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Haulier blames fuel prices for diesel theft
A West Midlands haulage company has said thieves are motivated by rising fuel prices after they stole 400 litres of diesel. Martin Pinches, director of M Pinches & Sons Ltd in Worcester, said the fuel was stolen from two vehicles at the weekend. "[It happened] because of the price of fuel," he claimed, adding that it was "an added cost that everyone has been burdened with." Pinches said fuel had become "liquid gold" and estimated the missing diesel was worth about £800.
Family seek answers after murder probe closed
The family of a Worcestershire man whose death was investigated as murder say they are still "desperately seeking answers" after prosecutors advised that no further action should be taken in the case. Paul Hart, 52, died after being injured during an altercation in Malvern in July 2025. Three men were arrested on suspicion of murder, but West Mercia Police said a file of evidence was passed to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), which advised that no charges would be brought.
My brother died suddenly in his sleep - the pain never goes away
A man who lost his brother suddenly after a seizure in his sleep has said the pain "never really goes away". Matt Harris, 33, from Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, had lived with seizures for nearly 20 years before he died from Sudden Unexpected Death In Epilepsy (SUDEP) in 2021. "The sadness of it never really goes away. When we do family stuff... there's always someone missing," said his brother Pete Harris, 41.
The 'Teenage Dirtbags' sponsored by US rock band
Nunnery Wood U13s Phoenix have a new shirt sponsor and it is US rock band Wheatus The US frontman, responsible for Teenage Dirtbag, says the team could be treated to a private show. An unlikely friendship has led to an even more unlikely partnership, with US rock band Wheatus sponsoring a Worcestershire youth football team. Nunnery Wood U13s Phoenix, based in Worcester, now wear kits bearing the Teenage Dirtbag band's logo after coach Graham approached them for support.
Potholes expected to worsen as winters get wetter
Gritting crews have warned that increasingly extreme weather is making it harder to keep roads in good condition, as councils prepare for another winter of freezing temperatures and heavy rain. "It's fair to say we're seeing more extremes of weather happening now," said Ed Bradford, major contracts programme director at Herefordshire Council.
More winter rain, more potholes, road crews warn
Ed Bradford says increasingly extreme weather is creating new challenges for road maintenance teams Gritting crews have warned that increasingly extreme weather is making it harder to keep roads in good condition, as councils prepare for another winter of freezing temperatures and heavy rain. "It's fair to say we're seeing more extremes of weather happening now," said Ed Bradford, major contracts programme director at Herefordshire Council.
Teen's brain haemorrhage began with headache at a party
Lidia Connolly was at a party when she complained of a slight headache. When she didn't return from the bathroom, she was found unresponsive and, according to her mum Penny, completely still and "just nothing". It was a brain haemorrhage that caused her to fall ill and the bleed would prove to be fatal. She was 19.
Teen's brain haemorrhage began with headache at a party
Lidia Connolly was at a party when she complained of a slight headache. When she didn't return from the bathroom, she was found unresponsive and, according to her mum Penny, completely still and "just nothing". It was a brain haemorrhage that caused her to fall ill and the bleed would prove to be fatal. She was 19.
Family's 'incredibly painful' wait for justice over
The brother of a motorcyclist killed in a crash involving a defective tractor says his family can begin to look forward after an "incredibly painful" four-year wait for justice. Dr Steven Lee, 26, was riding his motorbike on the A40 near Ganarew, Ross-on-Wye, on 11 August 2022 when he was involved in the collision. Philip Baker, 61, of Wonastow, Monmouthshire, was jailed for eight years at Worcester Crown Court on Tuesday after being convicted of causing death by dangerous driving.
Dog owners warned after spate of sheep deaths
Debra Fox, the CEO of the Malvern Hills Trust, said attacks on sheep were "an ongoing problem" Dog owners in Worcestershire have been urged to keep their animals under control following a spate of sheep attacks, which have killed three. The Malvern Hills Trust said it had recorded the deaths this year, which were as a result of dogs not being kept under proper control. The trust has also reported a further six attacks on livestock so far in 2026.
Growing congestion could leave town 'strangled'
Evesham residents say they have huge concerns about traffic congestion, with one adding that if it continues it will "strangle the town". Ewan Morgan has lived in the town for three years and said: "Something has got to be done because if [traffic] increases at this rate, it will just kill off tourism and strangle the town." Councillors have now called for an investigation to be launched over how to ease tailbacks.
Growing congestion could leave town 'strangled'
Residents said it can take up to 45 minutes to get from one end of town to the other Evesham residents say they have huge concerns about traffic congestion, with one adding that if it continues it will "strangle the town".
Biker sees life differently after defying death
Allan Lain is urging more people to learn CPR and for more defibrillators in local communities A biker who was on the verge of death has said he now looks at life differently three years on from a race that very nearly became his last. Allan Lain, from Inkberrow, in Worcestershire, had been competing at Mallory Park Racing Circuit in Leicestershire when, without warning, everything went black.
Hot weather means more wine, says vineyard
While the heatwave and the drought have negatively impacted farmers, for one vineyard it has led to a bumper crop. Heather Williamson, the co-founder of Foxbury Fields on the Gloucestershire-Herefordshire border near Ledbury, said: "I think we've got far more grapes this year than we had last year.
Llamas, lizards and spiders to be blessed at cathedral
Millie Trenholm; Elliot Ball - West Midlands Fri, August 21, 2026 at 1:13 AM EDT 2 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Add Yahoo on Google Animals from far and wide have been invited to Worcester Cathedral this weekend [Worcester Cathedral] From llamas to lizards, and sheep to stick insects, a rather unusual congregation will gather at church this weekend.
Mum's anger at possible release of daughter's killer
The mother of a 17-year-old girl who died in a car crash said she was devastated to learn the driver of the car could be freed from jail, released under the government's early release scheme. Lily-May Vaughan, 17, from Kidderminster, was the passenger in a car driven by her boyfriend Logan Addison, 20. It came off the road near Shawbury Heath in Shropshire in February 2023. He was jailed for five and a half years in June last year for causing death by dangerous driving.
Mum's anger at possible release of daughter's killer
The mother of a 17-year-old girl who died in a car crash said she is devastated to learn her boyfriend and driver of the car could be freed from jail, released under the government's early release scheme. Lily-May Vaughan, 17, from Kidderminster, was the passenger in a car driven by Logan Addison, 20, when it came off the road near Shawbury Heath in Shropshire in February 2023. He was jailed for five and a half years in June last year for causing death by dangerous driving.
The friendships forged through a dementia bond
A group of women say their close friendship has come because of one woman with whom they have a shared bond - Geraldine Adams, the mother of two brothers, Jordan and Cian, known as the FTD Brothers. They have remained close a decade after her death from frontotemporal dementia (FTD), continuing to meet for dinners, go on holiday together and support the family.
Wildfire expert concerns over heatwave risks
Follow Wildfire expert concerns over heatwave risks Millie Trenholm - West Midlands; Elliot Ball - West Midlands Tue, July 14, 2026 at 4:09 PM UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Wildfire tactical adviser Dave Swallows said since the summer began, call outs had "doubled at least" in Herefordshire and Worcestershire [BBC] A national wildfire expert has said he is "worried" about the UK's wildfires getting worse due to prolonged Mediterranean-like summers.
Three Counties Show 'bridges urban divide'
Countryfile presenter Adam Henson has praised the Royal Three Counties Show in Worcestershire for "bridging that urban divide". Henson, who owns a farm in the Cotswolds, said the show was also important for allowing farming communities to share success and worries. "It's bringing people along to have a lovely day," he said.
Three Counties Show 'bridges urban divide'
Millie Trenholm; Elliot Ball - West Midlands Fri 12 June 2026 at 11:30 am UTC 2 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Adam Henson, presenter for the BBC's Countryfile, praised the Royal Three Counties Show for "bridging that urban divide" [BBC] Countryfile presenter Adam Henson has praised the Royal Three Counties Show in Worcestershire for "bridging that urban divide".
'Tap room crucial to our survival,' says brewery
Sarah Saleh, owner of The Hop Shed Brewery, said her tap room had been critical to her business's survival [BBC] The owners of a brewery have admitted their business would not be sustainable without their tap room. It comes following estimations from the beer industry that about two pubs closed a day in the first quarter of 2026. The number of English breweries has fallen below 2,000 this year for the first time since 2018.
Museum secures £1m lottery funding
The funding will support vital conservation work and bring previously unseen treasures to the public [BBC] A collection that celebrates Worcestershire's strong military heritage has received a £1m boost. The Worcestershire Soldier at The Commandery has been awarded the grant by The National Lottery Heritage Fund to safeguard the county's Regimental museum collections and secure public access for the future.
'I've loved helping people keep fit for 40 years'
"I've loved it, I've absolutely loved it and I think that's what has kept me going." Those are the words of fitness instructor Lynne Thompson, who has been helping the people of Worcester keep in shape for 40 years. And despite recently celebrating her 79th birthday, Thompson has vowed to carry on for as long as she can with the classes, some of which still attract people who were there at the beginning.
Woman, 106, gets second card from King
Friends gathered for a day of festivities as a woman celebrated her 106th birthday. Alice Foulkes greeted well wishers at Elgar Court Care Home in Malvern, Worcestershire, after receiving a second birthday card from King Charles. Last year, she received more than 200 cards for her 105th birthday and the home said that tally was quickly beaten this time. "I don't know, I'm surprised, really," Foulkes said of reaching 106.
Residents in competing towns have their say
Susan Gray said Ledbury "does feel like culture" [BBC] "There's a very relaxed feel and everyone's very friendly [in Ledbury], and it does feel like culture - it does feel posh." Residents in Ledbury and Ross-on-Wye have had their say after the two Herefordshire towns announced plans to be chosen as Britain's first Town of Culture. The winning applicants are set to receive £3.5m to fund a cultural programme in their town during the summer of 2028.
Former arachnophobe opens specialist spider shop
Elliot Ball - West Midlands; Millie Trenholm - West Midlands Fri, October 24, 2025 at 2:08 PM UTC 1 min read A businessman who was once "terrified" of spiders has overcome his phobia and opened up a specialist shop that sells the creepy crawlies. Richard Lewis launched Arachnospace in Hereford on Saturday after a year of watching YouTube videos that he claimed cured him of his debilitating fear. "I used to be terrified of them," he said.
Street artists converge on city for paint festival
Street artists from across the country have converged on Worcester to create murals across the city centre for its annual paint festival. The lineup for Saturday's event includes international and UK names alongside emerging talent and local street and graffiti artists, organisers said. Bristol graffiti artist Inkie said Worcester was a key location for street artists, halfway between the "graffiti capitals" of his home city and Birmingham.
Spectators gather as Tour of Britain visits county
Some of the best riders in the world have been making their way around Warwickshire as the UK's biggest cycling race visits the county. The Lloyd's Tour of Britain men's stage four set off from a packed Market Square in Atherstone at 10:30 BST. Advertisement Riders raced through locations including Ansley, Fillongley, Bedworth, Dunchurch, Cubbington, Wellesbourne, Kineton, Shipston-on-Stour and Edgehill – before a dramatic hilltop finish at Burton Dassett Country Park.
Chloe Qisha: Rising pop star finding fame at just the right time
When Chloe Qisha was training to be a therapist, she wondered whether her dreams of being a pop star would ever come true. Now, with one of the biggest artists in the US covering her songs and a spot on the BBC Radio 1 playlist, it's definitely happening for the singer even if, in her words, she's "a little bit late". But, speaking to BBC Newsbeat, Chloe says "late" actually feels like the perfect time.
'Perfect storm' could see end of salon apprenticeships Original
'Perfect storm' could see end of salon apprenticeships Millie Trenholm & Riyah Collins BBC Apprentice Alex Ritchie says losing staff like her will have a massive impact on the industry Salon owners are warning they might not be able to take on any new apprentices within two years due to financial pressures.
A decade in the making, Central Cee says you Can't Rush Greatness
After more than a decade in the game and eight top 10 singles, Central Cee has decided it's finally time to drop an album. He's not been in a hurry. The clue's in the title - You Can't Rush Greatness. But some people, like 1Xtra DJ Kenny Allstar, would say it's been there all along. He's been a champion of the West London rapper, also known as Cench, for years and has watched him become one of the UK's biggest talents.
Can a two-letter word really change your life?
Sophie Jones has 180k followers on TikTok where she puts herself out of her comfort zone to gain confidence [Sophie Jones] Generate Key Takeaways "Get out of your comfort zone." "Take no for an answer." "Do something every day that makes you feel uncomfortable." If you've spent any time on social media you'll be used to seeing these motivational memes. And you might have been seeing more recently thanks to the "rejection therapy" trend.
Why artist collabs are more popular than ever
When you scroll through your playlist, how many of the songs on there are collabs? Charli XCX has been in the charts with Talk Talk - her team-up with Troye Sivan - and she's been all over our feeds with Billie Eilish and Guess. Or maybe Chase & Status and Stormzy's Backbone is the one for you. Four of the top 10 songs in the current UK Singles Chart are collaborations, and it doesn't seem to be a fad.
Going solo: Are bands falling out of fashion?
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Going solo: Are bands falling out of fashion?
You're growing up with a group of mates obsessed with music. You want to form a band and have dreams of one day headlining a summer festival or being the next Oasis. This past bank holiday weekend saw thousands braving the wind, rain and mud to converge at Reading and Leeds. The headline acts were Fred Again.., Gerry Cinnamon, Liam Gallagher, Catfish and the Bottlemen, Blink-182 and Lana Del Rey - mostly solo acts.
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