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Live: Van on fire after shop crash in Worcester

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Man stole from donation boxes

A MAN who stole money from donation boxes in Pershore Abbey has been given a suspended prison sentence. Matthew Schramm, aged 32, of Lower Priest Lane, Pershore, admitted theft when he appeared at Kidderminster Magistrates Court on September 12

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New centralised stroke unit already making a difference, say health chiefs

THE centralisation of county stroke services in Worcester is providing better care to patients, according to the latest statistics. The change came into effect in late July, when stroke beds in the north of the county were closed down in favour

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Meet my running buddy, it’s popular DJ Jo Whiley

MOST people choose their close friends or a relative to become their running buddy and help to motivate them. But when radio DJ Jo Whiley was looking for a training partner for the Bupa Great North Run she chose fellow mother-of-four Susan Spence

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Fund-raising supper in memory of wife

AN “inspirational” pensioner who lost his wife to a stroke is organising a fish and chip supper to help raise funds for stroke survivors. Charlie Hodges, aged 71, whose wife Margaret died 11 years ago after suffering a stroke, is hosting the fundraiser

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Newland horse well connected

CLAINES trainer Dr Richard Newland picked up a winner with his only runner at Worcester races. Much-fancied Connectivity was a successful 5-6 favourite in the Bob Love ‘King Of The Dirt’ Memorial Beginners’ Chase at the Pitchcroft track under champion

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Air cadets have a golden touch

A GROUP of cadets from the Droitwich Air Training Corps visited St James’ Palace to receive their gold Duke of Edinburgh awards. The youngsters travelled to London to receive their certificates from trustee and gold award holder HRH the Earl of

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Hunt for station vandalism man

THIS is the man police want to talk to following an incident of vandalism at a Worcester railway station. The CCTV image was issued yesterday in a bid to find the person responsible for the damage at Worcester’s Foregate Street station. The

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Murder accused took own life

A MILLIONAIRE accused of trying to murder his estranged wife and her lover in Ledbury hanged himself after being told that the prison where he was detained was to be closed, an inquest heard today. Peter Mason, 58, was anxious about the prospect

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Substation cordoned off after gas leak

AN electricity substation had to be evacuated and cordoned off after a gas pipe was severed this morning. Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service was called to the substation in Norton Road, St Peter’s, Worcester at 11.30am. A spokesman

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Gas works causing traffic chaos

GAS works are causing misery for motorists on a busy Worcester road. Three-way traffic lights have this week been set up at the busy junction with Henwick Road, at the main entrance to the University of Worcester, just as students return for the

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City sign Torquay winger on loan

TORQUAY United winger Niall Thompson has joined Worcester City in a one-month loan deal. The lightening quick youngster has been on the fringes of Alan Knill’s first-team squad at Plainmoor this season, making three substitute appearances for the

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Red faces all round for Ed and his team

IT hasn’t been the best week in Ed Miliband’s career, with the Labour leader’s policy ideas at his party’s Brighton conference being largely trashed by the national press. Maybe he was badly advised, but if he is looking to insert some fresh energy

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Meet Worcester's first electric taxi driver

HERE’S something you don’t see too often...a taxi driver ferrying customers around in a car with ZERO emissions. Zamir Hussain has become Worcester’s first ever electric car taxi service - and says he wants fellow hackney carriage drivers to follow

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New laws benefitting French prop Jeremy

FRENCH import Jeremy Becasseau is revelling in the current renaissance of the small guy that is becoming increasingly apparent under the new scrum laws. Before the latest incarnation of the scrum engagement protocols were introduced for this season

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Appeal for answers over first-time buyer scheme

THE managing director of Worcester City Council is writing to the Government amid fears that the end of a popular first-time housebuyer scheme will result in young people missing out. Duncan Sharkey is asking for “urgent clarification” over when

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Noble politicians in ding-dong over bellringing claims

THEY may sit at opposite sides of the chamber but two political figures also found themselves divided on the seemingly innocent topic of bellringing. Lord Cope of Berkeley, a Bath Abbey ringer, decided to challenge Lord Faulkner of Worcester’s

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Motorcyclist injured in crash

A MOTORCYCLIST was taken to hospital after a collision with a car in Worcester this morning. Emergency services were called to the crash, at the junction of the A38 and A4440 in Broomhall, at 10am. A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman

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Prop Porter returns to Warriors front row against London Wasps

GEORGE Porter will make his first Worcester Warriors appearance in over nine months after being named at loosehead prop for tomorrow's trip to London Wasps (3pm). It will be the 24-year-old's second Aviva Premiership start for Warriors after he

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Teachers' strike action set to hit 50 schools

FIFTY schools across the county will be affected when teachers stage a walkout over an argument about pay and pensions. It will happen on Tuesday with schools taking part either being partially or fully closed for the day, and will be followed

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Worcester City aim to erase the pain of last season

ELEVEN months ago, Worcester City saw their dream of reaching the FA Cup first round go up in smoke in heart-breaking fashion. All set for a potentially lucrative fourth qualifying round replay against Bromley, City conceded a 90th-minute goal

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Hampson hoping for cash booster

CHAIRMAN Anthony Hampson says the financial rewards from an FA Cup run will help Worcester City manager Carl Heeley keep his squad together. City take on Midland Alliance minnows Coventry Sphinx in the second qualifying round at Aggborough tomorrow

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Ryan’s not planning special treatment for old boy Goode

FORMER Worcester fly-half Andy Goode will line up against his old team-mates for new club Wasps this weekend, but Dean Ryan insists he won’t be singled out for special attention. Ex-England outside-half Goode was keen to finish his career at Sixways

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Incinerator decision facing major delay

A CRUNCH decision over whether to go ahead with a £120 million rubbish-burning incinerator in Worcestershire is facing huge delays - possibly into next year. Your Worcester News can reveal a new financial package has been offered to the county

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Bulls hoping to make most of home comforts

HEREFORD United tackle Luton Town at Edgar Street tomorrow (3pm) in search of their second home victory in four days. Martin Foyle’s side picked up their third win of the season on home soil with a 1-0 success over Lincoln City last Tuesday, courtesy

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Harriers ready to shoot down Shots

KIDDERMINSTER Harriers have a fifth victory in six games within their sights tonight against Aldershot Town under the gaze of the television cameras at Aggborough (7.45). Steve Burr’s third-placed side have beaten Welling (2-1), Hyde (2-1), Tamworth

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Warriors launch training pathway

WORCESTER Warriors have launched their Development Player Pathway (DPP) as they look to find the next generation of first team stars. Warriors have set-up four centres where talented youngsters will train under the guidance of the best coaches

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Arena is sold out for big contest

THERE is a sell-out crowd for tonight’s international netball clash between England and South Africa at Worcester’s University Arena (7.45). Around 2,000 fans have snapped up tickets for the final fixture in the three-match FIAT International Series

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Fewer boozers equals less crime, say police chiefs

RECORDED crime in Worcestershire has fallen 16 per cent in three years, it has emerged. New data reveals how anti-social behaviour, domestic abuse and alcohol-related crimes have all fallen since 2010. About 7,000 fewer crimes were recorded