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Swim the length of the English Channel for diabetes charity
KEEN swimmers in Worcestershire are being called on the swim the length of the English Channel - in their local pool. Diabetes UK is asking people to take the splash as part of its Swim22 challenge, swimming 22 miles to raise money for the charity. Participants
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Reaching final crucial for Wolves progress says coach
PAUL James believes reaching the British Basketball League Trophy final was crucial to proving Worcester Wolves are the real deal. Wolves face their date with destiny against Glasgow Rocks at Glasgow’s Commonwealth Arena on Sunday, March 30, after
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Former West Mercia health boss appointed as head of hospital review group
A FORMER health boss has been appointed as new the chairman of the group reviewing the future of hospital services in Worcestershire. Former chairman of NHS West Mercia cluster of Primary Care Trusts Joanna Newton has been made independent chairman of
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Warning over scam cancer test result email
COMPUTER users in Worcestershire are being warned to be aware of a scam in which people are sent emails telling them they may have cancer. The emails claim to be from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and are entitled &lsquo
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Horses still graze in Warndon Villages after two are impounded
HORSES are back grazing on land in Worcester despite two animals having been removed and impounded by the council. A tethered white horse was spotted on Sunday afternoon grazing next to the roundabout which connects Wainwright Road and Brindley
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Local people should have more power
Sir - A recent report by the Council of Europe stated that, due to deep austerity cuts, local councils do "not have adequate financial resources" and this is likely to "get worse in years to come", meaning the UK is not compliant with
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Worcestershire man assaulted
A MAN suffered what appears to be an unprovoked assault after he was hit in the face by a man walking in the opposite direction to him. The 32 year-old victim was walking in the direction of Broadway Road, Evesham, when a man, the victim says he says
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Is our swimming pool being run down?
Sir - I decided to take myself to the swimming baths on Monday 10 th March, The question I would like to ask the City council. Is the swimming pool being deliberately rundown? When I got to the reception I asked if the sauna and steam room was available
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Pershore road death man named locally
A MAN who died after he was hit by a car in Pershore on Friday night has been named locally as Wayne Palfrey. The incident took place just before 10.50pm on the B4084 Worcester Road in the town. Mr Palfrey's family are believed to be in shock about
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Worcestershire woman bitten by dog
POLICE in Evesham are seeking information about a man with two dogs, after one of them bit a woman. The woman was bitten on the leg, when she was standing near Evesham Sports Club, in Avon Street- she was later treated for cuts and bruising at Worcestershire
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"Life-saving" actions praised for helping heart attack victim who collapsed on stage
THE quick actions of a retired doctor and two women who came to the aid of a singer after she suffered a heart attack on stage have been praised for potentially saving her life. Members of Hallow WI were halfway through their Calendar Girls-inspired
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Innovative new glaucoma treatment now available in Worcestershire
PATIENTS in Worcestershire have become some of the first in the country to benefit from a new treatment for glaucoma after generous donors raised £30,000 for a new device. The cash for the Trabectome device at Worcestershire Royal Hospital - which
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Three years of suffering
Sir - Saturday March 15 marked the 3rd anniversary of the Syrian uprising. It is the greatest humanitarian crises of our times. It has claimed the lives of over 130,000 people and forced nearly 9 million people from their homes. More than 11,000 children
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Downturn over, upturn here for pubs and clubs
BUSINESSES in the leisure and hospitality industry can now grow with help from the Government. Lester Pyatt, managing director of Omark Hospitality Solutions, said: "“With the worst of the economic downturn behind us, now is a perfect time to look
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Owumi has sights set on Trophy glory
CAPTAIN Alex Owumi says defeat was not an option for Worcester Wolves in their pursuit of silverware in the British Basketball League Trophy. Holding a narrow 62-60 advantage after the first leg of their semi-final against Sheffield Sharks, Wolves
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Agricultural specialist joins Worcester law firm
DOUGLAS Godwin is a lawyer who has a pair of wellies permanently in the boot of his car, because the latest addition to the team of QualitySolicitors Parkinson Wright in Worcester is an expert in agricultural matters. Mr Godwin specialises in agricultural
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David Lloyd holding Super Saturday for Sport Relief
A WORCESTER gym is inviting non-members to power up for five hours of fitness classes to raise cash for Sport Relief.Members of the Sixways branch of David Lloyd, the official fitness partner for Sport Relief 2014, are being urged to bring family and
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Getting ready for the challenges of age
NO-one likes to admit they're getting older, but we all are, and it's best to be ready for it.That's why the National Careline returned on Saturday to Worcester's Guildhall, for it's third 55+ and Retirement Roadshow.The hall was filled
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Let's launch new park and ride in west Worcester
PLEAS are being made for a new park and ride serving west Worcester - with a leading councillor saying it could bite the city's congestion bullet. Councillor Richard Udall, who represents St John's, says the county council should review its position
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Councillor fears seagulls are coming back to Worcester
PLEAS are being made to increase the money spent on tackling seagulls in Worcester - with a city councillor saying he fears they are coming back. Councillor Simon Cronin says his email box is already starting to fill up from residents, saying gulls
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Former Tory man gets Labour nod to contest city council seat
A WELL-KNOWN Worcester councillor who stunned the city's Conservatives by dumping the party has been confirmed as Labour's election candidate for a vital seat. Jabba Riaz, one of Worcester's most controversial political figures, will be contesting
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Free events to help tourism businesses affected by flooding
A SERIES of free events is being organised by Destination Worcestershire, in partnership with VisitEngland, to help tourism businesses affected by flooding. They will provide access to experts on business continuity, communications and social media,
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Cathedral Plaza revamp is long overdue, says city council leader
THE leader of Worcester City Council has backed a multi-million pound revamp of Cathedral Plaza - saying people have been "waiting too long" to see investment. Councillor Adrian Gregson also says the city would benefit from the Cathedral roundabout
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Free advice for tourism businesses
A SERIES of four free events is to be held across Worcestershire to help tourism businesses. Organised by Destination Worcestershire, which is part of Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, and called Have Your Say, they will include
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Children turn into reporters for city floods
THE indepth and extensive coverage provided by your Worcester News during the floods was put to good use in lessons at one primary school.Children at Powick Primary School, Malvern Road, near Worcester, used the popular Live blog and online articles at
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The true cost of Worcestershire's floods can be revealed - £640,000
THE true cost of Worcestershire's flooding can today be revealed - with the total bill burning through £640,000 of taxpayers' money. The final figure for dealing with last month's chaotic river levels includes around £380,000 for cleaning up the
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Attempted burglary in Worcestershire village
POLICE are seeking information after an attempted burglary took place in Upton upon Severn. An attempt was made to force open the door of a first floor apartment, in Rectory Road, on Saturday, March 15, between 6pm and midnight. Anyone with information
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More Government money for Worcestershire companies going green
MORE money is being made available for Worcestershire companies that want to "go green". The Department for Communities and Local Government has announced a major investment programme to support businesses diversifying into green industries.
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Stab victim named
POLICE have named a woman who died from stab wounds in Redditch at the weekend as Kirsty Wright. The 21 year old was stabbed on Saturday, March 15, in Evesham Road, Redditch, and was rushed to hospital where she died of her wounds the following morning
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Business rates campaign by Worcester accountants finds support in Parliament
A WORCESTER accountancy firm, which has launched a campaign for a "root and branch" reform of business rates, has welcomed the findings of a Parliamentary Select Committee.Managing partner of Bishop Fleming Matthew Lee has described business
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Climbathon event to take place for Worcestershire charity
A GROUP of sixth form students from the King’s School have taken on an enterprising challenge that will see them working towards getting hired not fired and all in the aid of charity. The Eye-prentice Challenge follows the pattern of the BBC'
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Rider combines passion for horses and fundraising
AFTER seeing first hand the importance of water filters during a visit to Ghana a kind hearted Worcester woman vowed to do her bit for the people in the African country. Now Lisa Care, of Lower Wick in Worcester, is combining all her passions to raise
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First 2014 Worcester Arts Market planned
THE FIRST Worcester Arts Market of the year will be hitting the streets with unique arts and crafts from across the region on Saturday, April 5.Between 9am and 5.30pm, Worcester High Street will be lined with a wide variety of arts, craft, food and drink
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Have you seen Hunter who went missing in Fernhill Heath?
CAN you help reunite missing cat Hunter with his devastated young owner? The 18-month-old light ginger cat went missing on Thursday, March 13, the evening of owner Jacob Parkes' eighth birthday. The family, who live in Chestnut Close, Fernhill
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City squad "down to bare bones"
MANAGER Carl Heeley admits his Worcester City squad is desperately short on players following a turbulent few days at the club.Since last Thursday, the Blue and Whites have seen keeper Ryan Boot sustain a knee injury in training as well as midfielder
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Prescription charges unfair to English
Sir - Come April 2014, the £8 prescription will be upon us.The charge will be £8.05, rising to £8.25 in 2015.The cause for long term ill, low paid or people struggling with household bills will have a stark choice, between medication
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Worcester radio station launches app to listen for free
A FREE app has launched so fans of Youthcomm Radio, covering Worcester city centre, can listen from anywhere in the world.Listeners with a smartphone, android or iPhone, tablet or access to iTunes, can download the app and tune in to live on-air programming.Muff
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Electrical substation catches fire
A FIRE crew from Evesham was called out at 1.43 pm on Sunday after an electrical substation at Falkland Road caught fire. The fire was caused by a 11,000-volt switch failing, and after the fire crews dealt with the blaze, engineers from Western
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Major investment expected from Midland SMEs as economy picks up
SMALL to medium sized manufacturers in the West Midlands are set to embark on a major investment drive to meet expected new demand as the economy recovers. The latest Manufacturing Advisory Service Barometer’s special focus survey shows 88 per
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Fun for all at church craft fair
HANDICRAFTS of all sorts were on show at St John's parish church of Saturday. A good crowd turned out for the event, which was organised to raise money for church funds. Hand-made jewellery, books and bags were just some of the items on show
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Second-half wasn't good enough says City boss Heeley
WORCESTER City manager Carl Heeley pointed to a below-par second-half from his team as the chief reason for their defeat at North Ferriby.Although they had an extra man for 47 minutes at Grange Lane, the visitors were unable to build on Daniel Nti'
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Teenager dies in Redditch drowning tragedy
A TEENAGER has died after getting into trouble in a lake at a countryside park in Worcestershire. Emergency services were called to the Arrow Valley Countryside Centre near Redditch at about 12.20pm yesterday (Sunday) after a three teenage boys
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Live News: Monday, March 17
11:53am Sad news. Former Two Fat Ladies star Clarissa Dickson Wright has died, aged 66. Click here for the full story 11:42am Did everyone catch George Cowley's
