[ad_1] A masked gang of robbers attacked a Post Office worker before stealing a large amount of cash, a computer and mobile phone. Police have issued an appeal for information. The robbery took place at the Post Office on Drakes Cross Parade, in Hollywood, Worcestershire, south of Birmingham, shortly before 7pm on Monday, December 30….
[ad_1] Just under two hours from Birmingham is an idyllic town in the Cotswolds that attracts thousands of royal family fans from across the country. A huge two-day celebration for the King’s Coronation is being held in Birmingham this weekend, which will include performances, entertainers and food stalls. There will also be big screens showing…
[ad_1] From the outside, it may seem like a corner shop post office, but step inside and customers are transported into a Bridgerton world of Georgian grandeur. Lord Morton’s Tea Rooms is an eccentric escape to a parlour of oil paintings and an absurdly glamorous toilet. Not far from Junction 5 of the M5 for…
[ad_1] For most of us, getting a pet involves taking in a dog, cat or maybe a rabbit. But not for Aaron Phoenix who opted for a more gruesome choice when picking an animal to share his home. Not for him a cuddly Tiddles, loyal and loving Rover or a cute Flopsy, he decided to…
[ad_1] This Sunday, distance runner Jenny Nesbitt from Worcester will compete in front of thousands of spectators at Alexander Stadium. However, it was only 10 years ago this month that the 27-year-old was hospitalised with a rare disease – and left unable to walk. Jenny has been selected to represent Team Wales in the 1,500m…
[ad_1] From The Queen to crazy animal antics, Malvern’s Royal Three Counties show marks its centenary As the Royal Three Counties Show in Malvern marks its 100th anniversary, we have a bumper crop of photos from its most treasured and bizarre moments. Among those are visits by the Queen and a young Princess Anne to…
[ad_1] Redditch hospital had grand opening 35 years ago by its royal namesake and other famous faces have followed Royalty, prime minister and celebrities have graced the wards of Redditch’s Alexandra Hospital following its grand official opening 35 years ago; although the hospital opened its doors to patients in 1985. It was on April 2,…
[ad_1] The West Midlands has plenty of iconic landmarks, from the BT Tower to the Bullring. Some of us see these recognisable spots almost every day but many of them have fascinating stories you may not be aware of. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up some of the hidden stories behind some of the…
[ad_1] Up to 6,000 loss-making post offices nationwide face being sold or axed as part of “secret plans”, a Midland post-mistress has claimed. Campaigners also claim bosses want to transform the scandal-hit Post Office service into a John Lewis-style ‘mutual’ company run by staff. Ex-postmistress Sally Stringer, who ran a post office on the Worcestershire…
[ad_1] Royal Mail is currently advertising for hundreds of jobs across the country. The roles available in and around Birmingham include delivery drivers, vehicle technicians and cleaners. While the positions are certainly not always easy, with a lot of physical exercise involved in some cases, they are certainly rewarding, allowing employees to play an essential…