Chiming with the change of direction, which saw so many collections veering towards a Seventies vibe, suede overtook leather as the designer hide of choice for spring. At Chloe and Chanel, wide-collared jackets and shirts were worn over matching
I've just passed the 60km sign and I'm elated - only 30km to go and I know I've got the energy and strength to push towards the finish line. My legs are pumping away as I reach the two-thirds point of the cycling section, in the Ironman 70.3 competition
As the weather warms up, the grass will be growing - so you need to get rid of lumps, bumps and bald patches to ensure you have a carpet of green velvet in the months ahead. A good-looking, healthy lawn not only makes the whole garden look tidy
Just a few years ago, teenage science prodigy Jack Andraka was at an all-time low. Bullied at school for being gay and geeky, he began self-harming and having suicidal thoughts. But his love of science, his family and his incredible life-saving
From her note-perfect performances on the big screen to her stylish turns on the red carpet, everything about Dame Helen Mirren oozes confidence. It comes as a surprise then, to learn the 69-year-old, who picked up an Oscar for her portrayal of
Stuck in a wine rut? Do you u sually reach for a glass of dry white wine with a bowl of nuts, dips or olives on a summer's evening? Then it's time to change things up and consider a glass of ice-cold 'tan frio' fino or manzanilla sherry instead - don't
:: Should I be limiting my child's exposure to the sun? "Sunshine is as good for children as it is for adults, in term of general health benefits and Vitamin D," says Justine Hextall, consultant dermatologist and Fellow of the Royal College of
The latest reviews from Kevin Bryan. Josh Rouse, "The Embers of Time" (Yep Roc Records)- Gifted American expatriate Josh Rouse is still concocting sublimely beguiling albums from his adopted Spanish base in Valencia, and "The Embers of Time"
WORCESTERSHIRE Highways gritting crews have parked-up their vehicles for the final time this season, but not before clocking up the equivalent mileage of travelling more than three times around the world during the winter.Teams were officially stood down
ELECTORS in Kidderminster who have chosen to vote by post will be receiving two postal vote packs so they can vote in both of the elections and have their say on a local poll. One pack will enable them to vote in the General Election and Wyre Forest
A GROUP of travellers have set up camp on a Wyre Forest park. Around seven vans made their way on to the park off Borrington Road, in Kidderminster, yesterday afternoon (Thursday, April 17). The land is owned by Wyre Forest Community Housing
This month Nigel from The Pie Creator gave us a insight into his background as a fully trained chef and how he came to open his shop whilst demonstrating how to make a Gala Pie. There are a variety of interesting speakers arranged for the coming
Following the picture of myself with Dr Richard Taylor standing by the newly installed railings down to the river on Severnside North Bewdley in the Shuttle on March 26, I would just like to point out that the responsibility for maintaining the quay
A PGA coach who has introduced countless youngsters to golf through his links with Worcestershire and Black Country schools has been recognised with a top national award from England Golf.Gareth Snelgrove, from Hagley Golf Club, was presented with the
A WYRE Forest computing firm visited a Stourport school to spread to word about working in the IT industry.OGL Computer, which has office in both Stourport and Kidderminster, has been spreading the word at Stourport High School and Sixth Form looking
A NEWLY modernised main branch of the Post Office will open in Stourport in Midcounties Co-operative. The service, which will launch at 1pm on Monday, April 20, will be provided from six counter positions, including three new style open-plan counters
The Bewdley Rotary Club stepped up fundraising for a good cause when it handed over £600 for the Emily Jordan foundation. The money was raised through Rotary club members walked up three of the highest peaks in the Lake District. The foundation
A KIDDERMINSTER man died after falling from a ladder, an inquest heard. Keith Entwistle, 61, of Plover Grove, fell from a ladder on November 30, 2014, and sustained injury. His condition deteriorated and he was admitted into Worcestershire
The next talk is on April 20, 7.30pm at Elim Riverside Church, Dog Lane, when the subject is “The shaded garden.” by Duncan Coombs, a retired lecturer form Pershore College, who is reputed to be an entertaining speaker. He will be giving us ideas on
Sunday Morning Worship will by led by Rev Andrew - Mann starting at 10.45am. Thursday coffee is served in the Lecture Room 10-1145am. Later Ladies Craft Club 1.30-3.30pm. All enquiries phone Sue Green 01562 824000
ITS full steam ahead for Wyre Forest CAMRA’s three-day Kidderminster Beer Festival when it arrives at the Town Hall in May. This year’s Campaign for Real Ale’s (CAMRA) event’s featured beers will all have a Railway theme to celebrate the 50th anniversary
A MAN found dead in his car committed suicide, a court heard. John Cox, of Broome Lane, Kidderminster, was found dead in a motor vehicle at the rear of Broome Lodge Farm on February 2. He had attached a vacuum hose to the exhaust and fed it through
Services begin on Sunday with Communion at 9.45am. After a short break for coffee the Family Service follows at11am. The speaker is Andy Griffiths from Dudley. The Evening Service is at 6pm when the speaker will be a student from the Birmingham
The group will be holding its AGM on April 15, 7pm in the Education Centre of Kidderminster Hospital. Further information is available on the website www.wyreforesttakeheart.org.uk.
A MAN pleaded not guilty to harassing a woman at her home in Kidderminster. Trevor Dennis, of Broom Road, Dudley, is said to have attended the address and disconnected the victim's electricity, urinated against her wall, and sent several text messages
A STOURPORT woman died after a fall where she lived, an inquest has heard. Mavis Yates, 89, sustained an injury in an unwitnessed fall at Areley House, in Areley Lane, where she lived. She was taken to Worcestershire Royal Hospital for surgery
GARY Whild has warned Vanarama Conference leaders Barnet that Kidderminster Harriers won’t roll over and let the Bees clinch the title at Aggborough tomorrow. The Reds complete their home campaign with one of their most difficult games of
The church meets this Sunday at The Wyre Forest School site, Bewdley Road at 10.30am. Home groups meet on Wednesdays, one group at 2.15pm. and two others at 7.45pm. There are also midweek activities for young people. A warm welcome awaits you at any
HERE'S your morning news round up from across the North Worcestershire and the Black Country division. Staff at one of the last Kidderminster youth centres have been handed their redundancy notices as it prepares to close at the end of next month
HERE are a few stories featured on our sister paper websites from across the country. The Southern Daily Echo reports on how two men were just messing around during a drunken night out. Simon Gilby and Alan Turner were playfighting as the walked
TODAY most places will have a dry day. A fair amount of cloud is likely in the morning, with brighter weather developing durring the afternoon. Gentle easterly winds and highs of 13C across the Black Country and North Worcestershire. For
GOOD morning everyone, it's finally that time of the week, and to make your journey to work on the last working day of the week, we're here to get you to destination as quick as possible on this Friday morning. So, if you’re looking for a stress
BEWDLEY Safer Neighbourhood Team will be attending sites around the town offering free property marking and crime prevention advice. The team will be attending the following sites: Saturday, April 25 - 10am to 11am, Dog Lane Car Park. Saturday
WYRE Forest Phoenix Ladies suffered a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Droitwich Spa in the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Women’s County Cup final. A double for April Polden in a short space of time midway through the game saw battling Phoenix miss
SHUTTLE sports editor Peter McKinney looks ahead to Harriers' final home game of the season against Barnet, who could clinch the Vanarama Conference title tomorrow.
SHUTTLE sports editor Peter McKinney looks ahead to Harriers' final home game of the season against Barnet, who could clinch the Vanarama Conference title tomorrow.
