Droitwich3 days agoStories 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.3 days ago4 days agoRik Mayall Festival back to show off hometown loveA string of comedians are descending on the late comic performer's home town.4 days ago5 days agoStudent 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.5 days ago7 days agoHundreds enjoy an outdoor swim as temperatures riseMore than 1,000 people were expected to visit a sold-out Droitwich Lido on Monday.7 days ago23 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 202614 Apr 2026Concern over homeless tents at beauty spotTents have appeared at woodlands in Droitwich alongside piles of rubbish, locals say.14 Apr 2026...