The Droitwich Standard - All the latest Droitwich News, Sport and Lifestyle headlines

27^th Jul, 2026

Droitwich's News

NEWS 0 3 hours ago

Overall crime falls across West Mercia – but serious offences against women continue to rise

Despite this, overall recorded crime in West Mercia has fallen by one per cent, with several high‑volume offences continuing to decline.

NEWS 0 8 hours ago

Burnham Signals Higher Property Taxes for the South as He Eyes Council Tax Overhaul

NEWS 0 11 hours ago

PM warns NHS could "collapse" without social care overhaul - NATIONAL NEWS

NEWS 0 26^th Jul, 2026

Mature drivers course back due to popular demand across Worcestershire

NEWS 14 hours ago

FREE summer crafts at Droitwich Spa Heritage Centre

NEWS 26^th Jul, 2026

RAIL STRIKE ACTION - West Midlands passengers urged to check train times

NEWS 26^th Jul, 2026

Meeting to be held for new Droitwich Music and Arts Festival

NEWS 25^th Jul, 2026

MPs criticise minister's refusal to meet over Wychavon and Malvern Hills planning sanction

NEWS 24^th Jul, 2026

Droitwich swimmer Matthew Redfern takes bronze at Glasgow 2026

NEWS 24^th Jul, 2026

Worcestershire fostering families have memorable day out at West Midlands Safari Park

NEWS 24^th Jul, 2026

Police catch 304 drivers speeding in Ombersley during three monitoring operations

NEWS 24^th Jul, 2026

West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner praises PM's decision to pause prisoner early release scheme

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Droitwich's Sport

SPORT 0 12 hours ago

SWIMMING - Droitwich's Matt Richards wins double relay bronze for Wales at 2026 Commonwealth Games

Richards secured bronze in the 4x100m mixed freestyle relay and 4x200m men's freestyle relay at the Tollcross International Swimming Centre.

SPORT 0 25^th Jul, 2026

SWIMMING - Droitwich's Matthew Redfern 'left everything in the pool' to win bronze on Commonwealth Games debut

SPORT MATCH REPORT 0 22^nd Jul, 2026

FOOTBALL - Droitwich Spa edged out by Knowle in penultimate pre-season friendly

SPORT 0 20^th Jul, 2026

SWIMMING - Droitwich's Rebecca and Matthew Redfern preparing to represent Team England at 2026 Commonwealth Games

SPORT MATCH REPORT 21^st Jul, 2026

CRICKET - Middle order resistance sees Droitwich Spa draw with league leaders Bewdley

SPORT 20^th Jul, 2026

SWIMMING - Droitwich's Matt Richards aiming for first Commonwealth Games medal in Glasgow

SPORT TRANSFER 20^th Jul, 2026

FOOTBALL - Sam Hurdman opts to stay at Droitwich Spa

SPORT 17^th Jul, 2026

FOOTBALL - Droitwich Spa cancel weekend friendly against Coton Green

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Droitwich's Lifestyle

LIFESTYLE 0 23^rd Jul, 2026

Some unexpected notes among the cherry harvest

Review - The Cherry Orchard, Swan Theatre, Stratford

LIFESTYLE 0 21^st Jul, 2026

Burnham's cabinet: who's in, who's out - NATIONAL NEWS

LIFESTYLE 0 19^th Jul, 2026

COMMENT: England Bring It Home With Style, And Show The World How Football Should Be Played

LIFESTYLE 0 18^th Jul, 2026

Border Force Warns Young Holidaymakers Over Drug Smuggling Gangs

LIFESTYLE 23^rd Jul, 2026

DOG and Just for Pets Partner to Champion British Makers.

LIFESTYLE 18^th Jul, 2026

Hot cars, hot luggage: why where you store your medicines matters this summer

LIFESTYLE 16^th Jul, 2026

A look back at the last five World Cup finals

LIFESTYLE REVIEW 15^th Jul, 2026

REVIEW - Razor-sharp Sweeney Todd at Birmingham REP is a cut above

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