http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/ Droitwich Advertiser /news/local/ en-gb Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:31:03 +0100 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:31:03 +0100 http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/rssterms/ M6 nvincent@newsquest.co.uk (Nigel Vincent) webmaster@digitalmedia.newsquest.co.uk (Tim Joy) http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/resources/images/725153/?type=rsslogo http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/ http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4461784.Rising_to_the_occasion_with_Xtra/?ref=rss Who says the dressing-up box is out of bounds for adults? Forget fairy princess and think oversized corsages, fancy frocks and head-turning fascinators to fulfil your event dress codes. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:30:00 +0100 5a53e7c2a42f28f05d3ece70ed34a1d9 http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4473516.Droitwich_daredevils_charity_skydive/?ref=rss FOUR daredevils from a Droitwich Spa firm are preparing to leap from the skies in a bid to raise funds for St Richard’s Hospice. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:48:07 +0100 6bff8a6e2199e8a9539e08e35452be73 http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4461617.Xtra_s_exclusive_chat_with_Joan_Collins/?ref=rss In an exclusive interview, Hollywood royalty Joan Collins opens up to Xtra about her rollercoaster career, why she doesn't envy Angelina Jolie and her reasons for sending her diva status up in a new tongue-in-cheek film, Banksy's Coming For Dinner. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:00:00 +0100 e6ce53c2e030d1297674e20fc2d41f35 http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4461674.Xtra_looks_at_six_of_the_best_green_gadgets/?ref=rss If you've ever misplaced your mobile phone, you'll be aware of the panic and sheer sense of loss at not being able to access this limb-like device even for the shortest amount of time. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:00:00 +0100 903cf4cae38fd20fc2946c05c50603d5 http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4471291.Spa_volunteers_bid_for_Women_of_Year_title/?ref=rss TWO caring Spa women have been put forward for Worcestershire Women of the Year honours for their voluntary work. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:19:30 +0100 ac100af9a3dd7080f24b0efb7dfa8033 http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4468825.Vandals_smash_park_mural_decorated_by_children/?ref=rss VANDALS smashed through a park wall that has recenly been decorated with a mural by town youngsters. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:31:08 +0100 e4d411e3682cd5aa8f23235f4edf8efa http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4468172.Making_the_pennies_count/?ref=rss SPA schoolgirl Sammy Spencer will again raise funds for charity by making a massive line of pennies. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:38:55 +0100 e939150a175a21010c690be48b0cf3da http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4467889.Family_feud_over___127_notice_pay/?ref=rss A Droitwich carer’s compensation claims against her great aunt ended in acrimony at a Birmingham employment tribunal as the young, pregnant woman was awarded £127 notice pay. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:42:40 +0100 382b02f4b60e029c7dbf299af44d8e57 http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4466734.Calls_to_support_town_traders/?ref=rss A CAMPAIGN has been launched to encourage Spa people to support town businesses. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:10:00 +0100 20cb513a109cb22779d14225276ae650 http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4466724.Brine_Baths_future_still_unresolved/?ref=rss THE future of Droitwich Spa’s historical Brine Bath complex is no nearer being resolved. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:54:36 +0100 247db14cc7fc2aa69b2e1d0e31361bd5 http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4466670.Myths_and_legends_inspire_Spa_students/?ref=rss STUDENTS from Droitwich Spa High School have been given the chance to show off their creative sides at Forge Mill Needle Museum in Redditch. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:36:33 +0100 bae9d82a883a7651a96e38f96eed0657 http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4464458.Man_hit_by_train_was_inches_from_death/?ref=rss A MAN came within inches of death as he was hit by a train travelling at 100mph near Droitwich Spa. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:15:27 +0100 6c0e496f89050e6260945041d3d78abf http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4464430.Stay_safe_at_home/?ref=rss A DROITWICH children's centre in will host a special free course next week to help families stay safe in their homes. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:04:01 +0100 ab5eb078e0ccb2baa1a4bf9b6e623ad6 http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4463628.Town_to_celebrate_US_links/?ref=rss DROITWICH Spa is set to celebrate its historic link to American by holding Independence Day events in the town. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:01:33 +0100 eaddd439c3c6615c253153476c68bf1b http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4462931.Man_hit_by_speeding_train/?ref=rss A man had to be taken to hospital in Worcester after being hit by a train travelling at 100mph. Sun, 28 Jun 2009 09:00:35 +0100 47d5174187c72c29d26d5437f8bd5f52 http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4462963.Man_hit_by_train/?ref=rss A MAN was taken to hospital after being hit by a train near Droitwich. Sun, 28 Jun 2009 11:13:01 +0100 ed2804d648ae98758eaf11b901a44fe2 http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4451244.How_to_be_a_happy_glamper_with_Xtra/?ref=rss Indulge in bubble baths and mirror-gazing while you can. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:30:00 +0100 325d303f0d0b8f6d7841874060dab91a http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4461691.Talented_trio_progress/?ref=rss A TALENTED trio from Droitwich Spa have made it through to the next stage of a national music competition. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:10:50 +0100 2be90b14c295a46fe5dd06137a2bbb6e http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4461016.Your_latest_Limited_Edition_magazine___OUT_NOW/?ref=rss The Summer issue of our Limited edition magazine is out now and bristling with lifestyle features. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:12:14 +0100 1270245475152841bce986910b658add http://www.droitwichadvertiser.co.uk/news/local/4460699.Tributes_to_Michael_Jackson___plus_video_reports/?ref=rss Tributes have flooded in from across the UK for pop legend Michael Jackson who died last night. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:41:50 +0100 15c9f3b2ab7cbb138c762c4153404016