kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-29--Kidderminster care home appeals for food bank donations

CARE home staff in Kidderminster are appealing to the community to help make parcels for the local food bank .
The teams at Hollyfields and Ivy House care homes answered Wyre Forest Food Bank 's call for volunteers to help out with deliveries to those in need in the area .
Michael Butler , activities co-ordinator at the homes , posted an appeal on social media and , within 24 hours , the care home had been inundated with donations from all over the district .
Fiona Brewin , general manager at Hollyfields and Ivy House , said : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to pull together and it really is heart-warming to see how much people care about helping others who are less fortunate .
`` Thanks to everyone who has contributed to this appeal so far .
It will all be distributed to where it is needed most within our community . ''
Wyre Forest Food Bank is seeking donations of store cupboard staples and everyday essentials , as well as fresh fruit and vegetables too .
Hollyfields is acting as a drop-off point and will deliver any donations to Wyre Forest Food Bank .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ for more information .

The teams at Hollyfields and Ivy House care homes answered Wyre Forest Food Bank's call for volunteers to help out with deliveries to those in need in the area.
Michael Butler, activities co-ordinator at the homes, posted an appeal on social media and, within 24 hours, the care home had been inundated with donations from all over the district.
Donations for Wyre Forest Food Bank
Fiona Brewin, general manager at Hollyfields and Ivy House, said: “It is important in this current pandemic to pull together and it really is heart-warming to see how much people care about helping others who are less fortunate.
"Thanks to everyone who has contributed to this appeal so far. It will all be distributed to where it is needed most within our community."
Wyre Forest Food Bank is seeking donations of store cupboard staples and everyday essentials, as well as fresh fruit and vegetables too.
Hollyfields is acting as a drop-off point and will deliver any donations to Wyre Forest Food Bank.
Search Wyre Forest Food Bank on Facebook for more information.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-29--Bank holiday travel: What every driver needs to do before setting off on a long journey

The key things that every driver must check before setting off on a long journey have been revealed .
Highways England have put together a top checklist that drivers across the UK should follow to ensure their vehicle remains roadworthy and safe .
Richard Leonard , Highways England 's head of road safety , said : `` If you haven ’ t driven for a few weeks you might feel a bit strange getting back behind the wheel , and your car will need a few simple checks , like your tyres , oil , water , lights and fuel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that drivers must check before setting off : Prior to setting off on a long/significant journey , check your tyre pressures are suitable for the load and the condition of your tyres , including the spare .
Look out for cuts or wear and make sure the tyres have a minimum tread depth of 1.6mm , which is the legal limit .
Use your dipstick to check oil regularly and before any long journey , and top up if needed .
Take your car back to the garage if you ’ re topping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you have good visibility , always keep your screen wash topped up so you can clear debris or dirt off your windscreen .
If your indicators , hazard lights , headlights , fog lights , reverse lights or brake lights are not functioning properly , you are putting yourself and your family at risk .
In addition , light malfunctions can be a reason for your vehicle to fail its MoT .
Before setting out , check your fuel levels and make sure you have enough to get to your destination .

Highways England have put together a top checklist that drivers across the UK should follow to ensure their vehicle remains roadworthy and safe.
Richard Leonard, Highways England's head of road safety, said: "If you haven’t driven for a few weeks you might feel a bit strange getting back behind the wheel, and your car will need a few simple checks, like your tyres, oil, water, lights and fuel."
Here are the top things that drivers must check before setting off:
Check tyres
Prior to setting off on a long/significant journey, check your tyre pressures are suitable for the load and the condition of your tyres, including the spare.
Look out for cuts or wear and make sure the tyres have a minimum tread depth of 1.6mm, which is the legal limit.
Check engine oil
Use your dipstick to check oil regularly and before any long journey, and top up if needed.
Take your car back to the garage if you’re topping up more than usual.
Check water
To ensure you have good visibility, always keep your screen wash topped up so you can clear debris or dirt off your windscreen.
Check lights
If your indicators, hazard lights, headlights, fog lights, reverse lights or brake lights are not functioning properly, you are putting yourself and your family at risk.
In addition, light malfunctions can be a reason for your vehicle to fail its MoT.
Check fuel
Before setting out, check your fuel levels and make sure you have enough to get to your destination.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-29--These are the Worcestershire domestic and sexual abuse support groups sharing more than £100k

A NUMBER of charitable organisations working with vulnerable people have been given cash grants as part of a million-pound fund from the region ’ s Police and Crime Commissioner .
The money , secured by PCC John Campion , allows the groups to continue their work supporting victims of domestic abuse .
Here is the breakdown of who has received what : West Mercia Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre - £82,010 - This organisation is the only organisation in Herefordshire and Worcestershire to offer specialist support to victims of rape and sexual violence .
Services are free and confidential @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rape and/or sexual violence at any time in their lives .
West Mercia Women ’ s Aid - £60,777 - WMWA helps exists to support women and children affected by domestic abuse including women ’ s refuges and community support .
West Mercia Victim Support - £35,983 - Victim Support helps those who have been victims of crime across the region with advice and practical help .
As part of its recent activity , the organisation has expanded its domestic abuse service to be able to reach even more victims .
Longlands Care @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is a working farm with cattle and sheep where young people are encouraged to re-engage with learning .
Through their time with Longlands , young people young people achieve qualifications including animal husbandry , equine skills , tractor driving , building maintenance and wildlife and conservation .
Worcestershire Community Trust ( DAWN ) - £15,340 - The DAWN project , set up by the trust , is a free , confidential and non-judgemental service for women who are experiencing or have experienced domestic abuse .
It offers support to women at all stages @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) - £6,986 - Cranstoun ’ s DRIVE project seeks to reduce the number of child and adult victims of domestic abuse by deterring perpetrator behaviour .
DRIVE provides a case support officer and works with groups including the police and support agencies to try and stop domestic abuse .
£1,070,630.39 in total has been awarded in the last few months to provide further support as well as dedicated initiatives to improve the safety of communities .
Mr Campion said : “ I have made sure that we have taken advantage of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to West Mercia from the Government , and the additional investment we have secured in the last few months has been very much welcomed .
“ Putting victims first , and making our communities safer , are central parts of my commitment as Commissioner .
`` With this funding , the services that help deliver that commitment have been able to keep going and ensure some of the most vulnerable people have the support they need in order to cope and recover .
”

The money, secured by PCC John Campion, allows the groups to continue their work supporting victims of domestic abuse.
Here is the breakdown of who has received what:
West Mercia Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre - £82,010 - This organisation is the only organisation in Herefordshire and Worcestershire to offer specialist support to victims of rape and sexual violence.
Services are free and confidential and available to survivors who have suffered rape and/or sexual violence at any time in their lives.
West Mercia Women’s Aid - £60,777 - WMWA helps exists to support women and children affected by domestic abuse including women’s refuges and community support.
West Mercia Victim Support - £35,983 - Victim Support helps those who have been victims of crime across the region with advice and practical help.
As part of its recent activity, the organisation has expanded its domestic abuse service to be able to reach even more victims.
Longlands Care Farm - £4,000 - Longlands Care Farm is a working farm with cattle and sheep where young people are encouraged to re-engage with learning.
Through their time with Longlands, young people young people achieve qualifications including animal husbandry, equine skills, tractor driving, building maintenance and wildlife and conservation.
Worcestershire Community Trust (DAWN) - £15,340 - The DAWN project, set up by the trust, is a free, confidential and non-judgemental service for women who are experiencing or have experienced domestic abuse.
It offers support to women at all stages of abusive relationships.
Cranstoun (DRIVE) - £6,986 - Cranstoun’s DRIVE project seeks to reduce the number of child and adult victims of domestic abuse by deterring perpetrator behaviour.
DRIVE provides a case support officer and works with groups including the police and support agencies to try and stop domestic abuse.
£1,070,630.39 in total has been awarded in the last few months to provide further support as well as dedicated initiatives to improve the safety of communities.
Mr Campion said: “I have made sure that we have taken advantage of the funding opportunities that have been made available to West Mercia from the Government, and the additional investment we have secured in the last few months has been very much welcomed.
“Putting victims first, and making our communities safer, are central parts of my commitment as Commissioner.
"With this funding, the services that help deliver that commitment have been able to keep going and ensure some of the most vulnerable people have the support they need in order to cope and recover.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-29--Fire crews free casualty from Kidderminster car crash

The accident happened in Whitehouse Road at around 12.35pm .
Fire and ambulance crews released a casualty from one of @ @ @ @ @ scene safe .
Officers form West Mercia Police were also at the scene .
Hereford @ @ @ @ @ : `` Whitehouse Road # Kidderminster @ HWFireWFhub crews have assisted @ OFFICIALWMAS to release @ @ @ @ @ collision with another vehicle scene made safe @ WMerciaPolice in attendance . ''

The accident happened in Whitehouse Road at around 12.35pm.
Fire and ambulance crews released a casualty from one of the vehicles and made the scene safe.
Officers form West Mercia Police were also at the scene.
Hereford and Worcester Fire Control tweeted: "Whitehouse Road #Kidderminster @HWFireWFhub crews have assisted @OFFICIALWMAS to release 1 casualty from vehicle following collision with another vehicle scene made safe @WMerciaPolice in attendance."
12:35 Whitehouse Road #Kidderminster @HWFireWFhub crews have assisted @OFFICIALWMAS to release 1 casualty from vehicle following collision with another vehicle scene made safe @WMerciaPolice in attendance — HWFireControl (@HWFireControl) August 29, 2020


kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-29--Covid-19: What are your chances of catching it at work? Matt Hancock speaks out

The Health Secretary has explained what the chances are for workers to catch coronavirus in the workplace .
What has Matt Hancock said ?
Workers are believed to be at “ low risk ” of catching coronavirus by returning to offices , the Health Secretary has said .
Matt Hancock has suggested that employees in England are safe to return to workplaces , as data has shown the virus is predominantly passed on through household gatherings .
Mr Hancock has said that data from NHS Test and Trace has shown that household gatherings are largely responsible for virus transmission , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , ministers are not currently considering making masks compulsory in workplaces in England .
This decision is in stark contrast to France , where officials are currently planning to make face coverings compulsory in most work environments in response to a recent rise in cases .
While face coverings are required in several indoor settings in England , including shops , supermarkets and cinemas , they are not currently mandatory for “ employees of indoor settings.
” Speaking about the decision not to follow in France ’ s footsteps , Mr Hancock told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the scientific advice and the answer here is that we are not currently considering doing that .
“ And the reason is that the evidence from NHS Test and Trace that we are talking about for where people catch the disease is that very largely they catch it from one household meeting another household , usually in one of their homes .
`` So it is that household transmission that is the core , the root of passing on this virus in this country .
`` The amount of people who have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , we think , from the evidence that we have got . ''
Will home working become the new norm ?
At the start of August , the UK government changed its advice on working from home to encourage employers to work with staff and get them back to the office .
Despite the change in guidance , many businesses have continued to advise most of their staff to continue home working , with a new study showing people prefer it to being office-based .
A new survey of 2,000 office workers by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nine out of 10 office-based staff want to continue working from home for at least part of the week .
Three out of five people said they want to work remotely for at least three days a week , while another three out of five said they were happier working from home , with the ability to decide on their working environment having a positive impact on their mental health .

What has Matt Hancock said?
Workers are believed to be at “low risk” of catching coronavirus by returning to offices, the Health Secretary has said.
Matt Hancock has suggested that employees in England are safe to return to workplaces, as data has shown the virus is predominantly passed on through household gatherings.
Household transmission dubbed ‘the core’ cause
Mr Hancock has said that data from NHS Test and Trace has shown that household gatherings are largely responsible for virus transmission, rather than in workplaces.
As such, ministers are not currently considering making masks compulsory in workplaces in England.
This decision is in stark contrast to France, where officials are currently planning to make face coverings compulsory in most work environments in response to a recent rise in cases.
While face coverings are required in several indoor settings in England, including shops, supermarkets and cinemas, they are not currently mandatory for “employees of indoor settings.”
Speaking about the decision not to follow in France’s footsteps, Mr Hancock told BBC Breakfast: “We constantly look at the scientific advice and the answer here is that we are not currently considering doing that.
“And the reason is that the evidence from NHS Test and Trace that we are talking about for where people catch the disease is that very largely they catch it from one household meeting another household, usually in one of their homes.
"So it is that household transmission that is the core, the root of passing on this virus in this country.
"The amount of people who have caught it in workplaces is relatively low, we think, from the evidence that we have got."
Will home working become the new norm?
At the start of August, the UK government changed its advice on working from home to encourage employers to work with staff and get them back to the office.
Despite the change in guidance, many businesses have continued to advise most of their staff to continue home working, with a new study showing people prefer it to being office-based.
A new survey of 2,000 office workers by technology company Huawei has found that almost nine out of 10 office-based staff want to continue working from home for at least part of the week.
Three out of five people said they want to work remotely for at least three days a week, while another three out of five said they were happier working from home, with the ability to decide on their working environment having a positive impact on their mental health.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-29--5 Worcestershire pubs with a beer garden

It ’ s bank holiday weekend and the perfect time to relax outside with a beer in hand- that ’ s if the sunshine comes out to play .
Luckily , there are many great pubs in Worcestershire with great outdoor areas .
If you want to visit a local pub with a beer garden this weekend , we have rounded up five of the very best in the area .
The Camp House Inn , Grimley If you ’ re looking for a quiet riverside pub that more hidden away , then look no further than The Camp House @ @ @ @ @ @ @ great place to bring your four legged friend as dogs are allowed .
People on Tripadvisor seem to have high praise for this pub ’ s garden , where animals can roam freely .
One person wrote : “ The garden is large with plenty of tables - peacocks were wandering around ” .
This quiet pub is known for is cask ales , which you can enjoy in the garden area .
If you ’ re looking for a pub with a view , then this place should be top of your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the River Severn .
One trip advisor commenter said her son loved looking for carp in the garden ’ s pond Another wrote : “ We sat in the beer garden under the vines and very pleasant it was too.
” According to Tripadvisor reviews , the outdoor beer garden “ has to be seen to be believed ” as it is large and well decorated .
Another said the beer garden is “ full of nooks and crannies to sit in ” and there are several marquees “ in which to either @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This bank holiday Sunday , the Gardeners Arms is hosting a bank holiday silent disco from 3pm-7pm- make sure to book tickets if you want to go .
The Dewdrop is a dog friendly pub with a large outdoor seating area .
If you ’ re feeling peckish , the pub also has a great menu that puts a culinary twist on modern dishes .
Tripadvisor commenters say this pub has a “ huge ” and ” lovely ” garden that is well stocked with plenty of seating and benches- it also has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it gets dark .
They also have some yummy looking dishes on their food menu , such as sirloin steak as well as salami and gorgonzola pizza .

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If you’re looking for a quiet riverside pub that more hidden away, then look no further than The Camp House Inn.
It’s also a great place to bring your four legged friend as dogs are allowed.
People on Tripadvisor seem to have high praise for this pub’s garden, where animals can roam freely.
One person wrote: “The garden is large with plenty of tables - peacocks were wandering around”.
The Mug House, Bewdley
(Facebook/@mughousebewdley)
This quiet pub is known for is cask ales, which you can enjoy in the garden area.
If you’re looking for a pub with a view, then this place should be top of your list, as it is located alongside the River Severn.
One trip advisor commenter said her son loved looking for carp in the garden’s pond
Another wrote: “We sat in the beer garden under the vines and very pleasant it was too.”
Gardeners Arms, Droitwich
(Credit: Google Maps)
According to Tripadvisor reviews, the outdoor beer garden “has to be seen to be believed” as it is large and well decorated.
Another said the beer garden is “full of nooks and crannies to sit in” and there are several marquees “in which to either have a meal or recline”.
This bank holiday Sunday, the Gardeners Arms is hosting a bank holiday silent disco from 3pm-7pm- make sure to book tickets if you want to go.
The Dewdrop, Lower Broadheath
(Facebook/@thedewdropinn1)
The Dewdrop is a dog friendly pub with a large outdoor seating area.
If you’re feeling peckish, the pub also has a great menu that puts a culinary twist on modern dishes.
The Bell Inn, Lower Broadheath
Tripadvisor commenters say this pub has a “huge” and ”lovely” garden that is well stocked with plenty of seating and benches- it also has some “pretty lighting” for when it gets dark.
They also have some yummy looking dishes on their food menu, such as sirloin steak as well as salami and gorgonzola pizza.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-30--Severn Valley Railway announces new timetable for September

THE Severn Valley Railway is launching a new timetable of steam train services for September and is extending its current offer for couples and solo travellers .
Its programme of family-targeted services throughout August has proved extremely popular , with many trains selling out .
Private compartments for up to six people remain priced at £75 and for September the railway is introducing a price of £40 for two people and £20 for one at tables in the open non-compartment coach , where passengers will need to wear face masks throughout the journey .
From September 1 , the leading @ @ @ @ @ @ @ daily excursion trains , one from Kidderminster and one from Bridgnorth , with morning departures on Wednesdays , Thursdays , Fridays and Sundays .
Additionally , on Fridays , there will be three diesel-hauled round trips starting from Kidderminster , featuring a different class of locomotive each week .
On Saturdays - traditionally the most popular day for visitors - there will be two excursion trains from Kidderminster and one from Bridgnorth , with the addition of a Sunset Special service departing from Kidderminster in the early evenings .
Passengers can either alight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the Engine House , or they can choose to travel the full length of the line to Bridgnorth .
Helen Smith , the railway ’ s general manager , said : `` We ’ ve been delighted at the uptake of our full-day excursion services this month , and have received extremely positive feedback from our visitors , who have loved having their own private compartment for the whole day .
`` Now we ’ re able to add in diesel-hauled services on Fridays , along with our steam-hauled Sunset Special service @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re particularly excited about our new Saturday dining experiences at the Engine House , Highley , where we ’ ll be serving three-course meals celebrating local , seasonal produce .
`` The evening will finish with a spectacular lantern-lit return to the station to rejoin the train back to Kidderminster .
“ Passengers on our Explorer and Adventurer excursion trains will also be able to enjoy vintage afternoon teas at the Engine House .
`` Both these and tables for the Saturday dining evenings must be pre-booked , and we ’ re expecting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ locally-sourced menus on offer .
” Tickets are available at svr.co.uk or by phoning 01562 757900 .

Its programme of family-targeted services throughout August has proved extremely popular, with many trains selling out.
Private compartments for up to six people remain priced at £75 and for September the railway is introducing a price of £40 for two people and £20 for one at tables in the open non-compartment coach, where passengers will need to wear face masks throughout the journey.
From September 1, the leading heritage railway will continue to run two daily excursion trains, one from Kidderminster and one from Bridgnorth, with morning departures on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays.
Additionally, on Fridays, there will be three diesel-hauled round trips starting from Kidderminster, featuring a different class of locomotive each week.
On Saturdays - traditionally the most popular day for visitors - there will be two excursion trains from Kidderminster and one from Bridgnorth, with the addition of a Sunset Special service departing from Kidderminster in the early evenings.
Passengers can either alight at Highley for a pre-booked dining experience at the Engine House, or they can choose to travel the full length of the line to Bridgnorth.
Helen Smith, the railway’s general manager, said: "We’ve been delighted at the uptake of our full-day excursion services this month, and have received extremely positive feedback from our visitors, who have loved having their own private compartment for the whole day.
"Now we’re able to add in diesel-hauled services on Fridays, along with our steam-hauled Sunset Special service on Saturday evenings.
“We’re particularly excited about our new Saturday dining experiences at the Engine House, Highley, where we’ll be serving three-course meals celebrating local, seasonal produce.
"The evening will finish with a spectacular lantern-lit return to the station to rejoin the train back to Kidderminster.
“Passengers on our Explorer and Adventurer excursion trains will also be able to enjoy vintage afternoon teas at the Engine House.
"Both these and tables for the Saturday dining evenings must be pre-booked, and we’re expecting a high demand for the delicious, locally-sourced menus on offer. ”
Tickets are available at svr.co.uk or by phoning 01562 757900.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-30--Coronavirus: Why vaping could increase your risk of developing Covid-19

Smoking has been shown to be a risk factor for more severe forms of COVID-19 , and now vaping is under fire for similar reasons - according to a recent study .
The research , published by researchers from Stanford and the University of California , San Francisco showed that vaping significantly increases the likelihood of a COVID-19 diagnosis among young people aged 13 to 24 in the US .
The researchers conducted a survey in which they asked participants whether they ever vaped , smoked or both ( defined as “ dual use ” ) , and whether they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ asked if they had experienced symptoms , been tested for COVID-19 or had a positive diagnosis .
What were the results ?
The results suggested a strong association between vaping or dual use , and being diagnosed with COVID-19 .
In fact , having ever vaped or having been a dual user makes you at least five times more likely to have had a diagnosis of COVID-19 .
That risk rises by seven-fold for current dual users .
What was most striking about this study was that the authors didn ’ t find @ @ @ @ @ @ @ among smokers .
The increased likelihood of a diagnosis appears to be driven primarily by vaping .
There were some anomalies : the study also appears to suggest that having ever vaped places you at higher risk of COVID-19 than if you currently vape .
No account was taken of the myriad flavourings and devices available : were there particular flavours , or devices which are more strongly associated with risk of COVID ?
We don ’ t yet know .
So why might vaping increase your risk of getting COVID-19 ?
Here @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gets into cells Viruses can ’ t replicate outside of a host cell – in order to get in , they need to attach onto a specific receptor .
The more receptors present in our bodies , the greater our susceptibility to infection .
SARS-CoV-2 , the virus which causes COVID-19 , attaches to a receptor called ACE-2 .
Studies have shown people who smoke have increased expression of ACE-2 on lung cells , a change largely driven by nicotine exposure .
So it seems likely that a similar mechanism may be at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nicotine-containing vape .
E-cigarettes can directly damage lung cells .
This damage is likely to lead to reduced lung function and leave you more susceptible to lung infections , including COVID-19 .
The lungs are constantly exposed to the viruses and bacteria that we breathe in , and it ’ s important that the immune system acts promptly to remove these .
But vaping damages key immune cells such as macrophages and monocytes , which recognise and respond to invading pathogens .
This makes it harder for the body to effectively respond to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that exposing already harmful lung pathogens to vape made them more virulent , and cause more inflammation .
For some bacteria , the observed effect was greater when exposed to vape , compared to cigarette smoke .
Increasingly we are seeing evidence that e-cigarettes make it harder for the lungs to effectively fight infection , while at the same time increasing inflammation in a way which eventually causes damage to the lungs .
This study should come as a stark warning to vapers , and in particular young people , about the risk @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the coronavirus pandemic .
We need to move away from ambiguous public health messaging around vaping , in which we suggest that it ’ s “ safer ” than smoking .
This , often government-led narrative , suggests that vaping is predominantly used to help people quit smoking .
But the numbers of people vaping who have never smoked are increasing steadily .
It further fails to acknowledge the danger of vaping on its own and the hazards associated with people who both smoke cigarettes and vape .
The coronavirus pandemic isn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : we need to understand where the risks lie , and develop strategies to reduce our risk .
• This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license .

The research, published by researchers from Stanford and the University of California, San Francisco showed that vaping significantly increases the likelihood of a COVID-19 diagnosis among young people aged 13 to 24 in the US.
The researchers conducted a survey in which they asked participants whether they ever vaped, smoked or both (defined as “dual use”), and whether they were current users.
Participants were then asked if they had experienced symptoms, been tested for COVID-19 or had a positive diagnosis.
What were the results?
The results suggested a strong association between vaping or dual use, and being diagnosed with COVID-19.
In fact, having ever vaped or having been a dual user makes you at least five times more likely to have had a diagnosis of COVID-19.
That risk rises by seven-fold for current dual users. What was most striking about this study was that the authors didn’t find a similar increased risk of the disease among smokers. The increased likelihood of a diagnosis appears to be driven primarily by vaping.
There were some anomalies: the study also appears to suggest that having ever vaped places you at higher risk of COVID-19 than if you currently vape. No account was taken of the myriad flavourings and devices available: were there particular flavours, or devices which are more strongly associated with risk of COVID? We don’t yet know.
So why might vaping increase your risk of getting COVID-19? Here are some possibilities.
How the virus gets into cells
Viruses can’t replicate outside of a host cell – in order to get in, they need to attach onto a specific receptor. The more receptors present in our bodies, the greater our susceptibility to infection. SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes COVID-19, attaches to a receptor called ACE-2.
Studies have shown people who smoke have increased expression of ACE-2 on lung cells, a change largely driven by nicotine exposure. So it seems likely that a similar mechanism may be at play when lung cells are exposed to nicotine-containing vape.
Vaping damages your lungs
E-cigarettes can directly damage lung cells. This damage is likely to lead to reduced lung function and leave you more susceptible to lung infections, including COVID-19.
The lungs are constantly exposed to the viruses and bacteria that we breathe in, and it’s important that the immune system acts promptly to remove these.
But vaping damages key immune cells such as macrophages and monocytes, which recognise and respond to invading pathogens.
This makes it harder for the body to effectively respond to infections.
Research in our group showed that exposing already harmful lung pathogens to vape made them more virulent, and cause more inflammation.
For some bacteria, the observed effect was greater when exposed to vape, compared to cigarette smoke.
Increasingly we are seeing evidence that e-cigarettes make it harder for the lungs to effectively fight infection, while at the same time increasing inflammation in a way which eventually causes damage to the lungs.
Should I stop vaping?
This study should come as a stark warning to vapers, and in particular young people, about the risk of vaping, particularly against the backdrop of the coronavirus pandemic.
We need to move away from ambiguous public health messaging around vaping, in which we suggest that it’s “safer” than smoking.
This, often government-led narrative, suggests that vaping is predominantly used to help people quit smoking. But the numbers of people vaping who have never smoked are increasing steadily.
It further fails to acknowledge the danger of vaping on its own and the hazards associated with people who both smoke cigarettes and vape.
The coronavirus pandemic isn’t going away any time soon: we need to understand where the risks lie, and develop strategies to reduce our risk.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-30--Death notices from this week's Kidderminster Shuttle

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kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-30--Most common driving test mistakes revealed (and how to avoid them)

The most common driving test mistakes have been revealed .
While the pass rate for 2019 represents a tiny improvement ( 0.1 per cent ) on 2018 , official data shows that the same common errors catch out candidates year after year , with observation and control among the biggest issues .
To help learners spot these mistakes Collingwood Insurance analysed the DVSA data on the most common reasons for failing a driving test .
We 've put together the top five most common errors , along with advice on how to avoid them .
Proper observation is key to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ driving career .
According to government figures , 39 per cent of all accidents in Great Britain in 2017 were caused by a driver failing to look properly and it was a contributing factor in 35,993 accidents in that year .
The stakes are high , so it ’ s no wonder that your driving examiner will be closely watching for your every observation and check , especially when approaching a junction .
To avoid making this mistake , approach each junction or roundabout at a safe speed , and be confident that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of oncoming traffic .
You need to make sure that your observations are just as strong in challenging weather conditions and poor light , as well as being watchful of other vehicles , including bikes and motorbikes .
Not checking your mirror before changing direction , overtaking , or changing lanes was found to be the second most common driving test mistake .
Mirror checks are absolutely crucial and should become a compulsive habit when driving .
Before changing direction , moving off , slowing down , turning , or overtaking , you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that other road users are aware of your intentions and have time to react .
Avoid making this classic mistake on your test by ensuring that you check your rear-view and appropriate side-view mirror every time you are ready to alter your direction .
The key to avoiding failing your test due to a steering fault is about making sure you always stay in your lane and retain full control over the car — regardless of the weather conditions .
The best way to do this is by making sure you follow the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to it , knock , or mount it —this will be marked as a major fault in your test and result in an automatic fail .
Turning right at a junction can be a particularly nerve-wracking manoeuvre for many learner drivers .
As well as observing the speed and distance of the oncoming traffic and judging your timing perfectly , you will also need to master the turn itself and position your vehicle so that it doesn ’ t cut the corner .
This manoeuvre can be particularly dangerous , so be sure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ turn when you are fully confident that the road is clear and it is safe to do so .
In order to pass your test , you need to prove to the examiner that you can move off safely , on both level and sloped services .
A single stall won ’ t result in instant failure , but you ’ ll certainly be in trouble if you stall regularly .
In order to avoid this mistake , don ’ t rush , make sure that you ’ re in first gear , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lift pressure from the clutch until you find the bite , slowly release the handbrake while putting more pressure on the accelerator , then gradually lift all pressure from the clutch as you keep your right foot steady on the accelerator .

While the pass rate for 2019 represents a tiny improvement (0.1 per cent) on 2018, official data shows that the same common errors catch out candidates year after year, with observation and control among the biggest issues.
To help learners spot these mistakes Collingwood Insurance analysed the DVSA data on the most common reasons for failing a driving test.
We've put together the top five most common errors, along with advice on how to avoid them.
1. Junctions – observation
Proper observation is key to a successful driving test and a safe driving career.
According to government figures, 39 per cent of all accidents in Great Britain in 2017 were caused by a driver failing to look properly and it was a contributing factor in 35,993 accidents in that year.
The stakes are high, so it’s no wonder that your driving examiner will be closely watching for your every observation and check, especially when approaching a junction.
To avoid making this mistake, approach each junction or roundabout at a safe speed, and be confident that you can judge the speed and distance of oncoming traffic.
You need to make sure that your observations are just as strong in challenging weather conditions and poor light, as well as being watchful of other vehicles, including bikes and motorbikes.
2. Mirrors – change direction
Not checking your mirror before changing direction, overtaking, or changing lanes was found to be the second most common driving test mistake.
Mirror checks are absolutely crucial and should become a compulsive habit when driving.
Before changing direction, moving off, slowing down, turning, or overtaking, you must check your mirrors and make sure that other road users are aware of your intentions and have time to react.
Avoid making this classic mistake on your test by ensuring that you check your rear-view and appropriate side-view mirror every time you are ready to alter your direction.
3. Control – steering
The key to avoiding failing your test due to a steering fault is about making sure you always stay in your lane and retain full control over the car — regardless of the weather conditions.
The best way to do this is by making sure you follow the kerb, but never veer too close to it, knock, or mount it —this will be marked as a major fault in your test and result in an automatic fail.
4. Junctions – turning right
Turning right at a junction can be a particularly nerve-wracking manoeuvre for many learner drivers.
As well as observing the speed and distance of the oncoming traffic and judging your timing
perfectly, you will also need to master the turn itself and position your vehicle so that it doesn’t cut the corner.
This manoeuvre can be particularly dangerous, so be sure to stay vigilant and only take the turn when you are fully confident that the road is clear and it is safe to do so.
5. Move off – safely
In order to pass your test, you need to prove to the examiner that you can move off safely, on both level and sloped services.
A single stall won’t result in instant failure, but you’ll certainly be in trouble if you stall regularly.
In order to avoid this mistake, don’t rush, make sure that you’re in first gear, gently put pressure on the accelerator and lift pressure from the clutch until you find the bite, slowly release the handbrake while putting more pressure on the accelerator, then gradually lift all pressure from the clutch as you keep your right foot steady on the accelerator.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-30--5 bargain properties you can buy in Worcester

Worcester is home to some gorgeous properties- and some of them are more affordable than others .
If you can ’ t afford to pay a huge deposit , there are houses and flats in the region which you can get for less than £100,000 Here are five bargain property listings on Zoopla .
This two bedroom apartment has “ ample storage ” and described as a spacious accommodation .
It also benefits from double glazing and garage en bloc .
This property is for cash buyers only- find out more about this property on Zoopla .
For this bargain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the house .
The property itself has two bedrooms and even benefits from a garden and an allocated parking area .
Curious to learn more ?
Visit the Zoopla listing .
Windmill Close £100,000 This one bedroom flat is up for grabs- and it ’ s for over 60s only .
The property itself has a double bedroom and the area benefits from a communal gardens .
Curious to learn more ?
Visit the listing on Zoopla .
Looking for a two bedroom flat to buy ?
You could have 40 % @ @ @ @ @ @ @ itself is a Grade II listed building in a highly sought after location .
It also benefits from “ large ” communal courtyard .
Learn more about this property on Zoopla .
This one bedroom flat is ideal for investors as it can potentially generate a high rental income .
It is a first floor property with communal gardens and parking facilities .

If you can’t afford to pay a huge deposit, there are houses and flats in the region which you can get for less than £100,000
Here are five bargain property listings on Zoopla.
Diani House
£95,000
Diani House (Photo: Zoopla)
This two bedroom apartment has “ample storage” and described as a spacious accommodation.
It also benefits from double glazing and garage en bloc.
This property is for cash buyers only- find out more about this property on Zoopla.
Goldsmith Road
£75,000
Goldsmith Road (Photo: Zoopla)
For this bargain price, you get 50% ownership of the house.
The property itself has two bedrooms and even benefits from a garden and an allocated parking area.
Curious to learn more? Visit the Zoopla listing.
Windmill Close
£100,000
Windmill Close (Photo: Zoopla)
This one bedroom flat is up for grabs- and it’s for over 60s only.
The property itself has a double bedroom and the area benefits from a communal gardens.
Curious to learn more? Visit the listing on Zoopla.
Barbourne Works
£56,000
Barbourne Works (Photo: Zoopla)
Looking for a two bedroom flat to buy? You could have 40% ownership of this property.
This property itself is a Grade II listed building in a highly sought after location.
It also benefits from “large” communal courtyard.
Learn more about this property on Zoopla.
Hamble Close
£75,000
Hamble Close (Photo: Zoopla)
This one bedroom flat is ideal for investors as it can potentially generate a high rental income.
It is a first floor property with communal gardens and parking facilities.
Curious to learn more? Visit Zoopla.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-31--Patients' mental health at risk if KEMP can't raise funds

NURSES at KEMP Hospice have seen firsthand the emotional toll the coronavirus pandemic is having on its patients as the charity takes its services into people 's homes for the first time .
The Wyre Forest hospice issued an urgent plea for donations towards its new Resilience Fund last month to allow the charity to deliver its free specialist care to the homes of patients who are still unable to visit the Kidderminster hospice in person .
Since the beginning of August , KEMP 's nurses have been out caring for people in the community , which meant an emotional @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had any face-to-face contact with another person for 16 weeks .
Nurse Emma Yarsley said : “ One patient cried when she saw one of our nurses .
`` While she had received wellbeing calls from her family and KEMP , it was the first face-to-face contact she had had with anyone since lockdown .
“ Even those married or living with their partner have been feeling down as they miss coming into to KEMP and seeing everyone .
`` Strong bonds are formed in our day hospice and they had really missed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like family to them .
`` A patient ’ s trip to see us each week is a lifeline for them , and equally importantly , it also gives their partners some respite .
COVID-19 has done a lot of damage to many people ’ s mental health .
“ We phone all of our of patients and say please call us if you need anything , but a lot of people won ’ t do that .
`` Pride often stops them for asking for help , so for us to go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we can , has made a huge difference to their lives for the better.
” As well as providing specialist nursing care and improving patients ’ mental wellbeing , the home visits have also meant KEMP has gained a greater understanding of physical needs .
“ Previously patients would come into day hospice and we would carry out the assessment based on what we discussed , '' said Emma .
`` But now we are visiting them at home , we can see how they are moving around their space and whether there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or other injuries .
`` We can suggest aids , equipment , and adaptations to help them stay safe at home which is brilliant .
`` We also check weight , height , and mobility to monitor each patient throughout each visit .
`` This way we can see if they need assistance from our other services such as physiotherapy or complementary therapy to support them.
” She added : `` When you knock on a patient ’ s door , it is really rewarding to know we are making such a difference @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so passionate about supporting the most vulnerable in the Wyre Forest area through this time and into the future and we really hope our community can continue to support us.
” The hospice still needs urgent financial support to enable home visits to continue while restrictions prevent patients coming into the hospice , and is urging people to get behind its Resilience Fund appeal .
“ It really worries me that the mental health of Wyre Forest ’ s most vulnerable may continue to deteriorate if KEMP is unable to raise vital funds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ patients have always been at the heart of all we do , and with the support of the Wyre Forest community , I know we can continue to help our patients by not only taking care of physical needs , but their all-important emotional wellbeing too.
” To make a donation , go to kemphospice.org.uk/resilience-fund or call 01562 756066 .

The Wyre Forest hospice issued an urgent plea for donations towards its new Resilience Fund last month to allow the charity to deliver its free specialist care to the homes of patients who are still unable to visit the Kidderminster hospice in person.
Since the beginning of August, KEMP's nurses have been out caring for people in the community, which meant an emotional reunion for some patients who hadn't had any face-to-face contact with another person for 16 weeks.
KEMP Hospice nurse Emma Yarsley
Nurse Emma Yarsley said: “One patient cried when she saw one of our nurses.
"While she had received wellbeing calls from her family and KEMP, it was the first face-to-face contact she had had with anyone since lockdown.
“Even those married or living with their partner have been feeling down as they miss coming into to KEMP and seeing everyone.
"Strong bonds are formed in our day hospice and they had really missed friends and our team who have become like family to them.
"A patient’s trip to see us each week is a lifeline for them, and equally importantly, it also gives their partners some respite. COVID-19 has done a lot of damage to many people’s mental health.
“We phone all of our of patients and say please call us if you need anything, but a lot of people won’t do that.
"Pride often stops them for asking for help, so for us to go out into our community and offer all we can, has made a huge difference to their lives for the better.”
As well as providing specialist nursing care and improving patients’ mental wellbeing, the home visits have also meant KEMP has gained a greater understanding of physical needs.
“Previously patients would come into day hospice and we would carry out the assessment based on what we discussed," said Emma. "But now we are visiting them at home, we can see how they are moving around their space and whether there are any hazards which could cause falls or other injuries.
"We can suggest aids, equipment, and adaptations to help them stay safe at home which is brilliant.
"We also check weight, height, and mobility to monitor each patient throughout each visit.
"This way we can see if they need assistance from our other services such as physiotherapy or complementary therapy to support them.”
She added: "When you knock on a patient’s door, it is really rewarding to know we are making such a difference to them.
"We are all so passionate about supporting the most vulnerable in the Wyre Forest area through this time and into the future and we really hope our community can continue to support us.”
The hospice still needs urgent financial support to enable home visits to continue while restrictions prevent patients coming into the hospice, and is urging people to get behind its Resilience Fund appeal.
“It really worries me that the mental health of Wyre Forest’s most vulnerable may continue to deteriorate if KEMP is unable to raise vital funds," said Emma.
"Our patients have always been at the heart of all we do, and with the support of the Wyre Forest community, I know we can continue to help our patients by not only taking care of physical needs, but their all-important emotional wellbeing too.”
To make a donation, go to kemphospice.org.uk/resilience-fund or call 01562 756066.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-31--Great shots: The Advertiser and Shuttle Camera Club selection

Here are some of our favourites from this week 's Advertiser and Shuttle Camera Club Facebook group .


kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-31--Royal backing for Farming Awards

Royal backing for Farming Awards

OUR Farming Awards have got Royal backing .
The annual Three Counties Farmer Awards are being supported by The Duchy of Cornwall , managed by Prince Charles .
The Duchy has strong links to Herefordshire through the Guys Estate in the county , which it considers it 's 'jewel in the crown ' .
The Duchy are this year sponsoring the Fruit/Hop Farmer of the Year Award in what is set to be a bumper year for the awards .
A steady stream of entries mean we already have a record number of nominations , with weeks to go before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But in this year of Covid we want to make sure all those in the agricultural sector who have done such outstanding work are recognised .
The awards highlight best practice , and that matches the focus of the Duchy .
It 's primary job is to to provide an income from its assets for the heir to the throne .
It has large holdings in Dartmoor and 258 farms , smallholdings and other farmland and woodland it lets out .
Prince Charles has made it a priority that the estate 'applies environmental @ @ @ @ @ @ @ management approach and to consult local communities about the style of proposed development activities ' .
The agricultural estate consists of arable and livestock farms .
The Guy ’ s Estate extends to some 4,620 hectares consisting predominantly of Grade 2 land , with equal small amounts of Grade 1 and Grade 3 land .
It covers some 15 miles from the southern end at Ross-on-Wye to just north of Hereford .
There are 130 tenancies .
The Guy ’ s Estate added to the Duchy ’ s presence in Herefordshire where it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 749 hectares close to the Worcester border .
• To nominate someone for an award go to https : //www.herefordtimes.com/awards/tcf/ and fill in the online form .
Entries close on September 18 .
Categories are : Sheep Farmer Award ; Farm Conservation ; Cattle Farmer ; Family Run Farm ; Pig Farmer ; Young Farmer ( under 25 ) ; Poultry Farmer ; Farming Hero ; Arable Farmer ; Farming Contractor ; Fruit/Hop Farmer ; Outstanding Achievement .
This year ’ s awards ceremony takes place in November in the form of a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ array of stars either hosting or dropping in with special messages .

The annual Three Counties Farmer Awards are being supported by The Duchy of Cornwall, managed by Prince Charles.
The Duchy has strong links to Herefordshire through the Guys Estate in the county, which it considers it's 'jewel in the crown'.
The Duchy are this year sponsoring the Fruit/Hop Farmer of the Year Award in what is set to be a bumper year for the awards.
A steady stream of entries mean we already have a record number of nominations, with weeks to go before the nominations deadline on September 18.
But in this year of Covid we want to make sure all those in the agricultural sector who have done such outstanding work are recognised.
The awards highlight best practice, and that matches the focus of the Duchy.
It's primary job is to to provide an income from its assets for the heir to the throne.
It has large holdings in Dartmoor and 258 farms, smallholdings and other farmland and woodland it lets out.
Prince Charles has made it a priority that the estate 'applies environmental and agricultural good practice within its overall management approach and to consult local communities about the style of proposed development activities'.
The agricultural estate consists of arable and livestock farms.
The Guy’s Estate extends to some 4,620 hectares consisting predominantly of Grade 2 land, with equal small amounts of Grade 1 and Grade 3 land. It covers some 15 miles from the southern end at Ross-on-Wye to just north of Hereford. There are 130 tenancies.
The Guy’s Estate added to the Duchy’s presence in Herefordshire where it already owned the Cradley Estate, some 749 hectares close to the Worcester border.
To nominate someone for an award go to https://www.herefordtimes.com/awards/tcf/ and fill in the online form.
Entries close on September 18. Categories are: Sheep Farmer Award; Farm Conservation; Cattle Farmer; Family Run Farm; Pig Farmer; Young Farmer (under 25); Poultry Farmer; Farming Hero; Arable Farmer; Farming Contractor; Fruit/Hop Farmer; Outstanding Achievement.
This year’s awards ceremony takes place in November in the form of a digital live broadcast and includes a star-studded array of stars either hosting or dropping in with special messages.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-08-31--New TV show Ambulance: Code Red starts tonight (Monday)

A BRAND new TV series following critical care medics across the West Midlands and Worcestershire starts tonight ( Bank Holiday Monday ) .
Ambulance : Code Red , which starts tonight at 9pm on Channel 5 , follows the highly-skilled lifesaving paramedics and doctors who work with West Midlands Ambulance Service and the Midlands Air Ambulance as they tend to critically ill and injured patients across the region .
In the first episode , the teams work to treat a man who suffered a fit and went into cardiac arrest ; a child who has been knocked over by a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thrown from her horse onto a concrete path ; an elderly woman who has fallen over in her home badly breaking her ankle ; and a car that somersaulted and collided with a lamppost .
Critical care paramedic Tom Waters , who was awarded a Pride of Britain award for helping to save the life of Alton Towers rollercoaster crash victim Leah Washington in 2015 , is part of the team featured throughout the series .
He said of his work : “ It ’ s a really challenging role but really rewarding @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in our control rooms to make sure patients get to the specialist care they need for example major trauma centres and cardiac care units , often bypassing the local hospital .
“ Our role is very much to work alongside ambulance crews , not take over from them .
`` By working with them , we are able to ensure patients get the best are possible.
” Ian Roberts , air operations manager for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity , said the TV series , which was filmed before the coronavirus pandemic , gives @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of a critical care team within the Midlands '' and he added : “ The pre-hospital doctors and critical care paramedics on-board the helicopters and critical care cars bring specialist skills , advanced medicines and procedures to an incident scene and work together with colleagues in the ambulance service to give the patients the very best chance of recovery and survival .
”

Ambulance: Code Red, which starts tonight at 9pm on Channel 5, follows the highly-skilled lifesaving paramedics and doctors who work with West Midlands Ambulance Service and the Midlands Air Ambulance as they tend to critically ill and injured patients across the region.
In the first episode, the teams work to treat a man who suffered a fit and went into cardiac arrest; a child who has been knocked over by a car; a woman who has been thrown from her horse onto a concrete path; an elderly woman who has fallen over in her home badly breaking her ankle; and a car that somersaulted and collided with a lamppost.
Critical care paramedic Tom Waters, who was awarded a Pride of Britain award for helping to save the life of Alton Towers rollercoaster crash victim Leah Washington in 2015, is part of the team featured throughout the series.
Paramedic Tom Waters. Image - Curve Media
He said of his work: “It’s a really challenging role but really rewarding.
"We work with the staff in our control rooms to make sure patients get to the specialist care they need for example major trauma centres and cardiac care units, often bypassing the local hospital.
“Our role is very much to work alongside ambulance crews, not take over from them.
"By working with them, we are able to ensure patients get the best are possible.”
Ian Roberts, air operations manager for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, said the TV series, which was filmed before the coronavirus pandemic, gives a "unique insight into the work of a critical care team within the Midlands" and he added: “The pre-hospital doctors and critical care paramedics on-board the helicopters and critical care cars bring specialist skills, advanced medicines and procedures to an incident scene and work together with colleagues in the ambulance service to give the patients the very best chance of recovery and survival.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-01--Police 'very concerned' for teen missing in Kidderminster

A MISSING persons appeal has been launched by police for a 16-year-old boy believed to be in the Kidderminster area @ @ @ @ @ to be in Kidderminster on Sunday evening ( August 30 ) but has not been @ @ @ @ @ described as mixed race , of medium build and approximately 5 ft 7 .
Theo @ @ @ @ @ jogging bottoms and a grey hoodie .
Police say they are `` very concerned '' @ @ @ @ @ he could be in the area around Kidderminster town centre or in Wolverley .
A @ @ @ @ @ : `` Officers are very concerned for Theo Murray who is believed to be in @ @ @ @ @ .
He may also be in the Wolverley area .
`` If anyone has seen @ @ @ @ @ whereabouts , please call West Mercia Police on 101 . ''

Theo Murray was reported to be in Kidderminster on Sunday evening (August 30) but has not been seen since.
He is described as mixed race, of medium build and approximately 5 ft 7.
Theo was last seen wearing blue jogging bottoms and a grey hoodie.
Police say they are "very concerned" for his welfare and believe he could be in the area around Kidderminster town centre or in Wolverley.
A West Mercia Police spokesman said: "Officers are very concerned for Theo Murray who is believed to be in Kidderminster around the town centre. He may also be in the Wolverley area.
"If anyone has seen him or knows of his whereabouts, please call West Mercia Police on 101."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-01--Kidderminster hair and beauty specialists open new town salon

TWO Kidderminster hair and beauty specialists have launched their own salon in the town following a five-figure investment .
Alisha Barnett , 23 , and business partner , 25-year-old Tessa Rouse , have joined together to open AT Hair and Beauty in Offmore Road .
The ambitious Kidderminster-born pair have invested £20,000 into the business , which they have transformed into a stylish salon offering a full range of hair and beauty services – with the promise of new jobs in the future .
Alisha and Tessa , who have a combined 15 years of experience in the industry , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and say it ’ s a dream to open their own business which is already proving popular with a growing number of customers .
They also plan to expand further in the next 18 months by taking on an additional hairdresser , a nail artist , and an apprentice .
Tessa said : “ Alisha and I are great friends and have known each other for around 10 years .
`` We have been really fortunate to have had a great grounding in the industry , but owning and growing our own salon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` After lots of hard work , decisions and planning , we are delighted to have opened and to be offering the whole range of hair and beauty treatments under one roof.
” Alisha added : “ More than anything , we want the salon to be known as a luxury and relaxing place to come and be pampered .
`` The feedback and comments we ’ ve had in our first few weeks has been amazing and we are obsessed with making sure every last detail and the atmosphere is perfect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ going in the right direction and we are determined that as the business develops , we will be in a position to grow our team in the months and years ahead.
” Starting her hairdressing career when she was 16 , over the past eight years Tessa has completed several qualifications at London ’ s Toni and Guy Academy and has worked backstage at two London Fashion Weeks .
Alisha kicked off her career in the industry in 2015 and has since moved to concentrate on the beauty side of the industry , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lash lifting and a range of nail treatments .
The salon , which benefits from free street parking , can be found at 112 Offmore Road , Kidderminster .
Customers can call 01562 69389 for more information .

Alisha Barnett, 23, and business partner, 25-year-old Tessa Rouse, have joined together to open AT Hair and Beauty in Offmore Road.
The ambitious Kidderminster-born pair have invested £20,000 into the business, which they have transformed into a stylish salon offering a full range of hair and beauty services – with the promise of new jobs in the future.
Alisha and Tessa, who have a combined 15 years of experience in the industry, have worked together in other local salons and say it’s a dream to open their own business which is already proving popular with a growing number of customers.
They also plan to expand further in the next 18 months by taking on an additional hairdresser, a nail artist, and an apprentice.
Tessa said: “Alisha and I are great friends and have known each other for around 10 years.
"We have been really fortunate to have had a great grounding in the industry, but owning and growing our own salon and has always been our big ambition.
"After lots of hard work, decisions and planning, we are delighted to have opened and to be offering the whole range of hair and beauty treatments under one roof.”
Alisha added: “More than anything, we want the salon to be known as a luxury and relaxing place to come and be pampered.
"The feedback and comments we’ve had in our first few weeks has been amazing and we are obsessed with making sure every last detail and the atmosphere is perfect for our customers.
“Everything is going in the right direction and we are determined that as the business develops, we will be in a position to grow our team in the months and years ahead.”
Starting her hairdressing career when she was 16, over the past eight years Tessa has completed several qualifications at London’s Toni and Guy Academy and has worked backstage at two London Fashion Weeks.
Alisha kicked off her career in the industry in 2015 and has since moved to concentrate on the beauty side of the industry, becoming a sought-after expert in waxing, lash lifting and a range of nail treatments.
The salon, which benefits from free street parking, can be found at 112 Offmore Road, Kidderminster. Customers can call 01562 69389 for more information.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-01--Cricket: Seventh straight loss for Bromsgrove but Barnt Green beat Kidderminster

BROMSGROVE CC 's miserable Birmingham League campaign continued with a seventh straight defeat after suffering a three-wicket reverse against Barnards Green .
Worcestershire wicketkeeper Alex Milton made 55 while Freddie Fallows struck a further 29 as Bromsgrove recovered from being 34-4 at one stage to reach 149 all out .
Barnards Green opening bat Mahaaz Ahmed then laid the foundation for his side 's victory with 65 while Will Tuffin with 3-44 and Alex Wilkinson who took 2-16 proving the pick of Bromsgrove 's bowling attack .
There was better news for Barnt Green who easily beat previous Group 4 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The Green got themselves off to a flying start thanks to Warwickshire pinch hitter Ed Pollock who plundered a run-a-ball 47 while opening partner Ben Chapman-Lilley added 34 .
They were both upstaged by wicketkeeper Amrinder Brar , who has arrived at the Green from Smethwick and soon made his mark with the bat by bludgeoning 102 not out off just 80 balls , his innings including 13 fours and three sixes .
Will Baker waded in with a further 38 not out as the Green posted a formidable 241-4 from their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just 96 all out in reply , Jore Miszkowski making a modest top score of 36 .
Strike bowler Andy Sutton caused the initial damage by taking 3-15 while Jacques Banton bagged 3-21 , Robbie Shurmer mopping up with 2-17 .
Elsewhere , Peter Scott proved Halesowen 's hero after producing a momentous innings to secure his side a stunning one-wicket win over Ombersley in the Birmingham League 's Graham Williamson Trophy .
Halesowen appeared destined for a hefty defeat when Scott arrived at the crease with his side already struggling at 59-5 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The situation worsened as Halesowen slumped to 97-7 before Scott found a willing partner in James Rudge .
They took the score to 164-8 when Rudge was removed having made 25 and another wicket fell four runs later before Scott was joined by last man Eddie Rhodes .
The pair refused to budge and took Halesowen over the winning line by the slenderest of margins , reaching 193-9 with five balls to spare .
Scott 's defiance saw him total 77 not out off 54 balls , that included seven fours and four @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Nick Hammond 's earlier efforts with the bat when he blasted 100 for Ombersley and together with Dave Brazier , who made 54 , put on 134 runs for the fourth wicket .
Eddie Rhodes restricted the run rate with bowling figures of 3-26 , Charlie Greening claimed 3-50 while man of the match Scott chipped in with 2-37 .
Himley 's hopes of success in Group Two are fast subsiding after they slumped to a seven-wicket reverse against Smethwick .
After electing to bat first , Himley simply failed to put anywhere @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they were bowled out for a below-par 116 .
Himley 's prospects looked poor from the moment they lost in-form Worcestershire opening batsman Ollie Westbury for just four runs .
Opening partner James Lunn did manage to muster 36 but Smethwick made light of their task in reply .
Hasnain Mahmood hit 63 not out while Hamza Ahmed added 37 , the pair producing 86 for the second wicket to provide the platform for victory .
Something has to give this coming weekend as Halesowen host Barnt Green while Kidderminster look to recover @ @ @ @

Worcestershire wicketkeeper Alex Milton made 55 while Freddie Fallows struck a further 29 as Bromsgrove recovered from being 34-4 at one stage to reach 149 all out.
Barnards Green opening bat Mahaaz Ahmed then laid the foundation for his side's victory with 65 while Will Tuffin with 3-44 and Alex Wilkinson who took 2-16 proving the pick of Bromsgrove's bowling attack.
There was better news for Barnt Green who easily beat previous Group 4 leaders Kidderminster by a commanding 145-run margin.
The Green got themselves off to a flying start thanks to Warwickshire pinch hitter Ed Pollock who plundered a run-a-ball 47 while opening partner Ben Chapman-Lilley added 34.
They were both upstaged by wicketkeeper Amrinder Brar, who has arrived at the Green from Smethwick and soon made his mark with the bat by bludgeoning 102 not out off just 80 balls, his innings including 13 fours and three sixes.
Will Baker waded in with a further 38 not out as the Green posted a formidable 241-4 from their allotted 40 overs.
Kidderminster crashed to just 96 all out in reply, Jore Miszkowski making a modest top score of 36.
Strike bowler Andy Sutton caused the initial damage by taking 3-15 while Jacques Banton bagged 3-21, Robbie Shurmer mopping up with 2-17.
Elsewhere, Peter Scott proved Halesowen's hero after producing a momentous innings to secure his side a stunning one-wicket win over Ombersley in the Birmingham League's Graham Williamson Trophy.
Halesowen appeared destined for a hefty defeat when Scott arrived at the crease with his side already struggling at 59-5 in pursuit of Ombersley's 189-8.
The situation worsened as Halesowen slumped to 97-7 before Scott found a willing partner in James Rudge.
They took the score to 164-8 when Rudge was removed having made 25 and another wicket fell four runs later before Scott was joined by last man Eddie Rhodes.
The pair refused to budge and took Halesowen over the winning line by the slenderest of margins, reaching 193-9 with five balls to spare.
Scott's defiance saw him total 77 not out off 54 balls, that included seven fours and four sixes.
It took the shine off Nick Hammond's earlier efforts with the bat when he blasted 100 for Ombersley and together with Dave Brazier, who made 54, put on 134 runs for the fourth wicket.
Eddie Rhodes restricted the run rate with bowling figures of 3-26, Charlie Greening claimed 3-50 while man of the match Scott chipped in with 2-37.
Himley's hopes of success in Group Two are fast subsiding after they slumped to a seven-wicket reverse against Smethwick.
After electing to bat first, Himley simply failed to put anywhere near enough runs on the board as they were bowled out for a below-par 116.
Himley's prospects looked poor from the moment they lost in-form Worcestershire opening batsman Ollie Westbury for just four runs.
Opening partner James Lunn did manage to muster 36 but Smethwick made light of their task in reply.
Hasnain Mahmood hit 63 not out while Hamza Ahmed added 37, the pair producing 86 for the second wicket to provide the platform for victory.
Something has to give this coming weekend as Halesowen host Barnt Green while Kidderminster look to recover at Barnards Green.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-01--Shooting ground to open at Kidderminster greyhound track site

A NEW shooting ground and air rifle range is set to open at a 62-acre country estate in Kidderminster after the land was sold at auction .
The site of the old Honeybrook Kennels , off Bridgnorth Road , was sold to Shatterford resident Tim Warrington in July after going up for sale with a guide price of £800,000 .
The land , which features a 19th century four-bedroom former farmhouse , had remained in the same family for more than 60 years and , until 15 years ago , operated a commercial dog breeding and greyhound school .
Work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ land and erect new stands ready for the launch of Shatterford Shooting Ground on October 11 .
The ground will be available to book for clay pigeon shooting and air rifle target shooting on two Sundays per month between 10am and 3pm .
The new owner also hopes to restore the old greyhound schooling track after receiving substantial interest from trainers in the area .
Mr Warrington told The Shuttle : `` The greyhound track is still in pretty good condition .
I reckon we can get it up and running again pretty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in competitions when I was younger and this is an ideal site for clay pigeon shooting because of the rolling hills .
`` We 're just testing out the waters with the shooting ground and tidying up the site at the moment .
`` There is a huge demand for shooting grounds in this country - the Clay Pigeon Shooting Association 's membership rose by 40 per cent last year and a lot of those new members were women .
It 's a fast-growing sport .
`` We set up a page on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` We 've had enquiries as far as Cornwall from people wanting to come to the site on a Sunday to shoot and then stay locally , so I 'm hoping it will bring more tourism to the area as well . ''
In response to some concerns raised by local residents about potential noise issues , Mr Warrington said the relevant noise tests had already been carried out , while 1,200 trees are being planted around the perimeter to enhance the site and reduce the impact of gunshot noise on neighbours @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are expected to be created at the ground .
Search Shatterford Shooting Ground on Facebook for more information .

The site of the old Honeybrook Kennels, off Bridgnorth Road, was sold to Shatterford resident Tim Warrington in July after going up for sale with a guide price of £800,000.
The land, which features a 19th century four-bedroom former farmhouse, had remained in the same family for more than 60 years and, until 15 years ago, operated a commercial dog breeding and greyhound school.
Work is now underway to tidy up the land and erect new stands ready for the launch of Shatterford Shooting Ground on October 11.
The ground will be available to book for clay pigeon shooting and air rifle target shooting on two Sundays per month between 10am and 3pm.
The new owner also hopes to restore the old greyhound schooling track after receiving substantial interest from trainers in the area.
Mr Warrington told The Shuttle: "The greyhound track is still in pretty good condition. I reckon we can get it up and running again pretty quickly.
"I used to shoot in competitions when I was younger and this is an ideal site for clay pigeon shooting because of the rolling hills.
"We're just testing out the waters with the shooting ground and tidying up the site at the moment.
"There is a huge demand for shooting grounds in this country - the Clay Pigeon Shooting Association's membership rose by 40 per cent last year and a lot of those new members were women. It's a fast-growing sport.
"We set up a page on Facebook and the response has been huge.
"We've had enquiries as far as Cornwall from people wanting to come to the site on a Sunday to shoot and then stay locally, so I'm hoping it will bring more tourism to the area as well."
In response to some concerns raised by local residents about potential noise issues, Mr Warrington said the relevant noise tests had already been carried out, while 1,200 trees are being planted around the perimeter to enhance the site and reduce the impact of gunshot noise on neighbours.
A total of five new jobs are expected to be created at the ground.
Search Shatterford Shooting Ground on Facebook for more information.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-01--Tributes paid to popular Sky Sports and BBC reporter Steve Lee

A FORMER television sports broadcaster and journalist from Cookley has died at the age of 68 .
Sports reporter and commentator Steve Lee covered football and cricket for Sky and BBC Midlands for more than 30 years .
During his career , Steve covered the 1998 World Cup for BBC TV Sport and worked regularly on Match of the Day and Football Focus .
He also worked for Channel 4 and 5 .
In his later years , Steve worked on a freelance basis for Sky Sports and other media outlets .
The Shuttle previously reported how Steve achieved a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 65 , graduating from the Open University 47 years after he first started a degree at Reading University in 1970 .
Speaking to this newspaper in 2017 , Steve described himself as `` like a lot of old journalists '' , saying : `` Once [ journalism ] is in your blood , it stays there . ''
He was a father-of-three and a grandfather .
The news of his death was confirmed on Monday evening by his daughter Rebecca on Facebook , who said : `` It is with the heaviest heart @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lovely Dad , Steve Lee , very suddenly on Sunday .
`` We are coming to terms with the news and will share details of the funeral when we are able to .
Love you Dad . ''
Tributes have been paid to Lee on social media from several news outlets that employed him over the years .
BBC Midlands Today posted on Twitter : `` It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death of our former sports presenter Steve Lee at the age of 68 .
A superb @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Kidderminster Harriers Football Club wrote : `` Condolences from all at Aggborough to the friends and family of Steve Lee , who has sadly passed away .
`` Steve was a regular at Harriers early in his career and returned regularly to cover significant stories in later years .
RIP . ''

Sports reporter and commentator Steve Lee covered football and cricket for Sky and BBC Midlands for more than 30 years.
During his career, Steve covered the 1998 World Cup for BBC TV Sport and worked regularly on Match of the Day and Football Focus. He also worked for Channel 4 and 5.
In his later years, Steve worked on a freelance basis for Sky Sports and other media outlets.
The Shuttle previously reported how Steve achieved a degree in history at the age of 65, graduating from the Open University 47 years after he first started a degree at Reading University in 1970.
Speaking to this newspaper in 2017, Steve described himself as "like a lot of old journalists", saying: "Once [journalism] is in your blood, it stays there."
He was a father-of-three and a grandfather.
The news of his death was confirmed on Monday evening by his daughter Rebecca on Facebook, who said: "It is with the heaviest heart that I share that we lost our lovely Dad, Steve Lee, very suddenly on Sunday.
"We are coming to terms with the news and will share details of the funeral when we are able to. Love you Dad."
Tributes have been paid to Lee on social media from several news outlets that employed him over the years.
BBC Midlands Today posted on Twitter: "It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death of our former sports presenter Steve Lee at the age of 68. A superb broadcaster who will be sadly missed."
Kidderminster Harriers Football Club wrote: "Condolences from all at Aggborough to the friends and family of Steve Lee, who has sadly passed away.
"Steve was a regular at Harriers early in his career and returned regularly to cover significant stories in later years. RIP."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-02--Police search for elderly victim injured in Alveley assault

POLICE are trying to find the victim of an assault which saw an elderly man punched and thrown to the ground in Alveley .
The victim , who is believed to be in his 80s , was involved in a verbal altercation with another man in Daddlebrook Road at around 9.50am on Friday , August 28 .
The man is reported to have punched the victim and thrown him to the ground , leaving him with an arm injury .
Officers say the offender then drove off in a silver estate and have released a description of the driver .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , in his late 40s and wearing a black t-shirt with dark-coloured trousers .
Police are now encouraging the victim , or anyone with information on his identity , to come forwards .
A spokesman for West Mercia Police said : `` Police are appealing for the victim of an assault on Daddlebrook Road , Alveley to come forward .
`` Anyone with information is urged to call 101 quoting incident 141 of August 28 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 .
`` Alternatively information can be passed through the online reporting function @ @ @ @ @ @ @ section Tell Us About at westmercia.police.uk . ''

The victim, who is believed to be in his 80s, was involved in a verbal altercation with another man in Daddlebrook Road at around 9.50am on Friday, August 28.
The man is reported to have punched the victim and thrown him to the ground, leaving him with an arm injury.
Officers say the offender then drove off in a silver estate and have released a description of the driver.
The offender is described as medium height, in his late 40s and wearing a black t-shirt with dark-coloured trousers.
Police are now encouraging the victim, or anyone with information on his identity, to come forwards.
A spokesman for West Mercia Police said: "Police are appealing for the victim of an assault on Daddlebrook Road, Alveley to come forward.
"Anyone with information is urged to call 101 quoting incident 141 of August 28 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
"Alternatively information can be passed through the online reporting function on West Mercia Police website under the section Tell Us About at westmercia.police.uk."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-02--New play equipment a hit with Kidderminster nursery children

CHILDREN at a Kidderminster nursery are making the most of the great outdoors thanks to new play equipment installed over @ @ @ @ @ Trinity Nursery has invested in a new pirate ship and all-weather floor surface to upgrade @ @ @ @ @ which is proving a hit with the nursery 's children .
Gaynor Carter , manager @ @ @ @ @ said : “ The children simply love playing and taking part in any activity , @ @ @ @ @ outside , so this summer we ’ ve not only invested in new play equipment @ @ @ @ @ ship , but we also invested in a new rubber safety playground surface which helps @ @ @ @ @ after any rain , meaning they can still go outside to play whatever the weather @ @ @ @ @ flooring is comfortable for children to sit on and also offers additional safety in case @ @ @ @ @ added : “ We love it as it ’ s soft underfoot , warm to @ @ @ @ @ rather wonderful in blue and makes a jolly good pirate ship sea !
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Little Trinity Nursery has invested in a new pirate ship and all-weather floor surface to upgrade its outdoor play area, which is proving a hit with the nursery's children.
Gaynor Carter, manager at Little Trinity Nursery, said: “The children simply love playing and taking part in any activity, particularly if it’s outside, so this summer we’ve not only invested in new play equipment such as our new pirate ship, but we also invested in a new rubber safety playground surface which helps cushion tumbles and drains quickly after any rain, meaning they can still go outside to play whatever the weather."
The new padded flooring is comfortable for children to sit on and also offers additional safety in case of a fall.
Gaynor added: “We love it as it’s soft underfoot, warm to sit on and it looks rather wonderful in blue and makes a jolly good pirate ship sea!”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-02--New fleet of Diamond buses to hit the roads of Wyre Forest

FIVE new buses are soon to arrive at the Diamond Bus depot in Kidderminster ready to serve the district 's bus routes .
Wyre Forest MP Mark Garnier met with Diamond 's senior technician Lee Wolfe and operations manager Nigel Gorman as one of the new vehicles was delivered on Friday , August 28 .
The bus produces lower emissions than the older vehicles and will be serving the number 2 route from Bewdley .
Kidderminster Depot will be taking delivery of the additional four new buses later this week and they will be seen on various routes across the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MP Mark Garnier said : “ I am delighted to see five brand new buses arrive in Kidderminster this week by Diamond Buses , to add to their improved fleet .
`` Diamond Buses have over the last couple of years invested into their fleet for Wyre Forest .
`` Buses are currently reducing their capacity for Covid social distancing to ensure the safety of their passengers and I welcome this investment by Diamond Buses for our community.
” Bob Baker , managing director for Diamond Bus , said : “ We are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brand new vehicles .
`` These buses join the growing number of cleaner , greener vehicles that have joined the Diamond Bus fleet over the past 18 months .
`` To also improve our passengers journey experience , our latest batch of new vehicles also come with additional features such as e-leather seating , USB charging points and CCTV .
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Wyre Forest MP Mark Garnier met with Diamond's senior technician Lee Wolfe and operations manager Nigel Gorman as one of the new vehicles was delivered on Friday, August 28.
The bus produces lower emissions than the older vehicles and will be serving the number 2 route from Bewdley.
Kidderminster Depot will be taking delivery of the additional four new buses later this week and they will be seen on various routes across the district, including the number 7.
MP Mark Garnier said: “I am delighted to see five brand new buses arrive in Kidderminster this week by Diamond Buses, to add to their improved fleet.
"Diamond Buses have over the last couple of years invested into their fleet for Wyre Forest.
"Buses are currently reducing their capacity for Covid social distancing to ensure the safety of their passengers and I welcome this investment by Diamond Buses for our community.”
Bob Baker, managing director for Diamond Bus, said: “We are proud to be continuing our investment in brand new vehicles.
"These buses join the growing number of cleaner, greener vehicles that have joined the Diamond Bus fleet over the past 18 months.
"To also improve our passengers journey experience, our latest batch of new vehicles also come with additional features such as e-leather seating, USB charging points and CCTV.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-02--Stourport Swifts thank NHS with under-16s' new kits

YOUNG players at Stourport Swifts Football Club will pay tribute to the NHS every time they step on the pitch thanks to sponsorship towards their new kits .
Lee Denver , whose son plays for the under-16s team , came up with the idea of including a thank you message to lifesaving NHS staff in the new kit design , and a raffle was held to help raise the funds .
Coach Steve Bloomer said : `` The lads have grown quite a bit this season so we needed a new kit .
Lee came up with the idea to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we all got behind it .
`` The NHS have done a massive job since Covid so we all wanted to do something to say thank you .
`` Lee put a lot of money towards the kits and we held a raffle and came up with a design we 're really happy with . ''
The new kits feature a rainbow with the words `` thank you '' and the NHS logo , and will be worn by players as they head into their first match of the season against Welland Juniors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The lads are all chuffed to be back on the pitch - they could n't wait to start playing again . ''

Lee Denver, whose son plays for the under-16s team, came up with the idea of including a thank you message to lifesaving NHS staff in the new kit design, and a raffle was held to help raise the funds.
Coach Steve Bloomer said: "The lads have grown quite a bit this season so we needed a new kit. Lee came up with the idea to say thank you to the NHS and we all got behind it.
Stourport Swifts' new under-16s kit
"The NHS have done a massive job since Covid so we all wanted to do something to say thank you.
"Lee put a lot of money towards the kits and we held a raffle and came up with a design we're really happy with."
The new kits feature a rainbow with the words "thank you" and the NHS logo, and will be worn by players as they head into their first match of the season against Welland Juniors this Saturday.
Steve added: "The lads are all chuffed to be back on the pitch - they couldn't wait to start playing again."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-03--Shatterford Lakes fishing fundraiser for girl with brain damage

A THREE-day fishing contest at Shatterford Lakes will raise money for the family of a nine-year-old girl with severe brain damage .
Lily Mae Filmer , from Drakes Broughton , underwent a bone marrow transplant in May following a three-year battle with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia , but woke up unable to move her legs and was told she had suffered brain damage from a rare inflammation overreaction .
The brave youngster went into Acorns Children 's Hospice for end of life-care last month , but shocked her family when she woke up from a coma three days later and was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Family friend Ryan Botterill , from Bewdley , is now organising a fishing fundraiser to raise money for Lily 's family .
Ryan told The Shuttle : `` Me and Lily 's dad are childhood friends so I 've set up a fishing fundraiser at Shatterford Lakes to raise some money to help them out .
`` It 's going to be a big event with a live chef and prizes given out to the winners .
`` It ’ s a private syndicate but the owner is allowing friends and guests @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in at the two top lakes . ''
The event will take place from Friday , September 11 to Sunday , September 13 from 1pm .
Prizes will be given for the biggest catfish , biggest carp and most fish caught .
Entry costs £35 per person or £50 for the weekend for non-syndicate members .
All proceeds will be donated to Lily 's Freedom Fight fund .
Search Shatterford Lakes Syndicate on Facebook for more information or visit justgiving.com/crowdfunding/lilysfinaljourney to donate online .

Lily Mae Filmer, from Drakes Broughton, underwent a bone marrow transplant in May following a three-year battle with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, but woke up unable to move her legs and was told she had suffered brain damage from a rare inflammation overreaction.
The brave youngster went into Acorns Children's Hospice for end of life-care last month, but shocked her family when she woke up from a coma three days later and was transferred back to Birmingham Children's Hospital.
Family friend Ryan Botterill, from Bewdley, is now organising a fishing fundraiser to raise money for Lily's family.
Ryan told The Shuttle: "Me and Lily's dad are childhood friends so I've set up a fishing fundraiser at Shatterford Lakes to raise some money to help them out.
"It's going to be a big event with a live chef and prizes given out to the winners.
"It’s a private syndicate but the owner is allowing friends and guests to come along so anyone can join in at the two top lakes."
The event will take place from Friday, September 11 to Sunday, September 13 from 1pm.
Prizes will be given for the biggest catfish, biggest carp and most fish caught.
Entry costs £35 per person or £50 for the weekend for non-syndicate members. All proceeds will be donated to Lily's Freedom Fight fund.
Search Shatterford Lakes Syndicate on Facebook for more information or visit justgiving.com/crowdfunding/lilysfinaljourney to donate online.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-03--Generous readers help Shuttle Run homeless appeal reach £5k

THE Shuttle Run Appeal is halfway towards raising £10,000 towards a new van for Wyre Forest homeless charity HELP .
Thanks to generous donations from Shuttle readers , our campaign has now raised £5,588 towards a new van to allow HELP volunteers to collect and deliver more donations for some of the most vulnerable people in Kidderminster , Stourport and Bewdley .
HELP founder Dave Griffin said : `` The support has been overwhelming .
From the start of Covid , myself and the HELP team have worked so hard in difficult and demanding circumstances .
The Shuttle Run Appeal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the paper 's 150th anniversary '' The team have worked sometimes 12-hour days , seven days a week to make sure those self-isolating and those who had no where to live were housed in temporary accommodation and supported .
`` The public have shown great support to HELP with donations that we have been able to pass on to those that we support .
`` I want to say a big heartfelt thank you from myself to all that have donated and supported HELP and the Shuttle Run Appeal during this pandemic .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ yourselves , you have still given to those less fortunate . ''
Since the coronavirus lockdown , HELP has been supporting more people in need than ever before , and is still in desperate need of its own vehicle to collect more food donations , as well as larger donations such as furniture and household appliances for the people it helps off the streets .
HELP treasurer Fran Oborski said : `` What the Shuttle Run Appeal is doing is just wonderful and we are incredibly grateful to all the Shuttle readers that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I 'd be dead without them ' - charity a lifeline for Wyre Forest homeless '' Since lockdown , the demand on our services has really increased and , quite often , we are able to get people who have been homeless into accommodation but we are n't able to collect larger donations of furniture because we have no way to collect it .
`` It 's frightening in this area how many people are in desperate need of our help , so this van will be a godsend .
`` The fact @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the £10,000 target is just stunning - I am so proud of the people of Wyre Forest . ''
Shuttle editor Stephanie Preece added : `` It 's such a huge achievement to reach the halfway point in our appeal .
We have been blown away by the response so far .
Please do keep donating if you can ! ''
To donate towards the Shuttle Run Appeal , go to justgiving.com/crowdfunding/the-shuttle-run-homeless-van-appeal .
Cheques can be sent to Kidderminster Shuttle , Second Floor , Copthall House , 1 New Road , Stourbridge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ HELP and write SHUTTLE RUN on the back .
Bank transfers should go to HELP , Lloyds Bank , account number 38430260 , sort code 30-91-91 .

Thanks to generous donations from Shuttle readers, our campaign has now raised £5,588 towards a new van to allow HELP volunteers to collect and deliver more donations for some of the most vulnerable people in Kidderminster, Stourport and Bewdley.
HELP founder Dave Griffin said: "The support has been overwhelming. From the start of Covid, myself and the HELP team have worked so hard in difficult and demanding circumstances.
The Shuttle Run Appeal was launched earlier this year to celebrate the paper's 150th anniversary
"The team have worked sometimes 12-hour days, seven days a week to make sure those self-isolating and those who had no where to live were housed in temporary accommodation and supported.
"The public have shown great support to HELP with donations that we have been able to pass on to those that we support.
"I want to say a big heartfelt thank you from myself to all that have donated and supported HELP and the Shuttle Run Appeal during this pandemic. Even though some of you have struggled yourselves, you have still given to those less fortunate."
Since the coronavirus lockdown, HELP has been supporting more people in need than ever before, and is still in desperate need of its own vehicle to collect more food donations, as well as larger donations such as furniture and household appliances for the people it helps off the streets.
HELP treasurer Fran Oborski said: "What the Shuttle Run Appeal is doing is just wonderful and we are incredibly grateful to all the Shuttle readers that have donated so far.
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"Since lockdown, the demand on our services has really increased and, quite often, we are able to get people who have been homeless into accommodation but we aren't able to collect larger donations of furniture because we have no way to collect it.
"It's frightening in this area how many people are in desperate need of our help, so this van will be a godsend.
"The fact that we are now more than halfway to the £10,000 target is just stunning - I am so proud of the people of Wyre Forest."
Shuttle editor Stephanie Preece added: "It's such a huge achievement to reach the halfway point in our appeal. We have been blown away by the response so far. Please do keep donating if you can!"
To donate towards the Shuttle Run Appeal, go to justgiving.com/crowdfunding/the-shuttle-run-homeless-van-appeal.
Cheques can be sent to Kidderminster Shuttle, Second Floor, Copthall House, 1 New Road, Stourbridge DY8 1PH. Make them payable to HELP and write SHUTTLE RUN on the back.
Bank transfers should go to HELP, Lloyds Bank, account number 38430260, sort code 30-91-91.