Sunday, December 3, 2023

The Lounge counters ‘negative’ online commenters

The Lounge community cafe in Alvechurch has issued a statement wishing another food business well in its application for a licence to operate in the village to counter comments being promulgated by social media users . . .
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Picnic to mark VE Day

Alvechurch Picnic in the Park now has its official logo, chosen from entries into the annual competition. Local children were invited to create a design...
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A38 plan goes public

Sarah Rees reports from the Oakalls and Parklands. Hundreds of residents attended a public session about improvements to the A38 corridor, including the Slideslow Roundabout....
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Lounge looks for help

Volunteering brings rewards for everyone, writes Bill Ulyett, chairman of trustees at The Lounge in Alvechurch. The Lounge has been serving the community in Alvechurch...
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U10s are on run of victories

Alvechurch U10 United is one of two teams for boys at under-10 (Year 5) level. The team is coached by local residents Richard Deering, Ben...
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The gift of giving

Finstall Preschool held a present collection for homeless people in Birmingham. The youngsters and their families donated gifts such as warm clothing, hats, socks,...
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Star player shares skills

The Alvechurch Ladies Under-11 football team enjoyed a special training session when Birmingham City player Claudia Walker (pictured right, with the squad) came for...
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Polly meets Vinny!

Seven-year-old Polly Butcher, of Barnt Green, was the latest winner of a Mini Vinny in our monthly competition. If you want to win one...
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Season’s Greetings!

Villagers in Barnt Green, Blackwell, Lickey and Alvechurch celebrated the start of Christmas with music and light. Barnt Green added to its decorations this year...
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Moment of silence

Pupils from Alvechurch Middle School laid crosses at the war memorial on the village green during the Remembrance Day service, watched by dignitaries including...