Disgraced former Tory MP Imran Ahmad Khan, 48, has been jailed for 18 months at Southwark Crown Court for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old boy in 2008. The 48-year-old was expelled from the Conservative Party and resigned, triggering a by-election
BROMSGROVE artist Michelle Doidge will be exhibiting her colourful original artwork in a Worcester gallery this weekend. Michelle, who works predominantly in oils and pastels and aims to create pieces that have texture and form, will see her work
STAFF at Birmingham Airport discovered a colony of bees nesting in the main terminal on Friday (May 20.) The bees were rehomed on World Bee Day to woods at nearby Meriden in Solihull and staff said it was 'un-bee-lievable timing'. The bees
POLICE are investigating a fight between a group of teenagers in Warndon Villages. West Mercia Police said the incident took place outside the Tesco in Mill Wood Drive with someone being assaulted. A police spokesperson said: “Around 8pm on
POLICE said they are not investigating the 'stag party' which sunk a canal boat and abandoned another. The narrowboat hired from ABC Boat Hire in Lowesmoor was submerged after being parked in a Droitwich lock by a group believed to be on a stag
WORCESTERSHIRE Rapids will kick start their 2022 Vitality Blast campaign this week with three games as T20 cricket returns to our screens. The Rapids play three back-to-back games away from home to start, with Lancashire Lightning their hosts on
Euromillions jackpot winners Jess and Joe Thwaitehave revealed how they will be spending their £186 million prize. The UK couple, previously from Worcestershire, will be jetting off on a round-the-world holiday and are also on the hunt for a £7
Euromillions jackpot winners Jess and Joe Thwaitehave revealed how they will be spending their £186 million prize. The UK couple, from Gloucester will be jetting off on a round-the-world holiday and are also on the hunt for a £7 million properties
ITV Emmerdale star Ash Palmisciano has shared the heartbreaking news that his “role model” mum, Micki has died. The actor, who portrays Matty Barton on the long-running soap, shared the news on Instagram. Sharing a holiday snap, he wrote: “
TITLE chasing Loughborough Lightning proved too strong for Severn stars in their penultimate Vitality Netball Superleague game of the 2022 season. Stars travelled to the Sir David Wallace Stadium for their final away game of the year but it was
A CHILDREN'S football team has set up a new initiative to help families struggling financially. Worcester-based WCT Raiders has organised a football boot exchange, helping children who have grown out of a pair of boots to exchange for a pair that
Worcester Bridge is being partially closed to traffic as the refurbishment of decorative lamposts takes place. The left-hand westbound lane (towards St John’s) was being closed at 12.30pm on Monday (May 23) but footpaths remain open. Worcestershire
Monkeypox is spreading through community transmission in the UK with more cases being detected daily, a senior doctor has warned. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed 20 cases of the disease in the UK with nine other countries outside
IT was a thrilling contest between the top two in the Premier Division of the Worcestershire County League last weekend. Pershore and Stourport went head-to-head on Saturday, both having enjoyed perfect starts to the 2022 campaign but it was the
Police are warning about a scam involving emails that appear to be from the UK’s energy regulator. West Mercia Police has shared a scam warning from the Met Police’s Cyber Protect team, which says it has received 750 reports of fake Ofgem emails
A DISUSED shop near Worcester city centre could be turned into a new beauty salon. A planning application has been submitted to turn 54 The Tything into a new salon. The application, submitted in April, only confirms the location of the site
A MUM has criticised the council for failing to mention children with special needs in its latest list of priorities. Tracy Winchester, whose children Rowan and Maive have a range of complex needs, has hit out at Worcestershire County Council for
RECENTLY retired Worcestershire batsman Daryl Mitchell proved he is still well in touch with the game as he spearheaded Ombersley Cricket Club's nine-wicket victory over Kidderminster in the Birmingham League Premier One, reports Nick Pullen. Mitchell
A NEW fast-food restaurant with nearly 150 stores nationwide is set to open this week. German Doner Kebab, at 19 The Foregate, Worcester, now has its sign up and work is taking place inside. The restaurant was originally scheduled to open in
A 35-year-old man who has admitted threatening behaviour is to face trial for careless driving and failing to stop his motorbike. Jason Bridger of Carlisle Road, Ronkswood, Worcester had his trial adjourned during a hearing at Worcester Magistrates
The Royal Mint has released a commemorative £5 coin in celebration of the Duke of Cambridge’s 40th birthday. The £5 coin has been unveiled ahead of his birthday next month, revealing a regal design paying homage to the senior members of the Royal
The Chelsea Flower Show returns next week and if you’re looking for some inspiration to help make your garden look good enough for the top prize, look no further. Whether your garden is lacking colour or places for your flowers to grow, there’s
Sky News has revealed its TV schedule for the weekend of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Viewers can expect a variety of Jubilee celebrations content including Trooping The Colour and Service of Thanksgiving. If you’re wondering how you can tune
There are delays on a road in Droitwich caused by temporary traffic lights. Multi-way temporary traffic lights have been put in place on Westwood Road because of water leak repair. Traffic on Westwood Road is currently very slow.
TRAINS between Hereford and Malvern via Worcester are experiencing delays this morning (Monday, May 23). On the West Midlands Railway website, it said: "Train services running through these stations may be delayed. "Disruption is expected
A health worker has been arrested on suspicion of poisoning after a child died at Birmingham Children’s hospital. Police said the 27-year-old woman was arrested last Thursday, hours after the death, on suspicion of administering poison with intent
Entries have opened for the BBC New Comedy Awards which hopes to find the best new stand-up and digital comedian in the UK. The competition first took place in 1995 and has helped to launch and build the careers of well known figures such as Peter
New guidance from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has said contacts of monkeypox cases at high risk of having caught the infection should self isolate for 21 days. The UKHSA guidance now recommends that people who have had “unprotected direct
A new study has revealed where dogs are most vulnerable of suffering heatstroke in the UK. Dogs living in London are more likely to suffer from heatstroke than elsewhere in the UK, and owners are being warned to be vigilant about symptoms as summer
Thousands of UK residents may be eligible for a further cash boost on top of the £150 council tax discount. The money may help the lowest-earning households manage rising bills during the cost of living crisis. Under the terms of the council
A WOMAN was hurt after a car caught fire following a crash which closed a road into the city centre. The crash took place on Sansome Walk, Arboretum, at around 7.30pm last night (Sunday, May 22). An eyewitness said the road was closed by police
A development of 45 homes being built in a Worcestershire village has attracted hundreds of potential homebuyers. County-based estate agent Nicol & Co has been appointed by developer Spitfire Homes to sell the properties currently under construction
A WORCESTERSHIRE sports minister has spoken of his concern after the latest pitch invasion at the weekend. Droitwich and Evesham MP Nigel Huddleston tweeted that he “expected action” after Aston Villa keeper Robin Olsen was assaulted during a
POLICE have been patrolling near the city centre looking for knives. Cathedral and Arboretum ward safer neighbourhood team members have been conducting reassurance patrols and searches in support of the Op Sceptre project. The campaign is focused
Jobs are up for a grabs at a new city attraction set to open this summer. ‘We’re hiring' signs have gone up at the soon-to-be-home of Mulligans in Worcester’s High Street. Mulligans, a mini-golf venue already has locations across the country
A TAXI company came to an elderly woman's rescue after she fell in her home and was told to expect five-hour wait for an ambulance. Susy Adams phoned VIP taxis in a plea to help her 92-year-old mother, Barbra Barrett, after she fell onto her bathroom
A 46-year-old man who drunkenly swore at a police officer and repeatedly spat says he is 'deeply ashamed' of his behaviour. Philip Holden admitted being and disorderly in a public place (Angel Street in Worcester city centre) when he appeared at
Slimmers in Worcester donated more than 100 bags of clothes they no longer fit. Slimming World members bagged up their unwanted clothes, ready to be donated to Cancer Research UK. Team Developer for Worcester Slimming World, Nikki Poole, was
A DYING woman, 94, was denied travel by a private non-emergency medical transport because her wheelchair is not crash tested. Sheila Sedge was left in her wheelchair outside her home in Sommerfield Road, Malvern, having missed an urgent appointment
HAWKER Frank Wishing a much loved Dad, Grandad and Great Grandad a very happy 90th birthday! Love from all your family xxx
MARSH Henry Passed away on May 13th 2022, aged 94 years. Devoted husband to the late Doreen, a much loved Uncle and Great Uncle. Missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service at Holy Redeemer Church, Pershore on Tuesday May 31st at 11.30am followed
