Monthly Archives: August, 2006

Further to the article “Balancing Act for Barnt Green”: I was horrified by the remark: “we will only know the actual story if closing down signs appear in the shop windows”.

In the last issue, we gave an incorrect phone number for contacting Roy Yardley, chairman of Alvechurch FC, about his book on the club.

The Lawns Residential Home is celebrating the 150th anniversary of its landmark building in Alvechurch with the official opening of its new conservatory.

Vandals have damaged or destroyed at least five memorial benches placed by families in the Lickeys to remember loved ones.

Growing your own soft fruit is a berry good idea, explains Hannah Genders.

CCTV cameras can protect your property – and they don’t cost a fortune, says Terry Williams.

The Crown at Alvechurch was able to benefit three local charities after finishing as runner-up in a prestigious national competition.

Terry Reed explains the benefits of using ‘drawdown’ to make the most of pension income.

...you’ll see how a small area of the Lickey Hills has been vastly improved for visitors, explains Keith Woolford.

Pre-school children at Barnt Green Playgroup and their parents enjoyed a sunny and relaxed sports day on the Baptist Church’s next door sports field.