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Alcester A continue their march to summer crown - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Mon, 17 Jun 2019 09:35:14 GMT
Alcester A continue their march to summer crown Stratford upon Avon HeraldTENNIS. ALCESTER A opened up a 32-point gap at the top of the Wildmoor Summer League Premier Division with a 4-0 victory over Henley-in-Arden, who now ...
Bloomin' great: Alcester gardens open to raise funds for Cancer Research UK - Redditch Standard
Fri, 14 Jun 2019 13:34:36 GMT
Bloomin' great: Alcester gardens open to raise funds for Cancer Research UK Redditch StandardHELP raise vital money to combat cancer at the Alcester and District Friends' annual Garden Walkabout. It's happening this Sunday, June 16 and is the district's ...
I owe it all to them – Alcester's Mike Gittus in tribute after BEM honour - Redditch Standard
Tue, 18 Jun 2019 13:02:44 GMT
I owe it all to them – Alcester's Mike Gittus in tribute after BEM honour Redditch Standard“SURPRISED – but really pleased” – that was the verdict from Mike Gittus after hearing news he had been awarded the British Empire Medal in the Queen's ...
Alcester A show no signs of letting up in title hunt - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Wed, 12 Jun 2019 16:00:10 GMT
Alcester A show no signs of letting up in title hunt Stratford upon Avon HeraldTENNIS. ALCESTER A are now 28 points clear at the top of the Wildmoor Summer Tennis League Premier Division table after the eighth round of fixtures ...
Plans to build a large gas fired power station near Alcester have been re-submitted - Redditch Standard
Mon, 10 Jun 2019 10:30:53 GMT
Plans to build a large gas fired power station near Alcester have been re-submitted Redditch StandardPLANS to build a large gas fired power station near Alcester have been re-submitted following their withdrawal last year when planning permission was refused ...
Disney delight as Alcester Court Leet brings hundreds on to the streets - Redditch Standard
Thu, 13 Jun 2019 09:38:26 GMT
Disney delight as Alcester Court Leet brings hundreds on to the streets Redditch StandardTHE magic of Disney came to Alcester last Sunday, June 9, when the annual Court Leet Street Market took place. Hundreds of people poured into the town's ...
Leaders Alcester go marching on - Redditch Standard
Wed, 12 Jun 2019 10:38:36 GMT
Leaders Alcester go marching on Redditch StandardTHERE appears to be no stopping Alcester A who maintained their four-point lead at the top of the Wildmoor Summer Tennis League with a 4-0 win over the ...
League leaders Alcester A go 24 points clear at halfway stage - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Mon, 03 Jun 2019 07:00:00 GMT
League leaders Alcester A go 24 points clear at halfway stage Stratford upon Avon HeraldTENNIS. AT the halfway stage of the Wildmoor Summer Tennis League, Alcester A lead the way in the Premier Division by 24 points following their 2-2 draw with ...
Alcester's key role in important county-wide health report - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Fri, 31 May 2019 13:00:38 GMT
Alcester's key role in important county-wide health report Stratford upon Avon HeraldAN important report on the health and well-being of people of all ages and from all over the county of Warwickshire was launched in Alcester recently. The Joint ...
Street Market with Mickey Mouse and more at Alcester Court Leet event - Redditch Standard
Thu, 06 Jun 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Street Market with Mickey Mouse and more at Alcester Court Leet event Redditch StandardIT'S the annual Alcester Court Leet Street Market this Sunday, June 9 and this year the theme is all things Disney. It all starts with a parade, of course, and there ...
League leaders Alcester A maintain unbeaten record - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Mon, 27 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
League leaders Alcester A maintain unbeaten record Stratford upon Avon HeraldTENNIS. WILDMOOR Summer League Premier Division leaders Alcester A maintained their unbeaten run with a straightforward 4-0 victory over mid-table ...
Man been charged with burglary and handling stolen goods in Alcester - Redditch Advertiser
Thu, 13 Jun 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Man been charged with burglary and handling stolen goods in Alcester Redditch AdvertiserA MAN has been charged with burglary and handling stolen goods in Alcester.
Prison warning after dog attacks in Alcester - Redditch Advertiser
Tue, 11 Jun 2019 15:28:00 GMT
Prison warning after dog attacks in Alcester Redditch AdvertiserRESIDENTS in Alcester are being warned they could face up to five years in prison if their dog is out of control and injures someone.
Reigning champions Stratford end Alcester A's perfect start - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Tue, 21 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Reigning champions Stratford end Alcester A's perfect start Stratford upon Avon HeraldTENNIS. ALCESTER A's 100 per cent winning record in the Wildmoor Tennis League Premier Division was brought to an end by reigning champions ...
Lib Dem Leader says she will hold members of Stratford District Council to account - Redditch Standard
Fri, 24 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Lib Dem Leader says she will hold members of Stratford District Council to account Redditch StandardHOLDING the authority to scrutiny will be the key issue for the new leader of the opposition on Stratford District Council – Alcester councillor Susan Juned.
£500 stolen from man at cashpoint during brazen daylight theft - Redditch Advertiser
Fri, 31 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
£500 stolen from man at cashpoint during brazen daylight theft Redditch AdvertiserA MAN has had £500 stolen from his account while being distracted at a cashpoint in broad daylight in Alcester.
Neighbourhood Plan for Alcester Neighbourhood Plan Area - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Wed, 29 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Neighbourhood Plan for Alcester Neighbourhood Plan Area Stratford upon Avon HeraldTHE Alcester Neighbourhood Development Plan is a step closer to fruition following receipt of the draft plan for formal submission consultation, the stage of the ...
Have your say on Alcester neighbourhood plan - Redditch Advertiser
Tue, 28 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Have your say on Alcester neighbourhood plan Redditch AdvertiserTHE Alcester Neighbourhood Development Plan is a step closer to fruition following receipt of the draft plan for formal submission consultation, the…
ES Vallet come to town for annual Alcester tournament - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Fri, 07 Jun 2019 07:00:00 GMT
ES Vallet come to town for annual Alcester tournament Stratford upon Avon HeraldYOUTH FOOTBALL. FRENCH team ES Vallet had a blast when they took part in the annual Alcester Town Tournament over the weekend as part of their yearly ...
Residents celebrate 30th anniversary of Malin Court in Alcester - Redditch Advertiser
Mon, 20 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Residents celebrate 30th anniversary of Malin Court in Alcester Redditch AdvertiserALCESTER residents recently celebrated the 30th anniversary of the opening of Malin Court, a retirement complex in the town.
Warwickshire Schools Track and Field Championships results - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Wed, 12 Jun 2019 07:48:20 GMT
Warwickshire Schools Track and Field Championships results Stratford upon Avon HeraldATHLETICS. Senior Boys 100m – 1st Toby Baldwin (Rugby School); 2nd Jonathan Knox (KES); 3rd Abenash Kanagasingam (KES) 200m – 1st Harry Allwood ...
Queen's Birthday Honours 2019 - The full list for Coventry and Warwickshire - Coventry Telegraph
Fri, 07 Jun 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Queen's Birthday Honours 2019 - The full list for Coventry and Warwickshire Coventry TelegraphSome of the unsung heroes who make such a vital difference to the area and its people have been honoured.
Alcester's mini and junior section takes centre stage - Redditch Standard
Mon, 20 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Alcester's mini and junior section takes centre stage Redditch StandardALCESTER RFC's mini and junior section presentation afternoon was full of laughter and smiles as a good crowd of players, family and volunteers celebrated ...
Have your say: Consultation opens on the Alcester Neighbourhood Plan - Redditch Standard
Thu, 30 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Have your say: Consultation opens on the Alcester Neighbourhood Plan Redditch StandardA SIX week public consultation has begun into the draft Alcester Neighbourhood Development Plan. Alcester Town Council as the 'qualifying body' has ...
Alcester Male Voice Choir to perform in Windsor Castle - Bromsgrove Advertiser
Tue, 11 Jun 2019 13:23:00 GMT
Alcester Male Voice Choir to perform in Windsor Castle Bromsgrove AdvertiserA POPULAR choir from Alcester will be performing at one the UK's most prestigious venues.
Crowds flock to major show in spite of rain - Bromsgrove Advertiser
Sun, 16 Jun 2019 23:16:00 GMT
Crowds flock to major show in spite of rain Bromsgrove AdvertiserSUMMER returned to the annual Royal Three Counties Show, albeit not completely, to bring the crowds flocking through the turnstiles on day three at…
'British Americana' to grace the Jack Blackman stage at Tuery Sessions - Redditch Standard
Wed, 12 Jun 2019 09:43:44 GMT
'British Americana' to grace the Jack Blackman stage at Tuery Sessions Redditch StandardTHIS Sunday, June 16, two artists representing the best in Americana and roots music play at Jack Blackman's Tuery Sessions Music Night at the Cross Keys ...
Bromsgrove school comes out of special measures in record time - Bromsgrove Advertiser
Wed, 12 Jun 2019 11:45:41 GMT
Bromsgrove school comes out of special measures in record time Bromsgrove AdvertiserA BROMSGROVE school placed in special measures has now been graded 'requires improvement'.
North Bromsgrove High head praises staff, pupils and parents after school comes out of special measures 'in record time' - Bromsgrove Standard
Wed, 12 Jun 2019 06:00:14 GMT
North Bromsgrove High head praises staff, pupils and parents after school comes out of special measures 'in record time' Bromsgrove StandardTHE HEADTEACHER of North Bromsgrove High School has praised his staff, pupils and parents after it pulled itself out of special measures 'in record time'.
Warwick Ward continue to grow in the Midlands - Agg-Net
Fri, 14 Jun 2019 13:26:11 GMT
Warwick Ward continue to grow in the Midlands Agg-NetOngoing expansion of Midlands dealership requires relocation to larger premises in nearby Alcester. DUE to growth of their Midlands's dealership, Warwick ...
Community plea to help save Acorns Children's Hospice from closure - Birmingham Live
Mon, 17 Jun 2019 16:10:00 GMT
Community plea to help save Acorns Children's Hospice from closure Birmingham LiveSenior Walsall councillors have called upon the community to help save a town hospice from being axed. Earlier this month, Acorns Children's Hospice ...
Crowds flock to this year's Alcester Food Festival - Redditch Standard
Sat, 25 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Crowds flock to this year's Alcester Food Festival Redditch StandardTHE crowds flocked in their thousands to Alcester Food Festival on Saturday. The park and ride *service* took 3,000 visitors in and Warners hotel at Studley ...
Olivia Colman 'humbled' to get CBE in the Queen's honours plus full list of Midlands honours - Birmingham Live
Fri, 07 Jun 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Olivia Colman 'humbled' to get CBE in the Queen's honours plus full list of Midlands honours Birmingham LiveOscar-winner Olivia Colman said she is “totally thrilled” to be made a CBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours, while stage actor Simon Russell Beale is knighted.
Cannabis smoker complains 'police are harassing me!' - Tewkesbury ADMAG
Wed, 05 Jun 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Cannabis smoker complains 'police are harassing me!' Tewkesbury ADMAGA CANNABIS smoker with ADHD accused police of 'harassing' him after he was caught with the drug yet again.
Man charged with burglary, fraud and handling stolen goods - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Fri, 07 Jun 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Man charged with burglary, fraud and handling stolen goods Stratford upon Avon HeraldA 33-year-old man has appeared in court charged with burglary and handling stolen goods, following four incidents in Stratford and Alcester this year. In total ...
Top farming show will bring in the crowds - Bromsgrove Advertiser
Thu, 30 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Top farming show will bring in the crowds Bromsgrove Advertiser“JUNE”, as the old song from the musical Carousel says, "is bustin' out all over" - well it will do shortly, and that means we are heading for one of the most ...
Weekend cricket results - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Mon, 10 Jun 2019 08:08:10 GMT
Weekend cricket results Stratford upon Avon HeraldCRICKET. Saturday, 8th June Warwickshire League, Premier Division Walmley (5pts) v Stratford (5pts) match abandoned. Division Four Stratford (5pts) v Castle ...
Felines vie to be named top cat by welfare charity - BBC News
Wed, 05 Jun 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Felines vie to be named top cat by welfare charity BBC NewsHelping a teenager overcome depression and bringing comfort to a cancer sufferer have earned two moggies nominations to be named top cat. Teenager Finn ...
There's artwork bursting all over the place in Studley this weekend - Redditch Standard
Fri, 14 Jun 2019 16:30:42 GMT
There's artwork bursting all over the place in Studley this weekend Redditch StandardTHERE'S art bursting out all over the place in Studley as 21 local businesses and the village's Artists Workhouse join the Warwickshire Open Studios event.
Glorious tenth food festival to be celebrated in Alcester - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Sat, 11 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Glorious tenth food festival to be celebrated in Alcester Stratford upon Avon HeraldTHE Alcester and Forest of Arden Food Festivals celebrate their tenth anniversary this year and once again there are many tempting delights on offer at the first ...
Mikron get ready to drop anchor near Redditch with two new shows - Redditch Standard
Sun, 16 Jun 2019 15:15:23 GMT
Mikron get ready to drop anchor near Redditch with two new shows Redditch StandardALL aboard for canal-based theatre company Mikron's new shows. On the bill are All Hands on Deck which is set in World War Two, and navigates a love story ...
Champions and leaders share spoils in tense early battle - Redditch Standard
Thu, 23 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Champions and leaders share spoils in tense early battle Redditch StandardALCESTER A retained top spot in the Wildmoor Summer Tennis League Premier Division after a 2-2 draw against closest rivals and champions Stratford.
Holidaymakers in Alcester asked to take Mickey Mouse with them on their travels - Redditch Standard
Tue, 23 Apr 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Holidaymakers in Alcester asked to take Mickey Mouse with them on their travels Redditch StandardHOLIDAYMAKERS in Alcester are being asked to take a very special guest with them on their travels – Mickey Mouse. The magical mouse, cartoon star and box ...
Retirement of veteran councillors opens the field in Alcester and Studley - Redditch Standard
Tue, 30 Apr 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Retirement of veteran councillors opens the field in Alcester and Studley Redditch StandardTHE local elections are looming in Stratford District with the people of Alcester and Studley and surrounding villages urged to get out and vote this Thursday, ...
Henley ace targets 2022 Winter Olympics - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Mon, 10 Jun 2019 12:00:52 GMT
Henley ace targets 2022 Winter Olympics Stratford upon Avon HeraldSPEED SKATING. BREAKING a British record was the moment it all clicked for Henley-in-Arden's Niall Treacy – winning short track speed skating titles is exactly ...
Choice galore on menu in Alcester this weekend - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Fri, 17 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Choice galore on menu in Alcester this weekend Stratford upon Avon HeraldFOOD and drink lovers are set to gather in Alcester this weekend for two special events in the town. On Saturday, 18th May, the tenth Alcester and Forest of ...
Great music at The Cross Keys in Alcester with latest Tuery Session - Redditch Standard
Wed, 15 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Great music at The Cross Keys in Alcester with latest Tuery Session Redditch StandardTWO talented singer-songwriters are playing at The Cross Keys, Alcester for Jack Blackman's Tuery Sessions this coming Sunday, May 19. Influenced by the ...
Earplugs in as Alcester Town Criers competition brings in the crowds - Redditch Standard
Thu, 25 Apr 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Earplugs in as Alcester Town Criers competition brings in the crowds Redditch StandardTOWN criers from across England descended on Alcester for its annual Town Crier competition on Easter Saturday. In near perfect conditions – still, sunny ...
Carter treble seals title for Alcester - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Mon, 06 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Carter treble seals title for Alcester Stratford upon Avon HeraldFOOTBALL Alcester Town 6-0 Enville Athletic Total Motion Midland League, Division Three. DANNY Carter thumped home a three-minute hat-trick as Alcester ...
Revealed – the dates and times of Alcester and Studley's Santa Sleigh - Redditch Standard
Wed, 28 Nov 2018 08:00:00 GMT
Revealed – the dates and times of Alcester and Studley's Santa Sleigh Redditch StandardSANTA and his sleigh are visiting more children in Alcester and Studley than ever before thanks to the Alcester and Stratford District Round Table. This year ...
Bromsgrove's Kevin Ward among the Town Criers who headed to Alcester for the annual contest - Bromsgrove Standard
Sat, 27 Apr 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Bromsgrove's Kevin Ward among the Town Criers who headed to Alcester for the annual contest Bromsgrove StandardTOWN criers from across England, including Bromsgrove's Kevin Ward, descended on Alcester for its annual Town Crier competition on Easter Saturday.
Alcester A, Chipping Campden A, Pershore and Alcester C lead way in Junior Cup - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Thu, 18 Apr 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Alcester A, Chipping Campden A, Pershore and Alcester C lead way in Junior Cup Stratford upon Avon HeraldTHE second round of the Junior Cup pool matches of the Wildmoor Spa Tennis League have been completed, with Alcester A dominating Pool A, Chipping ...
Lib Dem delight following gains in Alcester and Studley and across Stratford - Redditch Standard
Fri, 03 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Lib Dem delight following gains in Alcester and Studley and across Stratford Redditch StandardBIG gains by the Lib Dems across Stratford district were reflected in Alcester and Studley where two seats were gained at the expense of the ruling Conservative ...
Bank closure is body blow to Alcester residents - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Sat, 09 Feb 2019 08:00:00 GMT
Bank closure is body blow to Alcester residents Stratford upon Avon HeraldBARCLAYS customers in Alcester have been dealt a body blow this week with news the bank giant will close its Alcester High Street branch on Friday 24th May.
'Barclays has got its sums wrong' – anger as bank pulls out of Alcester - Redditch Standard
Fri, 08 Feb 2019 08:00:00 GMT
'Barclays has got its sums wrong' – anger as bank pulls out of Alcester Redditch StandardTHERE'S dismay in Alcester following the announcement that Barclays is to close its High Street branch. Town Mayor councillor Andrew Foster said everyone ...
Can you help Santa in Alcester - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Sat, 29 Sep 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Can you help Santa in Alcester Stratford upon Avon HeraldSanta is appealing for somewhere to store his sleigh in Alcester this Christmas after being told it can no longer stay in a garage in the town. The Santa Sleigh ...
Alcester Town close in on league title - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Alcester Town close in on league title Stratford upon Avon HeraldALCESTER Town moved a step closer towards the Midland League Division Three title by taking six points from their two games over the Easter weekend.
Expert and confidential – Citizens Advice Bureau to reopen in Alcester - Redditch Standard
Sun, 10 Feb 2019 08:00:00 GMT
Expert and confidential – Citizens Advice Bureau to reopen in Alcester Redditch StandardCITIZENS Advice South Warwickshire will be restarting advice sessions in Alcester, offering expert and confidential help to those in need. An outreach adviser ...
Greig Hall fundraisers hit £10000 - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Sun, 31 Mar 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Greig Hall fundraisers hit £10000 Stratford upon Avon HeraldA long-term plan to re-open Alcester's Greig Memorial Hall is gathering pace after fundraisers began a register of people who could help to make the project a ...
Alcester are looking good - Redditch Standard
Wed, 15 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Alcester are looking good Redditch StandardLEADERS Alcester A maintained their 100 per cent record after four weeks of the Wildmoor Summer Tennis League with a 4-0 win over mid-table Chipping ...
Alcester, Studley and Holberrow Green Remembrance Day services - Redditch Standard
Thu, 08 Nov 2018 08:00:00 GMT
Alcester, Studley and Holberrow Green Remembrance Day services Redditch StandardREMEMBRANCE weekend services in Alcester, Studley and Holberrow Green. Saturday, November 10: Holberrow Green: A SHORT *service* of Remembrance ...
Alcester appoints new High Bailiff - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Tue, 16 Oct 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Alcester appoints new High Bailiff Stratford upon Avon HeraldALCESTER has a new High Bailiff who will be a familiar face – and voice – in the town. David Parkes, formerly known as the Town Crier for a decade and then ...
Alcester make five signings ahead of title tester - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Sat, 24 Nov 2018 08:00:00 GMT
Alcester make five signings ahead of title tester Stratford upon Avon HeraldFOOTBALL. ALCESTER Town bosses Matt Seeley and Richard Briggs will have FIVE new signings in contention for today's Midland League Division Three trip ...
Foodies gather for Alcester festival - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Wed, 31 Oct 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Foodies gather for Alcester festival Stratford upon Avon HeraldFOOD lovers travelled thousands of miles to enjoy the autumn version of the Alcester and Forest of Arden Food Festival earlier this month. Last year's autumn ...
Mayor of Alcester officially opens new delicatessen in popular market town - Redditch Standard
Wed, 24 Apr 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Mayor of Alcester officially opens new delicatessen in popular market town Redditch StandardTHE Mayor of Alcester, Councillor Andrew Foster, was on hand recently to officially open a new delicatessen in the popular market town. Pantry Ann's in the ...
New Alcester Mayor: Alcester is a fantastic town with a brilliant community spirit - Dudley News
Sat, 18 May 2019 12:56:15 GMT
New Alcester Mayor: Alcester is a fantastic town with a brilliant community spirit Dudley NewsALCESTER Councillor Gill Forman has been elected mayor of Alcester and Councillor Kathryn Cargill has been elected deputy mayor.
One woman killed and another injured in Alcester car crash - Redditch Standard
Tue, 18 Dec 2018 08:00:00 GMT
One woman killed and another injured in Alcester car crash Redditch StandardA WOMAN, who is yet to be identified, died following a two-car collision in Alcester late on Monday, December 17. West Midlands Ambulance *Service* and the ...
New opticians to open in former Post Office site in High Street in Alcester - Redditch Advertiser
Tue, 07 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
New opticians to open in former Post Office site in High Street in Alcester Redditch AdvertiserA NEW opticians will be opening its doors in Alcester, creating four full time jobs for local people.
CROWN GREEN BOWLS 8 th May, 2019 Profitable week for Alcester - Redditch Standard
Wed, 08 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
CROWN GREEN BOWLS 8 th May, 2019 Profitable week for Alcester Redditch StandardALCESTER Bowling Club had a good week, with five wins from the eight matches played even though most were away from home. The first match of the week ...
VIDEO: Alcester's day at the pancake races - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Thu, 07 Mar 2019 08:00:00 GMT
VIDEO: Alcester's day at the pancake races Stratford upon Avon HeraldSHROVE TUESDAY was celebrated in Alcester earlier this week with traditional pancake races run along High Street. There were races for young and old with ...
Tributes pour in following passing of Alcester stalwart Councillor Eric Payne - Redditch Standard
Wed, 10 Oct 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Tributes pour in following passing of Alcester stalwart Councillor Eric Payne Redditch StandardTRIBUTES have poured in for Alcester Councillor Eric Payne, who has died today, Wednesday, October 10, after a short illness. Coun Payne, had served on ...
Public toilets in Studley and Alcester flushed with success after being lauded in Loo of the Year Awards - Redditch Standard
Mon, 17 Dec 2018 08:00:00 GMT
Public toilets in Studley and Alcester flushed with success after being lauded in Loo of the Year Awards Redditch StandardPUBLIC toilets in Studley and Alcester are flushed with success after being lauded in the Loo of the Year Awards. The lavatories were two of seven facilities ...
LIVE: Worcester Raiders v Alcester Town (at Pershore) - Worcester News
Wed, 23 Jan 2019 08:00:00 GMT
LIVE: Worcester Raiders v Alcester Town (at Pershore) Worcester NewsLIVE coverage of Worcester Raiders v Alcester Town in the Smedley Crooke Cup second round (KO 7.45).
Help Alcester High Street shine again - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Sat, 01 Sep 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Help Alcester High Street shine again Stratford upon Avon HeraldIN 2015, Alcester won a Rising Star in the Great British High Street Awards, a big accolade for the historic market town whose business community has decided ...
Car company sponsors new kit for Alcester Town Juniors - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Fri, 26 Oct 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Car company sponsors new kit for Alcester Town Juniors Stratford upon Avon HeraldALCESTER Town Juniors Under-15s team will be driven for more success this season – with a new kit sponsored by Alcester-based 1 Car Company. The team ...
Chance for Alcester residents to have their say on neighbourhood plan - Redditch Standard
Mon, 22 Oct 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Chance for Alcester residents to have their say on neighbourhood plan Redditch StandardALCESTER residents have received a summary document outlining the key aspects of the town's proposed neighbourhood development plan, writes Ryan ...
Alcester Town sack manager Perry Macleod for 'gross misconduct' - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Tue, 18 Sep 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Alcester Town sack manager Perry Macleod for 'gross misconduct' Stratford upon Avon HeraldALCESTER Town chairman Dave Taylor has revealed manager Perry Macleod was sacked for gross misconduct following an expletive-laden rant at match ...
A tasty success: Visitors arrive from far and wide to Alcester Food Festival - Redditch Standard
Wed, 24 Oct 2018 07:00:00 GMT
A tasty success: Visitors arrive from far and wide to Alcester Food Festival Redditch StandardA COMMENT by luxury cake maker Alana Spencer, the 2016 winner of TV's The Apprentice on her website could be behind Alcester Food Festival becoming a ...
Schools in Studley and Alcester want parents to stop smoking outside their gates - Redditch Standard
Mon, 18 Mar 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Schools in Studley and Alcester want parents to stop smoking outside their gates Redditch StandardSCHOOLS in Studley and Alcester are hoping to persuade parents not to smoke outside their gates when taking their children to and from school. With the help ...
Table-topping Alcester A maintain perfect start - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Tue, 14 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Table-topping Alcester A maintain perfect start Stratford upon Avon HeraldTENNIS. ALCESTER A maintained their 100 per cent winning record in the Wildmoor Summer League Premier Division with a 4-0 victory over mid-table ...
Hundreds pay their respects to Eric Payne, a much-loved son of Alcester - Redditch Standard
Fri, 02 Nov 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Hundreds pay their respects to Eric Payne, a much-loved son of Alcester Redditch StandardALCESTER came to a standstill last Friday for the funeral of much-loved town and district Councillor Eric Payne. Hundreds of people lined the streets of the ...
Alcester Town Councillor has dramatic head shave (and raises more than £1000 for charity) - Bromsgrove Advertiser
Wed, 24 Apr 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Alcester Town Councillor has dramatic head shave (and raises more than £1000 for charity) Bromsgrove AdvertiserAFTER being diagnosed with cancer an Alcester Town Councillor has had a dramatic head shave - raising more than £1000 for charity.
Shop Doctor: in the surgery this month - Oversley Mill Services, Warwickshire - Forecourt Trader
Fri, 07 Jun 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Shop Doctor: in the surgery this month - Oversley Mill Services, Warwickshire Forecourt TraderLocation: On the A46 trunk road, just outside Alcester. Forecourt: The site's pole sign features the big BP logo, Spar, Costa Express and then the prices so far so ...
It's all happening in Redditch – loads of events in town and around to enjoy - Redditch Standard
Thu, 06 Jun 2019 17:17:31 GMT
It's all happening in Redditch – loads of events in town and around to enjoy Redditch StandardTHERE'S loads going on in Redditch this coming weekend. Here's just a taster: Friday, June 7: Beer Festival – Astwood Bank Cricket Club, 22 brews, gins and ...
Learn from the past for a peaceful future: Alcester marks Remembrance - Redditch Standard
Mon, 12 Nov 2018 08:00:00 GMT
Learn from the past for a peaceful future: Alcester marks Remembrance Redditch StandardBOTH old and young have been urged to come together and learn from the trauma of war to ensure peace reigns in the future. That was the message from Mike ...
Top physicist played vital role in country's nuclear fuel programme - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Fri, 08 Feb 2019 08:00:00 GMT
Top physicist played vital role in country's nuclear fuel programme Stratford upon Avon HeraldONE of the country's top nuclear physicists, who was born and raised in Alcester and educated at Alcester Grammar School, has died, aged 88, after a short ...
Delight as Alcester's Shrove Tuesday Pancake Races prove a flippin success - Redditch Standard
Wed, 06 Mar 2019 08:00:00 GMT
Delight as Alcester's Shrove Tuesday Pancake Races prove a flippin success Redditch StandardTHERE was flippin' good fun to be had in Alcester on Shrove Tuesday as the crowds came out to enjoy perhaps its best ever Pancake Day Races. More than 40 ...
Nominees wanted for Alcester Civic Awards - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Mon, 17 Sep 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Nominees wanted for Alcester Civic Awards Stratford upon Avon HeraldALCESTER residents are being invited to nominate for this year's Mayor's Civic Awards to be announced in November. The mayor will be presenting awards for ...
Former Alcester mayor Cllr Eric Payne dies - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Thu, 11 Oct 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Former Alcester mayor Cllr Eric Payne dies Stratford upon Avon HeraldTwo-time Alcester mayor and district councillor Eric Payne passed away this week following a short illness. Eric, who served the residents of Alcester Ward as a ...
Blues gold as Perry Foster and Trevor Steger play Alcester's Tuery Sessions - Redditch Standard
Thu, 11 Apr 2019 07:00:00 GMT
Blues gold as Perry Foster and Trevor Steger play Alcester's Tuery Sessions Redditch StandardTHE best of traditional and contemporary blues comes to The Cross Keys in Alcester this Sunday, April 14, for Jack Blackman's Tuery Sessions music night.
Cross of Nails continues its journey as Alcester pupils pass it to Coughton - Redditch Standard
Tue, 18 Sep 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Cross of Nails continues its journey as Alcester pupils pass it to Coughton Redditch StandardA SPECIAL ceremony was held recently in Alcester when six children from St Nicholas C of E Primary School in Alcester carried the Cross of Nails to St Nicholas ...
First round of Junior Cup fixtures completed - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Wed, 03 Apr 2019 07:00:00 GMT
First round of Junior Cup fixtures completed Stratford upon Avon HeraldTHE first round of matches in the Wildmoor Spa Tennis League's Junior Cup have been completed, with Alcester A, Chipping Campden A, Pershore and ...
Alcester mayor warns of accidents unless school road is gritted - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Tue, 16 Oct 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Alcester mayor warns of accidents unless school road is gritted Stratford upon Avon HeraldThe mayor of Alcester is urging the county council to grit the road outside two busy schools, warning that the situation is an accident waiting to happen.
Traveller group leaves Alcester site - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Thu, 22 Nov 2018 08:00:00 GMT
Traveller group leaves Alcester site Stratford upon Avon HeraldA group of travellers who set up camp in a school bus park in Alcester this morning have moved on. Around eight caravans and associated vehicles set up at the ...
Bad parking risks lives say fire crews - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Tue, 26 Feb 2019 08:00:00 GMT
Bad parking risks lives say fire crews Stratford upon Avon HeraldTHE problem of careless parking in Alcester came under the spotlight recently, when councillors joined a team from Warwickshire Fire and Rescue *Service* to ...
Firefighters tackle kitchen fire at Alcester home - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Mon, 25 Jun 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Firefighters tackle kitchen fire at Alcester home Stratford upon Avon HeraldFIREFIGHTERS with Warwickshire Fire and Rescue *Service* responded to a kitchen fire at a home in Alcester yesterday, Sunday. Two fire engines were ...
New charity shop aims to get Greig Hall open again - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Mon, 24 Dec 2018 08:00:00 GMT
New charity shop aims to get Greig Hall open again Stratford upon Avon HeraldTHE start of efforts to re-open Alcester's neglected Greig Memorial Hall have begun with the launch of a charity shop in the town to raise cash for the project.
Forgotten Elizabethan poet to be remembered in Alcester - Stratford upon Avon Herald
Mon, 09 Jul 2018 07:00:00 GMT
Forgotten Elizabethan poet to be remembered in Alcester Stratford upon Avon HeraldALCESTER is to host a new cultural festival to celebrate the life of one of its forefathers – Fulke Greville. The Fulke Greville Festival, which runs from 28th to 30th ...
FOOTBALL 23 rd Aug, 2018 AFC Solihull's late show stuns Alcester Town - Solihull Observer
Thu, 23 Aug 2018 07:00:00 GMT
FOOTBALL 23 rd Aug, 2018 AFC Solihull's late show stuns Alcester Town Solihull ObserverAFC SOLIHULL opened their Midland League Division Three campaign with a 3-2 victory over much-fancied Alcester Town. Alcester set the tempo early on ...
Alcester archery group Bowmen of Alcester on target for success - Redditch Advertiser
Sat, 15 Dec 2018 08:00:00 GMT
Alcester archery group Bowmen of Alcester on target for success Redditch AdvertiserAN archery group which puts an emphasis on social activities is going from strength to strength.