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Jo Barnes

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Oct 2, 2026
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  1. Article · Oct 2, 2026 · Jo Barnes

    Pershore care home chef shortlisted for national Care Chef of the Year award (opens the original)

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    A care home chef has been shortlisted for a national award. Ruaan Prins, chef manager at Sanctuary Care’s Heathlands Residential Care Home in Pershore, is a finalist in the Care Chef of the Year category at the National Care Awards 2026. Mr Prins, who recently won the Care Home Worker Award at the Worcestershire Health and Social Care Awards, has been praised for his "innovative approach to dining" and his commitment to resident wellbeing at the not-for-profit home. Kerrie Haines, home manager a

  2. Article · Oct 2, 2026 · Jo Barnes

    Heart of Worcestershire College opens campuses to prospective students this autumn (opens the original)

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    Heart of Worcestershire College is welcoming prospective students and families to explore its campuses in October and November. Visitors will have the opportunity to tour facilities, meet tutors, and learn about the wide range of courses on offer across the Worcester, Malvern, Bromsgrove and Redditch sites. Whether you’re deciding what to do after GCSE, looking to progress your career or considering your next steps in education, the Open Events offer an opportunity to explore your options and fi

  3. Article · Oct 2, 2026 · Jo Barnes

    Nigel Huddleston remembers Dame Esther Rantzen as ‘one of a kind’ (opens the original)

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    A broadcaster who became a household name has been remembered as "one of a kind". Nigel Huddleston MP has paid tribute to Dame Esther Rantzen following her death, reflecting on their friendship which began ahead of the 2010 general election campaign. Mr Huddleston said: "Esther Rantzen was one of a kind. She was a trailblazer for female broadcasters, a steadfast campaigner, and a friend. "I first got to know Esther when I was the Conservative Parliamentary candidate for Luton South and she decid

  4. Article · Sep 5, 2026 · Jo Barnes

    Proper Pub Idol karaoke contest offers £1,000 prize and studio recording day (opens the original)

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    A karaoke competition is set to give pub singers a shot at national fame and a £1,000 grand prize. The Proper Pub Idol contest launches on September 7 across Admiral Taverns pubs in the West Midlands, including the Goodrest Tavern and Old Greyhound in Worcester. Each weekly heat winner will receive a bottle of prosecco, with pub finals held the week of October 12 offering a £50 bar tab to the winner. Winners will then progress to the regional finals, taking place during the week of October 26,

  5. Article · Sep 5, 2026 · Jo Barnes

    Days In The Sun festival launches in Gloucestershire with 500‑person capacity (opens the original)

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    A new independent music festival is set to launch in Gloucestershire this September, promising three days of live music, community, and the arts. Days In The Sun will take place from September 18 to 20 at Newbliss Farm, between Gloucester and Newent, and will feature a mix of established and emerging artists performing across a packed weekend. The festival is co-curated by Caitlin Barrett and Paul Chief O'Neill, who bring more than 20 years of experience in programming, curating, and managing ev

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