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Traffic building after car crash on city centre road
A CAR crash has caused rush hour traffic in the city centre this evening (Monday). Police officers have blocked the road heading towards Pitchcroft and are directing the flow of traffic. The crash between two cars happened at just before 5.30pm
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Three people rescued by firefighters from car stuck in flooded ford
THREE people had to be rescued by firefighters after their car was stuck in a flooded ford. Two women and a man had to be rescued from Shell Ford in Himbleton, Droitwich this afternoon. Firefighters from Droitwich and a boat crew from Worcester
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More people in hospital with Covid as city sees rise in new infections
THE number of people in hospital in Worcestershire with Covid-19 has risen according to the latest figures. As many as 50 people were in hospital with coronavirus in Worcestershire on October 26 including two people in intensive care - the highest
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Drunken thug in bloody Worcester bottle attack brawl and road rage attack
A DRUNKEN thug walked free after he threw a bottle which cut open a man's arm during a bloody brawl in Worcester, later attempting to run over his victim. Nathan Simpson Etheridge lobbed a bottle which smashed and cut open Nicholas Mezzone's arm
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Match report: Wolves' second-half blitz sinks Hoods
Worcester Wolves emerged victorious from a game of two halves against the Nottingham Hoods at the University of Worcester Arena on Saturday. Wolves were held by their visitors to just a 39-38 half-time edge, but swept past them in the second half
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Worcester husband told his wife she would have to go back to Pakistan
A 'controlling' husband attacked his own wife, spent her money on drugs and told her she would have to go back to Pakistan. Naveed Hussain was not sent to jail - but only because he had spent the equivalent of close to a 20 month prison sentence
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West Mercia Police officers to appear on Channel 5 show
TWO West Mercia Police officers will appear on a television show which looks at the rise in officers under attack. PC Natasha Markham and DC Smith recall an incident they have faced in the line of duty on Police Code Zero: Officer Under Attack.
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New business park could bring more than 100 jobs to village
A ‘first of its kind’ eco business park could bring more than 100 jobs to a village as part of new plans. Up to 24 new units would be built on land currently used as a nursery by Hartland Plant Centre off Main Road in Kempsey. The business
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2 spas in Worcestershire shortlisted for the Good Spa Guide Awards 2021 - how to vote
This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. Spa facilities across the UK are hoping to be crowned the winner of their region in the Good Spa Guide Awards 2021 and voting is now open
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Man accused of neglecting horses to face trial
A MAN accused of neglecting horses in a village near Worcester will stand trial. Samuel Duckworth appeared before magistrates on October 29, where he pleaded not guilty to two charges under the Animal Welfare Act. The 41 year-old was charged
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WATCH: Salmon is chased by an otter on River Severn
FOOTAGE of an otter chasing a salmon on the River Severn has delighted viewers on social media. Charles Crundwell posted the footage to Twitter saying it was proof salmon could sense otters, after Chris Packham recently posed the question whether
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Here's when speed limit error will be fixed on main road in Worcester
A BLUNDER which dramatically changed the speed limit on a main road in Worcester will be corrected this week. Drivers were left scratching their heads when a section of Ombersley Road went from 30mph to 50mph last week. A contractor for Bellway
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Controversial plans to build new homes in village near Worcester
NEW houses could be built in a village near Worcester despite residents' objections. Platform Housing Group wants to build the two houses off Queensway in Wichenford. This is despite concerns from residents that there is not enough infrastructure
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Major cash boost to save priceless medieval treasures at Worcester Cathedral
WORCESTER Cathedral has been awarded funding which will help protect priceless historic artefacts. The landmark is one of 142 sites across the country to receive money from the Culture Recovery Fund, with £328,794 being awarded to help repair the
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Google takes action over malicious reviews left for award winning coffee shop
GOOGLE has removed malicious reviews trying to ruin the reputation of an award-winning coffee shop, thanks to the Worcester News. It is believed the fake reviews which made nasty comments about a staff member at Franicini Cafe De Colombia were
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Woman fighting fine for parking in own space 'pestered by messages getting her to pay'
A WOMAN says she is being "pestered" by a parking company over a fine for parking in her space and has vowed she will go all the way to court if necessary. Laura Armstrong has been fighting the ticket for parking in her designated space in Diglis
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Paper talk: is Ashton's Worcester career over?
RUMOURS are again circling around social media regarding Chris Ashton's future, or supposed lack of it, at Worcester Warriors. The Daily Mail reported at the weekend that 'legal procedures are underway' between club and player after a supposed
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Worcester crime map: Every crime committed in your street in September
THIS crime map shows what has been happening on your street in September 2021. West Mercia Police data shows every crime recorded over the month including the resolution. The latest police data shows that 845 crimes were reported to police
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IN-FULL: Buildbase FA Trophy first-round draw
THE draw for the first-round of the Buildbase FA Trophy was made on Monday afternoon. Having come through their third-round quailfying ties against Ilkeston Town and Redditch United, Bromsgrove Sporting and Stourbridge were both in the hat.
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Boris Johnson speaks out on Christmas Covid lockdown plans
Boris Johnson has said there is no evidence to indicate that a Christmas lockdown is “on the cards” with the government sticking to its current plan to tackle coronavirus. Despite high daily case numbers, the Prime Minister said there is no reason
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WhatsApp to be blocked on 53 smartphones today - the full list
WhatsApp will be blocked from millions of smartphones from today with users being warned to update their software. The messaging platform will no longer be available on more than 50 types of phones. From today (1 November) WhatsApp will no
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Midland Rugby: Bromsgrove and Evesham enjoy big wins, Worcester leave it late
BROMSGROVE RFC continued their fantastic start to the Midlands Premier season on Saturday with another thumping win, this time scoring 85 points at home against local rivals Dudley Kingswinford. Having scored 50+ in their last home game against
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Popular pub reduces hours after staff members test positive for covid
A POPULAR pub in Barbourne has reduced its hours after a number of members of staff tested positive for covid-19. Six members of staff at The Alma Tavern on Droitwich Road have had to self isolate after testing positive for covid. The family
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Flash floods in Worcester as nearly a month's rain falls in just five days
THE Environment Agency manager for Worcestershire says nearly the entire expected rainfall for October fell during a five day deluge, that led to some flash flooding at the weekend. Dave Throup has said there is good news though, as a drier forecast
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OPINION: Why Warriors' Shillcock should be on Jones' England radar
IT was an all-round brilliant day for all involved with Worcester Warriors at the weekend, as fans and players alike celebrated their 27-14 win over Sale Sharks at Sixways. On an afternoon where many stood out on the pitch, there was one individual
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FA Trophy: Glassboys and Rouslers into first-round whilst Church bow out
STOURBRIDGE FC continued their resurgence under the new management team after booking their place in the Buildbase FA Trophy first-round draw thanks to a 1-0 win at local rivals Redditch United in their third round qualifying tie on Saturday. The
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Woman treated for burns after city house fire
A WOMAN was treated for burns and the effects of smoke inhalation after a house fire in Worcester. Fire crews were called to the blaze on the ground floor of a house in Hawkins Close, Dines Green on Sunday morning. An air ambulance also attended
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These 3 cats with RSPCA in Worcestershire are looking for forever homes
Here is a selection of cats from the RSPCA Worcester and Mid-Worcestershire branch looking for new homes. If you think you’re able to rehome one, you can find more details on the RSPCA website. You can also help the centre by donating via the
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Drivers heading north warned to expect 'severe days' on M6 motorway
WORCESTERSHIRE residents heading north of the country today are being warned to expect severe delays. The M6 northbound in Warwickshire is closed between J2 (Coventry) and J4 (Birmingham Airport) for emergency gantry repairs, National Highways
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'Worcester's bus service is incomprehensibly bad'
DEAR Editor – This a copy of a letter sent to Councillor Alan Amos at Worcestershire County Council’s Highways and Transport department a few weeks ago. “Dear Councillor Amos, I am writing to you in your capacity as Cabinet Member with Responsibility
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More than 50 sheds hit in multiple allotments break-ins
MORE than 50 sheds have been broken into at allotments site in Worcester during two break-ins this week, prompting a call for heightened security. Windsor Avenue allotments were broken into on Sunday, October 24, with the vandals then returning
