LIVE: Warning to drivers as flooding closes roads and bridges in ...
The warning comes as roads continue to be closed across Worcestershire following recent heavy rain. Among the incidents yesterday (Tuesday) was a car which had rolled over in Bishops Frome. Crews discovered the vehicle semi submerged in a stream but confirmed there was no one in the stranded car. Ben Pallante, WMAS Hazardous Area Response team ...
The Worcester Observer - All the latest Worcester News, Sport and ...
Gold and silver treasures set for auction at Kinghams. The Worcester Observer is one of a group of local weekly newspapers spanning Worcestershire, Warwickshire and the West Midlands published by Bullivant Media Group - each newspaper providing all the latest local news, sport and advertising, in print and 247 on line.
Worcester Uni building in running for prestigious award
THE NEW health and education facility at Worcester University has bee shortlisted for a prestigious award. The Elizabeth Garrett Anderson building opened in April 2023 and is home to the university’s Three Counties Medical School as well as providing facilities for its nursing, midwifery and a host of other professional health courses ...
Plans submitted to redevelop the former home of Worcester …
PLANS are afoot to redevelop the former home of Worcester Warriors in a bid to revive the wound-up Premiership club. Owner Chris Holland has submitted a planning application to redevelop the club’s Sixways home, which includes a hotel and a solar farm, two years to the day since Worcester Warriors were suspended by the Rugby Football Union.
Worcester residents welcome completion of flood risk scheme
The mood is buoyant for those living in Toronto Close after the Environment Agency completed a £2.5million flood risk management scheme which includes flood gates. Residents living in the street in the Lower Wick area of Worcester have experienced devastating floods in both 2007 and 2020. Flooding from the River Severn and River Teme impacts ...
Worcester News Coverage - The Worcester Observer
The Worcester Observer is one of a group of local weekly newspapers spanning Worcestershire, Warwickshire and the West Midlands published by Bullivant Media Group - each newspaper providing all the latest local news, sport and advertising, in print and 247 on line.
International tourist spending up in Worcestershire
NEW data shows international visitors to Worcestershire are spending more. According to the latest card spending data released by VisitEngland and Visa, spending by international visitors in the county increased by 31 per cent in 2023. The new figures are a clear indicator that international visitors are returning to the UK with increased ...
WANTED: Man with links to Worcester on recall to prison
Andrew Bullock has links to the Worcester area. If anyone has any information, please call PC George Bradbury on 07897 395114 or email 22-NeighbourhoodCrimeFightingTeam-SouthWorcestershire@westmercia.police.uk. Blue Light. Crime. Recall to prison. West Mercia Polic. Worcester news. A 34 year-old-man who is wanted on recall to prison and has ...
Beacon signals a new lifeline for Worcester pupils with autism
The Beacon opened for students in September as an enhanced mainstream autism base, (EMAB) the first of its kind within Worcester city. A school spokesperson said: “It is crucial every young student with autism has the same opportunities as their peers so they can become active members of their communities. “The Beacon seeks to be a part of ...
Council tax to rise as Worcester budget greenlit
Councillors signed off on a £12.7million budget, which will see those living in a Band D property paying £6.19 more next year. Council chiefs said this was a small rise which would increase people’s expenses by around 1p a day. As part of its budget, the authority has committed to investing up to £1.9million in community centres and other ...