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Today is Bring Your Dog to Work Day, encouraging bosses to let employees bring their pets to the office. Should dogs be ...
21/06/2024

Today is Bring Your Dog to Work Day, encouraging bosses to let employees bring their pets to the office. Should dogs be allowed at work? What about in restaurants or even cinemas?

West Mercia Police & Crime Commissioner John Campion confirmed last week that Kyle Gordon had dropped out because of a “...
21/06/2024

West Mercia Police & Crime Commissioner John Campion confirmed last week that Kyle Gordon had dropped out because of a “change in circumstances”.

Federation chiefs express frustration after Kyle Gordon blamed a "change in circumstances".

The Worcester-based Royal Lifesaving Society has been running sessions teaching children how to stay safe around water. ...
21/06/2024

The Worcester-based Royal Lifesaving Society has been running sessions teaching children how to stay safe around water. Tammy Gooding joined one on the banks of the Severn and met Matt Croxall from the RLSS, listen here 👇

The Royal Lifesaving Society have been teaching children in Worcester about water safety.

Umar Dawood taught children in the Redditch area and also volunteered at a children's charity
20/06/2024

Umar Dawood taught children in the Redditch area and also volunteered at a children's charity

Umar Dawood admitted several charges at Worcester Crown Court where he was jailed for three years.

The owners of a pub have renamed their venue during Euro 2024 to honour Herefordshire's Jarrod Bowen 🍻
20/06/2024

The owners of a pub have renamed their venue during Euro 2024 to honour Herefordshire's Jarrod Bowen 🍻

Landlady Tanith says the West Ham United and England winger is "loved and cherished" by Essex fans.

Inspectors noted pupils with special educational needs (SEND) were "exceptionally supported"More here 👇
20/06/2024

Inspectors noted pupils with special educational needs (SEND) were "exceptionally supported"
More here 👇

The school is also praised for a wide range of extracurricular activities, which include canoeing.

Wendy Francis was called "one in a million" in a tribute given by family days after her death
20/06/2024

Wendy Francis was called "one in a million" in a tribute given by family days after her death

Damian Homer, 50, is remanded in custody and faces a mandatory life sentence.

Today is the longest day, with sun setting after 9:30pm across Herefordshire and Worcestershire
20/06/2024

Today is the longest day, with sun setting after 9:30pm across Herefordshire and Worcestershire

Photos shared by the BBC's Weather Watchers show the region's beauty on the longest day of the year.

The ban would have seen inflatables prohibited from council owned land in areas such as Kidderminster, Stourport-on-Seve...
20/06/2024

The ban would have seen inflatables prohibited from council owned land in areas such as Kidderminster, Stourport-on-Severn and Bewdley.
More here 👇

Wyre Forest District Council earlier announced the ban on inflatables due to insurance issues.

Will you be watching the England game this evening?Mid-morning is live from Jarrod Bowen’s home turf. With an early kick...
20/06/2024

Will you be watching the England game this evening?
Mid-morning is live from Jarrod Bowen’s home turf. With an early kick-off for the England game this evening, we want to hear how you’ll be watching the football. Will you be leaving work early? Will you try to "pull a sickie"?

20/06/2024

This sounds like an epic road trip! 🛣️🚐🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿➡️🇩🇪
👀 If you spot Jarrod Bowen's dad's campervan, give him a wave! 😁👋

Well done Sarah 👏👏👏
20/06/2024

Well done Sarah 👏👏👏

Sarah Hanson, of St Barnabas CE Primary, says it is a "massive honour" to be named a winner.

Welcome to the longest day, were you up early enough to see the sun rise? 🌞
20/06/2024

Welcome to the longest day, were you up early enough to see the sun rise? 🌞

What is the summer solstice, when is it this year - and does it mean good weather?

Meet Kevin Ebsworth from Malvern, a veteran of the Falklands Conflict, who has been awarded an MBE for his services to A...
19/06/2024

Meet Kevin Ebsworth from Malvern, a veteran of the Falklands Conflict, who has been awarded an MBE for his services to Armed Forces Veterans and to charity in Herefordshire
Listen here: https://bbc.in/3VLPpvN

19/06/2024

Chesney Hawkes has written a new England song for Jude Bellingham (and he’s also a big Jarrod Bowen fan) 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿⚽️🥅

He enticed victims to send photos and videos by offering money to spend on clothes or food.Full story here ⬇️
19/06/2024

He enticed victims to send photos and videos by offering money to spend on clothes or food.
Full story here ⬇️

Brett Allford, 42, from Adelaide, asked for explicit images from eight children from Redditch.

The ban means the inflatables will be prohibited from council owned land in areas such as Kidderminster, Stourport-on-Se...
19/06/2024

The ban means the inflatables will be prohibited from council owned land in areas such as Kidderminster, Stourport-on-Severn and Bewdley
More here 👇

A bouncy castle business owner says the ban will impact his firm, staff and the community.

Drug dealing charges against former Redditch United manager Matt Clarke are set to be droppedMore here 👇
19/06/2024

Drug dealing charges against former Redditch United manager Matt Clarke are set to be dropped
More here 👇

Matt Clarke stepped down from his role at Redditch United in April but maintained his innocence.

Have you flown from Birmingham Airport recently, what was your experience?
19/06/2024

Have you flown from Birmingham Airport recently, what was your experience?

The workers will explain rules to passengers about how much liquid they can carry in cabin bags.

The Worcester Cathedral Peregrine Falcon family 😍The final scheduled pop-up viewing session will be tomorrow, Thursday 2...
19/06/2024

The Worcester Cathedral Peregrine Falcon family 😍
The final scheduled pop-up viewing session will be tomorrow, Thursday 20 June, between 5:30 and 7:30pm.
Photos: Paul Williams/Worcester Cathedral

From the NHS to your local bus. Political parties have ruled out raising our taxes ahead of the general election, but wo...
19/06/2024

From the NHS to your local bus. Political parties have ruled out raising our taxes ahead of the general election, but would you be prepared to pay more for better services?

A giant bottle bank in the shape of a whale is on display as part of a campaign for cleaner oceans
19/06/2024

A giant bottle bank in the shape of a whale is on display as part of a campaign for cleaner oceans

The bottle bank in Redditch will encourage shoppers to recycle their single-use plastic bottles.

Ellie Walker says fewer than 3 per cent of parking spaces in the city are designated for disabled drivers.More here👇
19/06/2024

Ellie Walker says fewer than 3 per cent of parking spaces in the city are designated for disabled drivers.

More here👇

Herefordshire council said blue badge holders had the right to use any of its available spaces.

Which boyband made you swoon?!Simon Cowell is holding nationwide auditions later this summer to find the UK's next boyba...
19/06/2024

Which boyband made you swoon?!

Simon Cowell is holding nationwide auditions later this summer to find the UK's next boyband megastars!

It comes 14 years after the launch of his last sensation, One Direction, which was formed on the X Factor in 2010.

Amanda Richards tells Nick Owen how their family have lost thousands of pounds, trying to get tickets to the Paris Olymp...
18/06/2024

Amanda Richards tells Nick Owen how their family have lost thousands of pounds, trying to get tickets to the Paris Olympics, to see their son go for gold.
Listen here 👇

Hear from the family of Worcestershire's Matt Richards, who have lost thousands.

"It's an amazing feeling - to be doing it so young is massive," said the Worcestershire-based rider.More here 👇
18/06/2024

"It's an amazing feeling - to be doing it so young is massive," said the Worcestershire-based rider.
More here 👇

Teenage jockey Billy Loughnane wins on 80-1 outsider Rashabar while Rosallion lands the St James's Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot.

Ellie Walker avoids driving into Hereford because she feels there's not enough disabled parkingListen to her story here:...
18/06/2024

Ellie Walker avoids driving into Hereford because she feels there's not enough disabled parking
Listen to her story here: https://bbc.in/4cnv19J

The 175 e-bikes and 50 pedal cycles will all be available to hire from a network of 53 baysMore here 👇
18/06/2024

The 175 e-bikes and 50 pedal cycles will all be available to hire from a network of 53 bays
More here 👇

The council hopes the bike share scheme will help cut traffic congestion and improve air quality.

18/06/2024

An on-air tribute to Nick Owen after his MBE award in the King's Birthday Honours left the BBC Midlands Today presenter in tears - after a message from his son was read out.
https://bbc.in/4c9Xnob

Demolition work has started on the Blackfriars End at Hereford FC's Edgar Street stadiumMore here: https://bbc.in/3z54gZ...
18/06/2024

Demolition work has started on the Blackfriars End at Hereford FC's Edgar Street stadium
More here: https://bbc.in/3z54gZf

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Find out what the The Royal Three Counties Show was like on BBC Sounds 👉 https://bbc.in/4c8dEdd

Malvern-based chef and influencer Suki Panta (Suki's curries and spices ) her Punjabi Chicken Curry recipe and discussed the important issue to her in this election. Suki's curry recipe is below! 👇 If you have a story you would like us to investigate, please fill out this form 👉 https://bbc.in/4eyN5zq =================== SUKI'S RECIPE: Ingredients 1. Chicken Masala spice-mix Ingredients list and direction in ‘Method’ 2. 500 gm chicken breast, medium pieces 3. 1 tsp ginger garlic paste 4. 2-3 tbsp neutral oil 5. 1 bay leaf 6. 1 inch ginger, peeled and crushed 7. 4-5 cloves of garlic, chopped finely 8. 2 medium white onions, chopped finely 9. 2-3 tomatoes, chopped finely or grated 10. 1 green chilli, chopped (optional) 11. 1/4 tsp pepper powder 12. 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 13. 1 tsp Chaat Masala 14. 1 tbsp Greek yogurt 15. Salt as per taste 16. ½ tsp Garam Masala 17. Juice of 1 lemon 18. Few coriander leaves, chopped Method 1. For chicken Masala spice-mix: Take 1 tsp coriander seeds, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1/4 tsp fennel seeds, 2-3 green cardamom pods, 1 inch cinnamon stick, 2 cloves, 1/2 tsp black peppercorns, 1 brown cardamom, 1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves, 1 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder and a pinch of nutmeg. In a nonstick pan and dry roast, the whole spices for a few mins, on medium heat. Once cooled, grind into a powder. Add ½ tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder and ¼ tsp nutmeg to it. Keep in an airtight jar. 2. For chicken marination: Marinate chicken in ginger garlic paste, turmeric powder, pepper powder and 1 tbsp lemon juice and keep refrigerated for minimum 30 mins. 3. For the sauce: 1. Add oil in a nonstick pan on medium heat and once hot, add bay leaf. 2. Add chopped onions and fry until deep brown in colour which can take up to 15 mins on medium heat. 3. Add chopped garlic cloves and ginger mince and fry for a min. Add a tsp of water to prevent any burning. 4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 6-7 mins, until you see oil

We were live in Hereford. Listen back to the candidates for the Hereford and South Herefordshire County Constituency on BBC Sounds https://bbc.in/45vBehJ

Meet the legendary woman behind Hereford's post-box toppers...

“Hey Jude, we’re all England fans, it’s been a long time, please make it better."

Hey Jude (Bellingham)
Hey Jude (Bellingham)

Chesney Hawkes has written a new England song for Jude Bellingham (and he’s also a big Jarrod Bowen fan) 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿⚽️🥅 #Leominster #Herefordshire #HeyJude

Bowen road trip
Bowen road trip

This sounds like an epic road trip! 🛣️🚐🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿➡️🇩🇪 👀 If you spot Jarrod Bowen's dad's campervan, give him a wave! 😁👋

Nick's MBE tears
Nick's MBE tears

An on-air tribute to Nick Owen after his MBE award in the King's Birthday Honours left the BBC Midlands Today presenter in tears - after a message from his son was read out. https://bbc.in/4c9Xnob

If you haven't already, you'll need to register to vote first by 23:59 tonight (Tuesday 18 June) More here: https://bbc.in/3xtBoJG

Royal Three Counties Show
Royal Three Counties Show

😍🤩😍 What a weekend Three Counties #Malvern 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 🎧 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0hzk8jl?

Bowen road trip
Bowen road trip

This sounds like an epic road trip! 🛣️🚐🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿➡️🇩🇪 👀 If you spot @_JarrodBowen's dad's campervan, give him a wave! 😁👋

Honour for Nick
Honour for Nick

BBC Midlands Today presenter Nick Owen has been awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours List for his services to charity and broadcasting.

Mid-morning were out again... this time at the Three Counties! What really matters to you in this general election? What is the one issue that will influence your vote? What’s happening in your life that potential MPs need to know about? We want to hear from you! 👉 https://bbc.in/3VDVPwW

Petrolheads will embark on a pilgrimage to the renowned Shelsley Walsh hillclimb in June 2024, thanks to local talent Max Cooper and his world-touring creation. Find out which stars might be attending the event this weekend on BBC Sounds. https://bbc.in/3VFIHr5

What really matters to you in this general election? What is the one issue that will influence your vote? What’s happening in your life that potential MPs need to know about? Click here to tell us 👉 https://bbc.in/3z1lCGw

Two homes were severely damaged and had their roofs destroyed in a serious fire in Kidderminster on Sunday. Police and fire crews said they were called to Eddy Road at about 21:30 BST. Read more here: https://bbc.in/3VkQd9o

Find out how "Worcester Woman" is doing in 2024... Read more on the BBC News website https://bbc.in/4c87nhg

New rules are in place for cat owners. Hear more on Monday's breakfast show from 6am.

REDDITCH PRIDE
REDDITCH PRIDE

🤩🤩🤩 Redditch Pride #pridemonth 🎧 Summer Saturday with Andrew Easton #worcestershire #redditch Vintage Trax GlastonBeoley Music Festival Reimagine Redditch Redditch BID 😍 🎧 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0hyc2br?

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