Worcestershire Archives - The Bromsgrove Standard

NEWS 15^th Jan, 2022

'Women in the Glass Industry' - First Bromsgrove Society Local History talk of the year on Zoom this Tuesday

NEWS 13^th Jan, 2022

'Biggest celebrations Worcestershire's ever seen' - rallying call to residents to get involved in four-day Queen's Platinum Jubilee

NEWS 12^th Jan, 2022

Bromsgrove, Rubery and south Birmingham parents have just days left to apply for first, middle and primary school places for next September

NEWS 6^th Jan, 2022

'Government prioritised new year parties over the health service' - Hagley doctor hits out at lack of restrictions in England

NEWS 27^th Dec, 2021

UPDATE - Flood warnings for Bromsgrove and Droitwich withdrawn as river levels fall

NEWS 16^th Dec, 2021

Bromsgrove Liberal Democrats elect new chairman

NEWS 8^th Dec, 2021

Severn Trent fined £1.5million for illegal sewage discharges into county waterways, including Bromsgrove

NEWS 2^nd Dec, 2021

Bromsgrove woman launches campaign for books for children and families in need this Christmas

NEWS

9^th Nov, 2021

Wildlife Trust warnings over impact on Bromsgrove if climate crisis is not 'tackled at speed'

NEWS 3^rd Nov, 2021

Lickey Hills hotel to feature on Channel 4's popular programme 'Four In A Bed'

NEWS 30^th Oct, 2021

Worcestershire highly commended at West Midlands Energy Efficiency Awards

NEWS

27^th Sep, 2021

Bromsgrove Rotary Club's £5,000 donation to Avoncroft to get windmill sailing again

NEWS 10^th Sep, 2021

Highlighting the help support available across Worcestershire on World Suicide Prevention Day

NEWS 9^th Sep, 2021

£16k WINN-ing prize to help innovative Belbroughton man's business grow

NEWS 2^nd Sep, 2021

Worcestershire and Birmingham school places open for 2022 applications

NEWS 6^th Aug, 2021

Lighting the county’s streets whilst reducing carbon emissions

NEWS 19^th Jul, 2021

Worcestershire's first ever virtual WI launches this evening

NEWS

15^th Jul, 2021

New Bromsgrove On Demand shuttle bus service set to launch on Monday

NEWS 1^st Jul, 2021

Worcestershire's first ever Walking Football sessions set to launch in Bromsgrove this evening

NEWS

29^th Jun, 2021

VIDEO - Drone firm's video of 'picturesque' Wildmoor Quarry bathed in the summer sunlight

NEWS 25^th Jun, 2021

Shout out to Worcestershire's classroom 'stars' on National Thank a Teacher Day

NEWS 21^st Jun, 2021

Children step out to demand safer streets in Brake campaign

NEWS 12^th Jun, 2021

Cure Leukaemia's amazing Geoff Thomas is awarded the MBE

NEWS 20^th May, 2021

Wychbold author releases psychological mystery novel Game of Life

NEWS 18^th May, 2021

Knife amnesty - Operation Sceptre takes almost 150 weapons off the streets of Worcestershire

NEWS 13^th May, 2021

Family overwhelmed as appeal to raise £20,000 for life-saving cancer treatment for Worcestershire paramedic reaches target in less than three weeks

NEWS

23^rd Apr, 2021

Campaign launched to raise £20k for life-saving treatment for Worcestershire paramedic diagnosed with cancer

NEWS 7^th Apr, 2021

Bromsgrove Covid-19 vaccine centres to rearrange appointments if supply is low

NEWS 12^th Mar, 2021

Police find body in river during search for missing man Gerard Roy

NEWS 11^th Mar, 2021

Bromsgrove and Rubery residents asked to 'store rubbish at home' after visitor increase at recycling centres

NEWS 1^st Mar, 2021

Parents across Worcestershire and Birmingham find out today if their children have made it into their first choice secondary or high school

NEWS 5^th Feb, 2021

New primary school to open in Bromsgrove District, providing 420 places for children

NEWS 5^th Feb, 2021

Worcestershire County Councillor urges Government to stick to its plan and ignore pleas from 'jump the queue' groups

NEWS 28^th Jan, 2021

Bromsgrove, Rubery and south Birmingham residents urged to join in the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch this weekend

NEWS 26^th Jan, 2021

Worcestershire's gritters covered 16,065 miles over the snowy weekend

NEWS 24^th Jan, 2021

'Only travel if necessary' warning issued as Worcestershire Highways head out in gritters and snow ploughs

NEWS

23^rd Jan, 2021

VIDEO - We go behind the scenes at Hereford and Worcestershire's new vaccination centre at Bromsgrove's Artrix

NEWS 21^st Jan, 2021

TRAVEL ALERT - Storm Christoph leads to road closures in Frankley and Hollywood

NEWS 19^th Jan, 2021

Met Office issues yellow warning for heavy rain for Bromsgrove, Rubery and Birmingham

NEWS 18^th Jan, 2021

Birmingham-based American Football club hoping to raise £8k for kit before the Superbowl 55 kicks off

NEWS 14^th Jan, 2021

Bromsgrove's Charford First School to take part in Worcester's Elephant Art Trail

NEWS 12^th Jan, 2021

Four men arrested for 'causing public nuisance' in Bromsgrove and at hospitals are bailed

NEWS 13^th Jan, 2021

'Do you have to go out?' Worcestershire Covid cases at the highest they have been since the start of the pandemic

NEWS 12^th Jan, 2021

Bromsgrove, Rubery and south Birmingham parents reminded 2021 school admission applications close this week

NEWS 10^th Jan, 2021

Family visits to Bromsgrove care homes PERMITTED if certain measures are in place

NEWS 6^th Jan, 2021

Exclusive - Millennium Point will be region's flagship vaccination centre

NEWS 4^th Jan, 2021

Covid-19 infection rate in Worcestershire 'highest it's ever been'

NEWS 31^st Dec, 2020

Former Midlands Air Ambulance Charity chairman awarded OBE in The Queen's New Year's Honours List

NEWS 30^th Dec, 2020

BREAKING: Bromsgrove and Worcestershire into Tier 3, Birmingham into Tier 4

NEWS 27^th Dec, 2020

County community groups tackling loneliness can apply for extra funding

NEWS 22^nd Dec, 2020

Covid-19 rapid testing which delivers results in 30 minutes set to launch at Redditch Town Hall

NEWS 17^th Dec, 2020

GPs starting to roll-out Covid vaccine across Worcestershire

NEWS 15^th Dec, 2020

Public Health Christmas tree at Worcester Cathedral will thank our Covid heroes

NEWS 13^th Dec, 2020

Bromsgrove and Rubery organisations wanting a Dementia Meeting Centre urged to apply for council funding

NEWS 11^th Dec, 2020

Worcestershire's Covid vaccination programme to get under way, starting at the Alex

NEWS 10^th Dec, 2020

Mental health nurse calls on Bromsgrove and Droitwich residents to join mass doorstep Christmas carols singalong

NEWS 23^rd Nov, 2020

Covid advisors now out on the streets of Bromsgrove to offer a helping hand

NEWS 18^th Nov, 2020

'Keep up the good work!' - Mid-lockdown message about Covid cases from Worcestershire's Director of Public Health

NEWS 18^th Nov, 2020

Thousands extra pumped into Worcestershire to boost cycling and walking

NEWS 31^st Oct, 2020

Children and young people across Bromsgrove and Droitwich urged to 'stay safe' and 'be thoughtful' this Halloween

NEWS 30^th Oct, 2020

Wet and windy weekend ahead as storm clouds gather over Worcestershire and Birmingham

NEWS 27^th Oct, 2020

Don't delay in seeing your GP if you have cancer signs and symptoms, say Bromsgrove and Rubery doctors

NEWS 25^th Oct, 2020

Puddle Ducks swimming sessions for youngsters start up again in Barnt Green

NEWS

23^rd Oct, 2020

Bromsgrove's MP and council leader issue plea over rising Covid-19 infection rates

NEWS 20^th Oct, 2020

Families can now visit their loved ones again in Bromsgrove, Rubery and Droitwich care homes

NEWS 19^th Oct, 2020

Funding means Worcestershire mental health units will have individual rooms with en-suite facilities

NEWS 18^th Oct, 2020

Social distance warning issued to Worcestershire parents on school run

NEWS 9^th Oct, 2020

'Worcestershire's mental health system needs major overhaul'

NEWS 5^th Oct, 2020

Bromsgrove warned of further restrictions after Covid infection rate rise makes it worst in Worcestershire

NEWS 30^th Sep, 2020

Covid-19: Figures show Bromsgrove has third highest infection rate in Worcestershire

NEWS 28^th Sep, 2020

Bromsgrove author's debut novel - eco thriller 'Tipping Point' - now on sale

NEWS 29^th Sep, 2020

RSPCA urging people across Bromsgrove, Rubery and south Birmingham to lobby their MPs to safeguard animal welfare post-Brexit

NEWS 25^th Sep, 2020

£440k boost to get Worcestershire's homeless off the streets

NEWS 26^th Sep, 2020

Bromsgrove and Droitwich charities and non-profit groups benefit from Severn Trent Covid funding

NEWS 17^th Sep, 2020

Lottery cash will help fund PAP scheme to help parents and children who have had a tough time during lockdown

NEWS 7^th Sep, 2020

Worcestershire nurses celebrate being shortlisted as national finalists

NEWS 30^th Aug, 2020

Smoking rates revealed - how do Bromsgrove and Birmingham fare?

NEWS 24^th Aug, 2020

Met Office issues weather warning as Storm Francis rolls into Worcestershire and Birmingham

NEWS 13^th Aug, 2020

ALL North Bromsgrove High School students achieve grades needed, says headteacher

NEWS 11^th Aug, 2020

Shooting stars may be visible tonight across Worcestershire

NEWS 2^nd Aug, 2020

Appeal for property and land-owners across Worcestershire to help house the homeless

NEWS 30^th Jul, 2020

'One day left for young people to apply for their school travel passes for September' - Worcestershire County Council

NEWS 26^th Jul, 2020

New pollinator strategy for Worcestershire will 'sort out bees needs'

NEWS 25^th Jul, 2020

50 drivers caught not wearing a seatbelt during West Mercia's three-week campaign

NEWS 25^th Jul, 2020

Measures in place so people can visit their relatives in Worcestershire care homes

NEWS 23^rd Jul, 2020

New figures show Covid-19 is hammering youth job market

NEWS 20^th Jul, 2020

More attending A&E across Worcestershire as pandemic fears start to recede

NEWS 19^th Jul, 2020

Violent crime up as PCC renews pledge to build safer West Mercia

NEWS 9^th Jul, 2020

Visiting restrictions to remain in place at the Worcestershire's hospitals

NEWS 8^th Jul, 2020

Bromsgrove mum who overcame ovarian tumour urges people to visit Cancer Research UK's shops to boost funds

NEWS 4^th Jul, 2020

Free assessment available for Bromsgrove and Rubery firms wanting to use renewable energy

NEWS 27^th Jun, 2020

Latest job figures show 22.4 per cent rise in benefits claimants in Bromsgrove

NEWS 25^th Jun, 2020

PR firm makes great Impression on Bromsgrove youth project with much-needed PPE donation

NEWS 22^nd Jun, 2020

Flag flying proudly at County Hall as Worcestershire launches this year's Armed Forces Week

NEWS 21^st Jun, 2020

More than 90 per cent of Worcestershire schools open for reception, years one and six

NEWS 19^th Jun, 2020

Phone fraudsters operating across Worcestershire posing as police officers to scam elderly and vulnerable

NEWS 16^th Jun, 2020

Focusing on Worcestershire's bats, bees, butterflies and more for this year's International World Environment Day

NEWS 15^th Jun, 2020

Face masks or coverings must be worn on ALL public transport from today

NEWS 14^th Jun, 2020

Covid-19 figures revealed - How many have been furloughed and how many self-employed have been helped in Bromsgrove

NEWS 13^th Jun, 2020

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'Women in the Glass Industry' - First Bromsgrove Society Local History talk of the year on Zoom this Tuesday

'Biggest celebrations Worcestershire's ever seen' - rallying call to residents to get involved in four-day Queen's Platinum Jubilee

Bromsgrove, Rubery and south Birmingham parents have just days left to apply for first, middle and primary school places for next September

'Government prioritised new year parties over the health service' - Hagley doctor hits out at lack of restrictions in England

UPDATE - Flood warnings for Bromsgrove and Droitwich withdrawn as river levels fall

Bromsgrove Liberal Democrats elect new chairman

Severn Trent fined £1.5million for illegal sewage discharges into county waterways, including Bromsgrove

Bromsgrove woman launches campaign for books for children and families in need this Christmas

Wildlife Trust warnings over impact on Bromsgrove if climate crisis is not 'tackled at speed'

Lickey Hills hotel to feature on Channel 4's popular programme 'Four In A Bed'

Worcestershire highly commended at West Midlands Energy Efficiency Awards

Bromsgrove Rotary Club's £5,000 donation to Avoncroft to get windmill sailing again

Highlighting the help support available across Worcestershire on World Suicide Prevention Day

£16k WINN-ing prize to help innovative Belbroughton man's business grow

Worcestershire and Birmingham school places open for 2022 applications

Lighting the county’s streets whilst reducing carbon emissions

Worcestershire's first ever virtual WI launches this evening

New Bromsgrove On Demand shuttle bus service set to launch on Monday

Worcestershire's first ever Walking Football sessions set to launch in Bromsgrove this evening

VIDEO - Drone firm's video of 'picturesque' Wildmoor Quarry bathed in the summer sunlight

Shout out to Worcestershire's classroom 'stars' on National Thank a Teacher Day

Children step out to demand safer streets in Brake campaign

Cure Leukaemia's amazing Geoff Thomas is awarded the MBE

Wychbold author releases psychological mystery novel Game of Life

Knife amnesty - Operation Sceptre takes almost 150 weapons off the streets of Worcestershire

Family overwhelmed as appeal to raise £20,000 for life-saving cancer treatment for Worcestershire paramedic reaches target in less than three weeks

Campaign launched to raise £20k for life-saving treatment for Worcestershire paramedic diagnosed with cancer

Bromsgrove Covid-19 vaccine centres to rearrange appointments if supply is low

Police find body in river during search for missing man Gerard Roy

Bromsgrove and Rubery residents asked to 'store rubbish at home' after visitor increase at recycling centres

Parents across Worcestershire and Birmingham find out today if their children have made it into their first choice secondary or high school

New primary school to open in Bromsgrove District, providing 420 places for children

Worcestershire County Councillor urges Government to stick to its plan and ignore pleas from 'jump the queue' groups

Bromsgrove, Rubery and south Birmingham residents urged to join in the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch this weekend

Worcestershire's gritters covered 16,065 miles over the snowy weekend

'Only travel if necessary' warning issued as Worcestershire Highways head out in gritters and snow ploughs

VIDEO - We go behind the scenes at Hereford and Worcestershire's new vaccination centre at Bromsgrove's Artrix

TRAVEL ALERT - Storm Christoph leads to road closures in Frankley and Hollywood

Met Office issues yellow warning for heavy rain for Bromsgrove, Rubery and Birmingham

Birmingham-based American Football club hoping to raise £8k for kit before the Superbowl 55 kicks off

Bromsgrove's Charford First School to take part in Worcester's Elephant Art Trail

Four men arrested for 'causing public nuisance' in Bromsgrove and at hospitals are bailed

'Do you have to go out?' Worcestershire Covid cases at the highest they have been since the start of the pandemic

Bromsgrove, Rubery and south Birmingham parents reminded 2021 school admission applications close this week

Family visits to Bromsgrove care homes PERMITTED if certain measures are in place

Exclusive - Millennium Point will be region's flagship vaccination centre

Covid-19 infection rate in Worcestershire 'highest it's ever been'

Former Midlands Air Ambulance Charity chairman awarded OBE in The Queen's New Year's Honours List

BREAKING: Bromsgrove and Worcestershire into Tier 3, Birmingham into Tier 4

County community groups tackling loneliness can apply for extra funding

Covid-19 rapid testing which delivers results in 30 minutes set to launch at Redditch Town Hall

GPs starting to roll-out Covid vaccine across Worcestershire

Public Health Christmas tree at Worcester Cathedral will thank our Covid heroes

Bromsgrove and Rubery organisations wanting a Dementia Meeting Centre urged to apply for council funding

Worcestershire's Covid vaccination programme to get under way, starting at the Alex

Mental health nurse calls on Bromsgrove and Droitwich residents to join mass doorstep Christmas carols singalong

Covid advisors now out on the streets of Bromsgrove to offer a helping hand

'Keep up the good work!' - Mid-lockdown message about Covid cases from Worcestershire's Director of Public Health

Thousands extra pumped into Worcestershire to boost cycling and walking

Children and young people across Bromsgrove and Droitwich urged to 'stay safe' and 'be thoughtful' this Halloween

Wet and windy weekend ahead as storm clouds gather over Worcestershire and Birmingham

Don't delay in seeing your GP if you have cancer signs and symptoms, say Bromsgrove and Rubery doctors

Puddle Ducks swimming sessions for youngsters start up again in Barnt Green

Bromsgrove's MP and council leader issue plea over rising Covid-19 infection rates

Families can now visit their loved ones again in Bromsgrove, Rubery and Droitwich care homes

Funding means Worcestershire mental health units will have individual rooms with en-suite facilities

Social distance warning issued to Worcestershire parents on school run

'Worcestershire's mental health system needs major overhaul'

Bromsgrove warned of further restrictions after Covid infection rate rise makes it worst in Worcestershire

Covid-19: Figures show Bromsgrove has third highest infection rate in Worcestershire

Bromsgrove author's debut novel - eco thriller 'Tipping Point' - now on sale

RSPCA urging people across Bromsgrove, Rubery and south Birmingham to lobby their MPs to safeguard animal welfare post-Brexit

£440k boost to get Worcestershire's homeless off the streets

Bromsgrove and Droitwich charities and non-profit groups benefit from Severn Trent Covid funding

Lottery cash will help fund PAP scheme to help parents and children who have had a tough time during lockdown

Worcestershire nurses celebrate being shortlisted as national finalists

Smoking rates revealed - how do Bromsgrove and Birmingham fare?

Met Office issues weather warning as Storm Francis rolls into Worcestershire and Birmingham

ALL North Bromsgrove High School students achieve grades needed, says headteacher