Ludlow & Tenbury Wells Advertiser

3 days ago | ludlowadvertiser.co.uk | Laura Howard

Earps stunned the footballing world by announcing her decision last week after reportedly being told by Lionesses boss Sarina Wiegman that she would not be first choice for the defence of England’s European crown. Telford, who boasts 27 caps for England between the sticks, believes the squad’s remaining goalkeepers will suffer for the loss of Earps’ experience in Switzerland. “For me, it's a huge loss in terms of the GK union,” she said.

4 days ago | ludlowadvertiser.co.uk | Julia Baker

On Sunday, May 11, the Kajuen Ryu, also known as The Orchard School, carried out an examination of students who were aiming for a belt promotion. Although this happens throughout the year, this particular examination fell on their special anniversary. Jonathan Roberts and Lilly, and Adrian Baldwin were examined over five hours in all aspects of kickboxing, including techniques against the striking pads, combinations and sparring.

5 days ago | ludlowadvertiser.co.uk | Julia Baker

Sow, which is operated by the Open Restaurant Group, opened last Wednesday on the Netherwood Estate close to Tenbury Wells, taking over the site of the former Native restaurant. The group is owned by head chef Andrew Sheridan and his business partners Sam and Emma Morgan, who plan to bring a refined "farm-to-table" experience to the area. The menu will focus on sustainability, seasonality, and British produce, with some ingredients sourced from its own gardens.

1 week ago | ludlowadvertiser.co.uk | Julia Baker

Anthony Evans from Berrington Green believes he has created a "practical and far cheaper" solution, which is "urgently needed" to mitigate the flooding. Mr Evans' proposal involves steel baffles, which would be strategically placed within the river. He believes they would not impede its normal flow, but rather would absorb energy and cause local turbulence during times of high water.

1 week ago | ludlowadvertiser.co.uk | Emilia Kettle

ITV drama, Out There, starring Martin Clunes, has been axed after just one series following bad ratings. (Image: ITV) ITV has cancelled a primetime drama starring Martin Clunes after just one series. Out There premiered earlier this year and saw Clunes play the role of a father trying to protect his son after getting involved in a network of drug dealers. Last week, Clunes spoke about the series' future, sharing: "We were keen on doing a second series but ITV aren’t, it seems.