NEWS
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Insurance broker shortlisted for three national awards
An insurance broker has been shortlisted for three national awards. Worcester-based Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers has been named a finalist for Commercial Lines Insurance Broker of the Year, the Insurance Broker Customer Service Award, and Insurance Broker Employer of the Year at the UK Broker Awards 2026. The awards, organised by Insurance Age magazine,… More
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Global communications group backs art trail for hospice
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‘No doubt’ PSNI and MI5 surveillance extended to other journalists, says Kearney
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Family of mother and daughter ‘shocked and speechless’ after West Mersea deaths
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Device brings immediate pain relief for teenager in UK first
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Andy Burnham’s pause on early release of prisoners ‘good start but not enough’
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Man jailed after stealing steaks, ribs and legs of lamb from shops
A MAN who stole over £100 worth of food and cleaning products from two supermarkets has been sent to prison. Joshua Philpott, of Bays Meadow, Droitwich, appeared at Worcester Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (July 21) charged with two counts of theft from shops. Philpott admitted to stealing £87 worth of items including steaks, a leg… More
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‘Unique’ trial train service to connect Bewdley to Birmingham and Worcester
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£2 bus cap ‘step in the right direction’ but £1 fares better – former highways chief
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Irish premier Micheál Martin to meet Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv
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Glasgow ‘ready’ to host Commonwealth Games, says John Swinney
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River City actor Iain Robertson to be sentenced after being convicted of rape
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UK withdraws diplomatic staff from Iran as US airstrikes continue
The UK has withdrawn remaining diplomatic staff from Iran as the conflict with the US continued to escalate with a 12th night of airstrikes. A statement on the Foreign Office (FCDO) website said: “Due to the security situation, UK staff have been temporarily withdrawn from Iran. “Our embassy continues to operate remotely.” The FCDO advises… More
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Family announces public memorial for Ann Widdecombe later this year
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One Night in Nashville brings country hits to Sixways
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Beer, Cider and Perry Festival promises bigger and better line-up
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Bank cards and money stolen by Worcester man in robbery
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Man charged after more than 30 thefts and burglaries
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Dog poo bags dumped at beauty spot after bins taken out of use
DOG poo bags have been dumped at a beauty spot in Malvern after bins were taken out of use. David Stott said he saw the mess left behind at Peachfield Road Car Park last week, with the bags left on top of a sealed bin, as well as on the ground. The bins at the… More
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Centuries-old structures discovered during dig at historic church
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‘Urgent meeting’ as Worcester’s postal delays cause ‘fear and confusion’
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No White House role in Tate case ‘at this moment, or maybe ever’, says Rubio
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Trial date set in US for Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro in drug trafficking case
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US will destroy bridge or power plant for each Iranian attack in strait – Trump
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Man dies after being found in critical condition
A MAN has died after being found in a critical condition in Malvern. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Worcester Road in Malvern Link on Wednesday afternoon (July 22), with an air ambulance also landing on Link Common. When paramedics arrived, they found a member of the public carrying out CPR, and attempted to… More
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Home improvement company signs new deal with Warriors
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Woman admits to making threats to kill man
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Musician to launch online bookshop for lovers of film and theatre
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Action taken to protect River Severn levels as dry weather continues
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Worcestershire closure with hour-long detour was delayed due to inadequate signage
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More tributes paid to ‘absolute legend of a man’ after motorbike ride-out
MORE tributes have poured in for Paul Harker after a motorbike ride-out in his memory. Friends of the motorbike mechanic from Upton upon Severn left emotional messages online after seeing hundreds of bikers take part in the ride-out earlier this month, which marked one year since his death. It’s estimated that around 300 motorbikes revved… More
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Golf complex to generate nearly quarter of its power on site
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King Charles meets Worcestershire business founder following award win
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Santander customers warned to check banking app as popular service is scrapped
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First look inside new family-run coffee and doughnut shop
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New NI Secretary Bryant says his door will be open to all Stormont parties