^{Optician features in top journal}

Don Williams, who opened Edgbaston Eye Clinic a year ago, is proud to be featured in the UK’s top Optometric journal:

^{Village Archive. . . 20 years ago}

A look back at what was happening around here in January 1999.

^{Ethical investment for sustainable returns}

Martin Pryor points out some of the ways you can invest while keeping your principles.

^{Drink differently in 2019}

If you know deep down that you need to sort your drinking out, then seize the opportunity of a fresh start in January 2019!

^{Recipe for success, the Dodderhill way}

A good dollop of fun, plenty of friends, a measure of kindness and a sprinkling of ambition – give it a good stir and you have the essence of what makes Dodderhill Independent Girls school a unique place to learn.

^{Good citizens of the future}

Winterfold is a wonderful and stimulating place in which to spend your childhood and your formative years of learning.

^{Bursarial help at Bromsgrove}

At Bromsgrove School, we believe our pupils are happiest when they are succeeding. 

^{RGS will prepare you for life}

The RGS Worcester schools offer an outstanding education for boys and girls aged 2 to 18 years.

^{Red moon on Monday}

Amateur astronomer Brian Watkiss peers into the Village night sky.

^{The secrets of ducks}

Mary Green shows why our wildlife is fascinating.

^{Why nature knows best}

Hannah Genders looks back over the growing year.

^{Cold snap is short-lived}

Alvechurch amateur weatherman Phil Thomas records the changes.

^{Earning strong support}

AFC gives fans plenty to get excited about as a new year begins.

^{New year nibbles}

In our recipe series, keen baker Jen Morris, of Rowney Green, creates some healthy treats to help keep those resolutions. . .

^{Battle for the North Sea}

Barnt Green author Steve Dunn has written a seventh naval history book, this time focusing on the role of Scandinavia in the battle for the North Sea in WWI.

^{A glimpse of aviation history}

Kingfisher Probus Club recently enjoyed a day trip to Bristol Aerospace Museum, writes Malcolm Shine.

^{The Village Archive. . . 20 years ago}

A look back at what was happening around here in December 1998.

^{The Village Archive. . . 10 years ago}

A look back at what was happening around here in December 2008 / January 2009.

^{A new look at BeautyBox}

BeautyBox in Barnt Green has a brand new look after a complete refurbishment – and there are a few added extras still to come in the new year.

^{The joy of Christmas}

Our guide to the celebrations taking place in the Village area.

^{The story of Finstall} 

Finstall author Jennie McGregor-Smith, whose previous works have covered the Victorian expansion of Bromsgrove, Aston Fields, Blackwell and Burcot, has turned the spotlight on her own village with a new book called The Story of Finstall.

^{Tales of historic Hanbury}

The 2018 edition of The Bromsgrove Rousler, the popular local history magazine, has been published by The Bromsgrove Society.

^{A mine of information}

Aston Fields author and mineralogist Roy Starkey has produced a beautifully-illustrated book exploring important mineral deposits in the surrounding area.

^{Surprisingly dry month}

Alvechurch amateur weatherman Phil Thomas records the changes.