kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-23--UFO sightings over Kidderminster revealed in secret government files

DOZENS of reports of UFO sightings in the county have been revealed after previously confidential government files were published .
The files show 21 reports of unidentified flying objects made from people across Worcestershire between 1997 and 2009 .
Several reports were made in Worcester involving teddy bear-shaped objects , moon-sized balloons and red and yellow stars .
A sighting was reported in Worcester in August 1997 where a UFO `` the size of an aircraft '' travelled across the sky at huge speed .
In 1998 , reports were made of extremely bright , oval-shaped objects slowly moving across @ @ @ @ @ @ @ round , white , erratic objects in Kidderminster .
A black teddy bear-shaped object moving rapidly through the sky was also reported in Bewdley , Hereford and Worcester .
Very bright round objects and shooting stars moving slowly then rapidly were reported in the early hours in Worcester in 1999 and 2001 .
On New Year 's Eve 2001 , a star-shaped object `` pulsated and then vanished '' in Malvern .
A `` big , round , bright star '' coloured yellow and red moved upwards in Worcester according to one report @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a helium-type balloon the `` size of a moon '' with blue and red lights was reported to have moved across the sky in Worcester .
Seven to eight spherical objects moved in a straight line across the sky in Droitwich .
A report of several noiseless lights flying `` rapidly '' in a V-shape before splitting up and vanishing leaving no visible trail was made in Malvern in 2009 and the final report to be documented in the files shows a `` strong '' orange craft hovering across the skies in Evesham @ @ @ @ @ @ @ full list of the reports made between 1997 and 2009 .
The description comes from the original report .
Five lights were seen in the sky .
They then formed into two dashes .
One moved off , and then they all disappeared .
January 20 , 8am .
One large , cigar shaped object with four individual red/green lights .
Very bright .
Was moving very slowly and moving from left to right .
March 19 , 9.50am .
One object , the size of the North Star .
Round and orange @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Was stationary and then there was steady movement .
May 4 , 10pm .
One large , cigar shaped object .
There were three lights at the front of the shape .
White in colour and very bright .
Moved up and across and was slow moving .
July 19 , 9.30pm .
One square shaped object .
It had lots of lights .
Fifty or possibly more .
They were very bright .
The object flashed on and off .
July 27 , 12.30am .
One oval shaped object , which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It was slowly moving across the sky .
February 21 , 2.20am .
One , round , white object that had the brightness of a star .
It was erratic when it moved .
September 19 , 10.45pm .
One , black teddy bear shaped object .
Was moving very fast through the sky .
Sounded like a helicopter engine .
August 31 , 4pm .
One round object , very bright .
Was yellow with a red flash .
May 16 , 12.15am .
One shooting star , very bright .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ fast .
May 31 , 3am .
One object , the shape of a star .
Triangular red lights .
There were also yellow and blue rays .
Was hovering .
Pulsated and then vanished .
December 31 , 9pm .
One big , round , bright star - object that was coloured yellow and red .
Moved upwards .
April 15 , 9.50pm .
One light was seen .
Erratic movement and stationary .
July 15 , 12.30am .
A helium type balloon , size of a moon , with flashing blue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the line of the A38 over the area south of Worcester .
August 27 , 11pm .
There were seven to eight spherical objects .
They were moving in a straight line in an Easterly direction .
October 6 , 9.44pm .
Something that looked like a helicopter spotlight was 500/600ft high in the sky .
Looked like there was a fire beneath the craft .
There was no engine noise at all .
It was moving about 60-80 miles per hour .
( Message taken November 20 ) .
A V-shaped formation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lights .
Moved rapidly across the sky rotated slightly then the lights split up and vanished .
Lights were size and brightness of stars .
No noise and no visible trails in sky .
January 5 , 7pm .
A red fire ball travelling at extreme speed .
It made no sound .
Heading from Coventry to Leominster .
March 17 , 9.02pm .
The Ministry of Defence stopped taking UFO reports after December 2009 stating `` in more than fifty years , no sighting reported to the department has indicated the existence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''

The files show 21 reports of unidentified flying objects made from people across Worcestershire between 1997 and 2009.
Several reports were made in Worcester involving teddy bear-shaped objects, moon-sized balloons and red and yellow stars.
A sighting was reported in Worcester in August 1997 where a UFO "the size of an aircraft" travelled across the sky at huge speed.
In 1998, reports were made of extremely bright, oval-shaped objects slowly moving across the sky in Evesham as well as round, white, erratic objects in Kidderminster.
A black teddy bear-shaped object moving rapidly through the sky was also reported in Bewdley, Hereford and Worcester. Very bright round objects and shooting stars moving slowly then rapidly were reported in the early hours in Worcester in 1999 and 2001.
On New Year's Eve 2001, a star-shaped object "pulsated and then vanished" in Malvern.
A "big, round, bright star" coloured yellow and red moved upwards in Worcester according to one report in April 2002.
In 2003, a helium-type balloon the "size of a moon" with blue and red lights was reported to have moved across the sky in Worcester. Seven to eight spherical objects moved in a straight line across the sky in Droitwich.
A report of several noiseless lights flying "rapidly" in a V-shape before splitting up and vanishing leaving no visible trail was made in Malvern in 2009 and the final report to be documented in the files shows a "strong" orange craft hovering across the skies in Evesham in October 2009.
Here are a full list of the reports made between 1997 and 2009. The description comes from the original report.
1997
Rock near Kidderminster
Five lights were seen in the sky. They then formed into two dashes. One moved off, and then they all disappeared. January 20, 8am.
Kidderminster
One large, cigar shaped object with four individual red/green lights. Very bright. Was moving very slowly and moving from left to right. March 19, 9.50am.
Worcester
One object, the size of the North Star. Round and orange and yellow in colour. Quite bright. Was stationary and then there was steady movement. May 4, 10pm.
Redditch
One large, cigar shaped object. There were three lights at the front of the shape. White in colour and very bright. Moved up and across and was slow moving. July 19, 9.30pm.
Shelsley Beauchamp
One square shaped object. It had lots of lights. Fifty or possibly more. They were very bright. The object flashed on and off. July 27, 12.30am.
Worcester
A UFO. Similar to a conventional aircraft. Travelling Northwards at huge speed. August 1, 10.24pm.
1998
Evesham
One oval shaped object, which was extremely bright with a dark blodge. It was slowly moving across the sky. February 21, 2.20am.
Kidderminster
One, round, white object that had the brightness of a star. It was erratic when it moved. September 19, 10.45pm.
Bewdley/Hereford/Worcester
One, black teddy bear shaped object. Was moving very fast through the sky. Sounded like a helicopter engine. August 31, 4pm.
1999
Near Ambury
One oval spotlight. February 11, 7.50pm.
Worcester
One round object, very bright. Was yellow with a red flash. May 16, 12.15am.
2001
Worcester
One shooting star, very bright. The movements were slow and then very fast. May 31, 3am.
Malvern
One object, the shape of a star. Triangular red lights. There were also yellow and blue rays. Was hovering. Pulsated and then vanished. December 31, 9pm.
2002
Worcester
One big, round, bright star - object that was coloured yellow and red. Moved upwards. April 15, 9.50pm.
2003
Malvern
One light was seen. Erratic movement and stationary. July 15, 12.30am.
Worcester
A helium type balloon, size of a moon, with flashing blue and red lights, moving north along the line of the A38 over the area south of Worcester. August 27, 11pm.
2007
Droitwich
There were seven to eight spherical objects. They were moving in a straight line in an Easterly direction. October 6, 9.44pm.
2008
Redditch
Something that looked like a helicopter spotlight was 500/600ft high in the sky. Looked like there was a fire beneath the craft. There was no engine noise at all. It was moving about 60-80 miles per hour. (Message taken November 20).
2009
Malvern
A V-shaped formation similar to how birds fly of seven lights. Moved rapidly across the sky rotated slightly then the lights split up and vanished. Lights were size and brightness of stars. No noise and no visible trails in sky. January 5, 7pm.
Bromsgrove
A red fire ball travelling at extreme speed. It made no sound. Heading from Coventry to Leominster. March 17, 9.02pm.
Evesham
Airborne craft with non-conform lighting, steady strong orange. October 28, 5.50pm.
The Ministry of Defence stopped taking UFO reports after December 2009 stating "in more than fifty years, no sighting reported to the department has indicated the existence of any military threat to the UK."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-23--Bewdley Scouts need funds to refurbish dilapidated hut before winter

A SCOUT group needs to raise at least £3,000 to get its hut in Bewdley in a useable condition before winter .
The 20th Wyre Forest Bewdley Scouts group managed to secure a coronavirus grant from the government to make a start on urgent repairs to its dilapidated hut in Spencer Avenue , but discovered more problems which mean the building remains out of use .
Beaver group leader Lance Jinks said : `` We pretty much need a full refurb .
We took over the hut three years ago and it needed work doing to it back then , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be able to do it .
`` Luckily we had a Covid grant from the government so we managed to use that to start the work but every time we seem to fix one thing , we come across something else .
`` For instance , we went to paint the ceiling and the plaster fell off .
We got an electrician in to put new wiring in for the kitchen to be moved into another room and all the plaster fell off the wall .
`` All the walls have to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re-done .
`` The toilets need a complete refurb and then it will all need to be painted . ''
All Scouting activities have been held outdoors since the coronavirus lockdown was eased due to social distancing rules , however as other groups start to move their sessions back indoors , the Bewdley Scouts are urgently trying to raise the funds needed to fix the hut before winter .
Lance said : `` Most of the Scout groups are moving back indoors in October because it 's getting dark so it will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at that time of night , but we 're stuck for a venue because the hut is n't in any condition to use .
`` We 've had some cracking support from electricians and builders already - one donated a full alarm system which cost £1,000 and they put it all in for free .
`` We just need a bit more funding to be able to get the hut ready for our children to use . ''
The group , which includes Scouts , Beavers and Cubs , is aiming to raise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ donate , visit gofundme.com/f/bewdleyscouts .

The 20th Wyre Forest Bewdley Scouts group managed to secure a coronavirus grant from the government to make a start on urgent repairs to its dilapidated hut in Spencer Avenue, but discovered more problems which mean the building remains out of use.
Beaver group leader Lance Jinks said: "We pretty much need a full refurb. We took over the hut three years ago and it needed work doing to it back then, but we never had the funding to be able to do it.
"Luckily we had a Covid grant from the government so we managed to use that to start the work but every time we seem to fix one thing, we come across something else.
"For instance, we went to paint the ceiling and the plaster fell off. We got an electrician in to put new wiring in for the kitchen to be moved into another room and all the plaster fell off the wall.
"All the walls have to be re-plastered and the electrics need to be re-done.
"The toilets need a complete refurb and then it will all need to be painted."
All Scouting activities have been held outdoors since the coronavirus lockdown was eased due to social distancing rules, however as other groups start to move their sessions back indoors, the Bewdley Scouts are urgently trying to raise the funds needed to fix the hut before winter.
Lance said: "Most of the Scout groups are moving back indoors in October because it's getting dark so it will be unsafe to have all the children outside at that time of night, but we're stuck for a venue because the hut isn't in any condition to use.
"We've had some cracking support from electricians and builders already - one donated a full alarm system which cost £1,000 and they put it all in for free.
"We just need a bit more funding to be able to get the hut ready for our children to use."
The group, which includes Scouts, Beavers and Cubs, is aiming to raise at least £3,000 towards repairs. To donate, visit gofundme.com/f/bewdleyscouts.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-23--New country market is launching in Kidderminster

A COUNTRY market selling local and sustainable produce is set to launch in Kidderminster next month .
The new Kidderminster Country Market has been set up by a group of local home producers and craftspeople , who have come together to hold their first event at Youth House in Bromsgrove Street on Saturday , October 3 .
The market will be open between 10.30am and 12.30pm , selling a selection of cakes , jams , honeys , pre-prepared food including some vegetarian and vegan options , as well as fresh produce , plants and crafts .
Kidderminster Country Market manager @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s great to bring a country market to Kidderminster which essentially has always been a thriving market town .
`` We are starting small but with enough local support we hope to quickly grow and then we ’ ll be able to expand what ’ s on offer and also include more veg , vegan and gluten free options . ''
Kidderminster Country Market will be partnering with the local Repair Cafe so that visitors can drop off their repairs at Youth House and browse the market stalls at the same time .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Market on Facebook or call 07729 786040 or 07806 301328 .

The new Kidderminster Country Market has been set up by a group of local home producers and craftspeople, who have come together to hold their first event at Youth House in Bromsgrove Street on Saturday, October 3.
The market will be open between 10.30am and 12.30pm, selling a selection of cakes, jams, honeys, pre-prepared food including some vegetarian and vegan options, as well as fresh produce, plants and crafts.
Kidderminster Country Market manager Kate Spohrer said: "It’s great to bring a country market to Kidderminster which essentially has always been a thriving market town.
"We are starting small but with enough local support we hope to quickly grow and then we’ll be able to expand what’s on offer and also include more veg, vegan and gluten free options."
Kidderminster Country Market will be partnering with the local Repair Cafe so that visitors can drop off their repairs at Youth House and browse the market stalls at the same time.
For more information, search Kidderminster Country Market on Facebook or call 07729 786040 or 07806 301328.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-23--McDonald's, KFC and Burger King share update on rules diners must follow

Fast-food chains McDonald 's , KFC and Burger King have shared an update on the health and safety rules that diners must follow .
It comes amid a surge in cases of coronavirus across the UK , with stricter laws introduced by the governments of all four devolved nations to stop the virus from spreading .
We 've put together a reminder of the rules from the three chains .
A statement on McDonald 's website reads : `` Putting the safety and well-being of our teams and customers first is our priority.Drive-thru lanes , Takeaway , McDelivery and Eat-in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ may still be a little different , but our priority is making sure we ’ re looking out for you , our teams and our partners .
`` To help create a safe experience for everyone , we have enhanced our high standards of cleanliness even further and introduced a number of additional measures and changes to our restaurants . ''
• Reduced Menu : McDonald 's are serving a reduced menu and some restaurants are still running reduced hours until they are back up and running fully .
• Fewer Staff : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ each shift , and have introduced new measures including additional screens in kitchens and service areas to provide a safer environment and help diners and staff adhere to social distancing .
• Hygeine : Staff will be washing our hands at least every 30 minutes , with sanitiser provided for teams , delivery partners and customers .
• Social distancing : McDonald 's say they will be asking diners to respect social distancing guidelines , using the floor markings in our restaurants that signpost the separate customer and delivery partner routes .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wear a face covering when moving around the restaurant and takeaway customers wear one at all times .
• Face coverings for staff : The chain have provided staff with additional protective equipment including face coverings .
The company say they will also be checking the temperature of staff everyday with contactless thermometers .
• Diners : McDonald 's have urged customers not to enter their restaurants if they are feeling unwell .
An update on Burger King 's website states : `` Safety is Burger King ’ s number one priority , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re-open a number of procedures have been put in place to safeguard the health of both Burger King employees and customers , following detailed operational testing .
`` Updated procedures include additional PPE such as masks and gloves for staff , stringent cleaning measures , contactless delivery options via Deliveroo and Just Eat and all Burger King staff comprehensively trained on the Government ’ s social distancing measures – including how to run kitchens hygienically , whilst abiding by them .
`` We were sanitising before it was cool .
We ’ ve @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 30 minutes .
`` Firing on fewer cylinders .
Reduced staffing and menu to ensure social distancing is managed .
`` Delivering like santa .
Contactless option available wherever we deliver .
`` Checking our temp instead of the weather .
[ We 're ] testing staff temperatures before each shift . ''
Details posted on KFC 's website state : `` We ’ ve introduced new safety measures , including hand sanitiser and capacity limits .
`` We ’ ve installed new Perspex screens throughout many of our restaurant dining areas too @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of our guests to be sensible and help us keep each other safe .
And don ’ t forget that mobile ordering is now available in many of our restaurants , so you can place an order and pay through our app using your own device if you ’ d prefer .
`` Other than that , it ’ ll be the same KFC you know and love . ''

It comes amid a surge in cases of coronavirus across the UK, with stricter laws introduced by the governments of all four devolved nations to stop the virus from spreading.
We've put together a reminder of the rules from the three chains.
McDonald's
A statement on McDonald's website reads: "Putting the safety and well-being of our teams and customers first is our priority.Drive-thru lanes, Takeaway, McDelivery and Eat-in are back in most restaurants. Things may still be a little different, but our priority is making sure we’re looking out for you, our teams and our partners.
"To help create a safe experience for everyone, we have enhanced our high standards of cleanliness even further and introduced a number of additional measures and changes to our restaurants."
The measures include:
Reduced Menu: McDonald's are serving a reduced menu and some restaurants are still running reduced hours until they are back up and running fully.
McDonald's are serving a reduced menu and some restaurants are still running reduced hours until they are back up and running fully. Fewer Staff: The chain have fewer people working on each shift, and have introduced new measures including additional screens in kitchens and service areas to provide a safer environment and help diners and staff adhere to social distancing.
The chain have fewer people working on each shift, and have introduced new measures including additional screens in kitchens and service areas to provide a safer environment and help diners and staff adhere to social distancing. Hygeine: Staff will be washing our hands at least every 30 minutes, with sanitiser provided for teams, delivery partners and customers.
Staff will be washing our hands at least every 30 minutes, with sanitiser provided for teams, delivery partners and customers. Social distancing: McDonald's say they will be asking diners to respect social distancing guidelines, using the floor markings in our restaurants that signpost the separate customer and delivery partner routes. The company have also asked that eat-in customers wear a face covering when moving around the restaurant and takeaway customers wear one at all times.
McDonald's say they will be asking diners to respect social distancing guidelines, using the floor markings in our restaurants that signpost the separate customer and delivery partner routes. The company have also asked that eat-in customers wear a face covering when moving around the restaurant and takeaway customers wear one at all times. Face coverings for staff: The chain have provided staff with additional protective equipment including face coverings. The company say they will also be checking the temperature of staff everyday with contactless thermometers.
The chain have provided staff with additional protective equipment including face coverings. The company say they will also be checking the temperature of staff everyday with contactless thermometers. Diners: McDonald's have urged customers not to enter their restaurants if they are feeling unwell.
Burger King
An update on Burger King's website states: "Safety is Burger King’s number one priority, and to enable restaurants to continue to re-open a number of procedures have been put in place to safeguard the health of both Burger King employees and customers, following detailed operational testing.
"Updated procedures include additional PPE such as masks and gloves for staff, stringent cleaning measures, contactless delivery options via Deliveroo and Just Eat and all Burger King staff comprehensively trained on the Government’s social distancing measures – including how to run kitchens hygienically, whilst abiding by them.
"We were sanitising before it was cool. We’ve increased hand washing and sanitising to every 30 minutes.
"Firing on fewer cylinders. Reduced staffing and menu to ensure social distancing is managed.
"Delivering like santa. Contactless option available wherever we deliver.
"Checking our temp instead of the weather. [We're] testing staff temperatures before each shift."
KFC
Details posted on KFC's website state: "We’ve introduced new safety measures, including hand sanitiser and capacity limits.
"We’ve installed new Perspex screens throughout many of our restaurant dining areas too.
"We’re asking all of our guests to be sensible and help us keep each other safe. And don’t forget that mobile ordering is now available in many of our restaurants, so you can place an order and pay through our app using your own device if you’d prefer.
"Other than that, it’ll be the same KFC you know and love."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-23--Apple iOS 14 update: How to customise your iPhone home screen

Tech giant Apple have unveiled a 'cool ' new feature which allows iPhone users to customise their home screen .
It comes after the launch of the new iOS 14 operating system , which was released across the UK and around the world on September 16. iOS14 , the latest operating software , adds a new level of customisation and personalisation that allows Apple users to really make their iPhone their own , with widgets , themes and custom app icons .
We 've put together everything you need to know about iOS 14 - and how to get the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ latest update .
How to download the iOS 14 update To update your iPhone to the latest iOS 14 operating system , you need to make sure that your phone is plugged into a charger and that it ’ s connected to the internet with wifi .
Then go to Settings > General > Software Update .
From there , tap download and install .
Alternatively , you can choose to ‘ Install Tonight ’ , which will update your device overnight whilst you sleep , as long as your phone is charging @ @ @ @ @ @ @ asks you to temporarily remove some apps from your phone - this is because the update needs more space in order to download .
You can choose to either continue , or cancel the update at this point .
If you choose to continue , after the update , the iOS will reinstall the apps that were removed .
You should make a backup of your device using the iCloud or your computer before updating to ensure nothing important is lost .
What is the 'cool ' new feature on iOS14 ?
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 14 are extensive .
One of the biggest updates is the introduction of widgets , which have been redesigned and can be placed on the home screen .
You can choose between small , medium or large widgets to best suit the design of your phone .
Incoming phone and FaceTime calls appear as a banner at the top of the screen , Siri has a new compact design , and picture in picture allows you to watch a video or take a FaceTime call whilst using another app .
You can choose @ @ @ @ @ @ @ threads pinned at the top of the list , direct message an individual in a group conversation and customise group photos .
There are 11 new hairstyles and 19 new pieces of headwear styles to customise your Memoji , with new Memoji stickers , six added age options and face covering options .
You can read the full list of features that come along with iOS 14 on the Apple website .
How to customise your home screen The latest iOS update has allowed Apple users a chance to really inject their personality @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have run wild with it , showing off their home screens on social media .
But with so much customisation at your fingertips , it can be intimidating knowing where to start .
If you ’ re looking to give your iPhone home screen a revamp , these are some of the best tips and tricks to get you started .
With the introduction of home screen widgets , you can choose between first or third party widgets that are included with apps you download from the App Store .
There were a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ widget apps at the time of the launch of iOS , with one of the most popular ones being an app called Widgetsmith .
The Widgetsmith app allows you to access a range of customisation options , and a number of useful functions , such as a calendar , weather icon and clock .
There are a range of font choices you can choose from to best suit your style .
While the ability to create custom home screen icons from iOS apps isn ’ t exactly new ( Apple introduced this feature @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a few years ago ) , many users are discovering this feature for the first time .
You ’ re not actually creating custom app icons - you ’ re creating a new shortcut that triggers the launch of an app , using a custom image for that shortcut .
The process to do this is fairly simple - open the Shortcuts app , tap ‘ new shortcut ’ and choose the app that you want to customise .
From there , you can choose the name of the app and an image @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from a range of preloaded icons , or choose from your gallery .
The issue with this workaround is that because this is a shortcut and not the app itself , you won ’ t get any notification badges on your customised icon .
One of the Apple widget types in iOS 14 is called a Smart Stack , which intelligently stacks multiple widgets together based on factors like the time of day , and Siri intelligence .
You can pick a prebuilt Smart Stack from the widget picker , or customise your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ select different widgets and stack them on top of each other , and swipe between them .
You can do this by simply adding one widget to your home screen , then go back to the Widget gallery and then choose another and drag it on top of the first widget to create a stack .
Wallpapers , of course , are not a new feature .
However , customising your wallpaper can easily upgrade the look of your phone .
You can set a custom wallpaper by opening photos , tapping on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then selecting the share button .
From there , scroll down and select ‘ use as wallpaper ’ .
You can adjust the picture to your liking by zooming in , pinching and swiping .
Once you ’ re happy , tap ‘ set ’ and then choose whether you want it to be your lock screen , home screen or both .
Which devices are compatible with iOS 14 ?
Apple has said that iOS 14 is compatible with devices from the iPhone 6s and later , which is the same compatibility @ @ @ @

It comes after the launch of the new iOS 14 operating system, which was released across the UK and around the world on September 16.
What is iOS 14?
iOS14, the latest operating software, adds a new level of customisation and personalisation that allows Apple users to really make their iPhone their own, with widgets, themes and custom app icons.
We've put together everything you need to know about iOS 14 - and how to get the best level of customisation out of the latest update.
How to download the iOS 14 update
To update your iPhone to the latest iOS 14 operating system, you need to make sure that your phone is plugged into a charger and that it’s connected to the internet with wifi.
Then go to Settings > General > Software Update. From there, tap download and install.
Alternatively, you can choose to ‘Install Tonight’, which will update your device overnight whilst you sleep, as long as your phone is charging.
You might receive a message that asks you to temporarily remove some apps from your phone - this is because the update needs more space in order to download. You can choose to either continue, or cancel the update at this point.
If you choose to continue, after the update, the iOS will reinstall the apps that were removed.
You should make a backup of your device using the iCloud or your computer before updating to ensure nothing important is lost.
What is the 'cool' new feature on iOS14?
The new features that come along with iOS 14 are extensive.
One of the biggest updates is the introduction of widgets, which have been redesigned and can be placed on the home screen.
You can choose between small, medium or large widgets to best suit the design of your phone.
Incoming phone and FaceTime calls appear as a banner at the top of the screen, Siri has a new compact design, and picture in picture allows you to watch a video or take a FaceTime call whilst using another app.
You can choose up to nine of your favourite message threads pinned at the top of the list, direct message an individual in a group conversation and customise group photos.
There are 11 new hairstyles and 19 new pieces of headwear styles to customise your Memoji, with new Memoji stickers, six added age options and face covering options.
You can read the full list of features that come along with iOS 14 on the Apple website.
How to customise your home screen
The latest iOS update has allowed Apple users a chance to really inject their personality into their device - and iPhone users have run wild with it, showing off their home screens on social media.
But with so much customisation at your fingertips, it can be intimidating knowing where to start.
If you’re looking to give your iPhone home screen a revamp, these are some of the best tips and tricks to get you started.
Widgets
With the introduction of home screen widgets, you can choose between first or third party widgets that are included with apps you download from the App Store.
There were a number of developers ready to release their widget apps at the time of the launch of iOS, with one of the most popular ones being an app called Widgetsmith.
The Widgetsmith app allows you to access a range of customisation options, and a number of useful functions, such as a calendar, weather icon and clock. There are a range of font choices you can choose from to best suit your style.
Custom app icons
While the ability to create custom home screen icons from iOS apps isn’t exactly new (Apple introduced this feature when it first introduced the Shortcuts app a few years ago), many users are discovering this feature for the first time.
You’re not actually creating custom app icons - you’re creating a new shortcut that triggers the launch of an app, using a custom image for that shortcut.
The process to do this is fairly simple - open the Shortcuts app, tap ‘new shortcut’ and choose the app that you want to customise.
From there, you can choose the name of the app and an image for the app. You can choose from a range of preloaded icons, or choose from your gallery.
The issue with this workaround is that because this is a shortcut and not the app itself, you won’t get any notification badges on your customised icon.
Smart Stacks
One of the Apple widget types in iOS 14 is called a Smart Stack, which intelligently stacks multiple widgets together based on factors like the time of day, and Siri intelligence.
You can pick a prebuilt Smart Stack from the widget picker, or customise your own. This means that you can select different widgets and stack them on top of each other, and swipe between them.
You can do this by simply adding one widget to your home screen, then go back to the Widget gallery and then choose another and drag it on top of the first widget to create a stack.
Wallpapers
Wallpapers, of course, are not a new feature. However, customising your wallpaper can easily upgrade the look of your phone.
You can set a custom wallpaper by opening photos, tapping on the photo you wish to use and then selecting the share button.
From there, scroll down and select ‘use as wallpaper’. You can adjust the picture to your liking by zooming in, pinching and swiping.
Once you’re happy, tap ‘set’ and then choose whether you want it to be your lock screen, home screen or both.
Which devices are compatible with iOS 14?
Apple has said that iOS 14 is compatible with devices from the iPhone 6s and later, which is the same compatibility as iOS 13.
Here is full list:


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-23--Spiders: 8 ways to keep them out of your house this autumn

Spider season is here - and the creepy crawlies are set to head indoors as temperatures outside drop .
Every autumn , spiders head indoors to mate , and avoid the coming cold weather .
And although they pose no danger to you or your family ( whatever you ’ ve read , even the much-maligned false widow spider presents little threat , and will only bite if provoked ) no one really likes them creeping around .
As the old adage goes , they ’ re more scared of you than you are of them – but that might @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s some tips from the PA News Agency on to keep eight-legged insects out of your home this spider season : Spiders thrive on the damp and the dark – the little nooks and crannies they find in dirty corners and cluttered floors .
If you vacuum and dust regularly , store items in boxes that have lids , and generally keep floors and surfaces clear , spiders will be much less inclined to risk venturing inside .
Spiders are small and sneaky , but they still can ’ t get in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sealant to close up the little crevices that surround so many doors and windows .
A watertight home keeps out creepy-crawlies , and has the added bonus of squishing your heating bill .
Sounds weird , we know , but hear us out .
Spiders ‘ taste ’ with their legs , and if their legs taste something they don ’ t like – in this case , citrus – they ’ ll be out the door as fast as their eight legs can carry them .
One strategy is to rub citrus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ although we ’ re not totally sure what the neighbours would think if they spotted you absent-mindedly massaging your door frame with an orange peel .
A lot of people take a confrontational approach when dealing with spiders ( i.e .
splat ) , but it might be better for the ecosystem and your conscience to redistribute them somewhere other than your home .
Spider vacuums will suck up spiders into a long tube to be released at your leisure , without you having to get within striking distance .
Spiders are attracted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while spiders ’ prey ( flies , moths etc ) are attracted to light bulbs and lamps .
Sidestep both by keeping your blinds open , and flooding your home with natural light .
Spiders hate vinegar just as much as they hate citrus , so vinegar-based cleaning products often send them scurrying back the way they came .
The only drawback : you might think it smells awful too .
Tidy anything outside your home that spiders might hide in , and use as a bridge to your interior .
Think leaves @ @ @ @ @ @ @ heaps , and even bins .
We might think they ’ re cute and cuddly , but in the urban ecosystem , cats are apex predators that kill on sight .
Just as good at munching spiders as they are mice , cats are all-purpose pest control , though some are more energetic than others .
Rather drastic as a standalone measure , it ’ s probably wise to only get a cat if you also happen to want one .

Every autumn, spiders head indoors to mate, and avoid the coming cold weather. And although they pose no danger to you or your family (whatever you’ve read, even the much-maligned false widow spider presents little threat, and will only bite if provoked) no one really likes them creeping around.
As the old adage goes, they’re more scared of you than you are of them – but that might still leave you pretty scared.
Here’s some tips from the PA News Agency on to keep eight-legged insects out of your home this spider season:
1. Keep things clean
Spiders thrive on the damp and the dark – the little nooks and crannies they find in dirty corners and cluttered floors.
If you vacuum and dust regularly, store items in boxes that have lids, and generally keep floors and surfaces clear, spiders will be much less inclined to risk venturing inside.
2. Seal your windows and doors
Spiders are small and sneaky, but they still can’t get in through solid walls.
Use a DIY sealant to close up the little crevices that surround so many doors and windows.
A watertight home keeps out creepy-crawlies, and has the added bonus of squishing your heating bill.
3. Eat more oranges
Sounds weird, we know, but hear us out.
Spiders ‘taste’ with their legs, and if their legs taste something they don’t like – in this case, citrus – they’ll be out the door as fast as their eight legs can carry them.
One strategy is to rub citrus on your door and window frames, although we’re not totally sure what the neighbours would think if they spotted you absent-mindedly massaging your door frame with an orange peel.
4. Get a humane spider catcher
A lot of people take a confrontational approach when dealing with spiders (i.e. splat), but it might be better for the ecosystem and your conscience to redistribute them somewhere other than your home.
Spider vacuums will suck up spiders into a long tube to be released at your leisure, without you having to get within striking distance.
5. Let natural light in
Spiders are attracted to the dark and the dank, while spiders’ prey (flies, moths etc) are attracted to light bulbs and lamps.
Sidestep both by keeping your blinds open, and flooding your home with natural light.
6. Use a vinegar-based deterrent
Spiders hate vinegar just as much as they hate citrus, so vinegar-based cleaning products often send them scurrying back the way they came.
The only drawback: you might think it smells awful too.
7. Clean up your exterior
Tidy anything outside your home that spiders might hide in, and use as a bridge to your interior. Think leaves, woodpiles, climbing plants, compost heaps, and even bins.
8. Get a cat
We might think they’re cute and cuddly, but in the urban ecosystem, cats are apex predators that kill on sight.
Just as good at munching spiders as they are mice, cats are all-purpose pest control, though some are more energetic than others. Rather drastic as a standalone measure, it’s probably wise to only get a cat if you also happen to want one.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-23--Covid-19 rules: How to stay safe at the gym or spa

GYMS and spas have been open since July and the latest set of coronavirus guidelines have raised questions about how they will be affected .
Here are some of the rules surrounding gyms and spas .
Do I have to wear a mask ?
It is not mandatory to wear a mask at the gym , according to government guidelines .
However , it is worth checking with your local gym to see if they have any specific requirements .
You may be asked to wear a mask at a spa or other protective clothing in areas where it ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ What are some of the measures in place at the gym to keep me safe ?
Equipment at the gym may be more spaced out to allow for social distancing .
The number of people using facilities at one time will be limited – timed booking systems may be introduced .
Class sizes will be reduced , enhanced cleaning will be implemented , and hand sanitiser will be provided .
Customers at gyms and spas are being asked to avoid using changing rooms and shower at home wherever possible .
What kind of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
There are a host of treatments that are now allowed to take place at spas .
These include facials , eyebrow waxing , eyelash tinting , bikini-waxing , body massages , pedicures , and manicures .
What facilities will I be able to use at a spa ?
Gyms are allowed to reopen as well as indoor swimming pools .
The government says that saunas and steam rooms should remain closed for the time being .
Jacuzzis , whirlpools , and hydrotherapy pools can also reopen with social distancing in place .

Here are some of the rules surrounding gyms and spas.
Do I have to wear a mask?
It is not mandatory to wear a mask at the gym, according to government guidelines. However, it is worth checking with your local gym to see if they have any specific requirements.
You may be asked to wear a mask at a spa or other protective clothing in areas where it’s difficult to avoid other guests.
What are some of the measures in place at the gym to keep me safe?
Equipment at the gym may be more spaced out to allow for social distancing. The number of people using facilities at one time will be limited – timed booking systems may be introduced. Class sizes will be reduced, enhanced cleaning will be implemented, and hand sanitiser will be provided.
Customers at gyms and spas are being asked to avoid using changing rooms and shower at home wherever possible.
What kind of treatments can I book at a spa?
There are a host of treatments that are now allowed to take place at spas. These include facials, eyebrow waxing, eyelash tinting, bikini-waxing, body massages, pedicures, and manicures.
What facilities will I be able to use at a spa?
Gyms are allowed to reopen as well as indoor swimming pools. The government says that saunas and steam rooms should remain closed for the time being.
Jacuzzis, whirlpools, and hydrotherapy pools can also reopen with social distancing in place.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-23--Plans unveiled for flats at old Kidderminster carpet factory

A DERELICT carpet factory in Kidderminster could be turned into flats as part of major new plans submitted to Wyre Forest District Council .
Kidderminster builder Rob Whitehouse is the developer behind the proposal to bring the former Carpet Manufacturing Company site in Park Lane back into use as 22 two-bedroom apartments .
Known as the Rock Works , the building dates back to the 1880s but has fallen into a state of disrepair since the carpet factory closed down .
The derelict factory building has been empty for more than 20 years Mr Whitehouse , who bought the site @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been the target of several acts of vandalism over the years , including 14 break-ins and a fire .
Speaking to The Shuttle , Mr Whitehouse said : `` This is something I ’ ve wanted to do for years but we ’ ve had a lot of planning obstacles to cross .
People are desperate to see something done with this building .
It ’ s derelict and has been struck by vandals several times over the years .
`` There is a need for new homes in Kidderminster and this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ use , rather than it being knocked down . ''
The plans would see the building extended upwards to create a fourth storey , while maintaining the sawtooth factory roof .
Some of the apartments would have balconies .
John Shakeshaft , from Baustudio Architects in Bewdley , said : `` We want to maintain the character of the building as much as possible .
`` The top floor would be built back from the front of the building to maintain the sawtooth factory roof , and we 'll carve out the middle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with a garden . ''
A separate planning application is being submitted to close off the steps to Hill Street , which is said to be a hotspot for drug-dealing If approved by the council 's Planning Committee , the development is expected to take three years to complete at an estimated cost of between £1.5 to £2 million .
A separate planning application is being submitted to close off the alleyway and steps at the side of the building , leading up to Hill Street , which Mr Whitehouse says is a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The plans include erecting iron gates at the bottom of the steps , incorporating a carpet loom to commemorate the building 's history .
A network of tunnels beneath the Rock Works , which are said to have been used as air raid shelters during the war , would be opened to the public for school trips .

Kidderminster builder Rob Whitehouse is the developer behind the proposal to bring the former Carpet Manufacturing Company site in Park Lane back into use as 22 two-bedroom apartments.
Known as the Rock Works, the building dates back to the 1880s but has fallen into a state of disrepair since the carpet factory closed down.
The derelict factory building has been empty for more than 20 years
Mr Whitehouse, who bought the site 20 years ago, said the building has been the target of several acts of vandalism over the years, including 14 break-ins and a fire.
Speaking to The Shuttle, Mr Whitehouse said: "This is something I’ve wanted to do for years but we’ve had a lot of planning obstacles to cross. People are desperate to see something done with this building. It’s derelict and has been struck by vandals several times over the years.
"There is a need for new homes in Kidderminster and this would bring a historic building back into use, rather than it being knocked down."
The plans would see the building extended upwards to create a fourth storey, while maintaining the sawtooth factory roof. Some of the apartments would have balconies.
John Shakeshaft, from Baustudio Architects in Bewdley, said: "We want to maintain the character of the building as much as possible.
"The top floor would be built back from the front of the building to maintain the sawtooth factory roof, and we'll carve out the middle section to create a covered internal street with a garden."
A separate planning application is being submitted to close off the steps to Hill Street, which is said to be a hotspot for drug-dealing
If approved by the council's Planning Committee, the development is expected to take three years to complete at an estimated cost of between £1.5 to £2 million.
A separate planning application is being submitted to close off the alleyway and steps at the side of the building, leading up to Hill Street, which Mr Whitehouse says is a hotspot for anti-social behaviour and drug dealing.
The plans include erecting iron gates at the bottom of the steps, incorporating a carpet loom to commemorate the building's history.
A network of tunnels beneath the Rock Works, which are said to have been used as air raid shelters during the war, would be opened to the public for school trips.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-23--Tanker crash on the M5 in Worcestershire

A TANKER crashed on the M5 earlier today , resulting in heavy traffic and the closure of the motorway in both directions .
The tanker went through the central reservation and caused significant tailbacks northbound between junctions 6 and 7 .
Traffic is now flowing in both directions Northbound and Southbound , however Lane 3 remains closed both ways for barrier repair .
There is a fuel spillage and debris on the road .
Officers have warned drivers to avoid the area if possible as there are `` significant delays '' approaching the closures in both directions .
Emergency services @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Rescue Service are in attendance .
Highways England Traffic Officers are also on scene , providing assistance with traffic management .
There is a significant amount of barrier damage at scene , for which Highways England contractors will be attending to assess and repair .
The vehicle is transporting flammable liquids , and an exclusion zone is in place for safety reasons .
Northbound diverted traffic should follow the hollow triangle diversion symbol .
Leave the M5 at J7 and bear left onto the A44 .
Continue on the A44 until the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ second exit at the roundabout and join the A4440 northbound .
Continue on this road , passing over five roundabouts until the roundabout with Berkeley Way .
Turn right and then re-join the M5 northbound at J6 .
Southbound diverted traffic should follow the solid diamond diversion symbol .
Leave the M5 southbound at J6 and bear left onto the A4538 .
Continue to the first roundabout and then take the third exit onto the B4636 .
Continue to the next roundabout and then take the first exit onto the A4440 .
Continue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and then take the first exit onto the B4084 .
Continue on this road to then re-join the M5 southbound at J7 .

The tanker went through the central reservation and caused significant tailbacks northbound between junctions 6 and 7.
Traffic is now flowing in both directions Northbound and Southbound, however Lane 3 remains closed both ways for barrier repair.
There is a fuel spillage and debris on the road.
Officers have warned drivers to avoid the area if possible as there are "significant delays" approaching the closures in both directions.
Emergency services including West Mercia Police and Worcestershire Fire and Rescue Service are in attendance.
Highways England Traffic Officers are also on scene, providing assistance with traffic management.
There is a significant amount of barrier damage at scene, for which Highways England contractors will be attending to assess and repair.
The vehicle is transporting flammable liquids, and an exclusion zone is in place for safety reasons.
Northbound diverted traffic should follow the hollow triangle diversion symbol. Leave the M5 at J7 and bear left onto the A44. Continue on the A44 until the roundabout with the A4440. Take the second exit at the roundabout and join the A4440 northbound. Continue on this road, passing over five roundabouts until the roundabout with Berkeley Way. Turn right and then re-join the M5 northbound at J6.
Southbound diverted traffic should follow the solid diamond diversion symbol. Leave the M5 southbound at J6 and bear left onto the A4538. Continue to the first roundabout and then take the third exit onto the B4636. Continue to the next roundabout and then take the first exit onto the A4440. Continue on this road until the second roundabout and then take the first exit onto the B4084. Continue on this road to then re-join the M5 southbound at J7.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-23--Kidderminster Select and Save's generous donation to homeless

A HOMELESS charity based in Kidderminster has received a generous donation from the proprietors of a local supermarket .
Trustees @ @ @ @ @ HELP visited the Fletchers at Select and Save store in Burcher Green on Sunday to @ @ @ @ @ from the Gora family which runs the shop .
Councillor Shazu Miah said : `` @ @ @ @ @ to receive this generous donation today , we are extremely grateful to the Gora family @ @ @ @ @ added : `` The Gora family has a wonderful record of generosity to the community @ @ @ @ @ NHS and it is wonderful to see them extending that generosity to HELP .
They @ @ @ @ @ and indeed life-saving work being done by HELP . ''
The money will go towards @ @ @ @ @ the homeless and people in need across Wyre Forest .

Trustees at Wyre Forest homeless charity HELP visited the Fletchers at Select and Save store in Burcher Green on Sunday to collect a cheque for £251 from the Gora family which runs the shop.
Councillor Shazu Miah said: "It was a real pleasure to receive this generous donation today, we are extremely grateful to the Gora family."
Cllr Fran Oborski added: "The Gora family has a wonderful record of generosity to the community on Comberton and to the NHS and it is wonderful to see them extending that generosity to HELP. They have recognised the very valuable and indeed life-saving work being done by HELP."
The money will go towards HELP's ongoing work supporting the homeless and people in need across Wyre Forest.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-23--Ryanair make changes for those with October and November bookings

Ryanair have made changes for those who have booked to fly with the airline in October and November .
We 've put together what you need to know - and what to do if you 're affected .
On Wednesday ( September 23 ) , Ryanair announced it will extend the waiving of its flight change fee for all customers who book to travel in October and November 2020 .
The airline say the change will give passengers 'peace of mind and greater flexibly if their travel plans change ' .
What will customers be able to do ?
Ryanair @ @ @ @ @ @ @ travel in October and November will be able to change their flights with zero change fee to travel until March 21 , 2021 .
However , the changes must be made at least seven days prior to the departure date of the original booking .
What have Ryanair said ?
Ryanair ’ s director of Marketing and Digital , Dara Brady said : `` In order to provide as much flexibility and confidence as possible for our customers this autumn , we have extended the waiving of our flight change fee to October @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now plan a well-deserved break knowing that if their plans change they can move their flights to any new date up to March 21 , 2021 without additional fees . ''
For more information on T & Cs , visit : https : //www.ryanair.com/ie/en/useful-info/no-change-fee .

We've put together what you need to know - and what to do if you're affected.
What have Ryanair changed?
On Wednesday (September 23), Ryanair announced it will extend the waiving of its flight change fee for all customers who book to travel in October and November 2020.
The airline say the change will give passengers 'peace of mind and greater flexibly if their travel plans change'.
What will customers be able to do?
Ryanair hae said that customers who book for travel in October and November will be able to change their flights with zero change fee to travel until March 21, 2021.
However, the changes must be made at least seven days prior to the departure date of the original booking.
What have Ryanair said?
Ryanair’s director of Marketing and Digital, Dara Brady said: "In order to provide as much flexibility and confidence as possible for our customers this autumn, we have extended the waiving of our flight change fee to October and November bookings.
"Customers can now plan a well-deserved break knowing that if their plans change they can move their flights to any new date up to March 21, 2021 without additional fees."
For more information on T&Cs, visit: https://www.ryanair.com/ie/en/useful-info/no-change-fee.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-24--Coronavirus: 16 Worcestershire schools have sent pupils home

SIXTEEN schools in Worcestershire have `` closed bubbles '' and sent students home due to positive Covid-19 cases .
Worcestershire County Council said the partial closures followed 13 positive cases of coronavirus among students as of Tuesday , September 22 .
A council spokesman said : `` 16 schools have had closed bubbles , nine of which have now re-opened .
`` Related to those 16 schools there were 13 positive cases .
`` In addition there has been four further positive cases notified but the pupils had not started back-so no impact on the school.
” The council did @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Today , The Shuttle reported that two cases of coronavirus had been confirmed at Heart of Worcestershire College .
It is not known whether any students have been asked to self-isolate as a result or which buildings the cases were confirmed in .
The college , which has campuses in Redditch , Bromsgrove and Worcester , remains open to students and staff .
Dr Kathryn Cobain , director for Public Health for Worcestershire , also confirmed today that an individual from South Bromsgrove High School has tested positive for the virus .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and are now also self-isolating for 14 days in line with government guidance .
Nationally , the number of schools that were not fully open on September 17 due to suspected or confirmed cases rose to four percent , up from one percent on September 10 .
Last week , Belbroughton Primary School confirmed a whole year group had been told to self-isolate in response to a positive Covid case .
Prior to that , Woodrush High School in Wythall sent a year seven class and three staff home after a pupil tested @ @ @ @ @ @ @ following the coronavirus lockdown .
Millfields First School in Bromsgrove told a class and an after-school group to self-isolate after a member of staff returned a positive test .
And Rigby Hall Special School , in Aston Fields , collapsed a bubble as a `` precautionary measure '' after 10 pupils showed coronavirus symptoms .
In nearby Wyre Forest , 60 reception students at Burlish Park Primary School in Stourport were told to self-isolate after a case was confirmed .
Two classes were shut down in response to the positive case , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ self-isolating for 14 days .
In Redditch , a whole year group of Arrow Vale Academy year nine pupils - around 240 children - were told to self-isolate after a positive case was confirmed .

Worcestershire County Council said the partial closures followed 13 positive cases of coronavirus among students as of Tuesday, September 22.
A council spokesman said: "16 schools have had closed bubbles, nine of which have now re-opened.
"Related to those 16 schools there were 13 positive cases.
"In addition there has been four further positive cases notified but the pupils had not started back-so no impact on the school.”
The council did not confirm which schools have been affected.
Today, The Shuttle reported that two cases of coronavirus had been confirmed at Heart of Worcestershire College.
It is not known whether any students have been asked to self-isolate as a result or which buildings the cases were confirmed in.
The college, which has campuses in Redditch, Bromsgrove and Worcester, remains open to students and staff.
Dr Kathryn Cobain, director for Public Health for Worcestershire, also confirmed today that an individual from South Bromsgrove High School has tested positive for the virus.
Close contacts have been identified and traced and are now also self-isolating for 14 days in line with government guidance.
Nationally, the number of schools that were not fully open on September 17 due to suspected or confirmed cases rose to four percent, up from one percent on September 10.
Last week, Belbroughton Primary School confirmed a whole year group had been told to self-isolate in response to a positive Covid case.
Prior to that, Woodrush High School in Wythall sent a year seven class and three staff home after a pupil tested positive just days after school reopened fully following the coronavirus lockdown.
Millfields First School in Bromsgrove told a class and an after-school group to self-isolate after a member of staff returned a positive test.
And Rigby Hall Special School, in Aston Fields, collapsed a bubble as a "precautionary measure" after 10 pupils showed coronavirus symptoms.
In nearby Wyre Forest, 60 reception students at Burlish Park Primary School in Stourport were told to self-isolate after a case was confirmed. Two classes were shut down in response to the positive case, and children have since returned to school after self-isolating for 14 days.
In Redditch, a whole year group of Arrow Vale Academy year nine pupils - around 240 children - were told to self-isolate after a positive case was confirmed.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-24--Two Covid-19 cases confirmed  at Heart of Worcestershire College

TWO cases of coronavirus have been confirmed at the Heart of Worcestershire College .
The college has campuses in Redditch @ @ @ @ @ It is not known whether any students have been asked to self-isolate as a result @ @ @ @ @ were confirmed in .
The college remains open to students and staff .
A spokesman @ @ @ @ @ `` We can confirm that there are two confirmed cases of COVID-19 at Heart of @ @ @ @ @ responded quickly and taken action following advice from the Local Outbreak Response Team '' Heart @ @ @ @ @ to staff and students who should attend as normal unless otherwise advised .
`` To @ @ @ @ @ college environment we ask all staff and students to not attend if they are displaying @ @ @ @ @ `` Whilst on-site please continue to follow the safety guidelines and maintain excellent hygiene and @ @ @ @

The college has campuses in Redditch, Bromsgrove and Worcester.
It is not known whether any students have been asked to self-isolate as a result or which buildings the cases were confirmed in.
The college remains open to students and staff.
A spokesman for HOW College said: "We can confirm that there are two confirmed cases of COVID-19 at Heart of Worcestershire College. We have responded quickly and taken action following advice from the Local Outbreak Response Team
"Heart of Worcestershire College remains open to staff and students who should attend as normal unless otherwise advised.
"To ensure we maintain a safe college environment we ask all staff and students to not attend if they are displaying any symptoms of COVID-19.
"Whilst on-site please continue to follow the safety guidelines and maintain excellent hygiene and social distancing."
Updates to follow.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-24--Photos show network of tunnels inside old Kidderminster factory

A NETWORK of tunnels inside a derelict Kidderminster carpet factory could be opened to the public for the first time as part of major new plans to develop the site into flats .
A series of tunnels carved into the rock behind the old Carpet Manufacturing Company site in Park Lane are believed to have been used as wartime air raid shelters .
A network of tunnels carved into the rock is believed to have been used as a wartime air raid shelter The factory has been empty for more than 20 years after Coloroll ceased trading in 1990 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are n't aware of the building 's history .
He told The Shuttle : `` There ’ s a lot of history here that not a lot of people know about .
`` There are 12 or 13 tunnels down here , all interlinked , around 200 foot deep , and a ladder leading up to the factory floor .
We ’ ve been told people used to come down here during the war .
`` Not many people know about them because the building hasn ’ t been used in decades , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years .
There 's a ladder in the tunnels leading up to the old factory floor '' I want to open up the tunnels up to the public so that schools can come and discover part of the town ’ s history.
” A planning application has now been submitted to turn the old factory into 22 two-bedroom apartments .
• Plans unveiled for apartments at old Kidderminster carpet factory site Known as the Rock Works , the building dates back to the 1880s but has fallen into a state of disrepair since @ @ @ @ @ @ @ planning application has been submitted to turn the old factory into 22 apartments The building still features a top floor opening where the building was once connected by a bridge to the old Park Wharf buildings opposite The original building was erected in 1884 for Richard Smith and Sons for the latest power chenille looms and still features a top floor opening where the building was once connected by a bridge to the Park Wharf buildings opposite , where Matalan now stands .
The factory was later extended in 1927 by the Carpet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a merger between Richard Smith and Sons and Morton and Sons .
The factory has been mostly untouched since it closed down in 1990 and still has remnants of its carpet-making history inside The factory has been empty for more than 20 years If approved by the council 's Planning Committee , the proposal would see the building extended upwards to create a fourth storey , while maintaining the sawtooth factory roof .
The development is expected to take three years to complete at an estimated cost of between £1.5 to £2 million @

A series of tunnels carved into the rock behind the old Carpet Manufacturing Company site in Park Lane are believed to have been used as wartime air raid shelters.
A network of tunnels carved into the rock is believed to have been used as a wartime air raid shelter
The factory has been empty for more than 20 years after Coloroll ceased trading in 1990, and developer Rob Whitehouse said most people aren't aware of the building's history.
He told The Shuttle: "There’s a lot of history here that not a lot of people know about.
"There are 12 or 13 tunnels down here, all interlinked, around 200 foot deep, and a ladder leading up to the factory floor. We’ve been told people used to come down here during the war.
"Not many people know about them because the building hasn’t been used in decades, nobody has been in here for 20 years.
There's a ladder in the tunnels leading up to the old factory floor
"I want to open up the tunnels up to the public so that schools can come and discover part of the town’s history.”
A planning application has now been submitted to turn the old factory into 22 two-bedroom apartments.
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Known as the Rock Works, the building dates back to the 1880s but has fallen into a state of disrepair since the carpet factory closed down.
A planning application has been submitted to turn the old factory into 22 apartments
The building still features a top floor opening where the building was once connected by a bridge to the old Park Wharf buildings opposite
The original building was erected in 1884 for Richard Smith and Sons for the latest power chenille looms and still features a top floor opening where the building was once connected by a bridge to the Park Wharf buildings opposite, where Matalan now stands.
The factory was later extended in 1927 by the Carpet Manufacturing Company, which was formed after a merger between Richard Smith and Sons and Morton and Sons.
The factory has been mostly untouched since it closed down in 1990 and still has remnants of its carpet-making history inside
The factory has been empty for more than 20 years
If approved by the council's Planning Committee, the proposal would see the building extended upwards to create a fourth storey, while maintaining the sawtooth factory roof.
The development is expected to take three years to complete at an estimated cost of between £1.5 to £2 million.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-24--Stourport friends complete their own Memory Walk for mum

A WOMAN from Stourport completed her own Alzheimer 's Society Memory Walk on her mobility scooter to raise money in honour of her mother-in-law who suffers from the disease .
Marlene Turner , aged 63 , took on the three-mile challenge with her friend Lynne Carreras and dog Wilma on Sunday , after the official event - due to be held in Birmingham - was cancelled due to coronavirus restrictions .
The two friends hoped to raise £100 for the Alzheimer 's Society in honour of Marlene 's 89-year-old mother-in-law Mary Turner , but managed to collect an impressive £250 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , who lives in Areley Kings , said : `` It was absolutely brilliant .
We set off at 10.45am with all the balloons tied to my mobility scooter .
`` We went round the park and down the high street and down to the bandstand at the Memorial Park then came back .
Marlene Turner ( right ) with friend Lynne Carreras and dog Wilma on their Memory Walk around Stourport '' Wilma the dog had a good time and got lots of attention . ''
She added : `` We did @ @ @ @ @ @ @ full blown dementia – she has n't known who we are or where she is for five years .
It 's a terrible illness .
`` She is cared for by the wonderful people at Summerdyne Care Home in Bewdley . ''

Marlene Turner, aged 63, took on the three-mile challenge with her friend Lynne Carreras and dog Wilma on Sunday, after the official event - due to be held in Birmingham - was cancelled due to coronavirus restrictions.
Dog Wilma in her Alzheimer's Society t-shirt
The two friends hoped to raise £100 for the Alzheimer's Society in honour of Marlene's 89-year-old mother-in-law Mary Turner, but managed to collect an impressive £250 in sponsors for the charity.
Marlene, who lives in Areley Kings, said: "It was absolutely brilliant. We set off at 10.45am with all the balloons tied to my mobility scooter.
"We went round the park and down the high street and down to the bandstand at the Memorial Park then came back.
Marlene Turner (right) with friend Lynne Carreras and dog Wilma on their Memory Walk around Stourport
"Wilma the dog had a good time and got lots of attention."
She added: "We did the walk for our mum who has full blown dementia – she hasn't known who we are or where she is for five years. It's a terrible illness.
"She is cared for by the wonderful people at Summerdyne Care Home in Bewdley."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-24--Asda, Aldi, Tesco, Lidl, Sainsbury's, Morrisons reveal if purchase limits will return

The UK 's biggest supermarket chains have revealed whether or not they would bring back product purchase limits following concerns that some shoppers have started panic buying .
We 've contacted each retailer to ask if this will be the case - and here are the responses in full .
The supermarket chain said they currently have good availability in their stores and online slots .
On Wednesday ( September 23 ) , Asda also announced a number of additional safety measures across its stores to provide an enhanced level of protection for customers and staff .
The new measures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weeks , include : • The creation of 1,000 new Asda Safety Marshals stationed at the front of every store and in the aisles of larger stores .
These colleagues will be on hand to help customers with safety queries and reiterate Government guidelines to wear a face covering and maintain social distancing while they shop .
Customers who do not have a covering when they enter the store will be offered a pack of disposable masks that they can pay for as they complete their shopping .
• Additionally , those marshals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sanitised baskets / trolleys to customer as they enter the store .
• Introducing additional hand sanitisation stations in the busiest sections of all stores in addition to the multiple cleaning points already found throughout stores .
• Applying a protective coating to all basket and trolley handles , creating an antimicrobial surface that prevents the spread of bacteria and viruses .
The same coating technology ( Bio Master X shield ) is already used to kill bacteria and viruses in the NHS Nightingale Excel hospital .
Following the recent change in Government @ @ @ @ @ @ @ England , Wales and Scotland will now wear a covering while at work unless they have a medical exemption .
Asda say they have always encouraged staff to wear a covering by offering them a choice of disposable and reusable coverings and visors .
These new initiatives will supplement the comprehensive safety measures Asda already to make its stores a Covid secure place to shop and work , which include , Perspex screens at every checkout , clear social distancing signage throughout stores , and regular deep cleaning regimes .
Anthony Hemmerdinger , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ We know that safety remains a key priority for our customers and we will continue to do all we can to keep them and our colleagues safe in store , as we have since the start of the pandemic .
These additional measures will make our stores an even safer place to shop and work during the coming months.
” The full details of coronavirus safety measures at Asda can be found here .
While Tesco declined to provide a comment , the supermarket said they have 'good availability in stores @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not experiencing any shortages ' .
Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic , Tesco had about 600,000 weekly slots for online shopping , and have more than doubled the capacity since to 1.5million .
The retailer say they 'continue to follow all Government guidance ' and have 'extensive social distancing measures in all stores ' to ensure shoppers can maintain a safe distance .
The full details of coronavirus safety meaures at Tesco can be found here .
We contacted Morrisons , but the company did not respond to our request for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , a Sainsbury 's spokesperson told us : `` We aren ’ t currently restricting products . ''
The full details of coronavirus safety meaures at Sainsbury 's can be found here .
We contacted M & S , but the company declined to comment .
A spokesperson from Waitrose told us : `` We are holding good levels in all key product areas and we have also looked at the items people bought early in lockdown and planned ahead .
`` We would like to reassure customers that there is no need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ need . ''
The full details of coronavirus safety meaures at Waitrose can be found here .
In an open letter to customers , Aldi CEO Giles Hurley said : `` As we continue to battle this virus together , I want to reassure you that the comprehensive safety measures we put in place in our stores at the start of the pandemic are still very much in place – and will remain so for as long as they are necessary . ''
• A traffic light system at store entrances to manage @ @ @ @ @ @ @ any one time • Protective screens at all 7,000 of our checkouts • Clear signs throughout stores to advise customers on how to shop safely , in line with the latest Government guidance Mr Hurley added : `` We ask that customers continue to wear a face covering when shopping with us , unless they are exempt from doing so .
Our store colleagues will also continue to wear face coverings whilst working in store .
`` I would like to reassure you that our stores remain fully stocked and ask that you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is no need to buy more than you usually would .
We have remained open for our customers throughout the pandemic and will continue to have daily deliveries , often multiple times a day , across all of our products .
`` We also know many of our customers still need additional support .
To those vulnerable customers , please rest assured that the measures we introduced to give you safe access to affordable food , such as early opening times from Monday to Saturday will continue .
`` We are also trialling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grocery home delivery in partnership with Deliveroo to help those who can not currently visit our stores .
To find out if your local store offers this service please visit aldi.co.uk/deliveroo .
`` We have also launched today a click and collect trial at our Allendale Road store in Loughborough which we hope to extend to your local Aldi in the near future .
To find out more please visit groceries.aldi.co.uk .
`` While in store , we kindly ask that you try to maintain a safe distance from others at all times @ @ @ @ @ @ @ use contactless payment methods if you can .
`` I will of course keep you updated on any new steps we are taking , and please rest assured that we are as committed as ever to providing you with a quick , safe and affordable shopping experience every time you visit Aldi . ''
The full details of coronavirus safety meaures at Aldi can be found here .
A spokesperson from Lidl told us : `` We are not currently experiencing any product shortages and have good availability in stores . ''
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lidl can be found here .
A spokesperson from the Co-op told us : `` We ’ ve no plans to implement restrictions as we ’ re not seeing any panic buying . ''
The full details of coronavirus safety meaures at the Co-op can be found here .
What have the British Retail Consortium said ?
Andrew Opie , Director of Food and Sustainability at the British Retail Consortium , said : “ Retailers have done an excellent job in ensuring customers have access to food and necessities throughout this pandemic .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ strengthened their supply chains as well as investing hundreds of millions to make stores safe and secure for customers ; this includes perspex screens , social distancing measures and additional hygiene measures .
As such , retail remains a safe space for consumers , even under future lockdowns .
“ Supply chains are stronger than ever before and we do not anticipate any issues in the availability of food or other goods under a future lockdown .
Nonetheless , we urge consumers to be considerate of others and shop as they normally would @ @

We've contacted each retailer to ask if this will be the case - and here are the responses in full.
Asda
The supermarket chain said they currently have good availability in their stores and online slots.
On Wednesday (September 23), Asda also announced a number of additional safety measures across its stores to provide an enhanced level of protection for customers and staff.
The new measures, to be implemented in the coming weeks, include:
The creation of 1,000 new Asda Safety Marshals stationed at the front of every store and in the aisles of larger stores. These colleagues will be on hand to help customers with safety queries and reiterate Government guidelines to wear a face covering and maintain social distancing while they shop. Customers who do not have a covering when they enter the store will be offered a pack of disposable masks that they can pay for as they complete their shopping.
Additionally, those marshals stationed at the store entrance will provide sanitised baskets / trolleys to customer as they enter the store.
Introducing additional hand sanitisation stations in the busiest sections of all stores in addition to the multiple cleaning points already found throughout stores.
Applying a protective coating to all basket and trolley handles, creating an antimicrobial surface that prevents the spread of bacteria and viruses. The same coating technology (Bio Master X shield) is already used to kill bacteria and viruses in the NHS Nightingale Excel hospital.
Following the recent change in Government guidance, all Asda store colleagues in England, Wales and Scotland will now wear a covering while at work unless they have a medical exemption. Asda say they have always encouraged staff to wear a covering by offering them a choice of disposable and reusable coverings and visors.
These new initiatives will supplement the comprehensive safety measures Asda already to make its stores a Covid secure place to shop and work, which include, Perspex screens at every checkout, clear social distancing signage throughout stores, and regular deep cleaning regimes.
Anthony Hemmerdinger, Chief Operating Officer at Asda, said: “We know that safety remains a key priority for our customers and we will continue to do all we can to keep them and our colleagues safe in store, as we have since the start of the pandemic. These additional measures will make our stores an even safer place to shop and work during the coming months.”
The full details of coronavirus safety measures at Asda can be found here.
Tesco
While Tesco declined to provide a comment, the supermarket said they have 'good availability in stores and online', adding they 'are not experiencing any shortages'.
Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, Tesco had about 600,000 weekly slots for online shopping, and have more than doubled the capacity since to 1.5million.
The retailer say they 'continue to follow all Government guidance' and have 'extensive social distancing measures in all stores' to ensure shoppers can maintain a safe distance.
The full details of coronavirus safety meaures at Tesco can be found here.
Morrisons
We contacted Morrisons, but the company did not respond to our request for a comment.
Sainsbury's
In a short statement, a Sainsbury's spokesperson told us: "We aren’t currently restricting products."
The full details of coronavirus safety meaures at Sainsbury's can be found here.
M&S
We contacted M&S, but the company declined to comment.
Waitrose
A spokesperson from Waitrose told us: "We are holding good levels in all key product areas and we have also looked at the items people bought early in lockdown and planned ahead.
"We would like to reassure customers that there is no need to worry about buying more than they need."
The full details of coronavirus safety meaures at Waitrose can be found here.
Aldi
In an open letter to customers, Aldi CEO Giles Hurley said: "As we continue to battle this virus together, I want to reassure you that the comprehensive safety measures we put in place in our stores at the start of the pandemic are still very much in place – and will remain so for as long as they are necessary."
These measures include:
A traffic light system at store entrances to manage the number of people in stores at any one time
Protective screens at all 7,000 of our checkouts
Social distancing markers in store
NHS, blue light and vulnerable priority access hours
Sanitisation stations at store entrances
Clear signs throughout stores to advise customers on how to shop safely, in line with the latest Government guidance
Contactless payments increased to £45
Mr Hurley added: "We ask that customers continue to wear a face covering when shopping with us, unless they are exempt from doing so. Our store colleagues will also continue to wear face coverings whilst working in store.
"I would like to reassure you that our stores remain fully stocked and ask that you continue to shop considerately.
"There is no need to buy more than you usually would. We have remained open for our customers throughout the pandemic and will continue to have daily deliveries, often multiple times a day, across all of our products.
"We also know many of our customers still need additional support. To those vulnerable customers, please rest assured that the measures we introduced to give you safe access to affordable food, such as early opening times from Monday to Saturday will continue.
"We are also trialling a number of initiatives including an on-demand grocery home delivery in partnership with Deliveroo to help those who cannot currently visit our stores. To find out if your local store offers this service please visit aldi.co.uk/deliveroo.
"We have also launched today a click and collect trial at our Allendale Road store in Loughborough which we hope to extend to your local Aldi in the near future. To find out more please visit groceries.aldi.co.uk.
"While in store, we kindly ask that you try to maintain a safe distance from others at all times, shop by yourself whenever possible and use contactless payment methods if you can.
"I will of course keep you updated on any new steps we are taking, and please rest assured that we are as committed as ever to providing you with a quick, safe and affordable shopping experience every time you visit Aldi."
The full details of coronavirus safety meaures at Aldi can be found here.
Lidl
A spokesperson from Lidl told us: "We are not currently experiencing any product shortages and have good availability in stores."
The full details of coronavirus safety meaures at Lidl can be found here.
Co-op
A spokesperson from the Co-op told us: "We’ve no plans to implement restrictions as we’re not seeing any panic buying."
The full details of coronavirus safety meaures at the Co-op can be found here.
What have the British Retail Consortium said?
Andrew Opie, Director of Food and Sustainability at the British Retail Consortium, said: “Retailers have done an excellent job in ensuring customers have access to food and necessities throughout this pandemic.
"Since March, retail businesses have strengthened their supply chains as well as investing hundreds of millions to make stores safe and secure for customers; this includes perspex screens, social distancing measures and additional hygiene measures. As such, retail remains a safe space for consumers, even under future lockdowns.
“Supply chains are stronger than ever before and we do not anticipate any issues in the availability of food or other goods under a future lockdown. Nonetheless, we urge consumers to be considerate of others and shop as they normally would.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-24--NHS Covid-19 contact tracing app launches in England and Wales - How it works

A coronavirus contact tracing app has launched across England and Wales following months of delay and questions about its effectiveness .
The latest version of the app has been in testing among residents on the Isle of Wight and in the London borough of Newham since mid-August , after the first was marred by technical issues and eventually scrapped .
Though the Bluetooth-reliant technology was initially described as the “ best possible way to help the NHS ” by Transport Secretary Grant Shapps in May , results from other countries already using apps have been mixed .
As the software @ @ @ @ @ @ @ depend heavily on how many people choose to download and use it .
It comes at a critical time for the UK , with confirmed cases of Covid-19 on the rise daily .
How will the app work ?
The app uses an Apple and Google-developed system , using Bluetooth to keep an anonymous log of people a user has been close to .
It does this by exchanging randomised keys while the Bluetooth signal strength measures proximity .
If someone falls ill , they can tell the app , which will then @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and in turn send them off to all app users in search of a match .
Should the system determine a person as a close contact , they will be automatically sent a notification and issued with further guidance .
QR code available on the app A QR code scanning feature is available , allowing people to check-in to venues they visit and easily share their contact details for human tracing efforts .
What have those behind the app said ?
Professor Christophe Fraser , scientific adviser to the Test and Trace Programme @ @ @ @ @ @ @ research team analysis has shown the potential to meaningfully reduce the number of coronavirus cases , hospitalisations and deaths across the population from as little as 15 per cent of the whole population downloading the app and following the guidance to self-isolate .
“ This means each one of us can make a difference to help stop the spread of infection , save lives and help protect our loved ones .
”

The latest version of the app has been in testing among residents on the Isle of Wight and in the London borough of Newham since mid-August, after the first was marred by technical issues and eventually scrapped.
Though the Bluetooth-reliant technology was initially described as the “best possible way to help the NHS” by Transport Secretary Grant Shapps in May, results from other countries already using apps have been mixed.
As the software is voluntary, its success will also depend heavily on how many people choose to download and use it.
It comes at a critical time for the UK, with confirmed cases of Covid-19 on the rise daily.
How will the app work?
The app uses an Apple and Google-developed system, using Bluetooth to keep an anonymous log of people a user has been close to.
It does this by exchanging randomised keys while the Bluetooth signal strength measures proximity.
If someone falls ill, they can tell the app, which will then ping their keys to a central server and in turn send them off to all app users in search of a match.
Should the system determine a person as a close contact, they will be automatically sent a notification and issued with further guidance.
The NHS Covid-19 contract tracing app. Picture: PA Wire
QR code available on the app
A QR code scanning feature is available, allowing people to check-in to venues they visit and easily share their contact details for human tracing efforts.
What have those behind the app said?
Professor Christophe Fraser, scientific adviser to the Test and Trace Programme, said: “Our Oxford University research team analysis has shown the potential to meaningfully reduce the number of coronavirus cases, hospitalisations and deaths across the population from as little as 15 per cent of the whole population downloading the app and following the guidance to self-isolate.
“This means each one of us can make a difference to help stop the spread of infection, save lives and help protect our loved ones.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-24--Six coronavirus cases confirmed in Comberton area of Kidderminster

SIX people have tested positive for coronavirus in the Comberton area of Kidderminster in the last week .
Figures published @ @ @ @ @ which areas in Worcestershire have recorded three new cases or more between September 13 and @ @ @ @ @ data available .
The figures are split into several `` middle super output areas '' @ @ @ @ @ larger than postcode areas , with an average population of around 7,200 people .
Areas @ @ @ @ @ are not highlighted by Public Health England in its figures .
A total of 2,993 @ @ @ @ @ in Worcestershire since the outbreak began , according to official figures .
Of those cases @ @ @ @ @ in Worcester , 504 in Wyre Forest , 296 in Malvern Hills , 551 in @ @ @ @ @ , and 482 in Redditch .
Here are the areas by local authority area where @ @ @ @ @ have been recorded in the last week : No areas recorded three or more cases @ @ @

Figures published by Public Health England show which areas in Worcestershire have recorded three new cases or more between September 13 and September 19 – the latest data available.
The figures are split into several "middle super output areas" – zones that are slightly larger than postcode areas, with an average population of around 7,200 people.
Areas with fewer than two cases are not highlighted by Public Health England in its figures.
A total of 2,993 confirmed cases have been recorded in Worcestershire since the outbreak began, according to official figures.
Of those cases, 498 have been recorded in Worcester, 504 in Wyre Forest, 296 in Malvern Hills, 551 in Wychavon, 662 in Bromsgrove, and 482 in Redditch.
Here are the areas by local authority area where three or more positive cases have been recorded in the last week:
WYRE FOREST
Comberton - 6
Franche – 6
Habberley - 4
Spennells and Hoobrook - 3
WORCESTER
Dines Green and St John's - 3
Lower Wick and Bromwich Road - 5
King George's Field - 4
Warndon East - 3
MALVERN HILLS
Broadheath, Sinton and Alfrick – 4
North Malvern - 4
REDDITCH
Batchley and Brockhill – 3
Alvechurch, Hopwood and Holt End - 3
BROMSGROVE
Sidemoor - 3
WYCHAVON
No areas recorded three or more cases during the period


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-24--West Midland Safari Park lets mum choose name of new rhino calf

THE first Indian rhino calf to be born at West Midland Safari Park now has a name after keepers let mum Seto choose the name herself .
At the time of his birth on September 8 , the Bewdley park confirmed that the calf ’ s name would begin with the letter ‘ I ’ , mirroring the naming of all other animals born on-site in 2020 .
And after much deliberation , keepers narrowed it down to two suggestions - Inesh and Ishwar - and left the final decision up to mum !
Staff at the park set up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ marked with a name , and placed them into Seto 's paddock .
Some tasty treats were positioned in equal amounts inside each box to coax Seto over while keepers waited to see which name she would choose .
After a quick investigation of both boxes , Seto made it clear with a hearty nudge of her nose that Inesh was her winner .
Deputy head keeper of ungulates , Shelley Tudor , said : `` We are so happy that Seto was able to choose the name for her calf .
Baby @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the park '' The keepers created a shortlist of their favourite names and we felt it was a brilliant opportunity to mix giving some enrichment to Seto to assist us in making the final decision.
” Born to 11-year-old female Seto , and 12-year-old male Rap , Inesh has been venturing out with his mother into the park ’ s Rhino House paddock , where guests have been able to spot him trotting around and even doing a spot of sunbathing in the last of the summer sunshine .
The youngster will eventually @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the Wild Asia section of the reserve , where guests will be able to watch him grow and settle into his new home .
Visitors may have spotted Inesh venturing out with his mum into the park 's Rhino House paddock West Midland Safari Park is home to two types of rhinos – six southern white rhinos and three Indian rhinos .
Both species face threats in the wild such as poaching and habitat loss .
White rhinos are classed as near-threatened and Indian rhinos are listed as vulnerable by the International @ @ @ @ @ @ @

At the time of his birth on September 8, the Bewdley park confirmed that the calf’s name would begin with the letter ‘I’, mirroring the naming of all other animals born on-site in 2020.
And after much deliberation, keepers narrowed it down to two suggestions - Inesh and Ishwar - and left the final decision up to mum!
Staff at the park set up two identical, brightly-patterned boxes, each marked with a name, and placed them into Seto's paddock.
Some tasty treats were positioned in equal amounts inside each box to coax Seto over while keepers waited to see which name she would choose.
After a quick investigation of both boxes, Seto made it clear with a hearty nudge of her nose that Inesh was her winner.
Deputy head keeper of ungulates, Shelley Tudor, said: "We are so happy that Seto was able to choose the name for her calf.
Baby rhino Inesh is settling in well at the park
"The keepers created a shortlist of their favourite names and we felt it was a brilliant opportunity to mix giving some enrichment to Seto to assist us in making the final decision.”
Born to 11-year-old female Seto, and 12-year-old male Rap, Inesh has been venturing out with his mother into the park’s Rhino House paddock, where guests have been able to spot him trotting around and even doing a spot of sunbathing in the last of the summer sunshine.
The youngster will eventually join his mum, roaming the plains in the Wild Asia section of the reserve, where guests will be able to watch him grow and settle into his new home.
Visitors may have spotted Inesh venturing out with his mum into the park's Rhino House paddock
West Midland Safari Park is home to two types of rhinos – six southern white rhinos and three Indian rhinos.
Both species face threats in the wild such as poaching and habitat loss. White rhinos are classed as near-threatened and Indian rhinos are listed as vulnerable by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-24--Wyre Forest postcodes at medium risk on Test & Trace app

ACCORDING to the new NHS Test and Trace app postcodes in Kidderminster , Bewdley and Stourport are classified as at `` medium risk '' of coronavirus .
When users first register for the app , they are asked for the first half of their postcode , so they can be notified when their area ’ s risk level changes .
In England , risk level is based on the local authority watch list .
This is determined each week by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care .
It draws on advice from the Chief Medical Officer for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Joint Biosecurity Centre and Public Health England .
Currently , all Wyre Forest postcodes are in the medium risk category .
In England , this means your local authority , or a neighbouring local authority , has high or rising levels of infection , according to the NHS website .
The app uses an Apple and Google-developed system , using Bluetooth to keep an anonymous log of people a user has been close to .
It does this by exchanging randomised keys while the Bluetooth signal strength measures proximity .
If someone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ app , which will then ping their keys to a central server and in turn send them off to all app users in search of a match .
Should the system determine a person as a close contact , they will be automatically sent a notification and issued with further guidance .
Professor Christophe Fraser , scientific adviser to the Test and Trace Programme , said : “ Our Oxford University research team analysis has shown the potential to meaningfully reduce the number of coronavirus cases , hospitalisations and deaths across the population @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the whole population downloading the app and following the guidance to self-isolate .
“ This means each one of us can make a difference to help stop the spread of infection , save lives and help protect our loved ones .
”

When users first register for the app, they are asked for the first half of their postcode, so they can be notified when their area’s risk level changes.
In England, risk level is based on the local authority watch list.
This is determined each week by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care.
It draws on advice from the Chief Medical Officer for England, NHS Test and Trace, the Joint Biosecurity Centre and Public Health England.
Currently, all Wyre Forest postcodes are in the medium risk category.
In England, this means your local authority, or a neighbouring local authority, has high or rising levels of infection, according to the NHS website.
The app uses an Apple and Google-developed system, using Bluetooth to keep an anonymous log of people a user has been close to.
It does this by exchanging randomised keys while the Bluetooth signal strength measures proximity.
If someone falls ill, they can tell the app, which will then ping their keys to a central server and in turn send them off to all app users in search of a match.
Should the system determine a person as a close contact, they will be automatically sent a notification and issued with further guidance.
Professor Christophe Fraser, scientific adviser to the Test and Trace Programme, said: “Our Oxford University research team analysis has shown the potential to meaningfully reduce the number of coronavirus cases, hospitalisations and deaths across the population from as little as 15 per cent of the whole population downloading the app and following the guidance to self-isolate.
“This means each one of us can make a difference to help stop the spread of infection, save lives and help protect our loved ones.”