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21 February 2022
Hawks return to Worcester early to crack down on Gulls
The hawks that were released in Worcester last year to deter gulls from the city centre are returning earlier this year as extra funding has been provided to tackle the issue.The Harris' hawk will appear around the city from the end of February until May to discourage the birds from nesting when ...
14 February 2022
Grants for beleaguered city centre traders
Worcester City Council is offering financial support to traders in a city centre street that has been badly affected by repair works to an at-risk building which led, at one stage, to the road being closed.Grants of between £1,200 and £2,700 are being made available to businesses in the lower par...
11 February 2022
Member of “Cricket Dynasty” launches Worcester as QGC “Champion City”
Brett D'Oliveira, Worcestershire County Cricket Club Captain, will help to plant a series of Jubilee trees to restore an Edwardian Avenue at Worcester Racecourse on Friday 11th February, in celebration of Worcester becoming a QGC "Champion City". Brett – who is part of the city's "cricket dynasty...
07 February 2022
Public asked how often Worcester City elections should take place
Worcester City Council is asking the public how often they think elections should take place.City Council elections are currently held three years out of every four, with a third of its councillors elected each year. Worcestershire County Council's election is normally held in the "off" yea...
04 February 2022
First chance to see inside Worcester’s revamped Arches
Local artists and creatives are being offered the chance to get an early preview of the five refurbished spaces which are about to open as part of the £4.5 million project, The Arches – Worcester.Open days will be held on February 9 and 14 at the newly fitted-out Victorian railway arches between ...