the 2026 British Franchise Association (BFA) Awards, and The Customer Service Award at the 2026 Supply Chain Excellence Awards. The BFA Awards… More
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Scottish Labour leadership contender Joe Fagan receives backing from MSP Sweeney
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Firefighting helicopters collide mid-air as Europe’s wildfire emergency rages
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‘What have I done to deserve it?’ asks Jewish veteran, 102, on antisemitism
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Mahmood ‘laser-like focused’ on securing UK’s border
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Burnham pledges to be ‘relentless’ in tackling small boat crossings
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Play area reopens for summer after £100K refurbishment
Families in Worcester have a refreshed place to play this summer holidays after a popular playground reopened following a six-figure makeover. The Horizon Hub play area in Worcester has new equipment and an expanded layout following a £102,400 upgrade by Worcester City Council, funded through developer contributions tied to planning agreements. Councillor Hannah Cooper, vice… More
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Jeremy Clarkson praised for his efforts as he admits ‘no feeling like it’
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EastEnders icon Shane Richie due in court next month
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Deadpool star announced as Lord Voldemort in Harry Potter series
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Why recommissioning family hubs is ‘one of the easiest decisions ever’
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Family set to sell ‘one of a kind’ wedding venue and farm for over £2million
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Trump says Middle East allies have reached outline of deal to end Iran war
US President Donald Trump has said he will order American forces to hold off on new strikes against Iran, claiming Middle East allies have reached the parameters of a deal to end the five-month-old war. The emerging deal “would include the Immediate, Complete, and Total OPENING OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT, and an end to Iran’s… More
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Great pub walks in Worcester and beyond that are about more than booze
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Ex-police officer accused of ‘sexualised and offensive’ language while on duty
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Man banned after being caught drink driving near Malvern
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Latest heat health alert issued for Worcestershire as 32c temperature forecast
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One of West Midlands’ largest croquet clubs proposes ‘practical upgrade’
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‘Inappropriate’ plans for 45 homes on edge of village rejected by planning committee
“TOTALLY inappropriate” plans for 45 homes on the edge of a Worcestershire village have been rejected. Councillors unanimously turned down a scheme to build on land off Worcester Road in Drakes Broughton at a meeting of Wychavon’s planning committee last week. The plan, which included 18 affordable homes, followed previously approved proposals for another 45… More
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Next date confirmed for opening of tower at National Trust property
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New vineyard joins award-winning Worcestershire wine group amid celebrations
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Pace and ambition make County Durham the place to do business
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New owner at city vape shop
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Fire crisis eases in western Europe but worsens in Greece as winds fan flames
