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  • Scrap metal plans welcomed by County Council
    Central Government plans to deter scrap thieves have been welcomed by Worcestershire County Council, which has had more than £100,000 worth of metal stolen during the last 12 months.
  • Give a Valentines Fruit Tree
    Have you had enough of giving the special person in your life the same old presents on Valentine's Day? Then this year why not buy them a Fruit Tree and help protect Worcestershire's dwindling orchards?
  • Handy course for dads-to-be
    Buttercup Children's Centre is offering future fathers in Worcester city a three-week lifeline in the form of their new 'Dads to be' course.
  • County Council helps put the cycling into recycling
    Malvern-based bike social enterprise Bricycles is putting the cycling in to recycling this year.
  • Are you fully aware of the wonders of Worcestershire’s countryside?
    We live in one of the most diverse and picturesque counties with a wealth of opportunities to get out and about and enjoy it. To enable residents to make the most out of it, Worcestershire County Council's Countryside Service Team with Grow with Wyre, are running a series of free one day courses highlighting the range of activities and opportunities out there.
  • Have your say on £250,000 improvement plans for Bewdley
    Bewdley residents and businesses are being asked to share their views on what things they'd like to see included in a £250,000 investment scheme to improve the area.
  • New Year, New Online You at Warndon Library
    Warndon Library is hosting a drop-in week where residents can learn more about the benefits of the internet in helping stay healthy.
  • How healthy are your eyes?
    Worcestershire residents over the age of 50 are being invited to come along and get their eyes checked with a free and simple sight check at County Hall this week. You may not be aware that more than 50% of sight loss in the UK is avoidable. On Thursday 26 January, Sight Concern will be carrying out free simple sight checks at County Hall. The free drop-in sessions are for anyone over the age of 50 and will take place between 9am and 5pm. Residents who would like to attend the session should follow signs for visitor parking at County Hall and then go to Reception, where staff will be able to help.
  • Take a 'Peyps' into the past
    During this February half-term, the historic Commandery museum has organised a one-week only event offering visitors the rare opportunity to 'meet' legendary diarist Samuel Pepys.
  • Lots going on at Stourport Library this February
    A series of events will be taking place at Worcestershire County Council's Stourport Library this February. The first follows the success of Jain McKay's, artist in residence introductory coffee morning. Jain will be holding another for budding artists, or anyone interested in art to find out about getting involved in the 5x5x5 project.
  • Calling all budding explorers
    Time is running out for budding explorers to sign up to Worcestershire County Council's Outdoor Education Service's winter mountain skills course taking place in the Scottish Western Highlands during February half-term. Enrolment for the course, led by a team of outdoor education professionals, is closing on 3rd February. The 4 day/5 night course will be tailored to suit the experience levels of the participants (and the weather!), but could include hill walking, mountaineering and easier grade winter climbing.
  • Physical Fun for Families
    Families from across Wychavon are being encouraged to come and join a fun filled afternoon.
  • Work to boost Bromsgrove High Street set to start
    Work to boost Bromsgrove High Street set to start The first step towards a new and improved High Street for Bromsgrove gets underway in February. Funded by Bromsgrove District Council and Worcestershire County Council, the Bromsgrove Regeneration Project aims to improve the vitality and economic prosperity of the town. A big part of the scheme is to re-design the High Street improving access for shoppers and providing a much needed boost for market traders and retailers.
  • Latest county economic data now available
    The Economic Summary was updated yesterday (Wednesday, January 18) with the latest unemployment data, published by Office for National Statistics.
  • Bargain advice from January sales event
    Finditinworcestershire members received valuable advice about encouraging and converting sales at the latest breakfast and networking meeting – all for free.
  • 'A Kushtie Place to Live' book launch.
    A book about Gypsy Roma traveller life written by children from this community is being launched at County Hall on Thursday January 26, 2012. Children from the 'T-Club have produced 'A Kushtie Place to Live' which will be sent to every primary school in the county. It came about after the children wanted to tell other children in the county all about their lives. This week (Thursday, January 26) children and families who contributed to this book from the Waterside Park in Worcester have been invited to take part in the book's launch in the council chamber. Each child will be presented with their own copy by head of Learning and Achievement, John Edwards.
  • Community Transport provides link to the shops
    Community Transport provides link to the shops A flexible transport scheme for residents living in the south of the Malvern Hills district who are unable to access mainstream public transport has been launched with support from Worcestershire County Council.
  • Young people chosen for final of Worcestershire's Young Poet Laureate
    Worcestershire County Council has announced the 15 finalists of its coveted Word Up competition – the search to find the county's second young poet laureate. The 2011 winner Laura Dedicoat has had a fantastic year and is now established as one of the region's best young poets.
  • Calling all Job Seekers..
    Job seekers from across Wychavon can now get some handy advice and tips at their local library to land them their next job
  • Don't get caught short for Blue Badge renewals
    Worcestershire County Council wants to urge Blue Badge holders not to leave it until the last minute to apply for a renewal.
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  • Narrow defeat for U18's
    Worcestershire's hopes of reaching the FA County Youth Cup Semi-Finals for the first time since the 1990/91 season were dashed when they suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat at the hands of Wiltshire FA at a windy Swindon Supermarine FC.
  • Win a FREE Set of Goalposts
    Just when you thought the festive season had ended, the WFA Development Team are giving Charter Standard Clubs the chance to win a set of inflatable i-goals.
  • YOUTH FOOTBALL REVIEW Your Feedback is required!
    As you are no doubt aware, over the last two years The FA has been undergoing research and consultation into youth football, discussing different changes to the game and listening to the views of grassroots coaches, clubs, leagues and children across the country.
  • Ernie honoured to receive award
    Ernie Pyke, one of the senior statesmen of Worcestershire football, has been honoured at a ceremony in London. He was presented with a replica of the 1948 Olympic Games Torch by HRH Princess Alexandra. Ernie has made a lifetime contribution to football in honorary capacities
  • Annual Long Service Awards 2011
    The Worcestershire FA held its Annual Long Service Awards Presentation Evening on 18th November 2011 at Worcestershire County Cricket Club.
  • WFA Plugs into the Social Network Pipeline
    As the business end of the festive season is now upon us the WFA have decided that this is the ideal time to launch their Facebook webpage.
  • Futsal Title Claimed by Young Guns
    Congratulations to Kidderminster Harriers FITC Under 18's, who triumphed in winning the WFA Men's County Futsal League 2011.
  • Proposed Cheltenham Town FC Youth Development Centre
    A County FA update on the newly proposed Cheltenham Town FC Youth Development Centre.
  • Under 18's Progress to Quarter-Finals
    Worcestershire overcame an early setback to advance to the Quarter-Final stages of the FA County Youth Cup by beating their hosts Sussex.
  • Your Game Website
    A useful website created by The FA to support grassroots football clubs with day-to-day tasks and assist their members.
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