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Missing 16-year-old Gemma Galsworthy found safe
A 16-year-old missing from Worcester has been found safe and well. Gemma Galsworthy was found in Coventry this morning after going missing on Monday. South Worcestershire Cops tweeted: "Many thanks for all of the retweets and for the assistance
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Six items they urgently need at Worcester Foodbank
VOLUNTEERS at Worcester Foodbank have made a "very urgent" plea for items during their busy summer months. The food bank is running low on a number of items and need help to restock their new warehouse in Lowesmoor Wharf. The items they urgently
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Thousands of pounds worth of tools stolen from Ryall
BURGLARS broke into a property and stole thousands of pounds worth of tools today (Thursday). The burglars broke into the property in Ryall and took about £3,000 worth of tools. A white van may have been involved in the break in. Anyone
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County face big deficit despite full bowling points
WORCESTERSHIRE secured maximum bowling points but face a substantial first-innings deficit after day two of the Specsavers County Championship clash with Kent at Canterbury. The visitors made sure of the third bowling point in the 108th of the
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Former Pegasus striker Pearson delighted to step up with Evesham
NEW Evesham United striker Sam Pearson insists he’s not daunted by stepping up two tiers. Pearson was on the books at Hereford-based Pegasus Juniors in the West Midlands League Premier Division. He has been on trial with Hereford FC and played
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New artificial Sixways pitch to host football
WORCESTER Warriors’ new artificial grass pitch will be staging six-a-side football from September 12. Soccersixes’ chiefs say they plan to bring a league to Sixways Stadium on Monday evenings, running from 7pm onwards. Warriors have installed
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PICTURES: Winners and runners-up at St John's Colts football festival
WORCESTER’S St John’s Colts held their seventh annual football festival. For the second year, King’s School Worcester staged the action involving 90 teams, 1,300 participants and 4,000 visitors in soaring temperatures. The growing tournament
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Change to kick-off time for Warriors at Exeter
THE Aviva Premiership kick-off time between Exeter Chiefs and Worcester Warriors on Saturday, November 26, has been moved to 4.30pm. The time has been changed to enable supporters to also enjoy the England and Argentina game scheduled at 2.30pm
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Ticket details for Rapids' cup quarter-final at Somerset
TICKETS for Worcestershire Rapids' Royal London One-Day Cup quarter-final at Somerset go on sale to the public at 9am on Saturday. Somerset members had priority for a 48-hour period from 9am today to purchase tickets for the last-eight clash at
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Pupil wins competition with futuristic house design
A CREATIVE youngster from Pershore has scooped top prize in a competition to design a house of the future. Frankee Camden, aged seven, won Persimmon Homes South Midlands' drawing contest with her futuristic concept. The Cherry Orchard First School
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Youngest member of Somali drugs gang avoids jail
THE youngest member of a gang of Somali crack cocaine dealers who set up business in Worcester has been spared jail. Adem Benmessahel was only 17 when police raided a house in Lichfield Road, Ronkswood and another in Newtown Road at around 6.35am on April
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Worcester student heading to India to help disabled children
A WORCESTER student travelling to India to help disabled children is seeking donations to support her trip. Natalie Pacey, 21, will arrive at the children’s hostel in the Indian town Varanasi on August 13. Ms Pacey, who is an occupational therapist
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Brooms Hill Festival line-up announced
IF you're after a small friendly festival, why not go to Broom Hill this summer?Now in its fourth year the Broom Hill Festival will take place on Saturday August 20, in a field near Compton Wynyates on the Warwickshire and Oxfordshire border. It is
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Man kicked car and used racist slur during incident in Wylds Lane, Worcester
A MAN kicked a car and used a racist slur during an incident in Wylds Lane, Worcester. At around 10.40pm on Sunday, July 31, the victim, a 40-year-old man, was driving along the road when he became aware of a man walking into the road from the
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Worcester's MP challenges hospital chiefs as inspection nears
WORCESTER'S MP has challenged health chiefs to escape their 'failing' status - with a crucial inspection just weeks away. Robin Walker says bosses at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust need to take momentum from their counterparts in mental
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Get Brassed Off in Droitwich
THE Norbury Players' next offering will be Brassed Off, which is a tale of a mining town in crisis, but with music.Set in 1994, after years of disputes and mine closures, the axe looks set to fall on Grimley Colliery, with the loss of 1200 jobs.The
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Long-serving paramedics honoured by council chairman
CELEBRATIONS are in order for a pair of Evesham paramedics who between them have clocked up 90 years service to the NHS.Philip Crowther and David Hankins were presented with special certificates by Wychavon District Council's Chairman, Councillor
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English relishing City challenge after leaving Solihull "comfort zone"
JUNIOR English admits he is pleased to be “out of his comfort zone” at Worcester City after bringing the curtain down on his time at Solihull Moors. The 30-year-old midfielder spent 12 years at the West Midlands club and he revealed he was offered
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The son of Madame Butterfly comes to Malvern
A ONE man opera, inspired by by Puccini's Madame Butterfly and Japanese Noh Theatre, is set to entertain a Worcestershire audience.Ignacio Jarquin's "Mme Butterfly" will come to Malvern Theatres on Friday, September 30, with a new score
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Fans' backing is "critical" says City boss
A HEARTFELT plea has been made by manager Carl Heeley to Worcester City’s disillusioned supporters to get behind his new-look side. Heeley insists Worcester’s fans are “critical” to the exiled club who will play their home games at the Victoria
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Kids get to live like kings and queens for a day at a castle in Worcestershire
CHILDREN can become a king or queen for the day at Worcestershire County Museum at Hartlebury Castle, near Kidderminster. The ‘Summer Skool’ allows the children to become different characters through teacher led sessions, hands on craft classes
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Race organised in memory of popular runner
FRIENDS of a popular Worcester runner who died earlier this year have organised a charity 10K in her honour.Rebecca Wilkins, who lived in White Castle, was an enthusiastic member of city running group the Black Pear Joggers before she died in February
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Speeding motorcyclists targeted by new police and council partnership
A partnership between the police and county council has been set up to tackle speeding motorcyclists in Stourport. Worcestershire County Council countryside team and Stourport Safer Neighbourhood Team are trying to reduce speeding on the Leapgate
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Creator of Malvern high-tech company dies aged 90
THE founder of an award-winning Malvern company has died at the age of 90. Steve Trudgill, 90, created Malvern Instruments, which makes scientific equipment and has been a major employer in the town since 1962. Mr Trudgill was born in Nelson
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Armed police called to city centre
ARMED police were called to an incident in Worcester in which it was suspected someone was carrying a handgun. Officers were called to an incident of disorder, reported to them by staff at the Marrs Bars pub in Pierpoint Street, in the early hours
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BREXIT: Lords bid to derail Brexit rubbished as county politicians reject new referendum
A PLOT to stage a re-run of the EU referendum has been rubbished by Worcestershire politicians - who have backed a poll showing little public appetite for it. The House of Lords has been accused of trying to derail Brexit by warning Theresa May
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Warning over elderly "ticking timebomb" as council's carer claims rise 26 per cent
COUNCIL chiefs are warning about increasing pressure from Worcestershire's elderly population and the demands continue to grow. Worcestershire County Council has published a raft of updated figures on its adult social care service, revealing:
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New radicalisation hotline backed by police commissioner
A NEW Government-supported hotline to counter radicalisation has been backed by the region's police and crime commissioner. The NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children) has launched a dedicated advice service for parents
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Sister Sledge and Bay City Rollers heading to Worcestershire music festival
BIG acts including Bay City Rollers and Sister Sledge are heading to Upton to perform at the Sunshine Music Festival.More than 100 acts will take to the stages in Fish Meadow between August 26 and August 28.Children aged 12 and under get free entry to
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The Osmonds and Malvern go together like Christmas and turkey
THE OSMONDS and Malvern are becoming a Christmas tradition, and this year will be no exception.The show that remembers one of America's greatest entertainers, the ‘Andy Williams Christmas Extravaganza’ will return to Malvern Theatres for the second
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One-eyed Armenian karate coach turned armed robber jailed for gunpoint Worcester raid
A ONE-eyed armed robber who raided £15,000 at gunpoint from a Worcester travel agent 10 years ago has finally been locked up. Former Armenian karate team coach Hayek Madoyan, 43, carried out the terrifying raid at Co-op Travel, in the High Street
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UPDATE: Three arrested after police recover crack cocaine
THREE people have been arrested after police recovered crack cocaine in Worcester. Officers stopped a car in Midland Road at around 12.45pm yesterday, (August 3). Upon searching the car, officers discovered a large amount of cash and a substance
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The Swan in Worcester could provide the right step to a career on the stage
SWAN THEATRE School is on a mission to find the next Benedict Cumberbatch and Judi Dench from the city's own bubbling pool of talent.Well known for its productions of Shakespeare, its pantomime, and its large Youth Theatre section, the Swan Theatre
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Kohler-Cadmore targets at least three more wins for Championship promotion
TOM Kohler-Cadmore says Worcestershire will be in “a very good spot” in their bid to gain promotion to Specsavers County Championship Division One if they win three of their remaining six games. The County, who are currently playing at Kent in
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Call to use app and help keep city streets clean
RESIDENTS are being urged to help keep Worcester clean by reporting dog mess to the City Council using an app. The PooWatch web app allows members of the public to report dog mess or to find the nearest bin for pet waste. Jude Allen, community
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Abbott playing final County game before joining South Africa Test squad
WORCESTERSHIRE overseas player Kyle Abbott has been included in the South African squad for the forthcoming two-match Test series against New Zealand. Abbott is part of a 15-strong party for the games in Durban from August 19 and Centurion from
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Miners' strike theme for Worcester Museum exhibition
A NEW exhibition at the Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum will reveal the story of "an English Civil War" of the last century, the Miners' Strike of 1984.The name of the exhibition will be "The Battle of Orgreave" and it will
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Still time to join Waterways Walk in aid of St Richard's Hospice
WALKERS will be pounding the pavement to raise money for St Richard's Hospice this Sunday.The hospice’s seventh annual Waterways Walk will this year will include a new family friendly six-mile route as well as 11-mile and 21-mile routes.There is still
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Spate of car thefts in Northwick, Arboretum and Claines
THIEVES have been breaking into cars in Claines, Northwick and the Arboretum stealing sat navs, dash cams and glasses. Police officers have been delivering letters to people living in the areas following the spate of break-ins advising drivers
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A Brum date for the Goat Ropers
THE Goat Roper Rodeo Band don't actually rope goats for a living, or even for fun; but their sound is just as unique as their name, some aficionados say.On Friday, September 30, from 7.30pm, the band members will be their usual eccentric selves at
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Police warn Malvern churchgoers over spate of purse thefts
CHURCHGOERS in Malvern are urged to be on the alert after a spate of purse or handbag thefts. The latest reported incident was at the United Reformed Church in Malvern Link last Friday (July 29) between 11.45am and 12.45pm. A blue leather purse
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Witley Church to host its sixth arts and crafts exhibition
THE stunning baroque church of Great Witley will host its sixth Church Arts and Crafts Exhibition, during the August Bank Holiday weekend.This year’s exhibition will open, as always, with a preview evening from 7.30pm on Friday 26th August 26, when dress
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Artists’ show a pretty picture of success
A SUMMER exhibition has so far proved “very popular” with visitors to Lower Broadheath, near Worcester. Art lovers from across the county flocked to the Elgar Birthplace Museum for the grand opening of the show, featuring work by painters David Birtwhistle
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Fundraising garden party being held at St Oswald's Hospital
MEMBERS of the Mother's Union, from branches across Worcester, are joining forces for a fundraising garden party. The garden party is being held at St Oswald's Hospital, Almshouses on the Tything on Wednesday, August 10, from 2.30pm. Members who
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Authentic classical sounds for Malvern concert
THE autumn season for the Malvern Concert Club will kick off with a fascinating performance by the Chiaroscuro Quartet.The Quartet is known for using only traditional gut strings, as opposed to more modern, artificial strings, and so they offer a rare
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Man arrested at Worcester hospital for assault on police and staff
POLICE arrived in force at a Worcester hospital as a man was arrested for an alleged assault on a police officer and reportedly a member of hospital staff. The Worcester News received a report from the family of a patient at Worcestershire Royal
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Stolen satnav
A SATNAV was stolen from an unlocked vehicle on the driveway of a property in Ivy Crescent, Bevere, near Worcester. A thorough search was made within the glove box and console area of the vehicle. The theft happened between 3pm and 4pm on Tuesday
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Seven hurt in crash near West Midland Safari Park
SEVEN people were injured when two cars crashed outside the entrance to West Midland Safari Park. Paramedics were called to the attraction on the A456 Kidderminster Road, in Bewdley, shortly before 7.55pm last night (Wednesday, August 3). Seven
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Telephone scam
AN elderly person from Inkberrow gave out their card details after being tricked by scammers. The resident received a telephone call from a company claiming to be able to stop cold calls for a £99 fee. It happened on Wednesday, August 3.
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Armscote anniversary concerts for the Orchestra of the Swan
THE ORCHESTRA of the Swan has come of age this year, having turned 21, and to celebrate the landmark occasion a series of exclusive concerts have been organised, all based at a local stately home.A spokesman said: "This is a wonderful opportunity
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Evesham paramedic reaches Miss England finals
AN EVESHAM paramedic took part in the Miss England finals last month, beating 22,000 women to the stage. Kim Jones competed in the sports, eco-fashion and evening wear rounds as one of the 50 women to reach the finals.Miss Jones, who works for West Midlands
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A nightmare of a show will be family entertainment at Ledbury's Market Theatre
A NIGHTMARE of a show is coming to Ledbury's Market Theatre, and its certain to be a scream.Following the success of last year’s summer project, The Wizard of Oz, Big Sing UK are returning with The Addams Family. A spokesman said: "This new
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Kervezee's seven wicket haul helps Worcestershire seconds see off Notts
ALEXEI Kervezee's seven wicket haul helped Worcestershire seconds to a two-day win over Nottinghamshire Seconds by seven wickets in the Second Eleven Championship match at RGS Worcester. Kervezee's off spin brought him figures of 7-61 from 22.5
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Hospice passes halfway mark in bid for stunning sea of forget-me-nots
MORE than 500 handmade forget-me-nots have been snapped up by hospice supporters helping to create a celebration garden in Worcester.St Richard's Hospice is creating the garden around the base of the city's St Andrew’s Spire.The charity hopes
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Get soul, get to Malvern this autumn
A CELEBRATION of soul is coming to Malvern Theatres in late October, but it's nothing to do with the spooks of Halloween and everything to do with the soundtrack to all our days.The "Soul Legends" show will entertain a Worcestershire audience
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Legacy fund launched at day for Joel Richards
A day of celebration and reflection marked the official launch of a fund set up in the name of a University of Worcester student killed in a terrorist attack. Joel Richards, 19, died alongside his uncle Adrian Evans and grandfather Pat Evans on a beach
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Mr Selfridge actress drops in for Cathedral's exhibition launch
AN actress from TV series Mr Selfridge was at Worcester Cathedral to launch its period drama costume exhibition.Zoe Richards, who played Jenny Dolly in the last series, was at Worcester Cathedral's chapter house on Monday to cut the ribbon at the
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First class degrees for University's Malvern students
THREE Malvern students are celebrating after securing first class honours in their degrees.Megan Freya Nash-Ceen, Derek Knaggs and Julian Davidson will graduate from the University of Worcester with the highest classification during a week of celebrations
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Firefighters put out fire in open
A SMALL fire in the open was put out in Hipton Hill, Lenchwick, near Evesham yesterday evening. Firefighters from Evesham went to the fire just after 8.3opm.
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5 things you need to know Thursday
1. Top story: UPDATE: Explosion and fire in Worcester 2. Today's weather: Cloudy with a chance of rain later 3. Traffic and travel: Slow traffic on Sherridge Road, Leigh Sinton and A4440 Broomhall Way, Worcester 4. What's on? A chance to
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Firefighters free motorist in field near Droitwich
FIREFIGTHTERS freed someone from an overturned vehicle in a field last night. A crew from Droitwich went to the field on Crutch Lane, Elmbridge, near Droitwich, just after 10pm. The vehicle was in the field following a crash.
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Drug addict traded punches in city centre brawl
A 45-year-old drug addict who got into a night-time fight in Worcester city centre has been given a suspended jail sentence.John Copson, of Wyld's Lane, Worcester, was seen trading punches with another man in the area outside the former Angel Chef
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City axe has left me in a "very difficult" position, admits Perry
KYLE Perry claims Worcester City’s shock decision to axe him on the eve of the new season will have an impact on his livelihood. The experienced striker says he is “gutted” and "disheartened” after manager Carl Heeley told him he was no longer