Droitwich2 days agoFirms see trade boost from comedy festivalPub landlord Dave Owen says the Rik Mayall Comedy Festival has put Droitwich on the map.2 days ago30 May 2026Stories to make you smile from across the West MidlandsFrom a runaway tortoise to paintings made by rats, these are some of the week's uplifting stories.30 May 202629 May 2026Rik Mayall Festival back to show off hometown loveA string of comedians are descending on the late comic performer's home town.29 May 202628 May 2026Student sells art created by rats to fund degreeElla Woodland can sell the tiny paw-traits created by her eight pet rats for up to £50 online.28 May 202625 May 2026Hundreds enjoy an outdoor swim as temperatures riseMore than 1,000 people were expected to visit a sold-out Droitwich Lido on Monday.25 May 202623 May 2026Arrest after man suffers facial injuries in assaultA 28-year-old man arrested over the incident remains in police custody.23 May 202618 May 2026New mum nearly dies from sepsis days after birthTeacher survives life-threatening infection as partner fears raising two children alone after birth.18 May 202611 May 2026Chairman resigns over 'sad' lido row Leader of Wychavon District Council says he is "genuinely saddened" by the chairman's decision.11 May 20266 May 2026Man faces deportation after cannabis farm raidedFestim Ahmetaj was caught growing cannabis and being in breach of a deportation order.6 May 2026...
