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Check your gas canisters warn firefighters after leak
PEOPLE are being warned to check their gas bottles after firefighters were called out to a leak this evening.Upton fire crew were called to Marsh Lane, Longdon at just before 6.50pm to investigate a smell of gas.They found it was caused by a perished
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Lord Faulkner defends under-fire City chairman after "unfair" criticism
ONE of Worcester City’s most prominent season-ticket holders has given under-fire chairman Anthony Hampson his full support. Staunch City fan Lord Faulkner of Worcester believes Hampson has been receiving “unfair” criticism in recent weeks and
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Martley see off Rushwick in cup
MARTLEY Cricket Club advanced in the Dowdeswell Cup with a convincing 65-run home win over Rushwick in the preliminary round. They scored 162-4 off 12 overs after Ben Jones (38) and Matt Repton (20) gave them a good start. The middle order
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Karate ace Thomas takes European silver
A WORCESTERSHIRE martial artist won silver for England at the WKU (World Karate Union) European Championships. Sam Thomas, 21, won a trophy in her first international tournament after taking up the sport at the age of four. The University of
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Celebrated organist will hit the right notes at Worcester show
ONE of the world's leading concert organists will be giving a special performance at a Worcester church.Australian star Thomas Heywood will be performing at St Martin’s Church in London Road at 7.30pm on Saturday (July 16).To mark the 400th anniversary
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New Street Pastors out on patrol in Worcester
AN organisation dedicated to tackling problems on the city streets in Worcester has welcomed some new recruits. Worcester Street Pastors patrol the streets to provide support to vulnerable late-night revellers and anyone else in need. The inter-denominational
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Worcestershire opener Brett D’Oliveira would love to follow path of legendary grandfather Basil
OPENER Brett D’Oliveira hopes his selection for England Lions will be the first step towards full international recognition. The 22-year-old would love to follow in the path of his late grandfather Basil D’Oliveira, who played 44 Tests and four
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Health choir hitting the right notes
A WORCESTER NHS choir is hitting the right note for charity, as well as giving members a health kick.The Voices 4 Health Choir was formed two years ago to give anyone who is linked with the NHS in Worcestershire a chance to meet and sing together. The
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Car hits lamp post and flips over in Tolladine Road
A CAR overturned after hitting a lamppost in the Tolladine Road area of Worcester yesterday afternoon.But, fortunately, despite the dramatic crash, emergency services reported that no-one was injured.Emergency services were called at about 12.30pm and
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Former Malvern mayor joins calls for Theresa May to hold general election
A GREEN Party councillor in Worcestershire has joined the calls for a snap general election, saying Theresa May has "no mandate". Councillor Julian Roskams, who has tried to become an MP in West Worcestershire, wants the new Prime Minister to head
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The Worcester News is looking to give away thousands of pounds to good causes
IT’S that time of year again, when the Worcester News looks to give away thousands of pounds to local charities. We are looking for local groups and organisations to benefit from the Gannett Foundation – the charitable arm of Gannett Co Inc, the
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Concert to commemorate World War One features piece by nationally-acclaimed composer
A song-cycle by a Worcester composer was premiered at a concert to commemorate World War One.Nationally acclaimed composer Ian Venables's Through These Pale Cold Days was performed at the concert at RGS Worcester on the eve of the 100th anniversary
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From our archive: Last days of the old St John's Cinema
WORCESTER'S old St John's Cinema building was in the news again a fortnight ago with the latest plans being to knock it down (or what remains of it) and turn the site into a mix of shops and flats. Which will be sad, but in some ways inevitable
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Swanee whistle world record attempt set for Upton Blues Festival
A SWANEE whistle world record attempt is set to take place at Upton Blues Festival on Sunday. Some 500 people will play swanee whistles alongside a backing choir singing Always Look on the Bright Side of Life. The participants will whistle
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That's costly! Nearly 800 Worcestershire parents slapped with £60 fines for term-time holidaying
HUNDREDS of Worcestershire parents have been fined for taking their children on holiday during term time - with headteachers and council chiefs taking a hard line despite a high-profile High Court ruling overturning a similar sanction elsewhere.
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Worcester Warriors aiming to arrange home "development game" in August
HEAD coach Carl Hogg has confirmed Warriors are trying to arrange “a development game” in August on the new artificial surface. Warriors have arranged three warm-up matches away from home because the installation of their new main pitch will not
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Fishing shop in Tolladine is targeted again
THE Worcester Angling Centre, Rose Avenue, Tolladine, where stock worth hundreds of pounds was stolen over the weekend, has been targeted again.Two suspects approached the shop at about 11.35pm on Monday and kicked at the door, which was boarded up following
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Wolves' "jigsaw" is coming together, says coach James after signing Huffor
HEAD coach Paul James says Worcester Wolves have added another piece to their “jigsaw” after landing swingman Danny Huffor. The UK/US dual passport holder, who is a graduate of NCAA Division II School Newberry College, joins Wolves with a wealth
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TV chef Tom's the icing on the cake at Autumn Show
TOP TV chef Tom Kerridge is to headline this year’s Malvern Autumn Show, the annual two day celebration of seasonal mellow fruitfulness.The harvest festival event returns to Malvern's Three Counties showground over the weekend of September 24-25 with
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Sainsbury's and Tesco recall tins over fears they contain rubber
SUPERMARKET chains Sainsbury's and Tesco are recalling some of their tinned foods over fears they may contain rubber. The tinned goods affected include beef ravioli and macaroni cheese. Both retailers have claimed it is just a "precautionary
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"Relatively young" Worcester Warriors side will “give it a rip” at Singha Premiership Sevens
A “relatively young” Worcester Warriors side will “give it a rip” at the Singha Premiership Sevens in Newcastle later this month. The competition takes place at Kingston Park on July 30 and it could be the first step towards the Aviva Premiership
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Worcester school to help roll out teaching of Classics
PUPILS from Christopher Whitehead Language College too part in a day of events celebrating Classical Studies at Kings College London.There were lectures from Professor Edith Hall and a stand up comedy performance from Radio 4's Natalie Haynes.Students
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Pub landlord kicks out loudmouth for abusing Polish drinkers
A WORCESTER pub landlord has spoken of his anger after kicking out a racist yob who abused Polish people. Ted Marshall, from the Cap 'N' Gown, has issued a rallying call for landlords across the city to help "stamp out racism" by banning drinkers
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Unwitting coffee shop staff bemused as Pokémon GO players descend on cafe
A WORCESTER coffee shop has found itself at the centre of a centre of the bizarre world of 'Pokémon GO' - a new online craze currently sweeping the globe.Bemused staff at Costa coffee, in The Cross, were puzzled when groups of young people started
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Five green flag achievement for Nunnery Wood High
A WORCESTER school has secured its fifth successive Eco-schools Green Flag award.Nunnery Wood High is the only high school in Worcester to have achieved five of the flags given by the international award programme that encourages sustainability to be
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Exciting work experience at Westminster for Emily
AN MP has given a student a once-in-a-lifetime work experience week after inviting her to shadow her during an historic political week. Emily Tarry-Wright was invited to work alongside West Worcestershire MP Harriett Baldwin, who is treasury minister,
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Success for Red Hill Primary fete
MORE than 500 people went to Red Hill Primary School's fete.The event was opened by head Spencer Morris and Worcester Warriors Player Marco Mama.There were performances from Old Meg Morris Dancers, from Malvern, Red Hill's Glee Club and its cheerleaders
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Girls get involved in Physics at Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College
GIRLS have been proving their scientific abilities through an extra-curricular project. Youngsters from year 10 at Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College have been encouraging younger children to get involved with Physics. The project is aimed at attracting
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Rapist who brandished meat cleaver jailed for 12 years
A RAPIST who subjected a woman to a humiliating ordeal in her own home has been jailed for twelve years.Rickie Carter brandished a meat cleaver, told the woman to strip and then laughed at her and said she was fat before he forced her to have sex with
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Cup competitions will provide "a window of opportunity” for Worcester Warriors’ players
CUP competitions will provide “a window of opportunity” for Worcester Warriors’ players. Head coach Carl Hogg insists the Aviva Premiership remains Warriors’ “bread and butter” and other competitions will help to “balance” the squad during the
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Worcester MP Robin Walker pays special tribute to David Cameron's "legacy" as Prime Minister
MPs in Worcestershire have paid generous tributes to David Cameron - describing him as a "statesmanlike" figure as he departed Downing Street on an historic day. During his final Prime Minister's Questions today, Worcester MP Robin Walker brought
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Hanley Castle High students reach final of national business competition
PUPILS from Hanley Castle High School have competed against young people from across the country. Jen Thompson-Chatburn, Simon Lloyd, Brendan McCabe, Julian Shaw and Fran Henry-White took part in the finals of the Ryman National Enterprise Challenge.The
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Creative youngsters chance to show off their talent during craft competition
CREATIVE children in Droitwich are being invited to show off their talent at their local Hobbycraft store. A craft talent competition has been launched by the store, based at Webbs in Wychbold in Worcester Road, to keep children occupied during the summer
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Skip hire director disqualified and fined over hazardous waste
THE director of a skip hire business has been disqualified from acting as a company director for five years after a court found he "flagrantly disregarded the law" by not storing waste properly at a Cotswolds quarry. Nicholas Scarsbrook, the director
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Jonny Arr and Wynand Olivier back in full training for Worcester Warriors
ONE of Worcester Warriors’ most popular players Jonny Arr is back in full training after recovering from a serious knee injury. The 27-year-old scrum-half underwent a knee operation and missed the rest of the season after limping off in January
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New place at Place Partnership for graduate surveyor
LAND and property management company Place Partnership has appointed Mitchell Spencer as a graduate surveyor at its head office in Worcester.Mr Spencer, who is currently studying for a BSc Honours degree in estate management alongside his full-time work
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City boss pleased with players' fitness levels after draw at Stratford
MANAGER Carl Heeley believes Worcester City are “getting back into the swing of things” after a second half stunner from Jordan Wilson clinched a 1-1 draw at Stratford Town on Tuesday night. City, who were playing only their second match of pre-season
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Theresa May's rise to Downing Street another blow to all-women's shortlists
A FORMER leader of Worcester City Council has welcomed the arrival of Britain's second female Prime Minister - pointing to it being achieved without an all-women's shortlist. Councillor Marc Bayliss, who runs Worcester's Conservatives, says Theresa
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Woman arrested after concerns over street charity collection in Malvern
A WOMAN has been arrested after residents in Bosbury Road, Malvern, reported that a female with no identification was going door-to door claiming to be collecting for a deaf charity on Tuesday afternoon. Enquiries are ongoing and anyone with information
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Author presents award to Upton Snodsbury pupil poet Yanny
AN Upton Snodsbury Primary School pupil has won a national award for his poem. Yanny Zaynchovsky was presented with a canvas of his winning poem by author Christina Gabbitas as part of the Poems and Pictures. She said: “This is fantastic news
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Impact of Worcestershire's New Zealand ace Matt Henry hailed by Steve Rhodes
THE impact with the ball of New Zealand ace Matt Henry has been praised Worcestershire director of cricket Steve Rhodes. Henry has ended his spell in four-day cricket for Worcestershire with 27 Specsavers County Championship wickets from six games
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Paralympian inspires youngsters from Eckington CE First
THE children of Eckington CE First School enjoyed a visit from Paralympic swimmer Sascha Kindred. The athlete was there to talk to the pupils about his journey through five paralympics and how he won 12 paralympic medals. The visit fitted in with the
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Battle of Robins goes way of visitors
EVESHAM United lost 5-1 to League Two new boys Cheltenham Town at the Jubilee Stadium in a pre-season battle of the Robins. Watched by 491 fans, last season's National League champions were three goals up by half-time through Danny Wright, James
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UPDATE: Broken down coach cleared after causing delays for Worcester drivers
WE are hearing reports there is slow traffic at the Ketch Island, Worcester, due to a broken down coach. The vehicle, understood to be a school bus, is blocking one lane on the A4440 causing big delays for motorists in the area. The problem
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Worcestershire Seconds thrashed by 10 wickets by MCC Universities
WORCESTERSHIRE Seconds went down by 10 wickets to MCC Universities as the Second Eleven Championship match at Kidderminster ended with a day to spare. The home side polished off the MCCU first innings after they had resumed on 225-8 with Josh Tongue
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Part of Tudor Grange mural removed to make way for new shop front
PART of a large colourful mural created by students from Tudor Grange Academy has been pulled down to make way for a new shop front. The artwork on United Footwear, Upper Tything, was created in 2010 by year seven pupils along with graffiti artists
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River School pupils tackle questions of faith and science
PUPILS from a Worcester school have discussed whether science and faith can be compatible. Students from Christian school The River School spent a day with God and the Big Bang, a project inspired by the findings of the LASAR – Learning About Science
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Length of Kyle Abbott's stay at Worcestershire hinges on South Africa selection
DIRECTOR of cricket Steve Rhodes says the length of paceman Kyle Abbott's spell with Worcestershire hinges on whether he receives any international call-ups from South Africa during the next two-and-a-half months. Abbott made his first class debut
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Worcestershire's Joe Leach tops wicket-taking charts in Specsavers County Championship Division Two
WORCESTERSHIRE all-rounder Joe Leach is now the leading wicket-taker in Division Two of the Specsavers County Championship. The all-rounder picked up a further seven wickets in the 311 run away triumph over Northamptonshire. It lifted Leach's
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Worcester Channel swimmer's effort to feature in television film
A FORMER soldier who attempted to swim the English Channel to raise funds for Acorns Hospice, which cared for his terminally ill baby son, is to appear in a television programme about the ultimate open water challenge. Alan Gale, who lives
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Wychbold couple set up business to help preserve cherished childhood memories
JEANNE and Mark Whatmore from Wychbold really wanted to have a baby and they could not have been happier when little Elizabeth arrived three years ago.Elizabeth was an IVF baby and very much wanted, explained former primary school teacher Jeanne. As with
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Paramedic's wrist broken by patient in latest shocking attack
A PARAMEDIC'S wrist was broken by a patient while out on duty for West Midlands Ambulance Service. The sickening attack saw a man assault the paramedic in the West Midlands at 9am yesterday morning. Staff were called to attend to the man, in
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Worcester residents urged to be on their guard against scammers
COLD calls, high-pressure sales tactics and automated voicemails asking for people’s details are just some of the tricks scammers are using to rob people of their cash, according to Worcestershire County Council Trading Standards Service.The service aims
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Wilson's stunning strike salvages draw for City at Stratford
JORDAN Wilson announced himself to Worcester City’s supporters with a stunning second half strike to secure a 1-1 draw at Stratford Town. The promising striker, who was part of Shrewsbury Town’s youth team last season, was among a number of trialists
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Centre Ben Te'o "hungry" to prove himself at Worcester Warriors after England "disappointment”
POWERFUL centre Ben Te’o will arrive at Worcester Warriors “hungry” and with plenty to prove after his “disappointment” with England in Australia this summer. The 29-year-old is enjoying a four-week break after the rigours of England duty and a
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5 things you need to know Wednesday
1. Top Story: Machete-wielding robber locked up after crashing stolen car in city centre. 2. Today's weather: A mixture of sunshine and showers, which could turn heavy for a time, but should be short lived. 3. Traffic and travel: Fairly quiet
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Silver for athlete Danielle at national schools championships
TWO athletes secured medals for Herefordshire and Worcestershire at the New Balance English Schools’ Athletics Association (ESAA) Track and Field Championships in Gateshead. Danielle Hopkins, who attends The Chase School in Malvern, won silver
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War heroes across Worcestershire to benefit from £300k PCC-backed project
WAR heroes across Worcestershire are going to benefit from a project launched by the police and crime commissioner, it has emerged. John Campion, who was elected to the role at May's elections, is backing a £300,000 scheme to keep them away from crime
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More sports prospects set for grants
ATHLETES and young sports stars of the future are to receive a series of grants at a glitzy ladies’ day at Worcester Racecourse. Sports charity CG5, founded to promote participation in sport, are providing financial backing to six more talented