Updates from the past week
The Liberal Democrats have announced their candidate for Worcester for June's snap general election.
Businessman Stephen Kearney is a co-founder of the United Kingdom Youth Parliament, and says he'll offer a message of optimism and hope.
If you see a yellow helicopter flying low over Worcester today, don't worry.
It's checking overhead electricity cables for Western Power Distribution, who to get photos of their helicopter in action.
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Dave Bradley
Cricket commentator
Worcester Warriors wing Andy Short has been forced to hang up his boots at the age of 26, due to a recurring hip injury.
Short, who rose through the Warriors' ranks, made his debut back in 2010 before moving to Bristol Rugby in 2013, where he spent two seasons before returning to Sixways.
Image source, Getty ImagesSimon the 90cm-long rabbit was being flown in the cargo hold from London to Chicago's O'Hare International.
Read MoreHundreds of tributes have been paid to a hugely popular teacher, external and "heart and soul" of Bromsgrove Prep School, who has sadly died at the age of 67.
Image source, Bromsgrove AdvertiserA Worcestershire model claims "something very strange has happened" after her giant rabbit died during a flight from London to Chicago.
According to justrabbits.com, external the continental giant rabbit can be traced back to the 16th Century.
They were imported into Britain and the USA in the late 19th Century to be bred for their meat.
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Ged Scott
BBC Sport
Worcestershire begin a three-week break from County Championship tomorrow when they open this year's Royal London One-Day Cup campaign at home to Nottinghamshire.
The county made it to the quarter-finals last summer, before being hammered by Somerset at Taunton.
Image source, Getty ImagesWorcestershire have England all-rounder Moeen Ali (pictured) available for their first three matches before he heads off on international duty, while Australian John Hastings will make his one-day debut for the county.
But Notts also come with a team packed with international talent, including Stuart Broad and Aussie quickie James Pattinson.
Quote MessageWe've had three or four quarter-finals in the T20 Blast and 50-over competitions in recent seasons. Let's use that as a stepping stone to be really kicking on and challenging in these white-ball competitions."
Joe Leach, Worcestershire captain
It's been a sunny, but chilly, start to the day and the BBC's Weather Watchers have been busy photographing spring blossom and trees.
Thanks to Valmy, J at Severn Ridge, Johnqa and Nimbus2c for the photos.
Blossom in the morning sun.
United Airlines is investigating the death of a giant rabbit which was being transported on one of its planes.
The Sun newspaper reported that Simon was the son of the world's largest rabbit - a 1.3m-long continental giant rabbit called Darius.
Simon is owned by model Annette Edwards, from Stoulton near Worcester.
She told the paper: "Simon had a vet's check-up three hours before the flight and was fit as a fiddle.
"Something very strange has happened and I want to know what. I've sent rabbits all around the world and nothing like this has happened before."
Image source, ReutersIn a statement sent to the BBC, United said: "We were saddened to hear this news. The safety and well-being of all the animals that travel with us is of the utmost importance to United Airlines and our PetSafe team.
"We have been in contact with our customer and have offered assistance. We are reviewing this matter."
People who aren't carrying a bag to clear up after their dog in Malvern will soon face a fine, after the council agreed new powers last night.
A public consultation carried out by Malvern Hills District Council found more than 80% said they were in support of making failure to carry a poop bag an offence.
Image source, Getty ImagesThe public space protection order will also ban dogs from enclosed children's play areas.
The order comes into effect in June.
The Tour of Britain cycle race, external is to return to Hereforshire and Worcestershire this year, with the final stage starting in Worcester in September.
Stage 8, external will head from the city to Cardiff, going through places including Pershore, Malvern, Ledbury and Wormelow.
BBC Business News
United Airlines is investigating the death of a giant rabbit which was being transported on one of its planes.
The 90cm-long bunny (similar to the one in the photograph below), is called Simon - he's owned by model Annette Edwards, from Stoulton in Worcestershire, according to The Sun newspaper, external.
He was found dead in the cargo hold when the flight arrived at Chicago's O'Hare airport from London Heathrow.
Image source, Getty Images
James Pearson
Political reporter, BBC Hereford & Worcester
Care providers in Worcestershire are calling on the county council to release millions of pounds of extra funding for adult social care.
More than £20m is coming to the local authority over the next three years, as part of a rescue package for social care announced in this year's budget.
Image source, Science Photo LibraryProviders have told me that over the next 12 months the county council is offering either small rises, or none at all, in what it pays them to look after residents.
Worcestershire County Council says no decisions have been finalised on the spending of the additional money.
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Charlie Slater
BBC Weather presenter
It's going to be another chilly night and the gritters are going out around the region. Lows of 1C (34F).
Charlie Slater with the weather forecast for the West Midlands
A Kidderminster woman completed the London Marathon in support of her mother to raise vital funds , externalfor Epilepsy Action.
If you're a business and seagulls are raiding the waste outside your premises, then Herefordshire Council is offering a solution.
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Monica Rimmer
Journalist, BBC Online
Frequent snapper Paul Wilde sent in some lovely pictures of his walk over Abbey Meadows in Redditch.
Plenty of blue skies and sunshine.
Image source, Paul WildeI couldn't resist sharing this picture of Paul's pooch enjoying a laze in the sun.
Image source, Paul WildeA new refuge for women and children fleeing from domestic abuse will open in Hereford later this year.
West Mercia Housing are building the centre that will be run by West Mercia Women’s Aid.
Image source, West Mercia HousingIt will open in late summer and will replace the existing one in the city.
The centre will be purpose built and will have self-contained units which offer a more comfortable environment for women and families, in particular for those who may find communal living difficult.
The new refuge will have eight units, accommodating eight families.
Gary Gold is to remain as Premiership club Worcester Warriors's director of rugby after saving them from relegation.
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