REVIVE THE HIGH ST
Welcome to The Evesham Journal
Welcome to The Evesham Journal — for the town of Evesham.
ABOUT — Why The Evesham Journal Exists
The Evesham Journal is conceived as an online-first local information platform serving the town of Evesham and the wider Vale.
Its founding principle is transparency.
We want information to come directly from those responsible for it wherever possible.
A business launching something should be able to explain it.
A community group organising an event should be able to tell people about it.
A local organisation should be able to publish its information.
A resident should know where to find opportunities.
A young person should be able to discover what is available to them.
We also recognise the difference between information, advertising, opinion and verified reporting.
Contributors should be clearly identified.
Commercial content should be labelled.
Claims should be checked where appropriate.
Public-interest information should be sourced responsibly.
The Journal’s ambition is to become a trusted local information layer connecting people, places and opportunity.
SERVICES — What We Offer
The Evesham Journal can provide a range of services for the community and local organisations. Local News and Updates Current information about what is happening around Evesham. Business Profiles Give local businesses an opportunity to explain who they are, what they offer and how people can contact them. Community Noticeboard Events, volunteering, clubs, community activities and local opportunities. Enterprise Highlight start-ups, sole traders, apprenticeships, practical skills and people creating new businesses. Young People A dedicated pathway for people aged 16+ to discover training, work experience, apprenticeships and enterprise opportunities. High Street Follow the Revive the High Street programme and report on new businesses, changing premises, community projects and regeneration ideas. What’s On A central calendar for events, activities and community gatherings. Local Voices Interviews and contributions from residents, businesses, organisations and community leaders. Prince Henry’s Friends Reunited A dedicated community area reconnecting former Prince Henry’s High School pupils, sharing memories, achievements, reunions and opportunities to support the town.
TEAM — The People Behind the Vision
The Evesham Journal is intended to be built around people who care about the town. Suzanne McLaughlin MBRCP A founder of the wider enterprise vision, Suzanne brings a background in business, hair science, wellbeing and community enterprise. Her proposed community focus includes The Men of Evesham, practical skills, Time Banking and enterprise. Sarah Wells Sarah’s proposed areas include PH Diagnostics and River Awareness, connecting health awareness, appropriate signposting, environmental education and community participation. Emma Jarvis Our very own councillor, Emma brings a civic perspective and a connection to local democratic life. Her role should remain clearly distinct from independent commercial activity: the objective is to ensure community voices are heard through the appropriate democratic channels. The Community The most important member of the team is the community itself. Residents, businesses, young people, volunteers, former pupils, organisations and visitors all have something to contribute.
PURPOSE & MEANING — Why We Do It
What does The Evesham Journal mean? It means putting Evesham first. It means giving people a place to find information. It means giving local people a voice. It means helping local businesses tell their own stories. It means connecting generations. It means celebrating what works while asking honest questions about what needs to change. The Journal’s wider purpose is linked to the proposed: SMOKE FREE 2030 — Revive the High Street. But the purpose is much broader than smoking. It is about prevention, participation and opportunity. The philosophy is: Don’t just quit something. Start something. If someone has 16 spare hours, help them discover what those hours could become. If someone has a practical skill, help them find someone who needs it. If someone has an empty unit, help explore what could happen inside it. If someone has an idea, give them a place to start. If someone has a story, give them a place to tell it.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is The Evesham Journal a traditional newspaper?
It is conceived as an online-first local newspaper and information platform, designed around current information and direct local participation.
What does “from the horse’s mouth” mean?
It means seeking information directly from the relevant person, organisation or business, rather than relying on rumour or second-hand information.
Will everything be verified?
Information should be checked appropriately, especially where it concerns public safety, health, finance, legal matters or allegations. The Journal should distinguish clearly between verified information, opinion, advertising and contributed material.
Can local businesses contribute?
Yes. Businesses can submit information and tell their own stories, subject to editorial and commercial-content rules.
Can young people participate?
The proposed programme specifically includes opportunities for people aged 16+, subject to safeguarding, eligibility and appropriate training requirements.
What is Revive the High Street?
It is the wider regeneration concept connecting enterprise, skills, community participation and empty-unit activation.
What is Life on Mars?
It is an innovation challenge:
If we had to build Evesham’s high street again from scratch, what would we create?
What is Time Banking?
The concept allows people to exchange time and skills within an appropriate local Time Bank.
What is Prince Henry’s Friends Reunited?
A proposed online community for former Prince Henry’s pupils to reconnect, share memories and support future opportunities in Evesham.
JOIN US — PRINCE HENRY’S FRIENDS REUNITED
Is The Evesham Journal a traditional newspaper?
It is conceived as an online-first local newspaper and information platform, designed around current information and direct local participation.
What does “from the horse’s mouth” mean?
It means seeking information directly from the relevant person, organisation or business, rather than relying on rumour or second-hand information.
Will everything be verified?
Information should be checked appropriately, especially where it concerns public safety, health, finance, legal matters or allegations. The Journal should distinguish clearly between verified information, opinion, advertising and contributed material.
Can local businesses contribute?
Yes. Businesses can submit information and tell their own stories, subject to editorial and commercial-content rules.
Can young people participate?
The proposed programme specifically includes opportunities for people aged 16+, subject to safeguarding, eligibility and appropriate training requirements.
What is Revive the High Street?
It is the wider regeneration concept connecting enterprise, skills, community participation and empty-unit activation.
What is Life on Mars?
It is an innovation challenge:
If we had to build Evesham’s high street again from scratch, what would we create?
What is Time Banking?
The concept allows people to exchange time and skills within an appropriate local Time Bank.
What is Prince Henry’s Friends Reunited?
A proposed online community for former Prince Henry’s pupils to reconnect, share memories and support future opportunities in Evesham.
