Detailed designs for the modernisation and refurbishment of Astwood Crematorium are to be drawn up, if councillors back the scheme. An initial study carried out earlier this year has ruled out the possibilities of building a new crematorium elsewhere and it is instead likely that the current facility will be upgraded and extended. If councillors ba...
Privately rented self-contained flats in converted houses in Worcester are set to be checked to ensure they meet safety standards, including adequate heating and fire safety measures. Housing officers from Worcester City Council are working in five areas of the city to find privately rented homes that have been split into separate flats – know as H...
Preparations are well underway for this year's Worcester Show which will include a whole host of musical entertainment. The Show takes place at Pitchcroft on Sunday August 13 between 10am and 5pm will include a packed line-up of live music, market stalls, fun fair rides, a dog show, sports demos, free activities and plenty of food and drink. Headin...
Worcester businesses that consistently maintain high food standards are being recognised as part of a new scheme launched for cafes, restaurants and take-aways that consistently show the highest hygiene levels. The Triple 5 scheme celebrates eateries that gain the top level 5 Food Hygiene Rating and maintain it for at least three inspections ...
The Mayor of Worcester, Cllr Louis Stephen is to welcome guests to the Guildhall to mark Windrush Day later this week. At 11am on Thursday (June 22), the Mayor will give a short speech on the steps of the Guildhall which will be followed by reflections and stories from members of the Worcester Afro Caribbean Association. The group will then be invi...
The Mayor of Worcester, Cllr Louis Stephen, was joined by military personnel and veterans yesterday (19 June) to observe the raising of the Armed Forces Day Flag over the Guildhall to mark the start of Armed Forces Week. Cllr Stephen said: "We are flying the flag over the Guildhall as a gesture of appreciation for all those who put themselves in th...
Visitors can now enjoy Worcester's beautiful riverside park more than ever, thanks to colourful new information signs installed at its main entrances. Sixteen new totem-style signs are being put in place to welcome visitors to the Green Flag-winning park. The new signage includes maps, information on walking and cycling routes, stories from the ric...
Worcester people will be supported to make more journeys by walking and cycling under a new plan to be considered by city councillors. Proposed initiatives to give more people the opportunity to take up 'active travel' will include launching a bike share scheme for residents and visitors, working with schools to encourage more pupils and students t...
Worcester's roadside verges and green spaces are becoming a riot of colour again this year as Worcester City Council continues to expand its wildflower initiative. The City Council declared a biodiversity emergency three years ago, recognising that action needed to be taken immediately to stop the decline of native species. Since then it has been l...
People looking to make a difference by volunteering are invited to a special event showcasing opportunities available with local charities and organisations. Worcester Volunteer Expo 2023 has been organised jointly by Worcester City Council and Worcester Community Action and will run from 10am to 2pm on Friday June 9 at the Guildhall. Around 40 org...