Wychavon Town Dropped from Government's New Towns Plan
Wychavon Town has been omitted from the government's list of new towns, but council bosses remain committed to the project, citing ongoing support and planning approvals.
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Parents Demand Safety Changes After Daughter's Minibus Crash
Liz and Steve Fitzgerald, whose 13-year-old daughter Claire died in a 1993 M40 school minibus crash, are campaigning for stricter licensing rules for teachers driving minibuses, warning that current regulations put children at risk.
Family's Holiday Horror as Son, 7, Contracts Rare Illness
A Worcestershire family's Egyptian holiday turned into a nightmare when their seven-year-old son developed a rare condition linked to acute kidney failure, requiring emergency dialysis.
Countryside 'Destroyed' by Housing Targets in Worcestershire
Wychavon District Council's planning committee approved 59 homes in Drakes Broughton, citing government-imposed housing targets as forcing the destruction of countryside and overwhelming local infrastructure.
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West Midlands Safari Park Spring Sale: Tickets £16 Each
West Midlands Safari Park is running a Buy One, Get One Free spring sale, reducing ticket prices to just £16 each. The offer includes access to numerous attractions and runs until March 27.
Teacher Banned for Sex with Pupil and Lying to School
A Midlands teacher has been indefinitely banned from the profession after admitting to a sexual relationship with a pupil in 2003 and lying about it to a recent employer, with a panel citing serious misconduct.
Landslip Disrupts West Midlands Train Services in Worcestershire
A landslip in Worcestershire has caused a retaining wall to collapse onto railway tracks, disrupting services between Droitwich Spa and Worcester. Network Rail is installing over 240 concrete blocks to stabilize the area.
Forbidden 1920s Romance Revealed in Love Letters
A collection of 108 love letters from the 1920s, discovered in a shoebox, unveils the passionate secret affair between a married Worcestershire heiress and an RAF officer, now shared by English Heritage.
Worcestershire Pensioners Get £300 Cost of Living Payments
Worcestershire Council announces expanded Household Support Fund providing £300 payments to eligible pensioners and vulnerable residents facing financial hardship.
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Dog Owners Warned: Avoid Puddles Over Deadly Bacteria
Vets Now and PDSA issue urgent warnings as prolonged rainfall creates floodwater breeding grounds for leptospirosis bacteria, which can be fatal to dogs and humans.
£300 Cost of Living Payment for DWP Benefit Households
A new £300 cost of living payment is being distributed to eligible households in Worcestershire on specific DWP benefits to help with energy bills, with strict criteria including income limits and support service engagement.
£300 Bonus for PIP, Attendance & Carers Allowance
Worcestershire County Council is distributing £300 payments to eligible residents on specific DWP benefits as part of the Household Support Fund. Applications require evidence submission.
£300 Bonus for Pensioners on Three DWP Benefits in Worcestershire
State pensioners in Worcestershire can apply for up to £300 in financial assistance through the DWP Household Support Fund to help with energy and water debts during the ongoing Cost of Living crisis.
£300 DWP Cost of Living Payments for Six Benefits
The Department for Work and Pensions is providing £300 payments to eligible residents in Worcestershire through the Household Support Fund, targeting those on specific benefits with low income.
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Worcestershire Cost of Living Payments Increased to £500
Worcestershire County Council announces enhanced Household Support Fund payments of up to £500 for families with children, administered by Act on Energy through DWP funding.
Man Given Days to Live Celebrates Second Wedding Anniversary
Bendigo Davies, 77, from Worcestershire, who married in hospital after being told he had days to live due to acute myeloid leukaemia, celebrates his second anniversary in remission, crediting love and hope for his survival.
DWP £150 Compensation After 'Six Months of Hell'
A Worcestershire engineer receives £150 compensation from the DWP after enduring six months of administrative chaos over a Child Maintenance Service error.
Quad Bike Gang Hunted After Worcestershire Crime Spree
West Mercia Police are investigating a series of quad bike thefts across Worcestershire villages, with four reported stolen in 48 hours. Rural crime officers urge owners to enhance security measures.
New Wychavon Town Revealed Near Birmingham
Plans for a major new infrastructure-led town, Wychavon, near Worcestershire Parkway Station are revealed. 10,000 energy-efficient homes and community facilities planned.
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Football Community Changing Lives with Diabetes
Chris Bright founded The Diabetes Football Community to challenge stereotypes and create support networks. Discover how football is transforming lives for people with diabetes across the UK.
UK's Biggest Solar Farm Plan Rejected in Malvern Hills
Midland campaigners triumph as 271-acre solar farm plan near Malvern Hills is rejected by council over visual impact and safety concerns. Read the full story.
Man beats depression with outdoor swimming
Richard Williams from Worcestershire battled depression and alcohol abuse. Discover how outdoor swimming became his lifeline and changed his life for the better.
Man beats depression through outdoor swimming
Richard Williams transformed his life through outdoor swimming after battling depression and alcohol abuse. Discover how cold water therapy helped him achieve sobriety and happiness.
Prisoner sentenced for faeces attack on officers
A depraved inmate at HMP Long Lartin attacked two prison officers with a bucket of faeces and urine, leaving them hospitalised. Learn about the shocking case and its impact.
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