WORCESTERSHIRE is in the mid-table of a new Covid-19 cases list that is being used by the government to determine whether to introduce local lockdowns. Published by Public Health England (PHE) the figures show the rate of new cases in each area,
THERE can be few more high profile examples of today’s rapidly changing world than the disappearance from prime sites in Worcester of estate agents Andrew Grant and Knight Frank. Not since the demise of Woolworths in 2009 has the city street scene
John Lewis has confirmed reopening plans for another 10 stores including its first in Wales and Scotland as well as the chain’s flagship shop in Oxford Street. Here's what you need to know. Which stores will reopen? The group said the following
The Department for Transport has said that e-scooters will be allowed on Britain’s roads from this Saturday (July 4). New regulations enabling trials of rental e-scooters will come into force on Saturday and the first schemes are expected to be
Susanna Reid has raised eyebrows on ITV's Good Morning Britain after making a confession live on the air to co-presenter Piers Morgan. Susanna admitted to viewers that she does not own an iron or ironing board. What did she say on the ITV show
Wagamama is to reopen its restaurants from this weekend - but with huge changes in store to keep staff and diners safe. The Noodle and katsu chain will have its long tables and benches in place after taking inspiration from Japan to resolve safety
NEW owners of the Andrew Grant brand have insisted the estate agency is still open for business despite closing all it’s physical offices and making 54 members of staff redundant. New executive chairmen for Andrew Grant, Scott Richardson Brown and
THIS is the area been excavated in Deansway, Worcester, after the road collapsed recently. We reported at the weekend that two-way temporary traffic lights are in operation in the road, while highway and Severn Trent Water workers have been working
TWO people have been arrested after a police raid was carried out in London Road this afternoon. West Mercia Police has confirmed the drugs raid has been underway in the road since 1.15pm. There has been a heavy police presence in the area,
A GARDEN centre has thanked local people for their support after making hundreds of deliveries during lockdown. Staff at Pershore College Garden Centre and Nursery have been working throughout the coronavirus pandemic to provide gardening supplies
The boss of McDonald's has issued a major update on their menus, including the roll out of their breakfast offering, plus the popular Monopoly game. It comes more than 100 days after the fast-food chain took action to temporarily close their doors
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Fashion chain Next is to launch a huge 50 per cent off sale for shoppers - with some able to sign up for VIP shopping slots. It comes as lockdown measures across the UK begin to ease, and non essential retailers like clothing shops welcoming back
THERE have been no more coronavirus related deaths in Worcestershire hospitals recorded in the past 24 hours. The latest figures, announced by the NHS today (July 1) show there have been no further reported deaths. The total number of county hospital
THESE are the areas of Worcestershire a prolific bike thief has been banned from. Ben Wilde was handed a three year Criminal Behaviour Order this week, and is banned from areas of Worcester and Malvern. We now know the exact parts of Malvern
AN elderly man has been left upset after a fraudster claiming to be from Amazon attempted to defraud him. Following on from yesterday’s Worcester News, around £25,000 was stolen in a day from Worcestershire residents after they received telephone
LANDLORDS and tenants are being urged to work together following the Government's decision to extend the eviction ban. Following the decision, which sees the ban on evictions extended from June 30 to September 30, Worcester law firm Thursfields
A DISTRAUGHT mother has launched a desperate social media appeal to find her 14 year old daughter who has not returned home since last night. Shani Pegler was last seen by her mum when she left their home on Linden Road yesterday evening. Her mother
SATURDAY, July 4, will herald the next phase of Covid-19 restrictions being eased. This will be another step towards the return to some sense of normality for all of us. It will see thousands of restaurants, hairdressers, pubs, hotels and campsites
A FEW days ago, the Worcester News launched a new feature which we hope will go from strength to strength as it shines a spotlight on the efforts of the city's unique, specialist and independent traders, many of whom have gone above and beyond during
A NEW Footbridge is being built at a site alongside the Powick roundabout. Worcester Highways have confirmed once the structure has been finished the foot and cycle bridge will be installed across the A4440 Hams Way. Worc Highways and Travel
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SIR – Can we have a cycle path from the new Worcestershire Parkway railway station? Could it be made by an upgrade of the Public Right of Way (Footpath NJ523) off Woodbury Lane to a 3 metre wide footway with cycle access and a realigned route
ONE of the county's MPs has praised proposals which could see major reforms to the planning system. West Worcestershire MP Harriett Baldwin said the changes will help the economy bounce back after the coronavirus crisis. Mrs Baldwin said: "One
A CONTROVERSIAL plan to build a further 14 homes in a village was given the green light despite concerns it would harm the Malvern Hills. Councillors backed a plan to build 14 homes – seven of which would be affordable – on land off Cornfield Close
A NURSERY is celebrating after receiving its fourth outstanding Ofsted rating. Busy Bees Droitwich nursery is celebrating after receiving an ‘outstanding’ rating, for the fourth consecutive time, following its latest Ofsted inspection on March 10
AN exhibition of a renowned local artist went on display in Malvern this week. A series of works by Dame Laura Knight has been set up in Church Walk in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of her death. The exhibition was opened by Cllr Cynthia
JULY 1 should have seen the annual Worcester Street Sixes in Cathedral Square, but unfortunately coronavirus had other ideas. We are taking a look back to 2019 when the Worcester News team made it to the final of the tournament, only to lose to
IT has been 100 days since the UK officially went in to lockdown to tackle the coronavirus pandemic. So how have things developed in our county since? Here is a timeline: March 23 - The first Covid-19 related death at a Worcestershire hospital
A WEST mercia police officer has bravely spoken out after she was punched in the face several times leaving her with a black eye. Rachel Alcock was assaulted after being called to an incident involving a man who was suffering with mental health
AN access ramp and footpath at the new Crookbarrow Way footbridge, that appears finished, is still yet to fully open to the public. Worcestershire County Council says the path is not yet ready, due to lockdown and having four contractors not able
A PLAN to install floodlights around a sports pitch at a city school was refused by the council after neighbours complained they would shine into their gardens. Worcester City Council rejected a plan by Christopher Whitehead Language College in
AN ANNUAL walking event will still go ahead this year to raise money for a county hospice. The St Richard’s Hospice Malvern Hills Walk will take place virtually, meaning supporters can take part in a socially distanced five or 11-mile charitable
IT’S only days until the foodies and drinkers can enjoy a pint and nosh at their favourite local pub. Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that pubs, bars and restaurants can reopen from Saturday, July 4. All of the venues will have to put
NOT long now! Following last week’s announcement by Boris Johnson, the English holiday sector is on the verge of opening its doors again and, for many, it’s not a day too soon. Of course, the overseas holiday market remains awash with ifs, buts
