In memory of Michael
Posted on November 30 2004 at 11:33:03

Family and friends of an Alve­church teenager who died of leukaemia present a cheque for more than £6,000 towards the Acorns fundraising appeal to build a new children’s hospice.

Cider prize
Posted on November 30 2004 at 11:31:03

Tardebigge cider maker Steve Cooper has been awarded the Gold Medal for the Midland counties by the Campaign for Real Ale.

Confusion over rendering D-day
Posted on November 30 2004 at 11:28:17

Uncertainty surrounds “decision day” for the proposed animal remains rendering plant at Hopwood.

Big breakfast
Posted on November 30 2004 at 11:21:17

When Alvechurch footpaths officer Forest Hansen returned to America in 2003, there was a danger that a village tradition might die.

Time for remembrance
Posted on November 30 2004 at 11:14:17

Villagers gathered on the Village Green, Alvechurch, to observe the two-minute silence on Remembrance Day.