The Shuttle

The Shuttle, which was previously called the Kidderminster Shuttle, is a complimentary weekly publication delivered to homes in the Wyre Forest region of Worcestershire, England, every Thursday. In Stourport, it was previously referred to as the Stourport News, and there was also a paid version known as the Kidderminster Times. Since 2005, all three publications have shared the same editorial content, although they each featured different front pages until April 2006. After that date, they were all consolidated under the name The Shuttle, which now includes the Kidderminster Shuttle, Kidderminster Times, and Stourport News. During this transition, the local office in Stourport was also closed.

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Urgent search underway for man who may have five hand grenades

6 days ago | kidderminstershuttle.co.uk | Mary Stenson

While two of the grenades were left behind and have been safely detonated, police believe the man left the area with the other five explosives. It's believed that he retrieved the devices while he was magnet fishing in the canal on Lea End Lane in Hopwood. Police were called at around 6pm on Friday (June 20) and officers have been searching for the man ever since.
A53: Logan Addison to be sentenced over girlfriend's death

1 week ago | kidderminstershuttle.co.uk | Jack Rawlins

Lily-May Vaughan, aged 17, from Kidderminster, was killed in a collision on the A53, near Shawbury, Shropshire, on February 4, 2023. Her boyfriend, Logan Addison, of Hazels Road, Shawbury, appeared at Shrewsbury Crown Court earlier this year and was found guilty of causing her death by driving dangerously. He's scheduled to appear at the same court today for sentencing.
A448 Bromsgrove Road Mustow Green blocked due to obstruction

1 week ago | kidderminstershuttle.co.uk | Jack Rawlins

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'Great news for the town' - Kidderminster Market under new management

1 week ago | kidderminstershuttle.co.uk | Jack Rawlins

Kidderminster Town Council has announced that Bescot Promotions will manage to town centre market going forward, after previously being run by LSD Promotions. The town council has said the appointment "marks a major step forward in enhancing the town centre’s appeal, supporting local businesses, and attracting residents and visitors alike".
Councillor slams decision to allow works on two main roads at the same time

1 week ago | kidderminstershuttle.co.uk | Jack Rawlins

Councillor Dan Morehead, who represents Bewdley on Worcestershire County Council, has said there needs to be "far more consideration" about the impact of work permits before they are granted. It comes after work permits were granted on the Stourport and Kidderminster Roads near the town. Councillor Morehead said it's not the first time he's made a complaint about the issue.
Second FA award for young Kidderminster coach

1 week ago | kidderminstershuttle.co.uk | Jack Rawlins

Grace Gallagher-Kennett has won female pathway Coach of the Year in the association’s grassroots football awards, after scooping Volunteer of the Year last year. The 18-year-old has just completed her studies at Baxter College sixth form in PE, applied science and business and is hoping to start a coaching and performance degree course at Wolverhampton University, in September.
Worcestershire GP surgery nominated for 'Practice of the Year' award

1 week ago | kidderminstershuttle.co.uk | Jack Rawlins

The top surgery has been nominated as part of the Worcestershire Health and Social Care Awards 2025, celebrating special people or teams whose work truly makes a difference to those they care for. As these awards have grown over the past few years, we have been humbled by the stories we have been told. Each nomination represents a special person or team whose work truly makes a difference to those they care for.
B&M to open new Stourport store at former Co-op site

1 week ago | kidderminstershuttle.co.uk | Jack Rawlins

A banner has appeared at the Tannery Retail Park off Lombard Street, which says the new store will be "coming soon." It says: "Your new B&M store is coming soon. We can't wait to meet you! "Interested in joining our team? Visit our website for our current vacancies at www.bmstores.co.uk". The site was remarketed as Tannery Retail Park by Goold Estates following the closure of the Midcounties Co-operative store last year.
Flood expert backs new funding for affected areas, including Bewdley

1 week ago | kidderminstershuttle.co.uk | Matty Airey

Mary Long-Dhonau OBE, known as Flood Mary, has backed the Chancellor’s promise of £4.2 billion for flood defences over three years, following her recent plea to preserve funding during evidence to the Environmental Audit Committee. She highlighted the impact of flooding in areas like Bewdley, where repeated incidents along the River Severn have caused significant disruption. The new funding commitment will cover the period from 2026-27 to 2028-29.
Ash Roberts: Fitness instructor who died suddenly was 'inspirational'

1 week ago | kidderminstershuttle.co.uk | Jack Rawlins

Mr Roberts, from Kidderminster, motivated hundreds of people at Wyre Forest Leisure Centre by teaching body pump, combat and cycling classes each week, and also inspired children in his role as a teaching assistant at Burlish Park Primary School in Stourport. His wife Sarah Roberts, said he died suddenly of "natural causes" at the age of 51 on June 5. They were together for 22 years and married for nine years.