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HydroShunter launched at Kidderminster as UK’s first hydrogen-powered shunting locomotive enters the market Date: 26 February 2026
Vanguard Sustainable Transport Solutions and the Severn Valley Railway today (Thursday 26 February) marked a major milestone in railway decarbonisation with the official launch to market of the UK’s first hydrogen-powered railway shunting locomotive, unveiled at the...
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HydroShunter launched at Kidderminster as UK’s first hydrogen-powered shunting locomotive enters the market Date: 26 February 2026
Vanguard Sustainable Transport Solutions and the Severn Valley Railway today (Thursday 26 February) marked a major milestone in railway decarbonisation with the official launch to market of the UK’s first hydrogen-powered railway shunting locomotive, unveiled at the...
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Worcester’s New Play Spaces Praised by Child Development Expert Ahead of National Playday
An expert in early childhood studies has praised recent work in Worcester to provide high quality play opportunities for children and young people. Dr Emma Laurence, lecturer at the University of Worcester in the Department for Children and Families and a specialist...
Indulge in some retail therapy at the Severn Valley Railway’s Art and Craft Fayre
Over the weekend of 23 and 24 August, the Severn Valley Railway’s ever-popular Art and Craft Fayre will offer a feast of unique and original objects and produce at The Engine House near Highley station. Around 40 exhibitors will be taking part, and the event will be a...
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Former Student all Set for Huge Cycling Challenge in Memory of his Daughters.
A former student has just completed his final preparation session at the University of Worcester ahead of a 200-mile cycle challenge across some of the UKs most challenging terrains. 55-year-old Tony Frobisher already counts the London Marathon, a cycle from Land’s...
University Event Raises Awareness of the Importance of Plants in our World
Residents in Worcester can find out all about the important role that plants play in our lives thanks to a free interactive event organised by University of Worcester scientists. Academics and research students will deliver a day of activities, informative talks,...
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BREAKING: London, Essex and other areas moving to Tier 2 Covid alert level
Millions of Londoners will face tougher Tier 2 Covid measures from Saturday, with a ban on households mixing indoors, the health secretary has said. Essex and other areas will also move to high-alert restrictions this weekend, Matt Hancock said. Under Tier 2,...
Refreshed Small Business Guidance
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) Small Business Guide has been revamped for 2020 to help organisations ensure they have key cyber defences in place. The re-launched Small Business Guide sets out five key areas for businesses to help improve their cyber...
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ONS data shows biggest ever fall in economy for 2020
Data released over the weekend by the Office for National Statistics revealed that the UK economy shrank by almost 10% in 2020, more than twice as much as the previous record annual fall. As expected due to the restrictions placed on businesses for ¾ of the year where...
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ONS data shows biggest ever fall in economy for 2020
Data released over the weekend by the Office for National Statistics revealed that the UK economy shrank by almost 10% in 2020, more than twice as much as the previous record annual fall. As expected due to the restrictions placed on businesses for ¾ of the year where...
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Former Newspaper Offices to be Transformed into State-of-the-Art Teaching Facility
Plans have been submitted to transform a well-known Worcester building into state-of-the-art teaching facilities for health students. The University of Worcester has submitted a planning application to develop the former Worcester News building, known as Berrows...
Well-loved café asking Worcestershire residents to support local business this winter in an effort to increase trade in the area
The independent coffee shop, which serves a range of Artisan coffees and speciality teas, closed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and are happy to be getting back to work again. The team are now hoping that they’ll be able to attract the attention of locals...
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Help your business at the next FREE Sustainability Forum
With tightening legislation, increasing scrutiny and consumer awareness of the negative impacts of waste materials, our next Business Energy Efficiency Programme (BEEP) Sustainability Forum is focused on waste. The Sustainability Forum is a series of free events aimed...
Herefordshire charity joins forces with local racecourse
The ELY Memorial Fund Charity are very excited with the prospects of working with Hereford Racecourse for 2020, as part of a sponsored package. ELY offers payment towards funeral costs for families in Herefordshire if they lose a son or daughter between the ages of 17...
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RWC in Worcester Takes A Leap Forward: Welcoming Four New Coaches To Ignite Micro Business Success!
Real World Consultancy (RWC) a Worcestershire-based pioneering business coaching company known for its commitment to fostering business growth and overcoming obstacles for micro and small businesses, is thrilled to announce a great leap forward by recently welcoming...
Herefordshire High Sheriff Visits Gwen Walford Care Home
Herefordshire High Sheriff Visits Gwen Walford Care Home In a demonstration of commitment to local communities and the wellbeing of residents in Herefordshire, Robert Robinson, the esteemed Herefordshire High Sheriff, paid a special visit to Gwen Walford Nursing Home...
Thursfields Solicitors announces the appointment of Scott Vanes as Associate Director, specialising in Private Client Matters.
Thursfields has recently appointed Scott Vanes as Associate Director leading their Wealth Preservation team, operating from their Worcester office. Scott specialises in Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Wealth Preservation matters and is also an Associate member...
NEW SPONSORSHIP FOR LEDBURY RFC WILL BOOST COMMUNITY SPORT AND SUPPORT.
Ledbury-based high tech coatings application company Cleftbridge Limited has agreed a financial deal with Ledbury Rugby Football Club for the next three years, as a lead sponsorship partner. The money will help to support a grassroots rugby club that celebrates its...
SILVER CHARITY DONATIONS
1ST OF A DOZEN CHARITIES RECEIVES GENEROUS DONATION FROM HEREFORDSHIRE BUSINESS Discover Parks in North Herefordshire has presented ‘Kellys Heroes’ with its first donation of 2024 as it celebrates its Silver year of success at Pearl Lake in Shobdon. Park owners Glenn...
Treasurer needed for Relate Severn and Wye – could it be you?
Relate Severn and Wye need an additional Trustee to be their Treasurer to help support clients and develop their services in Herefordshire, Gloucestershire and Worcestershire, especially following the impact of the pandemic! What will you be doing? Do you empathise...
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